Promissory Note in California

California Requirements

• Identify maker, payee, principal amount, interest rate, payment terms, and maturity date
• Personal-loan interest cap: 10% per year (Cal. Const. art. XV)
• Business/commercial cap: greater of 10% or Fed Discount Rate + 5% (with exemptions)
• Secured notes typically paired with deed of trust recorded at county recorder
• Statute of limitations: 4 years (written) under Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 337

How to Complete This Form

1. 1Obtain a blank quitclaim deed form that complies with your state's requirements.
2. 2Enter the full legal name and address of the grantor (the person transferring the property).
3. 3Enter the full legal name and address of the grantee (the person receiving the property).
4. 4Include the complete legal description of the property (obtained from the current deed or county records).
5. 5Sign the deed in the presence of a notary public and any required witnesses.
6. 6File the deed with the county recorder's office along with any required transfer tax forms and fees.
7. 7Keep a copy of the recorded deed for your records.

Promissory Note in Other States

Other Forms in California