 TITLE: Does Leasing a Car Build Credit? CONTENT: Work to Improve Your Credit for the Next Lease\n----------------------------------------------\nIf you have time before you need a new car or you simply want to improve your odds of getting approved for a lease in the future, take some steps to improve your credit score.\nStart by monitoring your credit score regularly to understand where it stands and get updates on new accounts and inquiries. Also, check your credit report and look for areas that need to be addressed.\nFor example, it's important to get caught up on past-due payments, pay down credit card debt and avoid unnecessary credit applications. Also, consider asking a loved one to add you as an authorized user on their credit card account if it has a positive history.\nAs you take steps now to improve your credit, you'll be able to put yourself in a much better position to get approved for an auto lease the next time you're looking for a new car. END