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Wisconsin Promissory Note

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Wisconsin at a glance: Usury Limit: No limit (if written) · Governing Law: Wis. Stat. § 138.04

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Overview

Promissory Notes in Wisconsin

Wisconsin sets the legal default interest rate at 5% per year, but written contracts are deregulated and have no interest limit.
Key Facts

Wisconsin Promissory Note — Quick Reference

RequirementWisconsin Rule
Usury LimitNo limit (if written)
Governing LawWis. Stat. § 138.04
Legal Requirements

Wisconsin Legal Requirements

  • Agreement must be in writing to exceed the default 5% rate.
Governing Laws

Wisconsin Governing Laws

Wis. Stat. § 138.04
Legal Rate of Interest
Defines legal rate of 5% and permits unlimited written rates.

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

Questions & Answers

Wisconsin Promissory Note — Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an interest rate limit in Wisconsin?

No, Wisconsin has no usury cap on signed written agreements.