Kansas

Must be filed with the register of deeds of the county where the property is located, and where the mortgagor resides if he resides within the state. It is valid for two years from the date of filing. Must be renewed within thirty days preceding expiration by affidavit showing the amount unpaid. Is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in the possession of the mortgagor if the mortgagor acts as agent for the mortgagee when sales are made. Also valid on after acquired property if the mortgage provides therefor.

Kentucky

Must be recorded with the county clerk where the property is located. It is valid for five years after the maturity of the debt if no note has been given, and for fifteen years where a note has been given. No renewal is necessary. Is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in the possession of the mortgagor if the goods can be identified, but is not valid on after acquired property.

Louisiana

Chattel mortgages are unknown in this state.

Maine

Must be recorded in the office of the town clerk where the mortgagor resides, and if the mortgagor does not reside in the state must be recorded in the county where the property is situated. No renewal is necessary. Is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor, but is not valid on after acquired property.

Maryland

Must be recorded within twenty days in the office of the clerk of the circuit court where the mortgagor resides, or if he does not reside in the state must be recorded in the county where the property is located. No renewal is necessary.

Massachusetts

Must be recorded within fifteen days with the town clerk where the mortgagor resides. If the mortgagor is a non-resident, the mortgage must be recorded where the property is located. No renewal is necessary. Is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor, but is not valid on after acquired property.

Michigan

Must be filed with the city or town clerk where the mortgagor resides. Remains in force for one year, and must be renewed within thirty days preceding expiration by affidavit showing amount unpaid. Is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor and on after acquired property if the mortgage so provides.

Minnesota

Must be filed with the city, town, or village clerk where the mortgagor resides and where the property is located. Remains in force for six years after filing as against creditors or subsequent mortgagees or purchasers. No renewal is necessary. Husband and wife must join, and two witnesses and an acknowledgment are necessary. Is not valid as to third parties on a stock of merchandise remaining in the possession of the mortgagor, but if the mortgage so recites it is valid on after acquired property.

Mississippi

Must be recorded with the chancery clerk where the property is located. If property is removed, it must be re-recorded within one year. No renewal is necessary. It is not valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor, but is valid on after acquired property.

Missouri

Must be filed or recorded with the record where the mortgagor resides. Is valid for five years if filed, and during the life of the debt if recorded. No renewal is necessary. Is not valid as to third parties on a stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor unless the proceeds of sales go to the mortgagee in reducing the mortgage debt. It is not valid on after acquired property unless the mortgagee takes possession before creditors secure a lien.

Montana

Must be filed with the county clerk where the mortgagor resides. If he does not reside in the state, must be filed in the county where the property is located. Is valid until sixty days after the debt matures, not exceeding, however, one year and sixty days. Must be renewed within sixty days after the debt becomes due by filing an affidavit in the office where the mortgage is filed, setting forth the amount due. Is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining a possession of the mortgagor if made in good faith and proceeds of the sale go to the mortgagee.

Nebraska

Must be filed with the county clerk where the mortgagor resides, and if he does not reside in the state, must be filed in the county where the property is situated. Is valid for five years against others than the parties, but it is not valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise in possession of the mortgagor, or on after acquired property.

Nevada

Must be recorded in the office of the recorder where the mortgagor resides and where the. property is located. Remains in force for six years from maturity of the debt. No renewal is necessary If the mortgage is recorded, it is valid as to third parties on stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor.

New Hampshire

Must be recorded with the town clerk where the mortgagor resides. If he does not reside in the state, must be recorded in the county where the property is situated. No renewal is necessary. Is not valid as to third parties on a stock of merchandise remaining in the possession of the mortgagor unless the proceeds of this sale go to the mortgagee in reduction of the mortgage debt.

New Jersey

Must be recorded with the county clerk or register of deeds where the mortgagor resides. If he does not reside in the state, must be recorded in the county where the property is situated. Need not be renewed. If recorded, it is valid as to third parties on a stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor. If the mortgage so provides it is valid on after acquired property.

New Mexico

Must be filed or recorded with the probate clerk where the property is located. Remains in force for one year. Must be renewed within thirty days preceding its expiration by affidavit showing the amount unpaid. Crops can not be mortgaged until they have matured and are harvested. It is not valid as to third parties on a stock of merchandise remaining in possession of the mortgagor.