How to draft a contract in 13 simple steps Start with a contract template. Understand the purpose and requirements. Identify all parties involved. Outline key terms and conditions. Define deliverables and milestones. Establish payment terms. Add termination conditions. Incorporate dispute resolution.
Ing to Boundy (2012), typically, a written contract will include: Date of agreement. Names of parties to the agreement. Preliminary clauses. Defined terms. Main contract clauses. Schedules/appendices and signature provisions (para. 5).
Lending agreements are governed by the Civil Code of the Philippines, along with other relevant laws such as the Lending Company Regulation Act and the Usury Law, although the latter is largely outdated due to the Central Bank's removal of interest rate ceilings.
A contract, under Philippine law, becomes binding as soon as there is mutual consent between the parties, consideration (payment or exchange of services), and a lawful object (subject matter of the agreement). These elements are enough to form a valid and enforceable contract, even without notarization.
While not required by law, having the promissory note notarized can provide additional legal protection and evidentiary weight in court should any dispute arise over its enforcement.
The initial contract must provide for the possibility of assignment by one of the initial contracting parties. The assignor must agree to assign their rights and duties under the contract to the assignee. The assignee must agree to accept, or "assume," those contractual rights and duties.
The publicly recorded documents that can help you find your property lines are typically available online through your local assessor's office. These include the deed, which includes the legal description of your property, and the plat map, which will show an outline of your property with others in the area.
Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption – Homeowners age 65 or older and living in their own home could be entitled to an additional homestead exemption. The homeowner should sign up for this exemption during the year in which he or she will turn 65. You will receive a renewal every year around January 1st.
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