Maximize Lease Equity in TX - Advice Needed

Yes, this forum is littered with data points of folks doing exactly that. Take a read through the below threads for starters.

In order to avoid the tax you need to sell directly to a dealer or a Carvana, Vroom, etc.

The process is essentially this: Step 1, verify with Lexus Financial that you can sell to a 3rd party and what the 3rd party payoff is. Step 2, solicit offers from Carvana, Vroom, local dealers, etc. Step 3, pick the best offer and move forward.

Sold One to Carvana

Sold One to Vroom