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Before You Sign The Lease

Since everyone's situation is different, Lithia is here to provide the pros and cons of leasing & the pros and cons of buying. Some of these articles highlight points that are financial factors and others relate to your needs and lifestyle. There isn't a clear-cut answer one way or the other - each scenario has its own set of pros and cons. We say that the decision to lease or buy usually comes down to your lifestyle and how you prefer to pay for things.
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Buying or Leasing, which is Best?

A question that is as old as time, deciding whether to buy or lease a car comes down to your personal preferences. Here are things to consider before you take the plunge.
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Affordable Vehicles to Lease

With interest rates on the rise, lots or people are choosing to lease a car these days. Here are some of the best deals out there.
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How Car Leasing is Changing

Rather than purchase a car, vehicle leasing allows customers the flexibility of driving the latest model cars with the newest tech features, without the cost of ownership and maintenance. 
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Your Lease Car Could be Worth More

Did you know that if you leased a car back a few years back, you might be able to make some significant money when you turn it in at the end of the lease? Find out how.
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Best Cars to Lease

With a shortage of new vehicles on car lots and interest rates rising, now is a great time to lease a car for a few years. Here are some of the current best deals.
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How to Buyout your Lease

Have you fallen in love with your lease car? You can own it with a car lease buyout. Find out how.
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Why Leasing a Car is Smart

With the prices of new cars skyrocketing, leasing a car might be the best option right now to get you into a better, more upscale vehicle than you thought you could afford.
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New Twists on Car Leasing

Finding the right new or used car at the right price has become increasingly difficult in recent years. Now a new twist on car leasing might just be the solution you're looking for. 

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Is a High Mileage Lease right for You

Are you thinking about leasing a car but you also do a lot of driving for work trips or vacations? Luckily, there is such a thing as a High Mileage Lease. How does it work? Let's find out.

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The Latest Car Leasing Trends

Monthly payments for a car lease used to be lower than the monthly payments for buying the same make and model of new car. Not anymore. Find out what changed and how car leasing trends might affect you.

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What is a Pull Ahead Lease Program?

Get out of your car lease early, save some money, and get into a new vehicle that better suits your needs with your automaker's Pull Ahead Lease Program.

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Car Leasing Insider Strategies

Car leasing is great for people looking for convenience and flexibility. It's best to know these insider strategies before you sign.

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Lease a Pickup Truck

With great lease deals available on your favorite pickup truck make and model, it is worth considering your options. Should you buy or lease a new pickup truck?

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Should You Make a Downpayment when you Lease a Car

Making a big down payment on a car lease might be the wrong way to go. Here's why.

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What are car Subscriptions

You can drive a new car every day or every month when you use a Car Subscription Service. Find out how.

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Car Leasing Quiz

Find out if you are ready to lease a car by taking this Car Leasing Quiz.

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Five Steps to Leasing a Car

Leasing a car can be tricky, but Lithia is here to break down the five important steps to help you through the process.

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How to Lease a Used Car 

Used car leasing is an alternative that can give you a near-new vehicle at a lower price and with the peace of mind of a factory warranty.

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Is Buying Used Better Than Leasing?

When you buy a used car, you'll own the car at the end of the loan agreement, or own it right away if you're paying cash. There are pros and cons to each choice. So let's take a look at both options.

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How to Return a Car at the End of a Lease

When your auto lease runs out, you have options and Lithia is here to help every step of the way.

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Ultimate Guide to a Good Car Lease

So you've decided to lease a car, now what? In order to help you find the best lease deal, Lithia is here to help you with this guide on how a lease works along with how to get the best rates possible.

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Should You Lease Your New Truck?

Thinking about getting a new truck? Confused on whether to lease or buy? We go over the pros and cons of both leasing and buying your new pickup.

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Car Leasing Glossary

What does it all mean? If it's your first time leasing a vehicle, there might be a few terms you are not familiar with, we are here to help you learn about the many words when it comes to leasing a vehicle.

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How to Find the Best Car Lease Deals

Leasing a car can be confusing; however, we are here to help you with some tips on how to find a good deal on a lease. With over 200 dealerships, we have plenty of options for you!

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Car Leasing Mistakes you can Avoid

If you are considering leasing your next vehicle, we share some tips you should know before making any of the common mistakes to receive the best possible deal.

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Questions to Ask Before you Lease a Car

If you plan on leasing a car, there might be some unanswered questions you may have - and we are here to help! The more you know, the more likely you will get a better deal and experience.

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Should you Lease or Buy?

Whether you're interested in buying or leasing, there's a Lithia Auto Dealer near you to answer all your questions and to make getting into a new or used car the easiest choice you'll ever make.