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LOAN AGREEMENT

This LOAN AGREEMENT is entered into this day of , 20 by and between (hereinafter "Bank"), and (hereinafter "Borrower"), ;

WHEREAS, Borrower has applied to Bank for a Loan to enable Borrower to ;

NOW, THEREFORE, the Bank and the Borrower do hereby agree as follows:

1. THE LOAN

1.1. The Loan. The Bank agrees to extend, subject to the conditions hereof, and Borrower agrees to take, a Loan (hereinafter "Loan") totaling .

1.2. The Note. Borrower shall execute a promissory note in favor of the Bank in a form substantially similar to that completed promissory note attached hereto as Exhibit A, the terms and conditions of which are incorporated herein by reference (hereinafter, "the Note").

1.3. Draws. It is contemplated that Borrower will borrow the entire loan amount at closing and repay same as required by the terms of the Note and this Agreement.

1.4. The Terms of the Loan. The aforesaid Loan shall be for a term of () year(s) from the date of the Note. The principal balance of the Loan shall be payable monthly by Borrower as required by the terms of the Note.

1.5. Rate and Payment of Interest. The aforesaid Note shall bear interest at the rate of percent (%) per annum calculated on the basis of a day year.

1.6. Termination. The Loan and the Bank's obligations shall terminate automatically upon the occurrence of any event of default hereunder and Bank's subsequent determination not to waive such event of default.

Both Borrower and Bank shall have the right to terminate the Loan at any time, regardless of the existence of an event of default, by giving written notice of its decision to terminate to the other party days () in advance of the effective date of such termination. Termination by either the Bank or the Borrower shall not release the Borrower from its obligation to repay the amount advanced by the Bank under the Loan; nor shall termination prejudice or release any of the collateral or rights to enforce repayment of the Loan that the Bank may have.

1.7. The Guarantor. Payment of the Loan will be personally guaranteed by pursuant to a Continuing Guaranty Agreement in favor of the Bank on a form approved by Bank.

1.8. Reports. Borrower shall submit written reports within () days after written request by Bank showing Debtors current financial status on forms approved by Bank during the term of the Loan.

2. THE COLLATERAL

2.1. Grant of Security Interest. Borrower does hereby grant to the Bank a security interest in in order to secure Borrower's obligations due under the Note and this Agreement and agrees to execute all documents required by Bank to further establish and perfect said security interest.

2.2. Corporate Authority. In its corporate borrowing resolution given to the Bank, Borrower shall state the names and titles of those corporate officers authorized to execute this Agreement, the Note, and any additional documentation.

2.3. Power of Attorney. Borrower hereby grants Bank an irrevocable Power of Attorney to endorse any and all checks and to execute any other documentation in the name of and on behalf of the Borrower to enable the Bank to collect the Note and obtain the Security.

3. DEFAULT

Upon the happening of any of the following events, each of which shall constitute a default hereunder, all liabilities of the Borrower to the Bank shall become immediately due and payable at the option of the Bank: (a) failure of the Borrower (which shall include any endorser, surety or Guarantor) to perform any agreement hereunder or to pay any obligation secured hereby when due; (b) dissolution of the Borrower or death of any Guarantor of this Note; (c) filing of any petition in bankruptcy by or against the Borrower or any Guarantor of this Note; (d) application for appointment of a receiver, or making of a general assignment for the benefit of creditors by, or insolvency of the Borrower or any Guarantor; (e) failure by Guarantor to achieve and maintain the status of a Licensed so designated and approved by the state of ; or (f) determination by any officer of the Bank that a material adverse change has occurred in the financial condition of the Borrower or any Guarantor. Upon the occurrence of any such event of default and at any time thereafter, Bank shall have all of the remedies of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code of the State of , and as provided in this agreement, the Note and all other documents executed by Borrower in connection herewith. Any notice of sale or other intended disposition of the Collateral sent to the Borrower at least () days prior to such action will constitute reasonable notice to the Borrower. Bank may waive any default before or after the same has been declared without impairing its rights to declare a subsequent default hereunder, this right being a continuing one.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have executed this Agreement on the date herein stated.

(Borrower)

(Bank)

EXHIBIT “A” PROMISSORY NOTE

$

Amount of Note

 

Date of Note

 

Due Date

, the undersigned, (hereinafter called "Maker"), promises to pay to (hereinafter called "Lender"), or order, payable at , , or such other place specified by Lender in writing, Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($.00) with interest thereon at the rate of percent per annum from the date hereof until paid, payable as follow:

Maker has Pledged, assigned or granted to Lender as collateral for payment of this liability (hereinafter called "Obligation"), the following:

(hereinafter called "Collateral").

