Some many people choose to lease a car rather than buying one outright. Here are some useful tips on what to think about before leasing a car:

The most important thing to remember is that you do not own the vehicle. You get to make use of it but must return it at the finish of the lease unless you choose to buy it.

Up-front costs may include the first months payment, a refundable security deposit, taxes, registration and other fees and other charges.

Monthly lease payments are usually lower than monthly loan payments because you are paying only for the vehicles depreciation during the lease term, plus rent charges (like interest), taxes and fees.

You are responsible for any early termination charges if you finish the lease early.

You may return the vehicle at lease-end, pay any finish -of-lease costs and "walk away."

The lessor has the risk of the future market assessment of value of the vehicle.

Most leases limit the number of miles you might drive (often 12,000-15,000 per year). You might negotiate a higher mileage limit and pay a higher monthly payment. You will likely have to pay charges for exceeding those limits if you return the vehicle.

Most leases limit wear to the vehicle during the lease term. You will likely have to pay more charges for exceeding those limits if you return the vehicle.

At the end of the lease (typically 2-4 years), you might have a new payment either to finance the purchase of the existing vehicle or to lease another vehicle.

At the start of the lease, you can have to pay your first monthly payment; a refundable security deposit or your last monthly payment; other fees for licenses, registration, and title; a capitalized cost reduction; an acquisition fee; freight or destination charges and any applicable local taxes.

During the lease, you will have to pay your monthly payment; any additional taxes not included in the payment such as sales, make use of , and personal property taxes; insurance premiums; ongoing maintenance costs; and any fees for late payment. If you end your lease early, you might have to pay substantial early termination charges.

At the end of the lease , if you dont buy the vehicle, you might have to pay a disposition fee and charges for excess miles and excessive wear.

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