FAQ

Quick answers to the most common questions — and if you don't see yours, click Get Started and we'll help.

Common questions

Straight answers, no fluff.

What do I do first?

Click Get Started Now. You'll submit basic contact info so we can schedule a quick kickoff call. After that, we collect payment and send the full intake form.

Do you help with "no-haggle" dealers or places like CarMax?

Yes — even when the sticker price isn't flexible, there are often opportunities in trade value, fees, add-ons, product bundles, and deal structure. We focus on the parts that still move.

Can you help me buy out of state?

Yes. ClearKey is built for remote, nationwide support. We help compare offers, verify terms, and keep the deal clean — regardless of where the dealer is located.

Do you negotiate trade-ins?

We help you approach trade value strategically so it doesn't get "blended" into the rest of the deal. We'll advise on structure, timing, and how to keep the numbers honest.

Do you review financing, warranties, and add-ons?

Yes. We'll explain options in plain English and help you decide what's worth it and what isn't. The goal is to protect you from overpriced products and confusing terms.

How and when do I pay?

One flat fee: $500 per deal. A $250 deposit reserves your deal and starts the work; the remaining $250 is due when you sign. If the deal doesn't happen, you don't pay the balance. Our first 10 founders clients get full service free.

Why new vehicles only?

New-car deals are where the biggest hidden overcharges live — doc fees, add-on packs, marked-up warranties, and rate markups. Specializing in new vehicles means we know every trick in that playbook, and we catch what generalists miss.

What does "you just show up and sign" mean?

We handle the outreach, the negotiation, the fee and add-on validation, the warranty and financing review — everything. You get a plain-English breakdown and a signing-day packet. You review the final numbers, show up, and sign.

What if I already have a quote from a dealer?

Bring it. We'll audit it line by line and tell you what's fair, what's fluff, and exactly what to push back on — before you commit to anything.

Will dealers actually work with you?

Yes. We come prepared, professional, and ready to close quickly. Most dealers prefer a clean, fast close over a four-hour showroom grind — we make their life easier while protecting yours.

Do you take money from dealers?

Never. We're paid only by you — a flat fee, nothing else. That's what keeps us on your side of the table.