Collateral

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Collateral is when something valuable—often property or equipment— that a lender would have a right to seize and sell if the loan is not repaid.

Definition

According to Principles of Economics by Timothy Taylor (3rd edition),

Collateral. Something valuable—often property or equipment— that a lender would have a right to seize and sell if the loan is not repaid.