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SECURITY AGREEMENT

THIS SECURITY AGREEMENT is executed on the day of , 20 , by and between and , "Borrowers" and , "Lender".

Recitals

A. and ("Borrowers"), are indebted to the Lender in the sum of $ (the "Loan") under a Promissory Note executed on the same date as this Agreement.

B. The Lender has required as a condition to making the Loan to the Borrowers that (among other things) the Borrowers execute this Security Agreement.

Agreement

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals, the sum of $10.00 in hand paid by the Lender to the Borrower, and other valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Borrower and Lender hereby agree as follows:

1. Liability Secured. This Agreement is entered into as security for the following (hereinafter referred to as the "Liabilities"):

(a) the payment of the Loan evidenced by the Note, and every extension or renewal thereof;

(b) all other indebtedness, obligations (including obligations of performance) and liabilities of the Borrowers, or any of them, to the Lender of every kind, type and description whatsoever, direct or indirect, absolute or contingent, due or to become due, now existing or hereafter incurred, contracted or arising, or acquired by the Lender from any source, joint or several, liquidated or unliquidated, regardless of how they arise or by what agreement or instrument they may be evidenced or whether they are evidenced by any agreement or instrument, and whether incurred as maker, endorser, surety, guarantor or otherwise, together with all interest thereon and any and all renewals and extensions of any of the same; and

(c) the Borrowers' compliance with all stipulations, agreements, representations and warranties contained in this agreement.

2. Granting Clause. As security for the Loan, the Borrowers do hereby grant, pledge, transfer, sell, assign, convey and deliver to the Lender, and do grant to the Lender a security interest in, all of the right, title and interest of such Borrowers, in, to and under the following (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Collateral"):

(a)

(b) All proceeds of any of the foregoing, after acquired property and accounts receivable.

3. Security. The security granted by this agreement shall at all time be maintained at .

4. Warranties of Title, etc. The Borrowers hereby: (a) covenant with the Lender, its successors and assigns, that the Borrowers are the lawful and absolute owner of the Collateral and have a good right to sell, assign, convey and grant a security interest in the same and that the Collateral is free and clear of all encumbrances and security interests (other than that of the Lender); (b) warrant and covenant to forever defend the title of the Collateral unto the Lender, its successors and assigns, against the claims of all person whomsoever, whether lawful or unlawful; (c) warrant that no financing statement covering any of the Collateral or any proceeds therefrom is on file at any public office; (d) agree, promptly upon request for the Lender to join with the Lender in executing one or more financing statements pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code in form satisfactory to the Lender and to pay the cost of filing the same in all public offices wherever filing is deemed necessary or prudent by the Lender; (e) authorize the Lender to correct any and all patent errors in the typewritten or handwritten portion of this agreement or any documents executed in connection herewith; and (f) agree to pledge, assign, and deliver to the Lender any additional certificates, instruments, securities and documents hereafter constituting part of the Collateral immediately upon the acquisition thereof by the Borrowers.

5. Negative Pledge. The Borrowers and each of them warrant and represent that they will not, without the prior consent of the Lender, pledge or grant any security interest in any of the Collateral to anyone except the Lender, permit any lien or encumbrance to attach to any of the Collateral or any levy to be made thereon or any financing statement or security interest (except those to the Lender) to be on file with respect thereto.

6. Taxes and Assessments. The Borrowers agree to pay all taxes, rents, assessments and charges levied against the Collateral and all other claims that are or may become liens against the Collateral, or any part thereof, and should default be made in the payment of the same, the Lender, as its option, may pay the same.

7. Collection of Collateral. At any time, upon notice to the Borrowers, the Lender may notify the Borrower to make all payments and distributions in connection with the Collateral, whether in cash or other assets, directly to the Lender and to accept the receipt of the Lender therefor. In the event that, after such notice has been given, either of the Borrowers receive monies due under or in connection with the Collateral, such Borrower(s) shall forthwith pay over and deliver the same to the Lender in the identical form received and until so paid over and delivered shall hold the same in trust for the Lender and shall not commingle the same with any funds or assets of such Borrower. The Borrowers agree promptly upon demand by the Lender to take any and all further actions and execute any and all further documents required by the Lender of the Borrowers in order to effect immediate payment of such amounts, properties and assets to the Lender.

8. Waiver of Exemption, etc. As against the Liabilities the Borrowers and each of them waive all rights of exemption under the Constitution and laws of the State of or any other jurisdiction and agree to pay all cost of collection and enforcement hereof, and reasonable attorneys' fees, if the Liabilities are not paid at maturity or any other Event of Default occurs hereunder.

