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Perfected PMSI

When the required steps are met, a Purchase Money Security Interest (PMSI) can give a creditor a first or priority security interest in the goods, even if other secured parties hold prior perfected security interests in the same collateral. Download...

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EC: Properly Perfected UCC and Repossession

In this NCS Extra Credit installment, Diane Toth (UCC Specialist) answers “Can a properly perfected UCC really give me the right to repossess?”

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Types of Bonds in Construction Credit

The construction credit world is full of industry-specific terms and definitions; sometimes it’s hard to keep them all straight. “Bond” is one of...

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EC: Assignment of Lien and Bond Claim Rights

In this NCS Extra Credit installment, Jenna Burnett (Notice & Mechanic's Lien Specialist) discusses assigning mechanic's lien and bond claim rights.

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Top 5 Reasons to File UCCs

Are reducing your DSO, mitigating risk and improving working capital not enough reasons to file UCCs? Good thing we have 5 more reasons! Including,...

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EC: UCCs Have Priority Over 503(b)(9) Claims

In this NCS Extra Credit installment, Nikki Nevar (UCC Specialist) explains why a UCC has priority over 503(b)(9) claims.

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Proofs of Delivery & Bills of Lading and the Lien Process

Did you know, failure to obtain and save copies of these documents can jeopardize your position as a secured party? Without proof that your materials...

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Assignment of Mechanic's Lien & Bond Claim Rights

Mechanic's lien and bond claims may be assigned from one party another. However, whether assignment rights are available will vary by state and...

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503(b)(9) Claims Are No Match for UCC Filings

503(b)(9) claims are no match for UCC filings! In bankruptcy, a properly perfected security interest, in compliance with UCC Article 9, has priority...

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EC: Supplying Rental Equipment to a Construction Project

In this NCS Extra Credit installment, Clare Wilson (Notice & Lien Specialist) reviews how to secure your mechanic's lien rights when supplying rental...

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