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Leasing a motor vehicle

Advantages include

  • Smaller initial outlay than down payment when buying on credit
  • Monthly lease payments may be less than monthly finance payments
  • Lease agreement provides detailed records for business purposes
  • Often times, all service charges related to maintenance are included in the lease, so there is no additional outlay of money for regular maintenance.

Disadvantages include

  • No ownership interest in the vehicle
  • Must meet requirements similar to applying for credit
  • Additional costs occur (such as for extra mileage, certain repairs, or for ending the lease early)
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