We have 5 steps. Step 1: Decide on the issues the agreement should cover. Step 2: Identify the interests of shareholders. Step 3: Identify shareholder value. Step 4: Identify who will make decisions - shareholders or directors. Step 5: Decide how voting power of shareholders should add up.
Yes, you can write your own contract. However, including all necessary elements is crucial to make it legally binding.
Following are the key pieces of information that should be spelled out within the buy-sell agreement: List of triggering buyout events. List of partners or owners involved and their current equity stakes. A recent valuation of the company's overall equity. A funding instrument, such as life insurance policies.