Below are four critical topics you and your lawyer should consider when drafting your company's buy-sell agreement. Identify the Parties Involved. Agree on the Trigger Events. Agree on a Valuation Method. Set Realistic Expectations and Frequently Review the Agreement Terms. About the Author.
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.
Draft the equity agreement, detailing the company's capital structure, the number of shares to be offered, the rights of the shareholders, and other details. Consult legal and financial advisors to ensure that the equity agreement is in line with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Equity agreements allow entrepreneurs to secure funding for their start-up by giving up a portion of ownership of their company to investors. In short, these arrangements typically involve investors providing capital in exchange for shares of stock which they will hold and potentially sell in the future for a profit.
Your team of professional advisors (Wells Fargo relationship manager, attorney, CPA, appraiser) can assist with building and reviewing your buy-sell agreement to help ensure it meets your current business needs.