Before you enter into a promissory note as either a lender or borrower, there are several items that should be considered. In this article, we explore the key legal considerations for lenders and borrowers when drafting enforceable promissory notes.Promissory notes are essential legal instruments used in real estate transactions to formalize the terms of a loan or debt. All you need to know about promissory notes. Use our builder or a free customizable template for home, car, or business Loan. This document is a promissory note and chattel mortgage between a borrower and Priority1 Lending Corp. This document summarizes a court case regarding a chattel mortgage. The plaintiff Buenaventura Saldana had executed a chattel mortgage in 1953 to secure a debt. One of the easiest ways to document a loan is through the use of a promissory note.