9. Non-Waiver. It is agreed that no delay in exercising any right or option given or granted hereby to the Lender shall be construed as a waiver thereof; nor shall a single or partial exercise of any other right, power or privilege. The Lender may permit the Borrowers to remedy any default without waiving the default so remedied, and the Lender may waive any default without waiving any other subsequent or prior default by the Borrowers.

10. Events of Default. As used in this agreement, the terms "default" or "Event of Default" shall mean the occurrence or happening of any one of the following events, circumstances or conditions:

(a) Violation or default in the observance or performance of any term, agreement, covenant, condition or stipulation contained or referred to in this agreement or in any document executed in connection with this agreement or in any note, endorsement, guaranty or other document evidencing any of the Liabilities secured by this agreement, including, without limitations, the Loan Note, and any and all other documents executed in connection with the Loan; or

(b) The occurrence of an Event of Default under the Promissory Note.

11. Acceleration of Liabilities. Upon the occurrence of any Event of Default, the Lender shall have the right without further notice to the Borrowers to declare the entire unpaid balance of the Liabilities, with accrued interest thereon, immediately due and payable.

12. Secured Party's Right After Default. Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default under this agreement, the Lender shall have, in addition to any other rights under this agreement or under applicable law, the right without notice to the Borrowers to take any or all of the following actions at the same or at different times: (a) to collect all Collateral in the Borrowers' name and take control of any cash or non-cash proceeds of Collateral; (b) to enforce payment of any Collateral, to prosecute any action or proceeding with respect to the Collateral, to extend the time of payment of any and all Collateral, to make allowance and adjustments with respect thereto and to issue credits in the name of the Borrower; (c) to settle, compromise, extend, renew, release, terminate or discharge, in whole or in part, any Collateral or deal with the same as the Lender may deem advisable; (d) without notice or advertisement, to sell, assign and deliver the Collateral or any other property held by the Lender, at public or private sale, for cash, upon credit or otherwise at the sole option and discretion of Lender and to bid or become purchaser at any such sale; and (e) to exercise, in addition to all other rights and remedies of a Lender upon default under the Uniform Commercial Code. The net cash proceeds resulting from the exercise of any of the foregoing rights, after deducting all charges, expenses, cost and attorneys' fees relating thereto, including any and all costs and expenses incurred in securing the possession of Collateral and preparing the same for sale, shall be applied by the Lender to the payment of the Liabilities, whether due or to become due, in such order and in such proportions as the Lender may elect, and Borrowers shall remain jointly and severally liable to the Lender for any deficiency.

13. Attorney-in-Fact After Default. At any time after the occurrence of an Event of Default, the Lender or any other person serving as the attorney-in-fact for either of the under Section 7 of this agreement, shall have all or any of the following powers: (a) to exercise all of such Borrowers' rights and remedies with respect to the collection of the Collateral; (b) to settle, adjust, compromise, extend, renew, discharge, terminate or release the Collateral in whole or in part; (c) to sell or assign the Collateral upon such terms, for such amounts and at such time or times as the Lender deems advisable; (d) to take control, in any manner, of any item of payment on, or proceeds of the Collateral; (e) to use the information recorded on or contained in any data processing equipment and computer hardware and software relating to the Collateral to which such Borrowers have access; and (f) to do all acts and things necessary , in the Lender's sole judgment, to carry out the purpose of this Agreement.

14. Other Provisions Regarding Remedies on Default. With respect to the Lender's rights and remedies on default under this agreement:

(a) Written notice, when required by law, given to the Borrowers as set forth in Section 19 below at least 5 calendar days (counting the day of sending) before the date of a proposed disposition of the Collateral is reasonable notice to the Borrowers.

(b) The Borrowers agree to reimburse the Lender for any expense incurred by the Lender in protecting or enforcing its rights under the agreement, including, without limitation, all expenses of disposing of the Collateral, together with court costs and reasonable attorneys' fees. After deductions of such expenses, the Lender may apply the proceeds of the disposition of the Collateral to any one or more of the Liabilities, as well as to any other indebtedness, obligation or liability of the Borrowers to the Lender secured hereby, in such order and amounts as the Lender elects.

(c) The Lender shall not be obligated to resort to any other collateral or security now held or hereafter given to the Lender to secure the Liabilities or to seek recovery from the Borrowers of said debts but may, upon default, at the Lender's sole election, proceed to enforce its rights as to the Collateral hereunder.

15. Successor and Assigns. All covenants and agreements herein made by the Borrowers shall bind them and their respective successors and assigns, and every option, right and privilege herein reserved or granted to the Lender shall inure to the benefit of and may be exercised by the Lender's successors or assigns.

16. Governing Law. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of , except as required by mandatory provisions of law.

