A creditor who extends credit to a consumer to purchase a consumer good under a written security agreement obtains a "purchase money" security interest in the consumer good.
A purchase money security interest (PMSI) is a legitimate claim that enables a lender to repossess property financed with its loan or demand repayment in real money if the borrower defaults. It gives the lender need over other creditors cases.
A PMSI is utilized by some commercial lenders and credit card guarantors just as by retailers who offer financing alternatives.