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Old 02-01-2025, 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Topspinmo View Post
IMO leasing is like credit card debt you never get rid of it. IMO same can be compared to renting house or buying it. Renting always cost more but with less headaches.
2 different animals, IMO

Houses typically appreciate, automobiles don't.

When you buy a car, you're purchasing the ice cube and if you keep it frozen, it will continue to do its job.

When you lease a car, you're paying for the melting + the premium that goes with managing the process.