Please note that this is only a standard agreement that should be adapted and improved to meet the specific requirements and agreements of the parties. This means you can set your own interest rates, contractual terms and repayment agreements. comparis.ch assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or adequacy of the standard contract. If you are unsure how to write the contract or are concerned about the legal consequences, we advise you to seek legal advice. Can I write a personal credit contract between family members? A: A private loan contract does not have to be certified to be legally applicable. However, it can be very helpful to have a witness if you have to force the repayment of the private loan. The interest on a loan is paid by the state from which it originates and it is subject to the usury rates laws of the state. The usury rate varies from each state, so it is important to know the interest rate before the borrower is subject to an interest rate. In this example, our loan comes from the State of New York, which has a maximum usury rate of 16% that we will use. If you are unable or unwilling to obtain guarantees for a standard loan, a private loan may be a viable option, as personal loans can be granted without collateral. Use the LawDepot credit agreement model for business transactions, student education, real estate purchases, down payments or personal credits between friends and family. Standard loan agreements often contain guarantees for debt. Security is an asset that can expire if the borrower is late in paying the loan.

NOTE: This agreement should not be governed by the Consumer Credit Act of 1974, which requires companies that lend money to consumers to receive a licence from the Fair Trade Office. This agreement is not intended for consumption; Trade without a permit is punishable and may result in a fine and/or imprisonment. Loan Amount – The total amount lent to the borrower must be disclosed. The agreement does not provide for interest on the loan. You will find such an agreement under private loan contract (with interest).