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Survey: Securitization on A/R During the Pandemic

The CRF surveyed the use and impact of securitization (UCCs, mechanic’s lien, etc.) on A/R during the pandemic. Here's what they found.
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UCC 9-503(a) and a Creditor’s Security Interest

The spelling of your debtor's name on the UCC filing matters. Welcome to today’s edition of “The Tractors & Tribulations of UCC 9-503"!
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Wyoming House Bill Further Defines a Digital Asset

Wyoming recently defined a digital asset and identified it as an intangible under UCC Article 9. That means a UCC filing could protect you!
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UCC Terminated on Geringhoff NS 1230F Corn Head

UCC Terminated without Authorization

To have a UCC filing terminated without authorization is unfortunate; to have it happen twice? Well, that’s downright frustrating. What now?
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Revive a UCC Filing

Can You Revive a UCC Filing?

Can a UCC be “revived” if you knowingly fail to timely file an amendment for a debtor’s name change? Odds aren't good! Let's learn more here.
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Malls and Tickle-Up Effects of Retail Bankruptcies

Retail bankruptcies are on the rise and the impacts aren’t limited to suppliers of inventory and the retail employees. Who else is in danger?
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UCC Filing: Right of Repossession Without a Breach

Can you afford the risk if one of your customers defaults? What if 5 of your customers default? Don’t get burnt – get the dough! File a UCC.
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Equipment UCC Filings Best Practices

Selling equipment? You should consider protecting your receivable with a Purchase Money Security Interest (PMSI) filing. Here's why!
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Your Credit-Granting Processes & COVID-19

We recently asked our clients whether the pandemic is impacting credit-granting processes & the proactive steps they're taking to secure A/R.
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What Happens if You List the Wrong Debtor Name in Kansas?

The details of Kansas UCC filings could be the difference in recovering hundreds of thousands and collecting pennies, or worse.
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Personal Guarantee Enhanced by UCC Filing

PGs are an effective and popular credit tool; however, there are some things to take into consideration. Here's what you should consider!
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Your Credit Management Arsenal & COVID-19

If you extend credit, you are vulnerable to risk. This vulnerability grows exponentially in the midst of tragic events, such as the pandemic.