Parties
Identify buyer(s), seller(s), and any guarantors; include full legal names, entity types, and state of formation to avoid ambiguity.
A well-drafted term sheet reduces negotiation time, clarifies major deal points early, and limits scope disputes during drafting of definitive agreements.
The term sheet is usually prepared by the buyer's deal team, often with outside counsel, and reviewed by the seller and its advisors.
It is shared among executives, finance, legal, and key external advisers to coordinate diligence, financing, and regulatory review.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer Order | Sequential signing: buyer then seller |
| Authentication | Email + SMS code for primary signers |
| Template Fields | Lock purchase price and dates to prevent edits |
| Audit Trail | Enable full action logging and timestamping |
Verify platform security, authentication strength, and file format compatibility before e-signing.
Set a fixed end date for exclusivity (MM/DD/YYYY).
Typical 30–60 days depending on deal complexity.
Specify lender commitment deadline in days from signing.
Target date for definitive agreements execution.
Projected closing date subject to conditions precedent.
Agreement on principal terms and initiation of exclusivity.
Buyer finishes due diligence and issues closing conditions.
Drafting and negotiation of purchase agreement and exhibits.
Satisfy approvals, obtain financing, and effect closing.
Identify buyer(s), seller(s), and any guarantors; include full legal names, entity types, and state of formation to avoid ambiguity.
Detail total consideration, payment structure (cash, stock, earnout), and formulae for working capital or net debt adjustments.
Specify whether the transaction is an asset sale, stock sale, or merger and address basic tax allocation and transfer mechanics.
List material closing conditions such as regulatory approvals, financing, third-party consents, and absence of material adverse change.
Set exclusivity period, confidentiality obligations, permitted disclosures, and any break fees or reverse termination fees.
Provide target dates for signing, closing, and key interim deliverables plus any termination windows for failed conditions.