When advertising a lease, what is not required to be disclosed?

In the context of advertising a lease, it is not a requirement to disclose the cost of leasing versus purchasing. This information, while potentially useful to a consumer making a decision, does not fall under the federally mandated disclosures that must be made when advertising a lease. The focus of compliant advertising is primarily on terms directly pertinent to the lease agreement itself.

In contrast, the total number of payments, lease term duration, and monthly payment amount are all necessary disclosures as they provide essential information that affects a consumer's decision-making process when considering a lease. These elements ensure that consumers are fully informed about the financial obligations they are entering into with a lease, adhering to regulations designed to protect consumers in financial matters. Therefore, since the comparison between leasing and purchasing does not directly impact the terms of the lease being advertised, it is not required.