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This content is aimed at other lenders, not our customers. If you are a customer who is obtaining finance elsewhere and require us to enter in to security arrangements with the alternative lender, then please contact your relationship manager or normal bank contact point at the earliest opportunity so that we can ensure a swift decision.
Ranking Agreement (Scotland)
Used to regulate the ranking of 2 standard securities and /or floating charges granted over property in Scotland.
Various rankings can be accommodated within the Agreement – tailoring is required. For standard security transactions solicitors will always be involved.
Example form (PDF, 47KB)
Deed of Postponement
Used to create a simple priority agreement in relation to 2 legal charges granted over property in England or Wales.
Alternative lender’s charge ranks first for a fixed amount together with interest, charges and expenses and bank’s charge second to an unlimited extent. Often used where the alternative lender wishes to advance further sums and requires increased priority.
Example form (PDF, 35KB)
Temporary & Conditional Release and Priority Agreement
Used to release from the bank’s debenture all or any debts purchased by a finance company.
For invoice discounting arrangements. English law applies.
Example form (PDF, 57KB)
For invoice discounting arrangements. Used in conjunction with a Ranking agreement. Scots law applies.
Example form (PDF, 42KB)
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If you have any questions regarding our standard forms or would like to speak to us about establishing a pre-agreed form for future use, please email us.