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February 2008 Entries

Feb26

Auto Repossession On The Rise





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MIAMI – (February 26, 2008) – With the economy slowing, people are increasingly late on their credit payments, including auto loans. Now that consumers have to pay down debt without tapping extra lines of credit, many are finding it difficult to stay current on vehicle payments.

LeaseTrader.com helps by finding someone else to assume your Car Lease - a great option for drivers who no longer can afford their leased vehicle. Rather than pay the exorbitant early termin...

Feb25

Honda Starts Global Small Car





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Hindu.com - February 25, 2008 - Honda will begin development of a new small car for the global market.

Feb22

US Auto Market In Recession





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Reuters - February 22, 2008 - Nissan believes US auto market is in a recession.

Feb21

GMAC Cuts Auto Finance





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Reuters - February 21, 2008 - GMAC cuts auto finance jobs and offices due to slowing sales.

Feb20

Korean Auto Industry





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ChoSun.com - February 20, 2008 - An article discussing Korea's auto industry.

Feb19

Spring Car Care





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CarJunky.com - February 19, 2008 - Spring is quickly approaching and it's time to check your car for repairs.

Feb19

Leasing Myths





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he following article was also posted online at www.leasetrader.com.

If you're torn between the benefits of buying a car versus leasing, columnist Mark Solheim debunks some top leasing myths in the February issue of Kiplinger's magazine.

Here are three:

• Myth 1: Buying is cheaper than leasing.

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Feb19

LeaseTrader.com on WBRE News





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Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is all in favor of another round of stimulus checks for Americans. The Fed chief testified before Congress and said lawmakers should consider the boost. Bernanke believes the economy could use the additional boost.

The American economy is currently leading the world into a global recession. And although billions worth of banking bailouts have recently been put into action, consumer spending is a critical element to keeping the economy chug...

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Feb16

Ditching Your Car Lease





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The following blog entry was also posted online at www.leasetrader.com.

Oh, the new car. It seemed so perfect at the time. The shiny chrome, supple leather, high-tech extras that do everything but make coffee. And all for a low-ish monthly payment thanks to leasing.

Then came the security deposit, the mileage restrictions, the wear and tear penalties. Not such a great deal anymore, but you're stuck. And you don't even want to know about the early termination fees if y...

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Feb15

First Date Cars





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AOL Autos - February 15, 2008 - Which cars make the best first impression on a date.

Feb12

Women Shopping For Cars





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LeaseTrader.com was featured in a recent issue of Woman's World magazine. Circulated nationally, Woman's World is read by decision makers who are interested in getting the best value for their purchases. LeaseTrader.com is a car lease matchmaker, matching people who want out of their car leases with those willing to assume the lease. Popular among women readers, the magazine talked about LeaseTrader.com's recent poll among its women drivers who listed their favorite features in the cars they ...

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Feb11

January LeaseTrader.com Index





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MIAMI – (February 11, 2008) – LeaseTrader.com, the company that helps consumers with car lease transfers, announces its monthly Index for January, with the BMW 3 Series topping the list of America’s most preferred leased vehicle for the third straight month.

The BMW 3 Series offers excellent luxury and space while delivering a quiet and comfortable driving experience. The car is among BMW’s best all-time selling models because of its combination of power...

Feb11

LeaseTrader.com on Channel 7 Action News





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Ch. 7 Action News - Services let you out of your car lease with minimum fees.

Feb11

LeaseTrader.com on NBC 7 San Diego





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A show of hands, please. How many readers think it's a good time to buy stock for Bank of America, Wells Fargo, or J.P. Morgan Chase? Anyone? Believe it or not, this might be an opportune time to jump into those stocks. After all, Warren Buffet is taking a hard look.

The NYSE is down significantly off its highs, and so is the NASDAQ. And with the federal bailout programs in full force right now and the first glimmer of hopes that the credit markets are thawing out, there's a v...

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Feb11

LeaseTrader.com on ABC Action News





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The Dow Jones Industrial and the NASDAQ, two leading indexes that make up the stock markets, started to reflect a thawing of the credit markets recently as both have shown signs of strength. This is good news since the world is still based on credit, and if the credit markets begin to thaw, that is arguably the first step towards getting a healthy economy back on track.

Additionally, the stock market turnaround was also boosted by talk of a second economic stimulus package for...

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Feb09

Helping Drivers Get Out Of Car Leases





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The following story was also posted online at www.leasetrader.com.

Suffering from lessee's remorse?
In the past, making an early exit from a Car Lease was about as easy as getting out of jail free. Now a handful of websites are offering restless consumers a chance at freedom while also providing an option for those who want to lease but aren't happy with the terms their local dealerships are offering.

Two leading lease transfer sites -- LeaseTrader.com and Swapalease.co...

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Feb08

Finding Love on Valentine's Day





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MIAMI – (February 8, 2008) – People all over the country are finding it easier to fall in love with their next car by taking over someone else’s short-term lease through Leasetrader.com. Easy to use, you simply browse through listings of your favorite model and find the right car that fits your driving needs.

LeaseTrader.com then plays cupid to match you with someone else wanting out of the Car Lease. You avoid paying the down payment and only drive the vehicl...

Feb07

Hand Over Your Car Keys





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LeaseTrader.com is mentioned in the January, 2008, issue of Motley Fool Green Light as an excellent way to escape your car lease with minimum financial impact.

"If you're getting taken for a ride in a pricey Car Lease, head to LeaseTrader.com.....," states the article. "These services match you up with someone who will take on your auto albatross, thus steering you clear of pricey termination fees. Paying a few hundred dollars to hand over the keys sure beats the altern...

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Feb07

Green Auto Makers





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Chicago Sun-Times - February 7, 2008 - GM shows off its "green" cars at the Chicago Auto Show.

Feb05

Car Leasing Myths





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NEW YORK -- If you're shopping for a new car but want to avoid high monthly payments, consider the option of leasing.

Although often veiled in confusing language that dealers use to describe the terms and benefits of leases, negotiating smartly and dismissing some common assumptions can get you on the road without breaking the bank.

If you're torn between the benefits of buying versus leasing, consider the advice of automobile columnist Mark Solheim. In the February issue of K...

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Feb01

Myths About Car Leasing





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The following story was published in the February, 2008, issue of Kiplinger's Personal Finance. The article discusses specific myths people share about car leasing. One major myth is the notion that you are unable to get out of your Car Lease without paying expensive termination fees. The writer points out that a service such as LeaseTrader.com is a great way to get out of your Car Lease with little financial requirement. With LeaseTrader.com, you can find someone else to take over the remain...

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