A general claim on property that is not otherwise pledged is called a:

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A debenture is a type of debt instrument that is not secured by physical assets or collateral. Debentures are backed only by the general creditworthiness and reputation of the issuer. Both corporations and governments frequently issue this type of bond to secure capital. Unlike a mortgage bond, which is secured by a specific property, a debenture is secured only by the issuer's promise to pay the interest and loan principal.

A General Claim on Property That Is Not Otherwise Pledged