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Illinois Loan Agreement

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Illinois at a glance: Usury Cap: 9% per year (815 ILCS 205/4) · Default Interest: 5% (if not written) · Governing Law: Illinois Compiled Statutes Chapter 815

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Overview

Loan Agreements in Illinois

Illinois caps interest rates on personal loans made by unlicensed lenders at 9% per year (815 ILCS 205/4).
Key Facts

Illinois Loan Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementIllinois Rule
Usury Cap9% per year (815 ILCS 205/4)
Default Interest5% (if not written)
Governing LawIllinois Compiled Statutes Chapter 815
Legal Requirements

Illinois Legal Requirements

  • Personal loan interest rates must not exceed 9% per annum.
Governing Laws

Illinois Governing Laws

815 ILCS 205/4
Interest Act
Regulates contract interest and usury limits.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Illinois legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Illinois Loan Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Are B2B business loans exempt from the Illinois 9% cap?

Yes, business loans are exempt from the usury cap under Section 4.