Many people think the only way to get a new car is to buy it, but leasing is another great option that's become pretty popular. When you lease a car, you are essentially renting it for a set period, often two or three years. One of the biggest benefits of this approach is that your monthly payments are almost always lower than if you were to buy the same car. This is because you are only paying for the car's expected loss in value during the time you drive it, rather than paying for the entire price of the car itself. This can make it much easier to afford a newer, more expensive vehicle than you might have been able to purchase. 

LOVE DRIVING A NEW VEHICLE? Another advantage of leasing is that you get to drive a new car more often. Since lease agreements are for a shorter term, you can get into a brand-new vehicle every few years. This means you can always have the latest safety features, technology, and designs, without the long-term commitment of owning a car for many years. Plus, during the entire time you have the car, it is typically covered by the manufacturer's warranty. This means that if something unexpected goes wrong with the car, the cost of repairs is likely to be covered, which gives you a lot of peace of mind. 

REMOVE THE HASSLE OF TRADE IN. Finally, leasing takes the hassle out of a common car problem: selling it later on. When your lease term ends, you simply return the vehicle to the dealership. You don't have to worry about finding a buyer, haggling over a trade-in value, or dealing with the stress of selling a used car yourself. This makes the end of your car ownership very simple and predictable. It's a great option for those who want a predictable monthly payment and want to drive a new car without the long-term commitment and eventual trouble of selling it. 

“Leasing is an excellent option because it gives you options, not obligations. At the end of the lease, you can buy it out, lease another vehicle, or ground it and walk away. When you finance the vehicle, you are at the mercy of the market. Leasing protects your investment!” -- Aaron Cunningham, Regional Sales Director at Stuckey Automotive