Get Form Ucc1 - Ucc Financing Statement

Completing the Form UCC1, also known as the UCC Financing Statement, is an important process for lawfully establishing a security interest in collateral. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions to help you successfully fill out the form online.

Follow the steps to complete the UCC Financing Statement effortlessly.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your chosen editor.
2. Begin by entering the Debtor's name in item 1. Ensure that you are using the exact name as per statutory guidance, including either the organization’s name (1a) or the individual’s name (1b). If the individual’s name exceeds the character limit, leave item 1 blank and utilize the Financing Statement Addendum (Form UCC1Ad) for the complete name.
3. For item 1a, if the Debtor is an organization, input the official name including any necessary corporate designations. If it is an individual in item 1b, write their surname, first name, and any additional name(s) as required.
4. Enter the mailing address of the Debtor in item 1c, ensuring it is complete and correct.
5. If there are additional Debtors, complete item 2 in the same manner as item 1. Make sure to determine and format the names as instructed.
6. In item 3, provide the name and mailing address of the Secured Party. If there are multiple Secured Parties, be prepared to attach additional forms as necessary.
7. Specify the collateral in item 4. If the description is too lengthy, continue on the addendum or attach additional pages, clearly referencing them.
8. If applicable, check the box in item 5 if the collateral is held in a trust or administered by a decedent’s personal representative.
9. Indicate any special circumstances in item 6, such as if the financing statement relates to a Public-Finance Transaction or involves an Agricultural Lien.
10. Complete any optional fields, such as Alternative Designation in item 7 and Optional Filer Reference Data in item 8, if desired.
11. Once all sections are complete, review the form carefully for accuracy. You must save your changes, and you have the option to download, print, or share the finished form as needed.

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