Buying vs Leasing vs Paying Cash For a Car: The Reality in 2026

Are car payments just a part of life? In 2026, the average new car payment is $750–$770 a month—and most people are stuck in a cycle that steals their wealth. In this video, Anthony O’Neal breaks down the real math behind buying, leasing, and paying cash for your next car. You’ll see the hidden costs, the traps, and the steps to real financial freedom. Drop your car fund goal in the comments and let’s build wealth together! 🔗 URLs Mentioned in Today's Show: High Yield Savings Account comparisons: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/savings Car insurance comparison tool: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/carinsur... The "In the Black" app: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/app ABOUT ANTHONY ONEAL: Anthony O'Neal is a nationally bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Table with Anthony O'Neal. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance & Banking and is a professor of Consumer Economics at Virginia Union University. Since 2014, he's helped millions of people get out of debt, build wealth, and break generational poverty. His mission is to help you maximize your income, eliminate debt, and create a life of freedom and legacy. 📅 BOOK ANTHONY TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT: [email protected] 🤝 SPONSOR THE TABLE PODCAST: [email protected] Connect With Anthony: 👉 Website: https://www.anthonyoneal.com 📸 Instagram:   / anthonyoneal   🎵 TikTok: @_anthonyoneal FREE TOOLS & RESOURCES: 📊 Budgeting & Wealth Tracker: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/wealthbu... 🧠 Book a FREE 15-Minute Financial Plan: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/getmyplan 📞 Call In & Be On The Show: (771)-224-8131 TRUSTED PARTNERS: These tools help you win with money: SoFi High-Yield Savings (Earn 4.6% APY): https://anthonyoneal.com/savings Dovly (Credit repair made simple): https://www.anthonyoneal.com/dovly Kikoff (Build credit the smart way): https://www.anthonyoneal.com/kikoff MooMoo (Start investing + get 5 FREE stocks): https://www.anthonyoneal.com/moomoo Ethos Life Insurance (Term life in minutes): https://link.anthonyoneal.com/ethos BetterHelp (Affordable online therapy): https://link.anthonyoneal.com/betterhelp Affiliate Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Many offer special discounts for my community! ⚠️ GENERAL DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor. Please do your own research and consult a certified professional before making financial decisions.