16/08/2026
1. Loan Agreement
A Loan Agreement is a legal contract between a lender and borrower under which the lender agrees to provide a specified amount of money, and the borrower agrees to repay the amount according to agreed terms, including interest, instalments, tenure, and consequences of default.
Key Points:
* Defines the loan amount and repayment terms.
* Specifies interest rate, tenure and instalments.
* May be secured or unsecured.
* Security, if any, may include property or other assets.
* In case of default, the lender can take contractual/legal recovery measures.
Simple meaning:
Loan Agreement = Agreement to lend and repay money.
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2. Mortgage Agreement
A Mortgage Agreement/Deed of Mortgage is a legal arrangement in which the borrower creates a security interest/right in immovable property in favour of the lender to secure repayment of a loan or other debt.
Key Points:
* A specific immovable property is offered as security.
* Creates a legal mortgage/security interest in favour of the lender.
* Contains the terms of the secured loan and repayment.
* The borrower’s default may give the lender enforcement rights, subject to the applicable law and type of mortgage.
* Depending on the mortgage and applicable law, enforcement may involve sale or other legally prescribed remedies.