Letter of Intent for Business Purchase

Letter of Intent for Business Purchase

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A letter of intent outlines the terms of the deal between the buyer and seller. It serves as an agreement where both parties agree to the terms of the deal. A letter of intent is a preliminary agreement before any negotiations take place. It is more like a road map that explains how the matter will proceed.

When one party drafts a letter of intent, they present it to the other party, and that is the point where the negotiation takes place. The other party will edit, redraft, and even change the letter of intent as per their requirement. By the end of the negotiation, the letter of intent will protect the interests of both parties and include all the regulations.

A letter of intent includes binding and non-binding clauses. It can include binding provisions, important dates such as the starting and ending of the contract, and any required approvals. The letter should bring the parties together to avoid any litigation in the future.

For a business deal, the letter of intent is formulated by the company or the legal adviser, who will mention the terms of the deal along with the transactions involved. It is very common practice to include the non-disclosure agreements in the letter.

Sample Letter

Dear Ms. Emma,

This letter serves as a letter of intent to outline the terms and conditions of purchasing the business on (date). The terms and conditions mentioned in this letter are open to negotiation and are not binding on either party. We are open to discussion regarding the terms and the business value.

We have agreed to purchase your frozen foods chain and sell it under our brand name. We expect you to clear any liabilities before we buy this business and inform your stakeholders about selling it.

Our team of auditors and accountants has accessed the market value of the business based on the financial statements that you have provided us. We are happy to pay that price in three instalments.

We are looking forward to acquiring a loan for the purchase transaction. We will pay the first installment as our loan request is accepted. We have presented the bank with all the necessary documentation and expect the loan to be approved in a week. We will share with you our plan regarding the installments and payment dates.

I propose that we meet this week in the presence of our lawyers to discuss this deal further. We can also discuss any other issues or suggestions that you might have regarding this proposal. Please feel free to call or email me if you have any questions, and I will be happy to assist you.

As mentioned earlier, this letter serves as an indication of our intention and is not legally binding. Once we agree to mutual terms, we will formulate an official contract.

Regards,
[Name]

Letter of Intent for Business Purchase
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