When you sign a lease, the contract includes a , which is the leasing company's estimate of what the car will be worth at the end of the term. This figure typically serves as your purchase price.

Locate the residual value and any "purchase option fees".

Use tools like Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds to see what the car is actually worth now.

Leasing to buy is often criticized as the most expensive way to own a car because you essentially pay interest twice—once on the lease and once on the buyout loan. However, it can be a smart move in specific market conditions. A Step-by-Step Guide to Auto Lease Buyout Loans

Contact your leasing company to finalize the paperwork and title transfer. The Review: Pros & Cons