#241 - Lessons Learned From 20,000 Leases w/ Lee Wells

28 Jan 2026 · 36 min
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28 Jan 2026 · 36 min

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Lee Wells discusses 25 years originating 20,000 leases in subprime lending. Down payments and shorter terms drove better performance, with optimal lease lengths around 30-36 months on vehicles averaging $13,000. Lease-here-pay-here structures offered tax and regulatory advantages over retail installment contracts.

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