Personal Guarantee Agreement

Business

Individual commitment to repay business or third-party debt if primary borrower defaults, creating personal liability beyond business assets for loan obligations.

Personal Guarantee Agreement

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Key Clauses

  • 1

    Recitals Whereas

    Defines recitals whereas terms and conditions.

  • 2

    Guarantee

    Creates unconditional personal obligation to pay debt if primary borrower defaults on obligations.

  • 3

    Nature Of Guarantee

    Specifies whether guarantee is continuing, limited, or conditional based on specific circumstances.

  • 4

    Waiver Of Defenses

    Eliminates guarantor's ability to claim certain legal defenses that might excuse guarantee obligation.

  • 5

    Limitation Of Guarantee

    Defines maximum liability amount, time limitations, or specific conditions limiting guarantee scope.

  • 6

    Termination

    Establishes procedures for ending guarantee obligation and releasing guarantor from future liability.

When You Need This

  • Securing business loan when company lacks sufficient credit history
  • Providing personal backing for corporate lease or equipment financing
  • Supporting family member's loan application with personal creditworthiness
  • Obtaining vendor credit terms requiring personal guarantee from business owner
  • Facilitating business acquisition financing with personal guarantee support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Personal Guarantee Agreement?

Individual commitment to repay business or third-party debt if primary borrower defaults, creating personal liability beyond business assets for loan obligations.

What should a Personal Guarantee Agreement include?

A comprehensive personal guarantee agreement should include: recitals whereas, guarantee, nature of guarantee, waiver of defenses, limitation of guarantee, termination.

When do I need a Personal Guarantee Agreement?

Securing business loan when company lacks sufficient credit history. Providing personal backing for corporate lease or equipment financing. Supporting family member's loan application with personal creditworthiness. Obtaining vendor credit terms requiring personal guarantee from business owner. Facilitating business acquisition financing with personal guarantee support.

Is this template legally binding?

Templates provide a strong starting point, but we recommend having important agreements reviewed by a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction to ensure they meet local legal requirements.

Can I customize this template?

Yes — all bracketed [placeholder] fields can be replaced with your specific information. You can also add, remove, or modify clauses to fit your particular situation.

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