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How a Mazda Lease Return Works
It’s time to prepare for the end of your Mazda lease. Here are the simple steps to follow to ensure the return process is a breeze.
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Sophie Boka
Do You Pay Taxes on a Leased Car?
While you do have to pay taxes on any leased vehicle, the rules on when and how will differ by state and lessor.
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Macy Fouse
What Is a Sign and Drive Lease?
A sign and drive lease rolls typical signing costs, like down payments, into higher monthly payments. Here’s how it works.
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Shannon Fitzgerald
How Long Are Car Leases?
Car leases generally last either 24 or 36 months, but it’s possible to find a lease with longer terms.
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Jacqulyn Graber
Here’s What Happens If You Total a Leased Car
If you total a leased car, your insurance company may pay you out for the damage. But if they give you less than you owe, you could be on the hook for the rest.
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Matt Nightingale
What Is a Car Subscription?
Car subscriptions allow you to drive a wide selection of vehicles without the hassle of car ownership, but they’re limited based on location and annual fees.
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Max Werner
All About Getting a High-Mileage Lease
If you expect to drive more than your lease’s yearly mileage limit, it’s probably worth it to buy a high-mileage lease.
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Macy Fouse
8 Top Lexus NX Competitors
The 2022 BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class are just some of the Lexus NX competitors you should consider if you’re in the market for a compact crossover SUV.
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Ethan Moser
How a Tesla Lease Return Works
You’ll need to complete a final lease inspection and schedule a drop-off appointment to return a leased Tesla.
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Tiffany Leung
How to Return a Nissan Lease
A Nissan lease can be returned early, returned on time, traded for a new one, extended, or purchased. Here’s how.
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Jasmine Kanter
How an Audi Lease Return Works
As your Audi lease nears its end, you will need to thoroughly clean your vehicle, have it inspected, and research new lease offers if you need a replacement.
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Rob Shapiro
How a Subaru Lease Return Works
You’re reaching the end of your Subaru’s lease—but do you know what comes next? Follow this guide to return your vehicle at the end of your lease term.
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Jacqulyn Graber
How a BMW Lease Return Works
It’s time to say goodbye to your BMW lease, but if you’re unsure what to do, follow these steps for a simple and stress-free BMW lease return.
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Andrea Barrett
How a Hyundai Lease Return Works
If your Hyundai lease is coming to an end, you’ll have the option to return your car, lease a new one, or buy out your lease.
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Shannon Fitzgerald
How an Infiniti Lease Return Works
Learn how to return a leased Infiniti in a few simple steps, including scheduling a vehicle inspection and making repairs.
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Macy Fouse
How a Honda Lease Return Works
When a Honda lease ends, call to schedule an inspection and make an appointment to return the car and keys, as well as fill out the necessary paperwork.
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Jason Tushinski
How a Kia Lease Return Works
Kia lease coming to close? We’ve got you covered. Here’s a step-by-step guide to a hassle-free lease return.
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Max Werner
How a Toyota Lease Return Works
When your Toyota lease is ending, you have options to buy the vehicle, trade it for a different lease, or simply end the lease.
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Mary Alice Morris
Tesla Lease vs. Loan: What to consider
Leasing may save you money on monthly car payments, but buying a Tesla will create more value in the long run.
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Sarah Gray
How an Acura Lease Return Works
So your Acura lease is almost up—what comes next? Follow these simple steps for a stress-free Acura lease return experience.
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R.E. Fulton
How a Chrysler Capital Lease Buyout Works
To buyout a Chrysler lease, contact lease-end servicing for the purchase option price and arrange financing or payment to finalize the ownership transfer.
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Christelle Agustin
How a Ford Lease Buyout Works
If you have a Red Carpet Lease, you may be able to purchase your leased Ford instead of returning it at the end of your lease term.
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Nathan Porceng
How a Tesla Lease Buyout Works
If your Tesla lease originated before April 15, 2022, and you didn’t lease a Model 3 or Model Y, you may be eligible for a lease buyout.
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Nathan Porceng
How an Audi Lease Buyout Works
Loving your new E-tron, A4, or Q7 and ready to keep it? Here’s the guide for you.
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Max Werner
How a Mazda Lease Buyout Works
A lease buyout may be the perfect path to ownership for those who have fallen in love with their leased Mazda vehicle.
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Melanie Johnson
How a Hyundai Lease Buyout Works
Hyundai lease buyouts are fairly simple processes that can be initiated at a Hyundai dealer, through a lease-end advisor, or through Hyundai Motor Finance.
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Max Werner
How a Lexus Lease Buyout Works
Whether you’ve fallen in love with the IS, the LX, or anything in between, buying out your Lexus is a relatively simple process.
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Sean Boehme
How an Acura Lease Buyout Works
From the Integra to the MDX, it’s easy to purchase a car outright at the end of your lease period.
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Sean Boehme
How a Jeep Lease Buyout Works
A lease buyout may be smart if you’ve fallen in love with your leased Jeep—and its actual value is higher than its residual value.
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Liz Jenson
How a Nissan Lease Buyout Works
Tired of leasing your Altima? Ready to own that Kicks? A Nissan lease buyout might be your perfect path to ownership.
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Jason Tushinski

