Electronic Record Request Methods Quiz

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What is the Consumer Leasing Act (CLA) designed to ensure?

Exemption of consumer leases from any regulations

Meaningful and accurate disclosure of lease terms to consumers (correct)

Facilitation of lease agreements without any limitations

Protection of lessors' interests

Which Act contains provisions that govern consumer leases?

Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-Sign Act)

Regulation Z

Regulation M

Truth in Lending Act (correct)

What is the purpose of the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-Sign Act)?

To regulate consumer leasing practices

To facilitate electronic transactions (correct)

To oversee truth in lending practices

To implement regulations for the Consumer Leasing Act

What does the Consumer Leasing Act (CLA) limit?

Balloon payments sometimes due at the end of a lease (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a lessee in a leasing contract?

The property user (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is Regulation Z associated with?

Truth in Lending Act (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit for bringing actions alleging failure to disclose required information or comply with the Consumer Leasing Act?

One year after the termination of the lease agreement (D) Signup and view all the answers

How long are lessors required to maintain evidence of compliance with Regulation M?

Not less than two years after the date of the disclosures are required to be made or an action is required to be taken (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the examination objectives related to Consumer Leasing Act compliance?

Assessing the quality of the institution’s compliance management system for the CLA (B) Signup and view all the answers

When must meaningful and accurate disclosures of lease terms be given to lessees?

When lessees of personal property that meet the threshold amount are involved (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit for maintaining evidence of compliance with Regulation M, excluding advertising requirements under Section 7?

Not less than two years after the date of the disclosures are required to be made or an action is required to be taken (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must institutions clearly indicate and correctly enforce for lessees?

Limits of liability (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one objective related to Consumer Leasing Act compliance examinations?

To determine if lessees are provided with meaningful and accurate disclosures of lease terms (C) Signup and view all the answers

When must evidence of compliance with Regulation M, excluding advertising requirements under Section 7, be maintained by lessors?

For a period not less than two years after the date of disclosures or an action is required to be taken (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do Consumer Leasing Act compliance examinations aim to determine about limits of liability?

If they are clearly indicated and correctly enforced by institutions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the total contractual cost limit for a consumer lease effective January 1, 2022?

$61,000 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between closed-end and open-end consumer leases?

Disclosure requirements (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the realized value refer to in a consumer lease?

Price received by the lessor at disposition of leased property (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the gross capitalized cost in a consumer lease?

Agreed value of the leased property plus any capitalized or amortized items (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does an open-end lease base the amount owed at the end of the term on?

Difference between residual value and realized value of leased property (A) Signup and view all the answers

What amendment requires annual adjustments of threshold by Consumer Price Index increase?

The Dodd-Frank Act (C) Signup and view all the answers

What entities are involved in carrying out consumer leasing according to trends mentioned in the text?

Banks, vehicle finance companies, other finance companies, or retailers directly (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Capitalized Cost Reduction' in a lease?

The total amount that reduces the gross capitalized cost in a lease (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can general disclosures required by Part 1013 be provided to the lessee?

In electronic form, subject to consumer consent and other applicable provisions (B) Signup and view all the answers

When must dated disclosures be given to the consumer?

Before signing the lease, containing all required information (D) Signup and view all the answers

In case of multiple lessors, who can make the required disclosures?

One lessor, and disclosures should be given to any lessee primarily liable (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are advertisements for consumer leases required to comply with?

Specific disclosure requirements and accurate representation of lease terms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What restrictions apply to the use of percentage rates in lease advertisements?

Certain restrictions apply, and some third-party fees may be excluded from periodic payment disclosures in ads (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Consumer Leasing Regulations Summary

Consumers can request a paper copy of an electronic record after giving consent to receive information electronically, and any associated fees.
"Capitalized Cost Reduction" refers to the total amount that reduces the gross capitalized cost in a lease.
General disclosure requirements mandate lessors to provide accurate, clear, and conspicuous leasing cost information and disclosures.
General disclosures required by Part 1013 can be provided to the lessee in electronic form, subject to consumer consent and other applicable provisions.
If an institution changes hardware or software requirements, it must notify the consumer and allow them to withdraw consent without charge.
Dated disclosures must be given to the consumer before signing the lease, containing all required information.
New disclosures must be provided when a consumer renegotiates or extends a lease, with certain exceptions.
In the case of multiple lessors, one lessor can make the required disclosures, and disclosures should be given to any lessee primarily liable.
Advertisements for consumer leases must comply with specific disclosure requirements and accurately represent the lease terms.
If an advertisement includes "trigger terms," it must also state specific information about the lease terms, payments, and extra charges.
Certain restrictions apply to the use of percentage rates in lease advertisements, and some third-party fees may be excluded from periodic payment disclosures in ads.
The regulation includes provisions to limit balloon payments, protect consumers at lease termination, and set standards for wear and use charges and penalties.

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