How to Get Someone to Take Over Your Car Payments

This article was co-authored by Michael R. Lewis. Michael R. Lewis is a retired corporate executive, entrepreneur, and investment advisor in Texas. He has over 40 years of experience in business and finance, including as a Vice President for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. He has a BBA in Industrial Management from the University of Texas at Austin.

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Are you stuck with a lease or loan for a car you just don't want any longer? Many leases, and some loans, allow a new person to assume the remaining term of the lease, taking over the vehicle and the payments on it. This person could be the person you are selling your car to, allowing you to walk away from the transaction without any more payments hanging over your head. This is not simple and you need to take care to ensure everything is fully documented and agreed with your leasing company.