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How to Buy a Vehicle with Your Income Tax Return

Are you hoping to use a tax refund to buy a new vehicle? Whether you are looking to purchase or lease a new car, truck, or SUV, tax season is always a great time for purchasing a new ride. Many dealerships have great tax season offers. On average, American taxpayers can receive up to $3,000 in tax refunds each year. This can mean smart car buyers can utilize this cash money as a substantial deposit towards their next car which generally provides customers with low interest rates and can even minimize regular monthly installments when financing.

Using Your Tax Return for Buying a Car

If you wish to spend your income tax refund on a new car purchase or lease, we have some good news for you. The average refund is usually enough to cover a big part of the down payment. If you’re not wanting to get a brand-new car, truck, or SUV, you can also utilize your income tax refund to pay off a part or the entirety of your existing auto loan.

If you have questions about how to use your tax refund to get a new car, truck, or SUV we have some recommendations and tips from our automotive financing specialists.

Using Your Income Tax Return For Down Payment:

Our automotive financing specialists recommend paying a considerable down payment to help you get a car loan for your next automobile purchase. Even if you are opting to lease your next car, having a substantial deposit can help reduce your monthly payments. By using your refund as a down payment, purchasers might receive better vehicle funding options.

Income Tax Returns For Used Vehicle Buying:

While brand-new vehicles certainly have their own set of advantages, a pre-owned vehicle is an affordable choice for budget car shoppers. With a bit of research, it is very easy to find a great deal on a pre-owned vehicle. And savvy car buyers can utilize their income tax return as the down payment towards the purchase of that vehicle.

Using the Cash For a New Car Lease:

Starting a car lease with a bigger down payment might substantially minimize how much the monthly payment will be. It is extremely useful also when customers want to prolong the lease because most car dealerships will generally allow the customer to continue their present lease with a reduced monthly payment on a month-to-month basis.

Paying Off a Current Car or Truck Loan:

Using your tax refund to repay an existing car loan is always an outstanding idea. Customers can make use of that extra money to significantly lower the existing balance on their existing vehicle financing. And they can do this either by making a few extra payments or by paying off the balance completely. Paying off or considerably reducing the remaining balance will reduce the amount of interest that would have been paid with time.

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*Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

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2.99% APR for 72 monthly payments of $15.19 for every $1,000 financed. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. For only very well qualified customers. No down payment required if qualified for advertised offer. If you do not qualify for the offer, the amount and percentage of any down payment vary with your credit qualifications. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect price. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must take retail delivery from dealer's stock and terms subject to vehicle availability. Offer cannot be combined with SETF Lease Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, Lease, Lease Subvention Cash. See dealer for details. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC regardless of buyer's residency; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee is included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/26.

*Qualified lessees can lease a new 2026 Camry for $249 per month for 36 months with $4,248 Due At Signing. Based on 10,000 miles/yr. Security Deposit waived. Lease excludes tax, title, license, registration fees, and dealer options and charges. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. Not all customers qualify. Lease example based on 2026 Camry 2WD 4Dr. Sedan LE Hybrid CVT Model 2559 with Total SRP of $30,595. $4,248 Due At Signing includes $3,304 customer down payment, first month's payment of $249, and $695 Acquisition Fee. Security deposit required with exception of prior Southeast Toyota Finance (SETF) financing history and/or SETF credit rating in which a security deposit may be waived. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect lease payment. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must lease from dealer's stock and terms are subject to vehicle availability. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excess wear and use, and will pay $0.18 per mile for all mileage over 10,000 miles per year. $350 disposition fee is due at lease end. Offer cannot be combined with SETF Finance Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, APR, Finance Subvention Cash. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee not included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/2026. See dealer for details. $1,000 Conquest Bonus Cash Offer is available on the purchase or lease of a new MY26 CAMRY for current registered non-Toyota owners of a Passenger Car, Crossover or SUV. This offer is non-transferable. Offer can be combined with cash, PAL, special APR or lease programs. NO TRADE-IN REQUIRED. Vehicle must be financed or leased through SETF and retailed by 06/30/2026. See dealer for complete details.

