Collateral Lender Loans Secured Creditor 
Jimerson Firm
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
When a borrower applies for a loan, most lenders require the borrower to pledge an asset as security for the repayment of the loan, i.e. collateral. In the event the borrower defaults, usually by failing to make loan payments, a secured creditor has a right to take possession of the collateral.
Jimerson Firm
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
When a small business association (“SBA”) loan is converted to liquidation status, the lender must begin liquidating the collateral. Lenders must liquidate all personal property that has a Recoverable Value over $5,000. In Florida, the lender can choose from the following methods: UCC Sale. See SOP 50 57.
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Jimerson Firm
JULY 1, 2020
When lenders take life insurance policies as collateral for loans, they need to be aware of what needs to occur to place a claim in the event their borrower dies. Therefore, it is critical for lenders to confirm that no prior assignment exists on life insurance collateral prior to taking the collateral on as security for a loan.
Hudson Weir
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Secured loans or unsecured loans are crucial for many businesses, providing the investment they need to achieve their objectives and grow. In total, banks provided £65.1bn in loans to small companies with more likely to have gone to larger businesses too! But what’s the difference between secured loans and unsecured ones?
Jimerson Firm
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
If a borrower defaults on a SBA loan, the lender or CDC must assess the environmental risk of contamination before conducting any liquidation action that could result in a loss, or otherwise increase the risk of loss, due to the actual or alleged presence of contamination. What Are Environmental Risks? SOP 50 10 5(E), Appendix 2.
Sawin & Shea
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
In broad terms, if a debt is secured, it means it is backed up by collateral property. If a debt is unsecured, no collateral is put up as a guarantee to pay. However, it is important to note that before bankruptcy is declared, lenders can still come after you to get you to pay off the unsecured debt.
Sawin & Shea
JANUARY 25, 2022
Secured and unsecured debt is handled differently in Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13. What is Secured Debt? Secured debts are a type of debt backed by an asset that is used as collateral. Examples of Secured Debts. What Happens When You Can’t Pay Secured Debts? What is Unsecured Debt?
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