<prompt> Human: Situation- Just graduated college, have about 20,000 worth of debt. Living at home. - Going to be making 45,000 per year- My commute is going to be an hour long 40 miles, so 80 miles a day, 400 miles a week. Up to 20,000 miles a year! - Payments are mainly going to consist of paying back college loans, car payments, and car insurance. - Seriously considering leasing a car with a larger mileage limit than 12,000. - In 2-3 years, I am hoping to move into the city where I wont need a car. Question- How bad of a move would it be if I leased a car instead of buying a car? As long as it is not a terrible move I am leaning towards leasing. Any feedback would be much appreciated!!  <response>: You would be way over any allowable mileage if you lease. Buy something you can afford to get rid of in a few years. 