From Budget's website:
Will my credit/debit card be charged when I make the reservation?
No. The card will have a hold placed on it at the time of pickup for $300 or total estimated charges, whichever amount is greater. It's perfectly fine if you choose not to return the car on or before your scheduled return date, but we will place up to three additional holds on your credit card (depending on how long you keep the car) to cover expected rental charges. Upon your return of the car, all holds will be released, and the actual cost of the rental will be charged. Please note that your bank may take up to two weeks to post the released credit hold to your card. Unfortunately, we cannot be held responsible for any returned checks due to credit hold processing.
If you know you're not going to return the car with a full tank, pay for the tank when you pickup the car. If you pre-pay the fuel, it is around the same price as if you filled it yourself. If you don't pre-pay the fuel, you will be charged 2 to 3 times the current gas price per gallon.
Many airports do not have the rental locations on-site. If they are not on-site, they will bus you to and from the terminal. Make a note (mental or otherwise) of how long it takes to get from the terminal to the rental location. Make sure you account for this time when returning.
Check the car before you leave the lot. Look for any large (over 1 or 2 inches) scracthes, dents, etc. Anything smaller than that won't be a problem.
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