Transaction Term Sheet

I. Overview

This Term Sheet outlines the principal terms and conditions proposed for the transaction between [Your Company Name] and [Seller’s Company Name]. This document serves as a preliminary agreement before the execution of more detailed binding contracts. The terms mentioned herein are intended for discussion purposes and are subject to further negotiation and agreement by both parties.

The purpose of this Term Sheet is to provide a framework for the transaction, including the key financial terms, responsibilities of each party, and the timeline expected to complete the deal. It is critical that both parties review this document carefully with legal counsel before proceeding with the transaction.

II. Financial Terms

The financial aspects of the proposed acquisition are as follows:

Purchase Price:

Definition: This is the total amount agreed upon for the sale of the asset or company.
Details: The purchase price in this proposal is referred to as "[Purchase Price]." This is the gross amount that will be paid, subject to any adjustments that might be necessary based on the terms set out in the final, definitive agreements.

Payment Terms:

These outline how the purchase price will be paid by the buyer to the seller. This includes:

Initial Deposit: This is an upfront payment that must be made immediately upon the signing of the final agreement. The amount specified here is "[Amount]."
Balance Payment: This is the remaining amount of the purchase price that is not covered by the initial deposit. It is payable in "[Number]" installments spread out over "[Number]" years. This structure facilitates a deferred payment plan allowing the buyer to manage cash flow and possibly benefit from the asset’s operations to fund future payments.

Escrow Details:

Definition: Escrow is a financial arrangement where a third party holds and regulates the payment of the funds required for two parties involved in a given transaction. It helps make transactions more secure by keeping the payment in a secure escrow account which is only released when all of the terms of an agreement are met as overseen by the escrow company.
Details: In this case, "[Escrow Amount]" of the purchase price will be placed in an escrow account. The funds will be held there for "[Number]" months. This escrow serves as a safeguard for the buyer, allowing for adjustments to the purchase price post-closing based on predefined conditions (e.g., financial discrepancies, asset valuations at close, etc.).

III. Conditions Precedent

The obligations of the buyer under the final agreements are contingent upon the fulfillment of the following conditions:

Due Diligence:

Definition: Due diligence is a comprehensive appraisal of a business undertaken by a prospective buyer, especially to establish its assets and liabilities and evaluate its commercial potential.
Details: The buyer must complete a thorough due diligence review by the specified deadline, “[Your Due Date].” This review typically includes, but is not limited to, an examination of the financial records, legal compliances, contracts, intellectual property, and other material business aspects of [Seller’s Company Name]. The purpose is to confirm the validity of the information provided and uncover any potential issues that might affect the buyer’s decision or the value of the transaction.

Regulatory Approvals:

Definition: Regulatory approvals refer to the necessary permissions and clearances from relevant governmental and regulatory bodies required to lawfully complete the transaction.
Details: The agreement is contingent upon receiving all such approvals that are applicable to the acquisition. This could include competition authority approvals, sector-specific approvals, or any other governmental consents necessary depending on the nature of [Seller’s Company Name]’s business and the jurisdictions involved. This ensures that the transaction complies with local, national, and international laws and regulations

Material Adverse Change:

Definition: A material adverse change (MAC) clause is a provision within a contract that allows a party to back out of the contract if before closing, a significant event occurs that negatively affects the business, assets, or financial condition of the entity being acquired in a way that is substantial and adverse.
Details: This condition states that there should be no material adverse change in the business operations or financial condition of [Seller’s Company Name] from the time of agreement until the closing of the transaction. Essentially, the buyer is protected if something happens that significantly decreases the value or operational stability of the company being acquired.

IV. Miscellaneous Terms

The following miscellaneous terms apply to the transaction:

Confidentiality: Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of the negotiation process and terms proposed in this Term Sheet without the prior written consent of the other party, except as required by law.
Governing Law: This Term Sheet and the definitive agreements shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction].
Exclusivity: [Your Company Name] agrees not to engage in discussions or negotiations with any other party regarding a similar transaction for a period of [Number] days from the date of this Term Sheet.

V. Acceptance

This Term Sheet is not legally binding except for the terms relating to exclusivity, confidentiality, governing law, and any other terms which are specifically identified as being binding. The parties acknowledge that this Term Sheet is only a preliminary step in the negotiation of a possible business transaction, and the transaction is subject to the execution of definitive agreements containing detailed terms and conditions agreeable to both parties.

By signing below, the parties indicate their intent to proceed with negotiations in good faith based on the terms outlined in this Term Sheet.

Name: [Your Name]

Date: [Date Signed]

Name: [Seller's Name]
Date: [Date Signed]