Confidentiality & Disclosure Agreement for Business Brokers

Prepare an Agreement for Sale of Business between a business broker and a client with this fully editable template.

• The broker will list the business for sale, identify potential buyers and act on behalf of the seller to complete a sale.
• The broker's commission rate will be calculated as a percentage of the sale price or a minimum fixed rate, whichever is more.
• The seller grants the broker a lien over the business assets until the commission is paid in full.
• The parties agree to arbitration in the event of a dispute.
• This template includes a confidentiality agreement which potential buyers must sign before reviewing confidential business information of the seller.
• Available in MS Word format, easy to use and customize.
• This is a generic form that can be used in many jurisdictions.

Brokers, use this easy template to write a letter of interest and loan proposal to a client who needs a loan to capitalize its business.

• The broker would be given the exclusive mandate to source out conventional financing up to an agreed maximum amount.
• Upon agreeing to the terms, the client will pay the broker a retainer to cover expenses.
• The broker will be paid a commission that is a percentage of the total funds acquired.

You can use the Letter of Interest ⁄ Loan Proposal template as many times as you like. Purchase, download, personalize it with the details, print and sign - it's that easy.

Whether you're buying or selling a business, make sure the other party continues the negotiations by getting this USA No-Shop Agreement signed at the outset.

• This agreement can be used anywhere in the United States.
• The parties to the transaction agree that they will not consider other offers or approach other potential purchasers while the negotiations between them are ongoing.
• This free template can be used by business brokers and by buyers or sellers in non-brokered transactions.
• Available in MS Word format. Easy to download and use.

Should you attempt to sell your business yourself or use a broker? This expert guide discusses the benefits of using a broker or intermediary to sell it for you.

• retaining an intermediary,
• how commissions are determined,
• completing a business review,
• provisions of the listing agreement,
• preparing and implementing a marketing plan,
• negotiating the deal,
• due diligence and the definitive agreement,
• closing the sale,
• licensed brokers vs. unlicensed intermediaries.

You know your business. But do you know how to sell it? Read Using a Broker to Help You Sell Your Business and decide if an intermediary is right for you.