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Access the capital you need with securities-based lending

Securities-based credit lines offer quick access to capital in lieu of raising cash through the sale of securities.

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What is securities-based lending?

Securities-based lending refers to the practice of using non-retirement, marketable securities such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds as collateral for a line of credit with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank N.A. (Chase Bank).

Why do clients use securities-based loans?

Clients often need capital to facilitate large transactions like real estate purchases or strategic investment opportunities, bridging cash flows or managing unexpected expenses.

Why consider securities-based lending?

By offering flexible access to liquidity as an alternative to selling assets, securities-based lending can help clients keep their long-term investments intact.

As with all investment decisions, it's important to understand the risks of borrowing before moving forward. Events beyond your control like market fluctuations that may reduce the value of your pledged securities, could lead to a margin call. We're here to help you make the decisions for your needs. Today and in the future.

Securities-based lending with J.P. Morgan

  • Benefit from flexible borrowing with no setup fees. Only incur interest on the funds you use.
  • Gain access to liquidity for a range of uses, such as an investment opportunity, a home renovation or a real estate purchase.
  • Remain invested in your assets while structuring your borrowing in a potentially tax-efficient way.
  • Manage your securities-based line of credit from anywhere with the Chase Mobile® app.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Securities-based lending refers to the practice of using non-retirement, marketable securities such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds as collateral for a line of credit with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank N.A. (Chase Bank).

Securities-based lending works by using securities as collateral for lines of credit. Borrowers typically pay interest only on the amount of credit used at rates that may be more competitive than other forms of borrowing.

As a condition of the loan, the lender normally places a pledge on pledged securities by depositing them into a separate account. Lenders therefore become the lienholder of the account, meaning they have a legal claim to its contents should a borrower default on the loan.

Securities-based lending carries different risks. For one, securities-based lines of credit are typically based on adjustable interest rates. This may increase your cost of borrowing if rates increase.

In addition, if the market value of the securities that being used as collateral declines, a line of credit may be subject to a maintenance call. In this scenario, borrowers in a shortfall may be required to deposit funds equal to or greater than the call amount, deposit securities with loan value equal to or greater than the call amount, sell securities with enough lending value to meet or exceed the call amount or otherwise pay down the loan.

Similarly, in the event of a default on the line of credit, the lender has the right to sell securities to satisfy your obligation.

The deductibility of interest paid on securities based loans is dependent on the structure of the loan facility and the use of loan proceeds. To determine whether your line of credit could offer you the ability to deduct the interest paid, you should speak to your tax professional.

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