Perfection gives notice to the world of the secured party's interest — by filing a financing statement (most common), possession of the collateral, control (for deposit accounts, investment property, letters of credit, electronic chattel paper), or automatic perfection (PMSI in consumer goods). These articles cover each method and the consequences for priority.
Master attachment and perfection for the bar exam. Learn the three attachment requirements, financing statement rules, perfection methods, and automatic perfection for consumer goods PMSIs.