Free Accounting Property Settlement Agreement Template
Accounting Property Settlement Agreement
This Accounting Property Settlement Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of [Month Day, Year], by and between [Your Name], located at [Your Address] (“Party A”), and [Party B’s Full Name], located at [Party B’s Address] (“Party B”). Collectively, Party A and Party B may be referred to as the “Parties” or individually as a “Party.”
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the Parties are engaged in an accounting property dispute arising out of their business dealings and desire to settle all matters concerning the distribution and allocation of properties, assets, and liabilities related to their joint business operations;
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to resolve their disputes amicably and without further litigation or administrative proceedings;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
1. DEFINITIONS
1.1 “Property” means any and all assets, including but not limited to real estate, personal property, cash, accounts receivable, inventory, equipment, intellectual property, and any other assets owned, held, or controlled by the Parties in connection with their business.
1.2 “Liabilities” means any and all debts, obligations, and other liabilities of the Parties, including but not limited to loans, mortgages, accounts payable, and any other financial obligations.
2. SETTLEMENT OF PROPERTY
2.1 Division of Assets
The Parties agree to divide the Property as follows:
a. Party A’s Assets
Party A shall receive the following assets:
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Real Estate: Commercial property located at [Location], valued at $[1,200,000].
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Office Equipment: Office furniture, including desks, chairs, and filing cabinets, with a total value of $[50,000].
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Accounts Receivable: Outstanding invoices totaling $[85,000], including amounts due from [XYZ Corporation and ABC Enterprises].
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Vehicles: Company car, a [2050 BMW X5],
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VIN: [5UXTY5C06L9C12345], valued at $[45,000].
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Inventory: Stock of raw materials, including [500 units of product A and 300 units of product B ], with a total value of $[75,000].
b. Party B’s Assets
Party B shall receive the following assets:
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Intellectual Property Rights: Patents and trademarks related to the proprietary technology used in the company’s flagship product, valued at $[250,000].
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Cash Accounts: Bank accounts held at [First National Bank], account numbers ending in [1234 and 5678], with a combined balance of $[200,000].
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Office Supplies: Inventory of office supplies, including printers, copiers, and miscellaneous office items, with a total value of $[15,000].
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Furniture: High-end conference room furniture, including a conference table and chairs, valued at $[20,000].
2.2 Transfer of Title
Each Party agrees to execute and deliver any documents necessary to transfer the title or ownership of the Property as outlined in Section 2.1 to the respective Party. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Deeds of transfer for real estate.
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Bills of sale for vehicles and office equipment.
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Assignment agreements for intellectual property rights.
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Bank transfer forms for cash accounts.
2.3 Valuation
The Parties acknowledge that the valuation of the Property has been mutually agreed upon and is based on the following methods:
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Real Estate: Appraisal reports conducted by [XYZ Appraisal Services], dated [Month Day, Year], indicating a market value of $[1,200,000].
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Office Equipment and Furniture: Market value estimates obtained from industry-standard pricing guides and recent comparable sales.
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Accounts Receivable: Verified by the company’s accounting department and supported by client invoices.
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Intellectual Property Rights: Valuation based on expert assessment from IP Valuations Inc., dated [Month Day, Year], estimating the value at $[250,000].
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Vehicles: Valuation based on current market prices as provided by Kelley Blue Book.
Each Party acknowledges that they have had the opportunity to conduct their own due diligence, including independent appraisals and valuations where applicable. The agreed valuations are considered fair and accurate as of the date of this Agreement.
3. SETTLEMENT OF LIABILITIES
3.1 Division of Liabilities
The Parties agree to allocate the Liabilities as follows:
a. Party A’s Liabilities
Party A shall be responsible for the following Liabilities:
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Loan with First National Bank: Outstanding loan balance of $[350,000], secured by the real estate located at [Location].
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Loan Account Number: [987654321].
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Mortgage on Commercial Property: Mortgage on the property located at [Location], with a remaining balance of $[500,000].
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Mortgage Loan Number: [123456789].
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Accounts Payable: Outstanding accounts payable totaling $75,000, due to various suppliers, including $[30,000] to [ABC Supplies Co.] and $[45,000] to XYZ Office Products.
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Business Credit Card Debt: Credit card debt with [XYZ Credit Union], with a balance of $[25,000].
