Cons of a promissory note Limited legal recourse: While a promissory note is a legal document, enforcing repayment can be challenging if the borrower defaults. Interest costs: If the promissory note includes interest terms, the borrower will incur additional costs.
The assignor must agree to assign their rights and duties under the contract to the assignee. The assignee must agree to accept, or "assume," those contractual rights and duties. The other party to the initial contract must consent to the transfer of rights and obligations to the assignee.
At a bare minimum, an IOU should include the borrower's name, the lender's name, the amount of the debt, the current date, the date the debt is due, and the borrower's signature. In addition, it's recommended that IOUs contain: How the debt is to be repaid (lump sum or installments)