17. Modification, etc. No modification, amendment or waiver of any provision of this agreement, any note secured hereby, nor consent to any departure by the Borrowers therefrom shall in any event be effective unless the same shall be in writing and signed by the Lender and then such waiver or consent shall be effective only in the specific instance and for the purpose for which given. No notice to or demand on the Borrowers shall entitle either of them to any other or further notice or demand in the same, similar or other circumstances.

18. Further Assurances. The Borrowers will take such action as my be necessary to protect and maintain a continuously perfected security interest of the Lender in the Collateral, including, without limitation, the filing of such financing statements and other instruments in such detail as, in the opinion of the Lender and its counsel may be necessary to create or maintain a perfected security interest therein.

19. Notices. Any request, demand or notices provided in this agreement to be given by either party hereto to the other shall be conclusively deemed to have been given when the same shall have been deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the party to whom such request, demand or notice is directed, at the following address, or delivered by hand to such party at such address:

(a) if to the Borrower, or either of them, at:

(b) if to the Lender, at:

IN WITNESS WHEREFORE, each of the undersigned has executed this agreement on the day and year first above written.

Borrower:

Borrower:

Lender:

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

PERSONALLY appeared before me, the undersigned authority in and for the jurisdiction aforesaid, the within named (“Borrower”), and (“Borrower”), who acknowledged to me that they signed, executed and delivered the above and foregoing instrument of writing on the day and year therein mentioned, having been first authorized so to do.

GIVEN under my hand and official seal this the day of , 20.

_________________________________

NOTARY PUBLIC

MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:

_________________________

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

PERSONALLY appeared before me, the undersigned authority in and for the jurisdiction aforesaid, the within named (“Lender”) who acknowledged to me that he/she signed, executed and delivered the above and foregoing instrument of writing on the day and year therein mentioned, having been first authorized so to do.

GIVEN under my hand and official seal this the day of , 20.

_________________________________

NOTARY PUBLIC

MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:

_________________________

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What a Security Agreement Is and When It Applies

A Security Agreement is a written contract in which a borrower grants a lender a security interest in specified collateral to secure repayment of a debt or performance of an obligation. It describes the collateral, identifies the parties, states the obligations secured, and sets out remedies on default. Security Agreements are commonly used alongside promissory notes and often serve as the primary document that a lender relies on to perfect rights by filing a UCC-1 financing statement where required.

Why a Proper Security Agreement Matters

A clear Security Agreement establishes priority, preserves remedies on default, and reduces litigation risk by documenting the collateral and parties’ rights under UCC rules and applicable state law.

Why a Proper Security Agreement Matters

Who Typically Prepares and Signs a Security Agreement

Lenders, borrowers, and their counsel commonly prepare Security Agreements to document secured credit arrangements quickly and consistently.

  • Commercial lenders and banks managing secured loan portfolios and collateral enforcement processes.
  • Small-business owners and commercial borrowers granting collateral for working capital or equipment loans.
  • Outside counsel and in-house legal teams drafting tailored collateral descriptions and enforcement provisions.

Proper completion reduces filing errors, protects priority interests, and streamlines future enforcement or collateral disposition.

Typical Signatories and Their Roles

Lender — Loan Officer

A commercial loan officer or institutional lender signs to accept the secured interest, confirm the loan terms, and trigger perfection steps such as UCC-1 filing and any required notices to third parties.

Borrower — Business Owner

The borrower (an individual, LLC, or corporation) signs to grant the security interest, represent clear title to collateral, and acknowledge default remedies; corporate signers should confirm authority and attach corporate resolutions when applicable.

Core Elements to Include in a Professional Security Agreement

A complete Security Agreement combines legal precision and practical detail to ensure the security interest is enforceable and the collateral is clearly identified.

Parties

Full legal names and organizational types of secured party and debtor with principal addresses and organizational identifiers.

Recitals

Background statements describing the loan, related instruments (e.g., promissory note), and the purpose of the security interest.

Collateral Description

Detailed description of collateral (specific, or catch-all 'all assets' language) including serial numbers, account types, or inventory categories.

Obligations Secured

Clear statement of debts, obligations, and contingencies secured by the agreement, including cure periods and cross-default language.

Perfection Steps

References to UCC-1 filing, possession, control, or notices required to perfect the security interest and priority rules.

Remedies

Default events, rights to dispose of collateral, notice requirements, and deficiency/recovery provisions.

Essential Information to Provide

Debtor Name: Exact legal name
Secured Party: Legal entity name
Collateral Scope: Specific or blanket
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Obligation Amount: Principal or description
Governing Law: State name

Step-by-Step: Completing a Security Agreement

Follow this sequence to prepare a clear, enforceable Security Agreement and to coordinate perfection steps with filing authorities or trustees.