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Card Number: [4111 1111 1111 1111].
b. Party B’s Liabilities
Party B shall be responsible for the following Liabilities:
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Credit Line with ABC Bank: Credit line with a balance of $[150,000] used for working capital.
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Credit Line Account Number: [123456789.]
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Outstanding Invoices: Totaling $[80,000], due to subcontractors, including $[50,000] to DEF Marketing Services and $[30,000] to [GHI Consulting Group].
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Loan Obligations to DEF Lenders: Loan with DEF Lenders with a remaining balance of $[200,000], used for purchasing intellectual property.
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Loan Account Number: [654321987.]
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Lease Obligation: Remaining lease payments totaling $[60,000] on office equipment leased from [LMN Leasing Co.],
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Lease Agreement Number: [789654321.]
3.2 Indemnification
Each Party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other Party from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of the Liabilities allocated to them pursuant to this Agreement. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Any legal fees, costs, or expenses incurred in connection with defending against claims related to the allocated Liabilities.
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Any payments required to satisfy the allocated Liabilities, including principal, interest, penalties, and other associated costs.
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Any actions, suits, or proceedings brought against the indemnified Party as a result of the indemnifying Party's failure to satisfy their allocated Liabilities.
The indemnification obligations under this section shall survive the execution and performance of this Agreement and shall remain in effect until all Liabilities have been fully satisfied.
4. SETTLEMENT PAYMENT
4.1 Settlement Amount
In addition to the division of Property and Liabilities, the Parties agree that Party A shall make a payment of $[100,000] to Party B as part of this settlement. This payment shall be made by bank transfer within [30] days of the execution of this Agreement. The bank transfer will be directed to Party B’s designated bank account as follows:
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Bank Name: [XYZ Bank]
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Account Name: [Party B’s Full Name]
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Account Number: [123456789]
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Routing Number: [987654321]
4.2 Payment Terms
Installment Payments: If agreed upon, Party A shall pay the settlement amount in three equal installments of $[33,333.33] each. The first installment is due within [10] days of the execution of this Agreement, the second installment is due within [20] days, and the final installment is due within [30] days.
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Interest Rate: No interest will accrue if the payments are made according to the agreed schedule. However, if Party A fails to make any installment payment by the due date, an interest rate of [5]% per annum will be applied to the outstanding balance, calculated from the due date of the missed payment until the payment is made in full.
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Late Payment Penalty: A late payment penalty of $[500] will be assessed for any payment that is more than [5] days late. This penalty will be added to the outstanding settlement amount.
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Early Payment Discount: If Party A pays the full settlement amount within 15 days of the execution of this Agreement, a discount of $[2,000] will be applied, reducing the total settlement amount to $[98,000.]
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Method of Payment: All payments shall be made by electronic bank transfer to the account details provided by Party B. Party A shall notify Party B by email at [Party B’s Email] once a payment has been made.
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Receipt of Payment: Party B agrees to provide a written acknowledgment of each payment received, confirming the amount and the date of receipt. Party B will email the acknowledgment to Party A at [Party A’s Email].
5. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
5.1 Authority: Each Party represents and warrants that they have the authority to enter into this Agreement and that the execution, delivery, and performance of this Agreement has been duly authorized.
5.2 No Litigation: Each Party represents and warrants that there are no pending or threatened litigation, claims, or proceedings that would affect the validity or enforceability of this Agreement.
6. CONFIDENTIALITY
6.1 Confidentiality: The Parties agree to keep the terms and conditions of this Agreement confidential and not to disclose them to any third party, except as required by law or as necessary to enforce the terms of this Agreement.
7. RELEASE
7.1 General Release: Upon execution of this Agreement and fulfillment of all terms, each Party releases and discharges the other Party from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, or causes of action related to the Property and Liabilities covered by this Agreement.
8. MISCELLANEOUS
8.1 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State].
8.2 Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising under or related to this Agreement shall be resolved through [mediation] in [Location].
8.3 Amendments: This Agreement may only be amended or modified by a written agreement signed by both Parties.
8.4 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties regarding the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to such subject matter.
8.5 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
8.6 Execution: This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Accounting Property Settlement Agreement as of the date first above written.
[Your Name]
By:
[Your Name]
[Title]
[Month Day, Year]
[Party B’s Full Name]
By:
[Full Name]
[Title]
[Month Day, Year]