New Lease on Life: 4 Ways to Prep for Retirement While Leasing a Car
No matter where you’re at in life, obtaining and maintaining a car is a big commitment. Retirement, though, brings its own special considerations – and changes.
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No matter where you’re at in life, obtaining and maintaining a car is a big commitment. Retirement, though, brings its own special considerations – and changes.
In a recent survey conducted through a third-party, Lease End found that only 53% of respondents felt fairly or completely confident in understanding their car lease agreement. 1 in 6 respondents didn't or weren't sure if they actually read through their lease agreement in full.
Hello, drivers.
We're assuming that if you're reading this article, you have a leased car. And, if you do, you might be considering buying your leased car.
So, your leased car is damaged. Most lease contracts include coverage for approved, predictable maintenance, but usually won’t cover damage from accidents (like, say, a mailbox that appeared out of thin air). If you’d rather avoid disclosing the damage, or just like to work on your own cars, you might be wondering – can I repair a leased vehicle myself?
On our blog, we've mentioned some outrageous fees dealerships can charge customers when entering or ending a car lease. The truth is, most of the time these unnecessary fees won’t be obvious. They may even seem like a good idea after a quick glance and sly explanation from your salesperson. Unfortunately, it sometimes takes a trained eye to notice these upcharges.
We’ve all been there – not sure where to start and feeling overwhelmed. (Car leasing can do that to you.)
“Buying or leasing or acquiring a car isn't difficult, but the dealerships have made it a long, drawn-out, anxious process. It doesn’t need to be that way. Consumers can educate themselves online to find exactly what they want. And once they know what they want, the actual purchase should be as easy as walking into a store and buying something right off the shelf.” – Brandon Williams, Lease End CEO
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We really hope you’re reading this out of pure curiosity. But if What if I crash my leased car? isn't a hypothetical question for you, hang in there — we’ve got you covered.
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Whether it was from your favorite financial advice column, the news, or that one uncle that talks about the stock market too much, you’ve probably heard that buying a car is better than leasing. You may believe it, too, and we don’t blame you. For years, buying has been labeled as "the better option."
Lease End was named winner of the 2022 Better Business Bureau Spark Award! This award recognizes leaders who demonstrate a high level of character, generates a culture that is authentic about its mission, and genuinely connects with their community.
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When it comes to leasing a car, the word "equity" might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, understanding the equity you can build in a leased car can be a game-changer, especially when it comes time to decide whether to buy out your lease.