  • 01
    Identify Parties: Enter exact legal names and business types as on formation documents.
  • 02
    Describe Collateral: Use specific identifiers; include inventory categories and serial numbers when available.
  • 03
    State Obligations: Set out secured debts, payment terms, and contingencies with precision.
  • 04
    Coordinate Perfection: Plan UCC-1 filing or possession/control steps immediately after signing.

Configuring an Online Security Agreement Workflow

Set up an electronic workflow to collect signatures, attach exhibits, and trigger perfection tasks in a repeatable, auditable sequence.

Field Configuration
Signature Order Sequential or parallel signer order
Authentication Level Email, SMS, or knowledge-based
Attachment Handling Required exhibits uploaded and versioned
Post-Sign Actions Auto-generate UCC-1 draft or notify filing agent

Typical Routing and Filing Flow

A coordinated flow ensures signatures are captured, collateral exhibits attached, and perfection filings completed in the correct sequence.

  • Upload Document: Prepare the agreement and any exhibits for signature.
  • Place Fields: Add signature, initial, and date fields for each party.
  • Invite Signers: Send email or link with required authentication.
  • File UCC-1: File financing statement promptly after execution to secure priority.

Digital Signing Requirements and Platform Notes

Electronic completion should preserve intent, attribution, and an auditable record consistent with ESIGN/UETA requirements.

  • Authentication Options: Email, SMS, KBA, or SSO
  • Audit Trail: IP, timestamp, and events
  • Export Formats: PDF, DOCX, and audit report

Key Timing Considerations and Recommended Deadlines

Timely signing and perfection protect priority; coordinate execution dates with filing agents and any required third-party notices.

Execution Date:

Date parties sign the agreement

Perfection Filing:

File UCC-1 promptly after execution to claim priority

Notice Windows:

Provide any required notices prior to collateral disposition

Renewal/Continuation:

File continuation before UCC lapse in applicable jurisdiction

Record Retention:

Retain signed copies per retention rules below

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Using an incorrect debtor name or trade name that does not match public formation records, which can invalidate perfection or priority.
  • Vague collateral descriptions that fail to identify assets clearly, leading to disputes over what was actually secured.
  • Neglecting to coordinate UCC-1 filing timing with execution, risking another creditor obtaining prior filing priority.
  • Failing to attach or incorporate related loan documents, such as the promissory note or guaranty, which can complicate enforcement.

Risks and Legal Consequences of an Incorrect Agreement

Loss of Priority: Alternate creditors may gain superior claims
Enforcement Delay: Court orders or injunctions possible
Invalid Perfection: UCC-1 defects can invalidate security
Tax Consequences: Unintended collateral transfer taxes
Regulatory Risk: Industry rules may impose fines
Reputational Harm: Loss of lender confidence

Real-World Security Agreement Examples

These examples show practical uses and client results when Security Agreements are properly executed and coordinated with filings.

Optica Ventures — COO

Optica used a standardized Security Agreement for recurring equipment financing

  • streamlined approvals across subsidiaries
  • The simple, clear form reduced turnaround time and made filings consistent across states.

Martin Properties — Founder

A property management lender executed Security Agreements with detailed fixture descriptions

  • combined with prompt UCC-1 filings
  • The lender avoided competing claims during a borrower insolvency and enforced remedies efficiently.

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Completion

Follow these best practices to minimize errors and accelerate perfection of secured interests.

Confirm Legal Names
Verify debtor and secured party names with formation records or government filings; mismatches are the most common cause of UCC filing rejections and priority disputes.
Be Specific About Collateral
Include serial numbers, account identifiers, and categories. When in doubt, attach exhibits listing assets to avoid ambiguity during enforcement.
Coordinate Filings
File the UCC-1 financing statement promptly after execution, and check state filing office procedures to ensure proper jurisdiction and indexing.
Keep a Complete Audit Trail
Retain signed originals or certified electronic copies, plus an audit report showing signer identity, timestamps, and any authentication steps used.

How a Security Agreement Differs from Related Instruments

Compare standard documents used to secure obligations to decide which best matches your transaction structure and filing needs.

Document Type | Primary Purpose | Typical Filing Security Agreement Grant security interest UCC-1 financing statement
Mortgage | Real property security | County recording
Deed of Trust | Lender trust in property | County recording
Promissory Note | Evidence of debt only | Typically not recorded
UCC-1 Financing Statement | Perfects security interest | State filing office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Security Agreements

Answers to common questions about enforceability, filing, and digital execution of Security Agreements in the United States.


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