The Bottom Line Chattel mortgages are a little-known but potentially good option if you're looking to finance a manufactured home or heavy equipment. These loans are smaller than conventional loans and tend to have higher rates, but they have shorter terms and quicker payoffs.
LTO MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 17 of the said manual of operations provides that “In all dealings or transactions on motor vehicles, a chattel mortgage or release thereof shall first be registered with the office of the Register of Deeds before any registration transaction is effected.”
The best chattel mortgage rates generally start from around 7.50% p.a. but can range up to 15% p.a. or higher for some borrowers. To get the best rate — i.e. the lowest rate — a borrower will want to present as little risk to the lender as possible.