Joshua Aaron
Every post on the DealerClick blog written by Joshua Aaron.
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- One system from showroom to service bay — running sales and the shop together
- Get your inventory in front of more buyers — syndicating listings the smart way
- How to Match a Shopper to a Car They Can Actually Afford
- From Lot to Loan: What a Connected Inventory → Deal → Financing Workflow Looks Like
- Speed Up Your Deal-to-Payment Cycle: A BHPH Playbook for a Modern DMS
- The hidden cost of running your dealership across 5 disconnected tools
- How to Switch Your DMS Without Losing Deals, Payment History, or Momentum (A BHPH Owner's Guide)
- Digital Revolution in Powersports Dealerships
- The Ultimate Guide to Powersports Dealer Management Software in 2026
- Powersports vs. Automotive DMS: Why Specialized Software is Non-Negotiable
- Seasonal Inventory Strategy: Stocking for the Spring Rush and Winterization
- Text-to-Pay and Automated Reminders: Reducing Friction in Powersports Service
- The Unit Intake Playbook: VIN Decoding, Recon, and Web-Ready in 48 Hours
- Powersports KPIs That Actually Predict Profit (and What 'Good' Looks Like)
- Financial Health of Your RTO Portfolio: Key Metrics and Monitoring for Profitability
- Building Customer Loyalty in RTO: Strategies for Retention and Referrals
- RTO vs. BHPH: Choosing the Right Business Model for Your Dealership
- Leveraging Technology in RTO: How DealerClick Drives Efficiency and Compliance
- Marketing Your RTO Dealership: Reaching the Underserved Customer Base
- RTO Inventory Management: Selecting Reliable Vehicles for High Turnover
- Maximizing RTO Collections: Ethical Strategies for Delinquency Management
- The True Cost of Starting an RTO Dealership: A Detailed Budget Breakdown
- RTO Underwriting Beyond Credit Scores: Building a Resilient Portfolio
- Navigating State-Specific RTO Laws: A Compliance Checklist for Dealers
- BHPH Portfolio KPIs and Dashboards: What to Track Weekly (and When to Hold vs Sell Your Book)
- BHPH Marketing That Builds Trust: Credit-Building Messaging, FAQs, and Community Partnerships
- GPS and Starter Interrupt in BHPH: Best Practices, Disclosures, and Operational Controls
- Repossession and Recovery Workflow for BHPH: From Delinquency to Remarketing (Without Losing Control)
- BHPH Collections SOP: Scripts, Cadence, Hardship Programs, and Escalation Ladders
- BHPH Payment Policies: Weekly vs Biweekly vs Monthly (and How to Reduce Delinquencies)
- BHPH Underwriting Scorecards: A Practical Framework for Approvals, Downs, and Terms
- BHPH Licensing, Bonds, and Insurance: What You Need Before You Sell Your First Car
- BHPH Startup Capital and Reserves: A Risk-Ready Budget Model (5/10/15% Charge-Off Scenarios)
- Portfolio Strategy for Special Finance: Hold vs Sell in a Changing Market
- BHPH Market Research: Find the Right Niche, Payment Range, and Inventory Mix
- LHPH Marketing and Messaging: How to Sell “Use” Without Confusing “Own”
- The Future of LHPH (Lease-Here Pay-Here): How It Compares to BHPH and How to Run Both Models Efficiently
- The Hybrid Dealer Blueprint: Running LHPH + BHPH Without Operational Chaos
- Compliance-Ready LHPH: Document Control, Disclosures, and Audit Trails
- LHPH vs BHPH Underwriting: What Changes When the Dealer Keeps the Asset
- LHPH Inventory Strategy: Choosing Vehicles That Survive Frequent Turns
- Autopay, Reminders, and Exceptions: LHPH Payment Operations That Scale
- LHPH Financial Model: Unit Economics, Downtime Math, and Recon ROI
- LHPH KPIs That Actually Predict Profit (and What “Good” Looks Like)
- Lease-End Playbook: Returns, Inspections, Fees, and Re-Lease in 7 Steps
- 2026 Dealer Management Software Buyer’s Guide
- FairFax Software Integration for California DMV eFiling | DealerClick
- The 2025 OFAC 10-Year Rule: Is Your Document Storage Compliant for the Next Decade?
- Defending Against Synthetic Identity Fraud: The Independent Dealer’s 2026 Playbook
- Why Mobility Matters in Dealer Management Software
- State-Specific BHPH Compliance: Your 2025 Checklist for Texas Dealers
- The True Cost of DMS Software: Why "Add-On" Fees Are Killing Your Dealership's Profit
- How to Start a Buy Here Pay Here Dealership
- Used EV Retail Playbook for Independent Dealers
- Used Car Market Update: December 2025 Outlook
- 12 Car Dealership Marketing Strategies to Accelerate Sales
- Automotive Market Outlook: 2026 Trends Dealers Need Now
- How to Start a Lease Here Pay Here Dealership
- The Ultimate Guide to Launching and Scaling a Profitable Rent-to-Own Dealership
- How to Start a Used Car Dealership
- 6 Sales Tips to Sell More RVs
- Inventory Management for Auto Dealers
- 6 Tips for Using QuickBooks with Your DMS System
- Maximize Dealership Efficiency with DMS Software
- 6 Expert Tips to Sell More F&I Products at Dealerships
- Optimizing Your Dealership's Digital Marketing
- 7 Reasons the Rent-to-Own Model Rocks
- RV Inventory Management and Counting Guide
- BHPH Financing: Complete Guide for Auto Dealers
- State-by-State BHPH Licensing & Compliance Checklist
- Cloud-Based Auto Dealer Software: Benefits & Features
- Streamlining Finance and Insurance Processes
- Top 10 Benefits of Auto Dealer Software for Dealers
- What Is a Dealer Management System (DMS)?
- Starting a Leasing Program at Your Auto Dealership
- Why Every Dealership Needs a Backup DMS System
- How to Sell Used Cars on Facebook Marketplace
- What New CAR Rules Mean for Auto Dealerships