*Qualified lessees can lease a new 2026 Corolla for $179 per month for 36 months with $4,178 Due At Signing. Based on 10,000 miles/yr. Security Deposit waived. Lease excludes tax, title, license, registration fees, and dealer options and charges. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. Not all customers qualify. Lease example based on 2026 Corolla 2WD 4Dr. Sedan LE L4 CVT-F Model 1852 with Total SRP of $24,420. $4,178 Due At Signing includes $3,304 customer down payment, first month's payment of $179, and $695 Acquisition Fee. Security deposit required with exception of prior Southeast Toyota Finance (SETF) financing history and/or SETF credit rating in which a security deposit may be waived. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect lease payment. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must lease from dealer's stock and terms are subject to vehicle availability. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excess wear and use, and will pay $0.18 per mile for all mileage over 10,000 miles per year. $350 disposition fee is due at lease end. Offer cannot be combined with SETF Finance Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, APR, Finance Subvention Cash. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee not included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/26. See dealer for details.

0% APR for 72 monthly payments of $13.89 for every $1,000 financed. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. For only very well qualified customers. No down payment required if qualified for advertised offer. If you do not qualify for the offer, the amount and percentage of any down payment vary with your credit qualifications. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect price. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must take retail delivery from dealer's stock and terms subject to vehicle availability. Offer cannot be combined with SETF Lease Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, Lease, Lease Subvention Cash. See dealer for details. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC regardless of buyer's residency; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/26.

*Qualified lessees can lease a new 2026 Grand Highlander for $489 per month for 36 months with $4,488 Due At Signing. Based on 10,000 miles/yr. Security Deposit waived. Lease excludes tax, title, license, registration fees, and dealer options and charges. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. Not all customers qualify. Lease example based on 2026 Grand Highlander 2WD Wagon XLE L4 8AT Model 6702 with Total SRP of $46,225. $4,488 Due At Signing includes $3,304 customer down payment, first month's payment of $489, and $695 Acquisition Fee. Security deposit required with exception of prior Southeast Toyota Finance (SETF) financing history and/or SETF credit rating in which a security deposit may be waived. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect lease payment. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must lease from dealer's stock and terms are subject to vehicle availability. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excess wear and use, and will pay $0.18 per mile for all mileage over 10,000 miles per year. $350 disposition fee is due at lease end. Offer cannot be combined with SETF Finance Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, APR, Finance Subvention Cash. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee not included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/26. See dealer for details.

*Qualified buyers can finance a new 2026 BZ at 0% APR for 72 monthly payments of $13.89 for every $1,000 financed. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. For only very well qualified customers. No down payment required if qualified for advertised offer. If you do not qualify for the offer, the amount and percentage of any down payment vary with your credit qualifications. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect price. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must take retail delivery from dealer's stock and terms subject to vehicle availability. Cannot be combined with SETF Lease Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, Lease, Lease Subvention Cash. See dealer for details. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC regardless of buyer's residency; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/26. MY 2026 bZ LOYALTY CASH OFFER can be combined with cash back, special APR or lease programs and certain other offers. The offer is not transferable in any way. Offer entitles customer to $5,000 Loyalty Cash on the retail purchase or lease of any new MY 2026 bZ vehicle delivered by 06/30/26. Offer only valid for customers who finance or lease through Southeast Toyota Finance. Limit one per customer.

*Qualified buyers can finance a new 2026 BZ at 0% APR for 72 monthly payments of $13.89 for every $1,000 financed. Terms available on approved credit through Southeast Toyota Finance. For only very well qualified customers. No down payment required if qualified for advertised offer. If you do not qualify for the offer, the amount and percentage of any down payment vary with your credit qualifications. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect price. Individual dealer prices, other terms and offers may vary. Must take retail delivery from dealer's stock and terms subject to vehicle availability. Cannot be combined with SETF Lease Cash, Down Payment Assistance, Trade-in Assistance, Customer Cash, Lease, Lease Subvention Cash. See dealer for details. Offer available in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC regardless of buyer's residency; void where prohibited. $799 Dealer Administrative Fee is included in advertised price. Expires 06/30/26. **Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between June 2, 2026 and July 31, 2026, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Excludes Hendrick Performance vehicles. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 75 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by July 31, 2026. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details. Financing available to qualified buyers. Some exclusions apply. See dealer for complete details.

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