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What is Security (Collateral)?
"Property that has been pledged by a lien or mortgage, thus guaranteeing that the creditor will be paid if the debtor defaults. Security makes the promise to pay more than a personal obligation.
See Also: Secured Creditor, Securities, Unsecured Creditor
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