What is car leasing?

Do you want to drive a new car without paying a large sum of money in payment? Car leasing might be the perfect choice for you. Car leasing is a financing option where you get to rent a car from a dealer for some time for fixed monthly payments. At the end of the lease, you return the car to the dealer, or you can buy it if an option to buy is stated in your lease contract. 

How does car leasing work?

When you decide to lease a car, you are agreeing to go into a contract with the car dealer you’ll be leasing from. This lease contract will state:

• The initial payment of the lease
• The period of the lease
• The number of miles you should drive yearly
• Penalties for exceeding the mileage limits
• obligations and requirements for maintenance
• Monthly lease payments
• Penalties for missing a lease payment
• How the lease will be terminated
• What happens at the end of the lease?

Advantages of car leasing

• Lower monthly payments: 

Compared to purchasing a car outright, car leasing affords you the chance to get a car and make monthly payments for it. With a car lease, you’re paying for depreciation, not the purchase price, thus making monthly fees low.

• Drive a new car every few years:

You might want to change your car every two years, and making an outright purchase may not be an option you’ll like. With a car lease, you get to drive a new car every time you want a change.

• Experience luxury

If you want to drive a new car model with the latest technology without having to worry about making a purchase, car leasing has got you covered. It gives you the flexibility to drive a new car and experience luxury.

• Lower maintenance costs

A car lease is usually for a short time. And, since these cars are mostly new, they are still covered by the dealer’s warranty. New cars are less likely to get faulty, but if it happens, the repair cost will be covered by the dealer.

• Tax Advantages

Leasing can also save you money on taxes and insurance premiums since the car’s value is lower than if you had bought it.

• No need to be concerned about resale.

When you lease a car, you don’t have to worry about being the one to sell it once the lease is over.

Disadvantages of leasing a car

• Limited miles:

The number of miles you can drive during the term of a car lease is limited. If you go above these miles, you’ll pay an additional fee.

• No ownership:

When you lease a car, you don’t have ownership of the car. This means you can’t use it as collateral or even sell it.

• Termination fees

 If you decide to terminate the lease, you’ll have to pay a termination fee.

• Higher costs

In the long run, leasing a car costs more than buying it. You’re only renting the car for certain monthly payments.

Steps involved in leasing a car

• Determine your budget: 

Before you start shopping for a car lease, you need to know how much you can set aside each month for the lease payment. With this, you can now choose cars within your budget.

• Choose a car: 

Once you’ve determined your budget, the next step is to find and choose a car that meets your needs and fits your budget. Visiting dealer shops, checking online listings, or using a leasing company can help you achieve this.

• Negotiate the terms: 

“You’ve found your choice of car?” Bravo. You can now start negotiating the terms of the lease. This will include the down payment, monthly installments, length of the lease, and other terms you think are important to you.

• Sign the contract: 

After you have agreed to the terms of the lease, you will sign a contract that outlines the details of the agreement.

• Make the first payment. 

After signing the contract, you’ll make the first payment. This will cover the first month’s installment and other charges like taxes and insurance.

In conclusion, car leasing is an attractive option for those who want the benefits of owning a car without the large upfront cost or the long-term commitment. Our leasing program connects you with a variety of cars to meet your needs.