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How Do I Avoid Lease Transfer Scams?

Avoid lease transfer scams by never paying for a vehicle before leasing company credit approval, refusing wire transfers to strangers, and using marketplaces like LookyLeasy that focus on legitimate assumptions. Scammers pose as sellers with fake payment screenshots or as buyers who skip official paperwork. Verify VIN, seller identity, and lessor account status by calling customer service yourself using the number on your contract—not a number the other party provides. Confirm transfer procedures with your leasing company at every stage.

Marketplace disclaimer: LookyLeasy is a marketplace, not a leasing company or financial advisor. Lease-transfer approval, fees, restrictions, and liability vary by leasing company. Always confirm details directly with your leasing company before moving forward.

Common scam patterns

Too-good payment with urgent wire request, overseas buyer overpaying by check, or seller asking you to assume without credit pull are frequent red flags.

Fake escrow sites mimic real services—type URLs yourself or use lessor-directed payment only.

Safe seller practices

List on LookyLeasy with real photos and meet buyers in safe locations. Start lessor paperwork before handoff and keep the car until release is written.

Do not refund overpayment checks or send gift cards—classic fraud patterns.

Safe buyer practices

Inspect VIN against listing and title holder via lessor. Apply through official assumption forms; your approval letter comes from the leasing company.

Pay seller incentives only after lessor approval or via methods with recourse—confirm timing with customer service.

When to walk away

Pressure to skip credit review, refusal to show insurance or registration, or mismatched VIN photos mean stop immediately.

Report suspicious LookyLeasy messages to platform support and contact your lessor fraud line if offered.

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FAQ

Is paying a deposit before approval safe?

Generally no. Most safe deals structure seller incentives after lessor approval. Confirm with your leasing company.

Can I trust emailed lessor letters?

Verify by calling customer service on your contract number. Scammers forge approval emails.

Are third-party swap services legitimate?

Some are; many add fees without guaranteeing approval. Always confirm lessor acceptance of any intermediary.

Does LookyLeasy verify every user?

Use platform tools and your own lessor verification—no marketplace replaces official credit approval.

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