Montana Promissory Note
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A Montana Promissory Note is like an IOU, only a bit more official. It's like a pact between two buddies, where one lends cash to the other who vows to pay it back. It neatly puts down all important specifics, such as when to repay and the interest costs.
What is the Usury Rate for Montana?
In simple terms, a usury rate is like the speed limit for loan interest rates. If a lender tries to hit the gas beyond this limit, that's called "usury"—and it's a no-go legally. These limits can change from state to state, so knowing your local rules is crucial. By keeping the usury rate in mind, you're making sure you're borrowing smart and steering clear of any potential hiccups. So, it's definitely a useful figure to remember, especially if you're thinking about securing a loan for your business.
For Montana, the maximum legal rate of interest is 15%; or 6% above the rate published by the Federal Reserve System, whichever is greater. (Mont. Code Ann. § 31-1-107)
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What's included in a Montana Promissory Note?
Here are some key components that are typically included in a Montana Promissory Note:
- Amount and Terms of the Loan
- Closing and Delivery
- Representations, Warranties the Company
- Organization, Good Standing and Qualification
- Corporate Power
- Authorization
- Compliance with Laws
- Use of Proceeds
1. Amount and Terms of the Loan
"The Loan" part neatly spells out just how much dough you're lending to the company. This nugget is key because it brings clarity to the table and flags protection for you and the company. To wrap this section up, just pop the loan amount into the empty slot. And don't miss "Exhibit A"—that's where the promissory note resides, serving as the written vow and proof of the loan.
In plain terms—this essential piece places a spotlight on the cash you're pitching in, laying a clear base for your promissory note pact.
The Loan. Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Purchaser agrees to lend to the Company at the Closing $_________ (“Loan Amount”) against the issuance and delivery by the Company of a promissory note for such amount, attached as EXHIBIT A (“Note”).
2. Closing and Delivery
The CLOSING AND DELIVERY segment wraps up the last bits of your promissory note deal. For Closing, you'll pinpoint when the transaction becomes a done deal. You and the company can hash out a date together—it doesn't have to be the day the contract is inked.
As for Delivery, it's all about the swap: the borrower hands over the cash to the company, and in return, the company dishes out the signed promissory note, spelling out the borrower's promise to repay. This friendly back-and-forth keeps everything out in the open and reminds everyone to stay committed.
CLOSING AND DELIVERY
Closing. The closing of the sale and purchase of the Notes (the “Closing”) will be held on the Effective Date, or at such other time as the Company and Purchasers may mutually agree (such date is referred to as the “Closing Date”).
Delivery. At the Closing (i) Purchaser will deliver to the Company a check or wire transfer funds in the amount of the Loan Amount; and (ii) the Company will issue and deliver to Purchaser a Note in favor of Purchaser payable in the principal amount of Purchaser’s Loan Amount.
3. Representation, Warranties The Company
This part contains the company's promises about being honest with the important nitty-gritty. They have to stick to the truth here—they're legally tied, after all—to dodge any legal headaches. Chip in details about the company's financial state, how it runs, or any other legal stuff. Trust and clarity in your agreement hinge on getting this part right.
a. Organization, Good Standing and Qualification
The Organization, Good Standing and Qualification chunk gives a thumbs-up to the company's official standing. Pop in the state where the company's set up to keep things running slick and spark trust between folks involved.
Organization, Good Standing and Qualification. The Company is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of [State]. The Company has the requisite corporate power to own and operate its properties and assets and to carry on its business as now conducted and as proposed to be conducted. The Company is duly qualified and is authorized to do business and is in good standing as a foreign corporation in all jurisdictions in which the nature of its activities and of its properties (both owned and leased) makes such qualification necessary, except for those jurisdictions in which failure to do so would not have a material adverse effect on the Company or its business.
b. Corporate Power
The Corporate Power part is like a thumbs-up to the company's legal capacity to follow through with this deal and keep its promises. In simple words, it's like saying, "Yep, our company is legally set to make this deal happen." This is super important for brewing trust and for keeping things on the right side of the law. So, make sure this little piece is part of your agreement and everyone’s on the same page.
Corporate Power. The Company has all requisite corporate power to execute and deliver this Agreement, to issue the Note and to carry out and perform its obligations under the terms of the Note.
c. Authorization
The Authorization bit is there to guarantee that the company's shareholders are on board and everything's legal with the note. It's a key piece of your contract that acts as a confirmation that all needed company moves have been made. This segment is like a safety net for everyone involved and lays down a sturdy base for your agreement.
Authorization. All corporate action has been taken on the part of the Company, its directors and its stockholders necessary for the authorization of the Note and the execution, delivery and performance of all obligations of the Company under the Note. The Note, when executed and delivered by the Company, will constitute valid and binding obligations of the Company enforceable in accordance with its terms, subject to laws of general application relating to bankruptcy, insolvency, the relief of debtors.
d. Compliance with Laws
The Compliance with Laws portion is like your company's vow it's not intentionally skipping any rules that could spell trouble for its operations. Plugging in this bit gives everyone a cozy feeling that your company is all in for doing things by the book.
Compliance with Laws. To its knowledge, the Company is not in violation of any applicable statute, rule, regulation, order or restriction of any domestic or foreign government or any instrumentality or agency in respect of the conduct of its business or the ownership of its properties, which violation would materially and adversely affect the business, assets, liabilities, financial condition or operations of the Company.
e. Use of Proceeds
The Use of Proceeds part makes it crystal clear that the loan is purely for business, not your personal splurge. Hammering home this important detail is key to keeping things honest and holding onto that trust with your lenders.
Use of Proceeds. The Company will use the proceeds of the Note for the operations of its business, and not for any personal, family or household purpose.
Can a promissory note be used without a mortgage?
Definitely, a promissory note and a mortgage aren't rooted together. Think of a promissory note as a friendly promise set in stone—it sketches out your loan's rules—while a mortgage is your safety net, securing the loan with stuff like property. Promissory notes ace both the secured and unsecured loan game, so you can totally have a promissory note flying solo—bereft of a mortgage—which would be an unsecured loan in the lineup. A mortgage, however, usually can't exist without a promissory note to back it—that note jots down how you'll repay the loan and packs your promise to square the debt.
How do you collect from a promissory note?
To cash in on a promissory note, tally up everything due—interest and fees, too. Drop the debtor a friendly written reminder. If they still won't cough up the cash, ponder taking legal steps. Gather your paperwork, scout for legal advice—each area plays by its own rule book. Remember, no hounding the debtor—that could backfire. Reach out to a lawyer, sidestepping any slip-ups along the way.