What a document contains
Each chattel document has four main fields:| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | A short, descriptive name for the document (up to 200 characters). |
| Description | Optional free-text context about the document (up to 2,000 characters). |
| Chattel type | The category of movable property or right this document covers. |
| Loan | Optional financing details attached to the document (see below). |
Loan details
If a document has associated financing, you can attach a loan record with the following fields:| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Provider name | The name of the lender or financing institution. |
| Original amount | The full principal of the loan at origination. |
| Remaining amount | The current outstanding balance. |
| Currency | Three-letter currency code (defaults to USD). |
| Maturity date | Optional date when the loan is scheduled to be paid off. |
| Status | Either Current (payments are up to date) or Behind (payments are overdue). |
A loan status of Behind unlocks additional outreach and compliance features within Safeclose. Contact your organization administrator for details.
Chattel types
When you create a document, you choose one of the following chattel types to classify it. Safeclose supports the full range of movable collateral and intangible rights recognized in UCC-style filings and related legal frameworks.Physical property
Physical property
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Titled & registered vehicles | Motor vehicles, titled watercraft, aircraft, RVs — any road or serial-numbered unit |
| Mobile home | Manufactured home not affixed to land |
| Boat / watercraft | Motorboats, jet skis, canoes |
| Aircraft | Planes, helicopters, personal drones |
| Caravans & trailers | Towable units |
| Bicycles & scooters | Pedal and electric micromobility |
| Machinery | Farm or industrial equipment (movable) |
| Livestock | Farm animals |
| Pets & domestic animals | Household animals |
Household & personal items
Household & personal items
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Furniture | Movable home furnishings |
| Appliances | Freestanding appliances |
| Electronics | Computers, TVs, phones, audio |
| Clothing | Apparel and accessories |
| Jewelry | Wearable valuables |
| Artwork | Paintings, sculpture, portable decor |
| Books & media | Books, games, physical media |
| Kitchenware | Dishes, cookware, small items |
| Bedding & linens | Sheets, towels, curtains on rods |
| Household decor | Lamps, rugs, freestanding mirrors |
| Portable hot tub | Spa not built in |
| Musical instruments | Portable instruments |
Outdoor, recreation & storage
Outdoor, recreation & storage
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Lawn & garden | Mowers, trimmers, patio items |
| Sports equipment | Bikes, clubs, exercise gear |
| Garden sheds | Portable storage structures |
| Cameras & photo gear | Lenses, tripods, lighting |
| Tools | Hand and power tools |
| Office equipment | Movable desks, printers, filing |
Financial instruments & rights
Financial instruments & rights
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Leasehold estate | Temporary use of land or building |
| Money & cash | Physical currency |
| Stocks & bonds | Certificates and shares |
| Bank accounts | Deposit account rights |
| Promissory notes | Written repayment promises |
| Contracts & leases | Agreement rights |
| Insurance policies | Contractual coverage |
| Cryptocurrency | Digital assets |
Intellectual property
Intellectual property
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Patents | Invention rights |
| Trademarks | Brand identifiers |
| Copyrights | Creative work rights |
Specialty & collectibles
Specialty & collectibles
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Collectibles | Coins, cards, movable antiques |
Document ownership and privacy
Documents are scoped to your user account. Other members of your organization cannot browse your document list — they can only see documents when you or a manager includes them in a signing package that is sent to them.Managing your documents
Learn how to create, edit, and organize your chattel documents in Safeclose.