i am currently leasing an exmark 52" inch walk behind and an 8h.p. little wonder blower, both are good and i've never even had a hiccup from either, as for leasing, good for tax benefits if your income warrants the extra price of leasing , if you are a part timer straight financung may be a better option. leases require insurance on equipment for theft and such if you don't carry this coverage the leasing co. will sell it to you. as for warranty....manufacturers warr is all you'll get.