What are the different types of negotiable instruments?

Another commonly used type of negotiable instrument is the bill of exchange. A bill of exchange is a financial document that states an individual or business will pay a certain amount on a specific date. The date may range from the date it is signed, to within six months into the future.

What is a negotiable instrument (IOU)?

In other words, it is a formalized type of IOU: A transferable, signed document that promises to pay the bearer a sum of money at a future date or on-demand. Common examples of negotiable instruments include personal checks, cashier's checks, money orders, certificates of deposit (CDs), promissory notes, and traveler's checks.

What is a negotiating instrument?

Negotiable instruments are written and signed legal documents that ensure a party pays or repays another party within a set period or on-demand. These are the safest modes of payment as they contain the name of the issuer and the name of the recipient on them.