
The Promissory Note: A Binding Promise or a Fancy IOU?
Imagine lending your friend $500 to start his artisanal chocolates business. You trust him, but you also remember that time he “forgot” to return your favorite Tupperware. Enter the promissory note—a document that says, “I trust you, but let’s put it in writing.” What Exactly Is a Promissory Note? A promissory note is a written … Continued