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Unsecured Loan Note for Australia

Unsecured Loan Note Template for Australia

This document is an Australian law-governed Unsecured Loan Note that establishes the terms and conditions for an unsecured lending arrangement between a lender and borrower. It details the loan amount, interest rates, repayment terms, and obligations of the parties without requiring specific collateral as security. The document incorporates relevant requirements under Australian financial services law, including the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 (Cth) where applicable, and provides mechanisms for default management and dispute resolution. It serves as a legally binding agreement that protects both the lender's interests in recovering the loan and the borrower's rights under Australian law.

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What is a Unsecured Loan Note?

The Unsecured Loan Note is a fundamental financial instrument used in Australian business and lending practices when parties wish to document a loan arrangement without securing it against specific assets. This document is particularly useful for businesses with strong credit profiles, related-party transactions, or situations where taking security is impractical or unnecessary. It complies with Australian financial services regulations and contract law principles, incorporating essential provisions for loan amount, interest calculations, repayment terms, and default scenarios. The document is designed to be adaptable for various lending scenarios while maintaining enforceability under Australian law, whether used in commercial, corporate, or sophisticated private lending contexts. It provides a clear framework for unsecured lending while protecting both lender and borrower interests through comprehensive terms and conditions.

What sections should be included in a Unsecured Loan Note?

1. Parties: Identifies and defines the Lender and Borrower with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Briefly outlines the context of the loan and the parties' intention to enter into the loan arrangement

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defines key terms used throughout the document and sets out interpretation rules

4. Loan Amount and Purpose: Specifies the principal amount and permitted use of the loan funds

5. Interest: Details the interest rate, calculation method, and payment frequency

6. Repayment Terms: Specifies repayment schedule, method of payment, and prepayment provisions

7. Representations and Warranties: Standard declarations by the Borrower about their legal capacity and financial condition

8. Events of Default: Lists circumstances that constitute default and consequences thereof

9. Notices: Specifies how formal communications between parties should be made

10. General Provisions: Contains standard boilerplate clauses including governing law, assignment, and amendments

What sections are optional to include in a Unsecured Loan Note?

1. Financial Covenants: Include when specific financial ratios or conditions need to be maintained by the Borrower

2. Guarantor Provisions: Required when a third party is guaranteeing the loan

3. Information Covenants: Include when regular financial reporting is required from the Borrower

4. Tax Provisions: Include when specific tax arrangements or withholding tax provisions are necessary

5. Change of Control: Include for corporate borrowers where ownership changes might affect the loan

6. Currency Provisions: Required when the loan involves multiple currencies

7. Set-off Rights: Include when the lender requires the right to set off against other accounts

8. Subordination Provisions: Include when the loan needs to be subordinated to other debt

What schedules should be included in a Unsecured Loan Note?

1. Repayment Schedule: Detailed table of repayment dates and amounts

2. Calculation of Interest: Detailed methodology for interest calculations and examples

3. Form of Drawdown Notice: Template for requesting disbursement of loan funds

4. Form of Compliance Certificate: Template for periodic compliance reporting if required

5. Conditions Precedent: List of documents and conditions required before loan effectiveness

6. Permitted Payment Dates: Calendar of acceptable payment dates and any blackout periods

7. Contact Details: Detailed contact information for all parties and their authorized representatives

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Australia

Publisher

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Document Type

Promissory Note

Sector

Banking

Cost

Free to use
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