All Questions on Car Leasing

Can you buy a car during a divorce filing in Illinois?
My future ex-husband and I both have separate cars, but I want to purchase a new one. Can I do so before the divorce is official? What will be the legal and financial implications?
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Sophie Newman
How much is to lease a BMW 6 Series?
I’m looking into leasing a BMW 6 series, but I’m a little worried about the price. How much would it cost to lease a BMW?
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Will Baldwin
Does breaking your car lease affect your credit rating?
I’m currently leasing my car and I’m kind of over it. I really want a new car, but I’m worried about how terminating my lease early will look. Will my credit score go down?
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Pat Roache
Can you tint the windows on a leased car?
I thinking about leasing my next car but I only ride in absolute style. I also like my privacy and I know that leases usually come with restrictions. Are you able to tint the windows on a leased car?
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Pat Roache
How much does it cost to lease a BMW X3?
I’m in the market for a new car, and I’ve always wanted a BMW. How much would it cost to lease a BMW X3?
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Chloe Jenkins
What happens if you're caught without car insurance in Missouri?
For leasing a new Honda, I'm being asked to purchase insurance. I'm wondering if it's possible to drive without car insurance legally in Missouri, or if only those leasing a car need to purchase it?
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Sophie Newman
How much is a Porsche 911 lease?
How much would I have to pay to lease a Porsche 911? My son really wants to lease one while he’s at college but I’m not sure if it’s within our budget for him or not.
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Liz Jenson
Can I get pre approved for a new Honda Civic?
I want to buy a new Honda Civic, but I want to get pre approved to make sure I can afford it. How do I get pre approval?
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Eric Schad
What is the average monthly car payment?
I’m trying to decide whether I should lease or finance a new car, but I’m not sure what to expect. What do most people pay each month for their car payment on average?
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Jason Tushinski
Can you Turo a leased car?
I leased a car about a month ago. While I can afford the payments, I want to supplement my income by putting it on Turo. That said, I’m not sure if you can Turo a leased car. Is it possible?
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Eric Schad
How do car companies make money on leases?
I’m looking into leasing a car, and I’m curious about how car companies profit off of leases, since it seems like a risky situation. How do they make money from leasing cars?
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Matthew Macgugan
Is a lease better than buying a car?
I was thinking about getting a lease, but my friend told me I should get a car loan instead. Is one better than the other? What are the pros and cons?
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Eric Schad
How do you end a car lease early?
Can I end my car lease early? I think I want to buy a new car, but I'm still stuck in my lease. Is there any way to get out of this?
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Joshua Levy
Is it better to refinance with your current lender?
Will I lose money if I refinance my car loan with a new lender? I think that I could get a better deal if I switch to a new lender, but I’m not sure if that’s a good idea or not.
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Liz Jenson
How much is it to lease a Tesla Model S?
I like Teslas, but I can’t afford them outright. I'd like to test one to see if I actually want to commit. How much would it be to lease a Tesla Model S?
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Lauren Smith
Can you buy a new car mid-divorce in Wisconsin?
My car, which is registered in my name, just broke down, and I need to purchase a new vehicle. The problem is that my divorce is not finalized. Can I take out a loan to buy a car before then?
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Sophie Newman
Can you lease a certified pre-owned car?
Would I be allowed to lease a certified pre-owned car, or do I have to buy it outright? I can’t afford most of the pre-owned cars unless I lease instead of buying them, but I would love to get a cheaper car if possible.
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Liz Jenson
Is there a difference between having car insurance and a warranty?
Do I need to purchase car insurance? When I leased my vehicle, they said I had a two-year warranty.
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Sophie Newman
How can I lease a new car with bad credit?
I don’t have a great credit history, but my old junker car finally died on me and I need something reliable to get around. How can I lease a new car with bad credit?
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Chloe Jenkins
How do you lease a BMW with bad credit?
Will I still be able to lease a BMW if I have a bad credit score? I fell in love with a BMW already, and I can definitely afford to lease the car, but I’m still recovering from when I tanked my credit about a year ago.
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Liz Jenson
How do I switch my insurance from one car to another?
I'm going to trade in my lease in a few days, and I want to switch my car insurance from this car to my new one. How do I do this?
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Matthew Macgugan
How does interest work on a car loan?
How do you calculate interest on a car loan? I've been doing some research to try to figure out what kinds of cars I can afford, but loans are confusing. I'm not really sure how car loan interest works when you finance a car.
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Eric Schad
Can you tell me how to lease a car without good credit?
My credit score is not so hot, but I need a new car to get to work. How can I lease a car without credit?
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Matthew Macgugan
How does leasing a car affect credit?
I've been working on rebuilding my credit for the past year. My car is on its way out, so I'd like to start leasing one. How will leasing a car affect my credit?
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Emily Maracle
What's a cheaper option, leasing or buying a used car?
My vehicle was totaled and I received a pay out of $9,000. I'm facing financial hardship and can't spend more than that. Does it make more sense to lease or buy a used car?
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Emily Maracle
Can you smoke in a leased car?
I’m planning to lease a car for a long work trip this spring, but I might trade it back in after the trip. I love to smoke while I drive, but I don’t want to get in trouble if I decide to return the car. Are you allowed to smoke in leased cars?
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Liz Jenson
What percentage of people lease cars instead of buying?
Several of my friends have talked about how much they prefer leasing over buying a car, but I'm not sure if this is the right decision for me, or how many people on a larger scale are leasing vehicles. How many Americans lease cars?
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Eric Schad
Is leasing a Tesla worth it?
I’m going to be living on the west coast for a couple of years while I work on a project and I’m considering leasing a Tesla while I’m there. Are Tesla leases worth it? They’re such expensive cars but I’m sure that I’ll save money on gas.
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Liz Jenson
How much is it to lease a BMW X5?
I’m looking into leasing. I’ve never leased a car before, so I have no idea how expensive it is. How much does leasing a BMW X5 cost?
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Jessa Claeys
Does driving for Uber violate a car lease?
I want to drive for Uber, but I have a leased car. I’m not sure if this is a possibility due to the lease, but I’m hopeful. Will driving for Uber violate my car lease?
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Eric Schad

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