NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast — Car Leasing vs. Buying: Hidden Fees, Dealer Agendas, and When to Buy Your Leased Car

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Car Leasing vs. Buying: Hidden Fees, Dealer Agendas, and When to Buy Your Leased Car

NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

When your lease ends, should you lease again, buy the car, or return it and walk away? What is a car lease, and how do its true costs compare to financing? Sean Pyles, CFP®, Elizabeth Ayoola, and lead writer Shannon Bradley break down how car leases work — including money factors, residual values, mileage limits, and…

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