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OWNER'S (SELLER'S) AFFIDAVIT

NOTE: Complete all provisions which apply.

STATE OF INDIANA,

COUNTY OF SS:

(In this Affidavit the pronoun "We" means "I" when there is only one Purchaser.)

We, (owners), being sworn according to law, say under oath that:

1. We are 21 years old or older. We are the sole owners of the real estate and improvements ("Property") located at:

We received a deed to the Property dated . We are now the Sellers of the Property.

Marital Status:

2. We have been and are now (being the time and date that we are signing this Affidavit) married to each other. If not married, so state here:

Liens:

3. In this Affidavit, a lien is a legal claim of another against property for (a) the payment of a debt or (b) the performance of an obligation. Examples of liens are (a) a judgment of a court for the payment of money owed, (b) a mortgage on real estate given as security for a loan, (c) an obligation owning to a contractor, subcontractor or other mechanic who has furnished labor or material for the improvement of real estate and for which money is owed, and (d) taxes and assessments assessed against real estate. There are no liens against the Property as a result of (a) debts that we owe or (b) obligations we have undertaken, except:

(a) Real estates taxes and assessments for this year.

(b) Other

No Mechanic's Liens; Rights to Liens:

4. During the last 60 days prior to the date we have signed this Affidavit, we have made no repairs, additions, or improvements, nor ordered or contracted for any labor or materials to be performed or furnished to the Property, which have not been paid in full. We do not owe any money for improvements, labor or materials performed on or furnished to the Property within 60 days immediately preceding the date of this Affidavit. Nor have we received any notice from anyone claiming to have not been paid in full, and there are no outstanding or disputed claims for any such work or item. No such work is now in progress.

Fixtures:

5. We have fully paid for all fixtures, appliances, or other personal property attached to or otherwise used with the improvements on the Property.

No Pending Governmental Improvements:

6. There has been no work done, and we have not received any notice that any work is to be done, by the City, Village, County, Township, State of Alabama or any sewer district or other governmental authority, or at its direction, in connection with the installation of sewer, water, curbs, sidewalks, streets or alleys, or repairs or improvements thereto.

No Nuisance or Condemnation:

7. We have not received any notice from any governmental authority for the removal or abatement of any nuisance or any notice of condemnation or other exercise of the power of eminent domain, or for the violation of any Zoning Regulations concerning the Property.

No Hidden Structural Defects:

8. There are no hidden structural defects in the Property.

Boundary Lines, etc.:

9. All of the utilities and improvements concerning the Property are located within the boundary lines of the subject real estate or within lands dedicated to public use or within recorded easements for the same. There have been no violations of any restrictions affecting the Property. There are no disputes with any adjoining property owners as to the location of property lines or the encroachment of any improvements.

No Lawsuits:

10. The are no pending lawsuits against us in any court. We have not received notice of any lawsuits pending against us.

No Bankruptcy or Receivership:

11. We are not a debtor in any proceeding under the bankruptcy laws of the United States, and no bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings have been started by or against us. No receiver or trustee has ever been appointed to take possession of the Property. Our sale of the Property is not made for the purpose of hindering, delaying or defrauding any of our creditors.

Easements:

12. In this Affidavit, an easement is a right given to another for a specific and limited use of real estate. An example of an easement is a right given to a utility company to maintain poles on the property. We have not given anyone any unrecorded easements affecting the Property. Nor have we given anyone any other unrecorded rights or interests in the Property, such as land contracts, mortgages, deeds, options, leases or licenses to use any part of the Property.

Liens Affecting Similar Names:

13. Our attention has been called to the liens listed below. The liens listed below are for debts or obligations of others with names similar to or the same as ours. We are not the same person as named in the following liens:

Reliance By & Obligations To Mortgagee & Title Insurance Company:

14. We know that ("Mortgagee") is making a loan to the "Mortgagor(s)" of the Property, and that without said loan we, the Sellers, would not now be closing the sale of the Property and would not now be receiving the sale proceeds (either directly by payment to us, or indirectly by payment to one or more of our lenders). We know that in deciding whether or not to make the loan to our Purchasers the Mortgagee is relying on the truth of the statements made by us in this Affidavit. We also know that (the "Title Insurance Company") is insuring the title to the Property for the Mortgagee because the Mortgagee requires that the title be insurable and that it be insured before it makes the loan to the Purchasers of our Property, and before it accepts the Property as security for its loan. We known that the Purchasers may also be insuring their title to the Property. We know that in deciding whether or not to insure the title for the Mortgagee, and for the Purchasers, the Title Insurance Company is relying on the truth of the statements made by us in the Affidavit. It is with knowledge of the reliance by the Mortgagee and by the Title Insurance Company, and it is in consideration of and as an inducement to the making of the loan and of the insuring of the title so that we can benefit by the sale of the Property, that we acknowledge and agree that we are and will continue to also be directly liable to the Mortgagee and to the Title Insurance Company for any loss or damage either or both may suffer should any of the statements made by us in this Affidavit be not true.