Upon the happening of any of the following events, each of which shall constitute a default hereunder, the Obligation of the Maker to Lender shall become immediately due and payable at the option of Lender: (1) failure of any Obligor (which shall include each maker, endorser, surety and guarantor of this note) to perform any agreement hereunder or pay any obligation secured hereby when due; (2) death of any Obligor; (3) filing of any petition in bankruptcy by or against any Obligor; (4) application for appointment of a receiver for, making of a general assignment for the benefit of creditors by, or insolvency of any Obligor, or (5) an Event of Default under any Security Agreement executed in connection herewith.

Upon occurrence of any such event or at any time thereafter, Lender shall have the remedies of a secured party under Uniform Commercial Code of or real estate laws, as applicable to the security.

All Obligors waive protest of this note. If this note is not paid when due, all Obligors agree to pay all costs and expenses of collection, including reasonable attorneys' fees and legal expenses, all of which are secured by the Collateral. Any demand upon or notice to Maker shall be sufficiently served for all purposes if personally delivered or placed in the mail addressed to the address shown above or such other address as may be shown on Lender's records.

PRESENTMENT for payment, demand, notice of dishonor, protest, notice of protest and any homestead or personal property exemption allowed by the constitutions or laws of any state are hereby waived by the undersigned. Failure by the holder hereof to exercise any option granted it hereunder shall not constitute a waiver of future rights. The term "undersigned" as used herein shall include all makers, co-makers, endorsers, sureties and guarantors hereof.

THERE will be no pre-payment penalty on this Note.

IF DEFAULT is made in the payment specified herein, or any part thereof, and such default shall continue for a period of 10 days, then the holder hereof may, at its option, declare the whole sum then remaining unpaid immediately due and payable.

Maker

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What a Loan Form Is and when to use it

A Loan Form is a standardized document used to record the terms of a loan between a lender and a borrower, including principal, interest rate, payment schedule, collateral, and default remedies. Loan forms range from simple promissory notes for short-term loans to detailed commercial loan agreements with covenants and security instruments. They serve as the legal evidence of the debt, allocate rights and obligations, and support enforcement or collection if needed. Accurate completion, proper signatures, and retention are essential to preserve enforceability under ESIGN, UETA, and applicable state law.

Why a clear Loan Form matters

Using a clear Loan Form documents the parties' agreement, reduces disputes by setting payment and remedy expectations, and creates an evidentiary record for enforcement. Properly executed electronic signatures meet ESIGN and UETA requirements when intent, consent, attribution, and retention are satisfied.

Why a clear Loan Form matters

Who commonly completes Loan Forms

Loan forms are used by banks, credit unions, mortgage brokers, small businesses, and private lenders across consumer and commercial lending.

  • Banks and credit unions for consumer and business loans and servicing.
  • Small businesses for short-term financing and vendor credit arrangements frequently.
  • Private individuals for personal loans, peer-to-peer, family lending agreements.

Choose the Loan Form variant that matches the transaction complexity and legal requirements; consult counsel for secured or high-value loans.

Core elements every professional Loan Form should include

Core elements help ensure the Loan Form is legally sound and operationally clear across lending scenarios and enforceable in relevant jurisdictions.

Parties

Identify lender and borrower by full legal name, business entity type, and principal place of business; use exact names to match tax and registration records to avoid ambiguity.

Loan Terms

Specify principal amount, interest rate (fixed or variable), payment schedule, maturity date, prepayment terms, and late fee calculation with precise numeric values and formulas where applicable.

Security

Describe collateral, security interests, guarantees, UCC filing requirements, and steps the lender may take upon default; attach security agreements or schedules as exhibits and include filing jurisdiction and recording instructions.

Representations

List borrower representations and warranties about authority, solvency, accuracy of financial statements, absence of undisclosed liabilities, and compliance with applicable law, with timeframes and required disclosures.

Covenants

Include affirmative and negative covenants, reporting obligations, and financial covenants with measurement periods, triggers, and remedies for covenant breaches, such as minimum liquidity ratios and debt-to-equity limits.

Execution

Provide signature blocks for all parties, dates, notary or witness lines if required, and specify whether electronic signatures are permitted under ESIGN and relevant state law.

