Definition
Borrowing backed by collateral that a lender may claim.
Why it’s relevant today
Mortgages and auto loans remain major household obligations.
Why it matters
The collateral changes both rates and consequences of default.
Borrowing backed by collateral that a lender may claim.
Mortgages and auto loans remain major household obligations.
The collateral changes both rates and consequences of default.
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