Disclosure Policy – ProAutoConsultant.com
Last Updated: May 5, 2025
Introduction
At Pro Auto Consultant, LLC (“ProAutoConsultant,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), we believe in transparency and honesty in all our business practices. This Disclosure Policy outlines how we earn money, our relationships with third parties, and other important information that may influence the content, recommendations, and services we provide through ProAutoConsultant.com (the “Site”).
We encourage you to read this Disclosure Policy carefully to understand how we operate our business and how these relationships might affect the information and services we provide to you.
Business Model Disclosure
ProAutoConsultant is a car buying and leasing consultation service that helps consumers navigate the vehicle purchasing process. We earn revenue through:
- Consultation Fees: We charge direct fees to clients for our professional consultation services, negotiation assistance, and other expert guidance.
- Referral Partnerships: We may receive compensation when we connect clients with selected dealers, financial institutions, insurance providers, or warranty companies.
- Success Fees: In some cases, we may earn fees based on the savings we achieve for our clients through our negotiation services.
We are committed to transparency about these revenue sources, and we will always prioritize our clients’ interests regardless of our compensation arrangements.
Third-Party Relationships
Dealership Relationships
We may have relationships with certain car dealerships. These relationships may include:
- Dealer referral agreements where we earn a referral fee for clients we connect to a dealer
- Preferred dealer partnerships based on customer satisfaction metrics
- Volume-based agreements that may provide more favorable terms for our clients
While we maintain these relationships, our primary commitment is to you, our client. Our recommendations are based first and foremost on what we believe is in your best interest, regardless of our relationships with any dealer.
Financial Institutions
We may have referral relationships with banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions that provide automotive financing. We may receive compensation for referring clients to these institutions. However:
- We will always disclose when we are referring you to a partner company
- We will provide information about multiple financing options where applicable
- Our compensation never influences our advice about which financing option is best for your specific situation
Affiliate Relationships
We participate in affiliate marketing programs with various companies in the automotive industry. This means we may earn commissions when visitors click on certain links on our site and subsequently make a purchase. Products and services for which we may receive affiliate compensation include:
- Vehicle protection products
- Insurance services
- Automotive accessories and maintenance products
- Vehicle history report services
Affiliate links on our site are identified with an asterisk (*) or noted as affiliate links in the content.
Content and Recommendations
Editorial Integrity
All content on our Site is created with editorial integrity and independence. While we may receive compensation from third parties:
- We never allow third parties to write content for us or influence our recommendations
- Our vehicle reviews, market analyses, and buying guides are based on objective criteria
- Our consultants follow strict ethical guidelines when making recommendations
Sponsored Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content on our blog or resource sections. When we do:
- All sponsored content will be clearly labeled as “Sponsored” or “Advertisement”
- Sponsored content does not influence our consultation services or recommendations
- We only accept sponsored content that provides value to our audience
Data Collection and Usage
We may share anonymized, aggregated data about consumer preferences and market trends with our business partners. This helps us negotiate better deals for our clients and improve our services. However:
- We never sell your personal information to third parties
- We only share personally identifiable information with your explicit consent
- We follow strict data protection protocols in accordance with our Privacy Policy
How We Make Recommendations
Our recommendations are based on multiple factors including:
- Your specific needs, preferences, and financial situation
- Our independent market research and vehicle evaluations
- Consumer feedback and reliability data
- Total cost of ownership analyses
- Safety ratings and feature evaluations
While our business relationships may provide us with special access to inventory, pricing, or financing options that benefit our clients, these relationships never override our commitment to providing you with recommendations that best serve your interests.
Consulting Fees and Services
We are transparent about our fees and what services you receive in exchange. Our fee structure is:
- Clearly communicated before you engage our services
- Based on the complexity and scope of the services you request
- Not contingent on you purchasing from specific dealers or partners
We believe our clients should understand exactly what they’re paying for and how we’re compensated for our expertise.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Disclosure Policy periodically to reflect changes in our business practices or relationships with third parties. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our Site with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Disclosure Policy or our business relationships, please contact us at:
Pro Auto Consultant, LLC
Email: team@proautoconsultant.com
Phone: 1=949-270-3307
Thank you for trusting ProAutoConsultant with your vehicle purchasing needs. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency and integrity in all our business practices.
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