Quick answer: Before a material refinance or new secured facility, check the company's current debts and PPSR registrations. A lender may search commercial credit information and the PPSR to understand existing security interests. Old registrations that should have been discharged can create avoidable settlement problems.
Questions business owners commonly ask
- Why is a lender asking about a PPSR registration from an old financier?
- Can a second business lender take security if another GSA is already registered?
- Does the lender see company credit information separately from my personal file?
PPSR records security interests, not ownership
A registration can show that a bank, equipment financier or supplier claims security over specified company personal property.
General security can complicate a second facility
A new lender may need the existing secured party to release, subordinate or limit its security before the new facility settles.
Clean up stale registrations early
If a repaid facility still has a registration, contact the secured party and arrange amendment or discharge before settlement day.
Build a debt and security schedule
List lender, balance, repayment, security, expiry and whether payout or release is required. This is often the fastest way to expose hidden settlement problems.
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General information only. Business lending policy, security, guarantees, pricing, covenants and documentation vary by lender and transaction. This is not legal, tax or accounting advice.
Frequently asked questions
Does PPSR prove who owns an asset?
No; it records security interests.
Can a paid loan still have a PPSR registration?
Yes until the secured party changes or discharges it.
Can two lenders register against one company?
Possible, but priority and contractual consent matter.
Can I remove a lender registration myself?
Usually the secured party controls its registration, subject to statutory amendment/dispute processes.
Should I check PPSR before refinancing?
Yes, particularly with GSAs or multiple asset financiers.
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