Electronic Brokerage Use and Trading Agreement

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.

This Broker Fee Agreement is an easy downloadable template for UK brokers to use when signing up a new client.

• The agreement covers fees for broker services only, and does not include other fees associated with mortgages and financial products.
• The agreement can be used for fee, commission, or combined fee ⁄ commission arrangements.
• If the client is applying for a mortgage, the client agrees to pay a non-refundable fee at the time the mortgage application is made.
• If the broker is being paid a commission on a regular premium insurance policy, the broker reserves the right to charge the client a fee if the client cancels the policy.
• The agreement contains a disclaimer stating that the broker is not qualified to provide legal advice. However, if the broker refers the client to a solicitor or other professional, the client agrees to pay a referral fee.
• Governed by the laws of England and Wales.
• Available in MS Word format.

This customizable Mortgage Brokerage Fee Agreement makes it easy for Florida mortgage brokers to prepare a contract for a new client.

• The client / borrower agrees that the broker will be the sole and exclusive agent for making the mortgage loan application.
• The broker will prepare the mortgage loan application and obtain a credit report and property appraisal.
• In addition to the broker fee paid by the borrower, the broker may receive additional compensation from the funding lender.
• The borrower agrees to pay a non-refundable application fee, which will be credited against the broker's fees at closing.
• The agreement contains the required Florida mortgage broker disclosures.
• The broker does not make any guarantee that the borrower will obtain a mortgage loan as a result of the broker's efforts.
• Available in MS Word format. Fully editable.
• Intended to be used only within the State of Florida.

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