Principal
State the exact principal amount in dollars, specify rounding rules, and note whether there are provisions for additional advances or revolving availability under the same note.
A Secured Promissory Note clarifies repayment obligations, provides collateral-backed remedies for lenders, and improves enforceability in default proceedings. It documents the loan terms required for lien perfection and priority, helping both parties reduce ambiguity and litigation risk under U.S. commercial law.
Lenders, borrowers, and counsel use Secured Promissory Notes to document secured loans and define collateral rights in enforceable written form.
Bank officers or authorized loan agents who execute the note on behalf of the lending entity. Must have corporate authorization if signing for an organization and should be identified by title; attach board resolution or power of attorney when required.
Individual borrowers or authorized representatives of borrowing entities who must sign with name matching government ID. If entity signs, include corporate officer name and title; ensure capacity and authority are documented to avoid challenges to enforceability.
State the exact principal amount in dollars, specify rounding rules, and note whether there are provisions for additional advances or revolving availability under the same note.
Describe the rate (fixed or variable), calculation method (simple, amortized), compounding frequency, default rate, and any floor or cap provisions and reference index when variable.
Set payment schedule, installment amounts, due dates, prepayment rights or penalties, and procedures for late payments and application of funds toward interest or principal and acceleration.
Identify collateral with adequate specificity, reference an accompanying security agreement, state perfection steps (UCC-1 filing or deed recordation) and remedies on default including repossession and sale process.
Define events of default (nonpayment, insolvency, breach), notice periods, cure rights, cross-default provisions, and lender remedies such as acceleration and collection costs recovery and attorneys' fees.
Include governing law, dispute resolution, assignment rights, notice procedures, integration clause, severability, and any confidentiality or reporting requirements tied to the secured loan and amendment procedures.
Digital execution requires secure eSignature platform, audit trail, and optional identity verification to satisfy evidentiary tests under ESIGN and UETA.
| Workflow Field and Configuration Options | Recommended configuration and short notes |
|---|---|
| Signature Field Type and Options | Signer initials or full signature; capture timestamp. |
| Authentication Level and Verification Methods | Email link, SMS code, KBA, or SSO |
| Automatic Notifications, Reminders, and Alerts | Email or webhook to trigger UCC-1 filing workflows. |
| Document Storage Policy and Retention | Encrypted cloud storage, exportable signed PDFs, audit log retention. |
Record in MM/DD/YYYY; effective on specified date.
Notarize at signing when state requires for enforceability.
File promptly after execution to establish priority.
Report interest income per IRS rules; consult IRC guidance.
Retain original for the term plus required statutory period.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Premium) | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |