{"product_id":"2940012904898","title":"To Lease or Buy-Know Before You Go!","description":"How To Avoid Extra Costs At The End Of Your Lease\u003cbr\u003e$250 to dispose of your vehicle, $1000 for extra miles you put on the clock\u003cbr\u003eand $200 to replace the light bulb and the worn tires--lease agents \u003cbr\u003econstantly nickel-and-dime consumers when their lease runs out.  \u003cbr\u003eHere's a rundown of what can trigger those fees, and some steps to take in \u003cbr\u003eself-defense.\u003cbr\u003eDisposition fee: leasing companies charge you if you choose not to buy the \u003cbr\u003evehicle at the end of your lease. This fee is set as compensation for the \u003cbr\u003eexpenses of selling, or otherwise disposing of the vehicle. It typically \u003cbr\u003eincludes administrative charges; the dealer's cost to prepare the car for \u003cbr\u003eresale and any other penalties. Make sure this fee is stated clearly in the\u003cbr\u003e contract and is agreeable by you before signing on the dotted line. At \u003cbr\u003elease-end, you are left in no position to negotiate as the dealer can apply \u003cbr\u003eyour refundable security deposit towards this fee.","brand":"unique5stardeals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47147390828784,"sku":"2940012904898","price":4.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940012904898_p0.jpg?v=1763574286","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940012904898","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}