Illinois Promissory Notes

Create a legally compliant Illinois promissory note that complies with state usury limits and includes all required provisions. Choose the note type that fits your lending situation, fill out the guided form, and download your professional PDF for $7.99.

Secured Promissory Note

For loans backed by collateral such as a vehicle, property, or equipment. The lender can seize the collateral if the borrower defaults.

Complies with Illinois usury limits (max 9%). Includes collateral description and default remedies.

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Unsecured Promissory Note

For loans based solely on the borrower's promise to pay, with no collateral pledged. Common for personal and family loans.

Illinois statute of limitations: 10 years. Max interest rate: 9%.

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Installment Promissory Note

For loans repaid in fixed periodic payments over a set term. Includes a detailed payment schedule with amounts and due dates.

Includes amortization-ready payment terms compliant with Illinois usury law (9% max rate).

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Demand Promissory Note

Payable in full when the lender demands repayment. No fixed schedule or maturity date. Common for informal arrangements.

Payable on demand under Illinois law. Includes usury savings clause and default provisions.

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Illinois Usury Law and Note Requirements

Max Interest Rate 9%

Rate Description 9% maximum for consumer loans under $25,000

Penalty for Exceeding Usury Limit Borrower can recover double the usurious interest

Statute of Limitations 10 years

Notarization Required Not required (recommended)

Witness Required Not required

Governing Agency Illinois Circuit Courts

Illinois usury law is governed by Illinois Circuit Courts. The maximum allowable interest rate is 9% (9% maximum for consumer loans under $25,000). Penalties for exceeding the usury limit include: Borrower can recover double the usurious interest. The statute of limitations for enforcing a promissory note in Illinois is 10 years. Notarization is not required but recommended. Our documents are designed to comply with Illinois law and include all required provisions.

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