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Promissory Note.

Customize a Promissory Note: principal, interest, repayment schedule, default terms.

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When to use

Right for these situations.

When to use
Friend or family member is lending

Both want clear terms.

When to use
Founder is lending to the company

Member loan.

When to use
A vendor is financing a purchase

Documentation required.

When to use
Bridge debt before next equity round

Pending fundraise.

Common mistakes

What to avoid.

Mistake
No written documentation

Verbal loans hard to enforce.

Mistake
Below AFR interest

IRS may impute interest for related-party loans.

Mistake
No maturity date

Indefinite obligations may not be enforceable.

Mistake
Vague default terms

Define events of default.

FAQ

Common questions.

What is AFR?
Applicable Federal Rate. Minimum rate for related-party loans.
Notarize?
Generally not required.
Promissory vs convertible note?
Promissory: pure debt. Convertible: converts to equity.
Tax treatment?
Interest expense deductible to borrower; income taxable to lender.

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