Essential fields to capture on the Loan Form

Loan Amount: Enter principal in USD with cents optional.
Interest Rate: Percentage per annum; include compounding method.
Maturity Date: Use MM/DD/YYYY format for final payment.
Payment Schedule: Specify frequency: monthly, quarterly, or other.
Security Description: Describe collateral with legal identifiers.
Borrower ID: Full legal name and taxpayer identification.

Step-by-step: complete and execute a Loan Form

Follow these steps to complete and execute a Loan Form correctly, whether signed electronically or on paper.

  • 01
    Gather Information: Collect IDs, tax IDs, and collateral details.
  • 02
    Draft Terms: Enter principal, rate, schedule, and default provisions.
  • 03
    Review & Certify: Have parties and counsel review for legal and tax compliance.
  • 04
    Execute: Sign, date, notarize or witness as required.

Where to file and who should receive the executed form

Typical submission paths depend on lender practices; include filing, recording, or delivery to counterparty and any secured filing authorities.

  • Lender Records: Store executed original in loan file and accounting systems.
  • County Recording: Record security instruments with county recorder when required.
  • Borrower Copy: Provide borrower a fully executed PDF or paper copy.
  • UCC Filing: File UCC-1 financing statement in debtor's jurisdiction.

How to configure an online Loan Form workflow

Configure an online workflow to prefill values, route signers, and enforce conditional fields for consistent loan form execution.

Field Configuration
Prefill Data Autofill borrower name, address, and tax ID from CRM.
Routing Order Set signature sequence: lender, guarantor, borrower.
Conditional Logic Show collateral section only if loan is secured.
Authentication Method Use email link, SMS OTP, or KBA for high-value loans.

Platform features to support secure signing and submission

Digital signing and eSubmission require platform features and integration options aligned with your compliance needs.

  • Formats: Accepts PDF, DOCX, and HTML.
  • Integrations: Connects with Salesforce, NetSuite, Microsoft 365.
  • Authentication: Supports SMS OTP, KBA, SSO.

Important dates to record on or alongside the Loan Form

Key dates associated with a Loan Form include execution, first payment, maturity, required filings, and tax reporting triggers for interest paid to payees.

Execution Date Recorded:

Date parties sign and date the agreement; use MM/DD/YYYY

First Payment Due Date:

Specify first installment due date and grace period

Maturity Date:

Final repayment date; triggers maturity remedies and balloon payments

UCC-1 Filing Deadline:

File promptly after execution to perfect security interest

Interest Reporting:

Lenders must report interest payments on 1099-INT as required

Penalties and immediate risks from incorrect Loan Forms

Unenforceable Terms: Ambiguous terms risk invalidation.
Incorrect Parties: Wrong legal names void obligations.
UCC Lapse: Failure to file forfeits priority.
Tax Reporting: Missed 1099s trigger IRC penalties.
Notary Failures: Improper notarization may delay recording.
Data Breach: Exposed PHI or PII creates HIPAA/CCPA risk.

Common preparation mistakes to avoid

  • Leaving blanks in numeric fields or payment schedules creates interpretation disputes and may allow the borrower to contest amounts or timing.
  • Using inconsistent names for a business (DBA versus legal name) complicates UCC filings and can prevent perfecting a security interest.
  • Failing to state governing law and venue leads to uncertainty in dispute resolution and added litigation expense for cross-jurisdictional loans.
  • Not obtaining explicit electronic signature consent for consumer-facing loans can undermine ESIGN compliance and affect enforceability.

Real examples of online Loan Form use

These cases show how organizations moved loan and financing paperwork online to improve execution and recordkeeping.

Martin Properties

Martin Properties moved its mortgage and loan execution online to reduce in-person closings and speed transaction completion across agents and clients.

  • Mobile signing allowed on-site execution.
  • The founder reported processing and executing documents entirely online with compliance and security, enabling faster closings and fewer scheduling conflicts while retaining original signed records for legal and audit purposes.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

Fertility Centers of Illinois standardized loan and financing agreements across clinics to ensure consistent patient financing disclosures and signature capture on multiple devices.

  • API integration streamlined document routing.
  • The director highlighted that integrated eSignature and API workflows reduced manual handling, maintained compliance with record retention requirements, and enabled staff to complete secure financing forms remotely without sacrificing auditability.

Comparing signNow pricing and basic feature signals

Vendor pricing and feature differences can affect per-document and per-user costs; this table compares core pricing and compliance signals for common eSignature platforms.

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Bulk Send Yes Varies Varies Varies Varies
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently asked questions about Loan Forms

Frequently asked questions address common execution, notarization, e-signature, and retention issues encountered when completing a Loan Form.


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