Business Ownership Agreement Template

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Business Ownership Agreement Template

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Business Ownership Agreement Template (1)
Between:
[Name of Owner 1]
[Owner 1’s ID]
[Owner 1’s Address]
[Owner 1’s Phone]
[Owner 1’s Email]
And:
[Name of Owner 2]
[Owner 2’s ID]
[Owner 2’s Address]
Introduction:
This document outlines the terms of the ownership agreement between the parties involved in the business, effective from [Start Date], regarding the management and ownership rights of the business.
Clause 1: Business Structure
The business will be structured as [Specify structure, e.g., partnership, corporation, LLC].
Clause 2: Ownership Shares
Owner 1 shall own [Percentage]% and Owner 2 shall own [Percentage]% of the business.
Clause 3: Contributions
The financial and non-financial contributions of each owner are outlined as follows: [Specify contributions].
Clause 4: Decision-Making Process
All major business decisions will be made jointly, requiring a unanimous vote unless otherwise specified.
Clause 5: Profit and Loss Distribution
Profits and losses will be distributed in accordance with ownership shares on a [Monthly/Quarterly/Annual] basis.
Clause 6: Dispute Resolution
In the event of any disputes, the parties agree to resolve them through mediation before resorting to litigation.
Clause 7: Exit Strategy
Should any owner wish to exit the business, the remaining owner(s) will have the right of first refusal to purchase the exiting owner’s shares at a fair market value.
Clause 8: Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction].
Signed in [City], [Date].
Sincerely,
[Signature of Owner 1]
[Name of Owner 1]
[Signature of Owner 2]
[Name of Owner 2]
Business Ownership Agreement Template (2)
Between:
[Name of Owner 1]
[Owner 1’s ID]
[Owner 1’s Address]
[Owner 1’s Phone]
[Owner 1’s Email]
And:
[Name of Owner 2]
[Owner 2’s ID]
[Owner 2’s Address]
Introduction:
This agreement sets forth the terms and conditions under which the owners of the business will operate, commencing on [Start Date].
Clause 1: Purpose of the Business
The primary purpose of the business will be [Describe purpose].
Clause 2: Ownership Equity
Each owner shall have an equity stake as follows: Owner 1 – [Percentage]%, Owner 2 – [Percentage]%.
Clause 3: Initial Contributions
The initial monetary and resource contributions made by each owner are as follows: [List contributions].
Clause 4: Management Responsibilities
Owner 1 shall handle [Specify responsibilities], while Owner 2 will be responsible for [Specify responsibilities].
Clause 5: Distribution of Profits and Losses
Profits and losses will be allocated in proportion to ownership percentages, distributed on [Specify frequency].
Clause 6: Amendment Procedures
Any amendments to this agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.
Clause 7: Exit and Buyout Procedures
In the case of an owner wishing to exit, the buyout terms will be as follows: [Specify procedures].
Clause 8: Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction].
Signed in [City], [Date].
Sincerely,
[Signature of Owner 1]
[Name of Owner 1]
[Signature of Owner 2]
[Name of Owner 2]

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Business Ownership Agreement Template

1. Business Information


2. Owner Information


3. Agreement Details

4. Ownership Structure

5. Contributions of Each Owner

6. Profit and Loss Distribution

7. Management and Decision-Making

8. Buy-Sell Agreement Terms

9. Dispute Resolution

10. Governing Law

11. Signatures and Acceptance

12. Declaration and Signatures




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