How to negotiate a car lease
Negotiate the whole price, not monthly payments, to get the best deal on a car lease.
5 min read
Mar 21, 2025
Allison Martin
Contributor, Personal Finance
Allison Martin is a contributor to Bankrate covering personal finance, including mortgages, auto loans and small business loans. Martin’s work began over 10 years ago as a digital content strategist, and she’s since been published in several leading outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, MSN Money, MoneyTalksNews, Investopedia, Experian and Credit.com. Martin, a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFE), also shares her passion for financial literacy and entrepreneurship with others through interactive workshops and programs.
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What is a fast business loan and how does it work?
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Avoid these seven common personal loan mistakes to save.
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How to get a student loan without a parent
You have several options for getting a loan as an independent student.
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How to get equity out of your home — and how to choose the best way
Your home isn’t a piggy bank, but there are wise ways to tap your ownership stake for cash.
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Second-chance car loans: What they are and how to get one
Second-chance car loans come at a high price.
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How to build credit to buy a car: 4 tips
It will take time, but here’s what to do for a better shot at a lower car loan rate. And what to do if you can’t wait.
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Should college students consider personal loans?
If student loans don’t cover everything you need as a college student, a personal loan might be an option.
3 min read Mar 05, 2025