Lenders usually want to have collateral for the loans they provide to protect their interests in case the borrower defaults on the loan and can no longer pay back the amount that is due. A ...

Before signing a business loan agreement, make sure you understand all of the terms and conditions. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate ...

Jonathan Sigal, First Vice President of Loan Review, Senior Portfolio Officer, Wilshire State Bank It’s not unusual for borrowers to sign a loan agreement without understanding all of its provisions.

If you’re seeking a business loan, chances are you’re going to have some covenants written into the loan agreement. “Covenants are basically additional terms in a loan agreement, usually to set ...

Homebuyers in 2026 should look beyond interest rates and scrutinize loan agreements for other charges like processing fees, ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Thomas J. Brock is a CFA and CPA with more than 20 years of experience in various areas ...