Can
I lease anything?
Generally, if it has wheels, we lease it. At RFL we don’t
restrict our customers to a specific type of vehicle. If it is
new or used on a dealer’s lot, or you would like us to find
it for you, we can help. And our customers can take cash back
on their equity by converting any of their currently owned vehicles
to leases.
Can
I buyout at any time?
Yes you can. At RFL you can call any time during your lease to ask
our business manager for a payout. The process is simple. We take
the remaining monthly payments (before tax) and add this to the
buyout option on your contract. We then credit you interest because
you are paying it out early. It’s the same principal as the
bank, but because it’s a lease you haven’t paid the
rest of the tax.
I
drive a lot of kms. Should I lease?
Not leasing because you drive to many kms is one of today’
big misconceptions. In actuality, a lease structured properly is
one of the best ways for a consumer to fully protect themselves.
The fact is, most high mileage drivers will end up locking themselves
into a long finance contract just to get a payment that fits their
budget (not to mention the extra taxes they pay). Consequently,
many high mileage drivers choose a 48-60 month term even thought
they don’t intend to keep their vehicles that long. Trying
to trade their vehicle back in and finding out that they owe more
than it is worth is not fun for any consumer. Ever heard of negative
equity? At RFL our account managers will show you how a lease can
offer you a similar or lower monthly payment than a long term finance,
and the peace of mind to change your vehicle when you need to.
Is
leasing more expensive?
If your lease is structured properly it works out to approximately
the same, or even less (depending on the interest rate). The big
question you need to ask yourself is: Do you want to keep the vehicle
at the end of the lease or not? Because most customers usually trade
their vehicles every 3-4 years a lease usually works out to be the
lower overall cost of driving. AT RFL our account executives can
even structure a lease with a $1 buyout to give you the best of
both worlds.
What
about a down payment? Does it make sense?
For some customers yes, for others no. At RFL we make sure that
if the money our customers put down goes directly into lowering
their monthly payments. Another benefit is that a down payment can
help you, the customer, reduce your lease term while saving interest
and maintenance costs while having a payment that fits your budget.
Furthermore, it gives you more control over the entire cost of driving
then you’ve ever had before.
How
much up front will it cost me?
If your credit is approved, all you will need is the 1st payment,
security payment, normal license fees, and a small administration
fee. In situations where a customer does find it advantageous to
put money down we waive the security deposit.
Why
do people lease?
People lease for many different reasons, but for most it’s
the ability to give themselves a lower monthly payment, more vehicle
for their budgeted monthly payment, and a shorter term and commitment.
AT RFL we will give you a complete lease to finance comparison to
help you answer any questions you might have, and to assist you
in coming to your own conclusion. Make sure you go to our directory
in “About RFL” to pick an account executive to help
you.
How
do I determine my wants and needs?
The best way to do this is to let one of our account executives
ask yo a few questions. Here are some that traditionally help:
Have
you ever leased before?
How long do you like to keep an automobile?
How many kms do you anticipate driving?
What is your budget?
What do you like most about your present vehicle and would love
to keep in you new vehicle?
What do you like least about your present vehicle and want to change?
Do you foresee your wants and needs changing in the next 2-3 years?
Do you think you will keep the vehicle at the end of the lease? |