By Karen Cay

Business of the Day: TNT Trucks and Toys

Jan 24, 2014 | 4:59 AM

For so many, life events can affect a very delicate credit score.

A divorce, a job loss, late payments, or simply being a young buyer with no credit history, can hurt the all-important credit score. Credit scores have traditionally been used to decide whether or not one is able to make a major purchase like a vehicle.

Wes and Errin Thompson recognized that need and in the fall of 2011, they set up the TNT Trucks and Toys dealership at 1282-Sixth Avenue East. They were determined to make sure any working person would be able to own a quality vehicle at a low interest rate.

“We see all kinds of situations,” said general manager Shawn Stavely. “People come here having gone through a divorce, bankruptcy; who have no credit or bad credit due to a variety of reasons. We work with all those circumstances to get customers approved.”

This locally-owned and operated dealership has a number of banks and private lenders that say ‘yes’ to vehicle purchases. Their rates can be as low as 4.9 per cent.

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Recognizing that many customers coming to TNT with credit issue may already be feeling uncomfortable, Stavely pointed to the TNT philosophy of creating a no-pressure atmosphere. The belief is that this helps clients feel at ease and better able to make an informed and relaxed decision about a major purchase.

“We are dedicated to providing first-class customer service to each and every person who walks through our doors. We truly care about our customers,” he says.

For more information about TNT, visit their website. 

kcay@rawlco.com

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