Penalty of Perjury:

15. We know that we shall be bounded by this Affidavit under the penalties of perjury.

Owner Signature

Print Name:

Owner Signature

Print Name:

SWORN TO and subscribed in my presence this day of ,
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NOTARY PUBLIC

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What an Asset Purchase Agreement covers

An Asset Purchase Agreement (APA) is a written contract that documents the sale and transfer of specific business assets from a seller to a buyer. The APA identifies included assets, excluded assets, purchase price and allocation, payment terms, representations and warranties, covenants, closing mechanics, and post-closing obligations such as indemnities and escrow arrangements. It differs from a stock sale because ownership of individual assets — not corporate equity — passes to the buyer, and transfer steps (UCC filings, third-party consents, and recording) vary by asset type and jurisdiction.

Why a clear APA matters for buyers and sellers

A well-drafted APA allocates risk, clarifies exactly what changes hands, preserves tax and accounting clarity through purchase-price allocation, and sets closing conditions that protect both parties during due diligence and after closing.

Why a clear APA matters for buyers and sellers

Who typically prepares or signs an Asset Purchase Agreement

For enforceability, signatories must have corporate authority and documentation of approvals (board minutes, shareholder consents) when required.

  • Private company buyers — in-house counsel or outside counsel drafts and negotiates transaction terms.
  • Sellers — business owners and authorized officers sign on behalf of the selling entity.
  • Lenders and escrow agents — may sign ancillary documents or require acknowledgements.

Key sections to include in a professional APA

A complete APA groups commercial terms, legal protections, and closing mechanics so parties can close reliably and limit post-closing disputes. The following sections are standard and should be tailored to the transaction.

Purchased Assets

A precise list and schedule of assets being transferred (inventory, equipment, IP, contracts) with any excluded items clearly identified to avoid ambiguity or unintended conveyance.

Purchase Price

Defines total consideration, breakdown (cash, stock, holdback, escrow), allocation among asset classes for tax purposes, and mechanisms for adjustments at closing or post-closing.

Representations & Warranties

Seller and buyer statements about authority, ownership, title, compliance, and financial condition together with disclosure schedules identifying exceptions and known issues.

Covenants

Pre- and post-closing promises such as conduct of business during the interim, noncompete/transition assistance, and obligations to obtain third-party consents or novate contracts.

Closing Mechanics

Detailed closing steps, escrow instructions, required deliverables, conditions precedent, and transfer instruments including bills of sale and assignment and assumption agreements.

Indemnities & Limits

Scope of indemnification, survival periods, caps, baskets/deductibles, and procedures for asserting and resolving claims, including dispute resolution provisions.

Essential information to gather before drafting

Entity Names: Full legal names, including DBA and state of formation
Authorized Signers: Officer names and corporate resolution details
Asset List: Detailed inventory or schedules
Purchase Price: Amount and allocation plan
Third-Party Consents: List of contracts requiring transfer approval
Closing Date: Proposed date in MM/DD/YYYY format

Step-by-step: completing an Asset Purchase Agreement

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, negotiate, and close an APA while preserving evidence and signatures.

  • 01
    1. Gather documents: Collect asset schedules, title documents, licenses, and contracts.
  • 02
    2. Draft terms: Insert price, included/excluded assets, allocations, and conditions.
  • 03
    3. Negotiate: Exchange redlines, confirm disclosures, and adjust indemnities.
  • 04
    4. Execute and close: Obtain signatures, deliver consideration, and record necessary instruments.

Configuring an online completion workflow

Set up fields, signer order, and authentication to match your transaction workflow and compliance needs.

Document Template Settings Set role-based fields and required inputs
Signer Order Choose sequential or parallel routing
Authentication Method Email, SMS, or stronger KBA if needed
Conditional Fields Show or hide clauses based on earlier answers
Audit and Storage Enable complete audit trail and secure retention

Where to send or file documents after signing

After signatures, route final copies to stakeholders and record or file supporting instruments where required.

  • To the Parties: Deliver signed APA to buyer, seller, counsel, and escrow agent.
  • Tax and Accounting: Provide allocation schedules to accountants for reporting.
  • UCC Filing: File UCC-1 financing statements for transferred secured assets.
  • Recording Office: Record deeds or real property instruments at county recorder.

Digital signing and technical requirements

Ensure the chosen provider supports ESIGN and UETA compliance, provides an audit trail, and stores signed records encrypted for defensibility.

  • File formats: PDF and DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Connects with CRM and storage systems
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or advanced options

Typical timing and deadline items to track

Common APA timing elements include the due diligence period, closing date, escrow release schedule, and survival periods for representations and warranties.

Due Diligence Period:

Often 30–60 days; permits inspections and consent requests.

Closing Date:

Mutually agreed MM/DD/YYYY when title and payment exchange occur.

Escrow Release:

Specify timing or milestones triggering release.

Survival Periods:

Commonly 12–36 months for general reps; longer for tax/IP reps.

Post-Closing Actions:

List deadlines for filings, notices, and novations.

Risks and penalties from incomplete or incorrect APAs

Breach Damages: Contract damages and specific performance
Tax Exposure: Misallocation can trigger IRS adjustments
UCC Priority Loss: Failure to file can impair secured interests
Third-Party Claims: Contract non-assignment may void transfers
Regulatory Fines: Industry violations carry penalties
Escrow Forfeiture: Improper conditions can delay or forfeit funds

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing an APA

  • Vague asset descriptions that omit serial numbers or contract identifiers lead to post-closing disputes and unintended retention of assets.
  • Failing to obtain required third-party consents for assignable contracts can render key agreements unenforceable after closing.
  • Skipping a detailed purchase-price allocation increases the risk of IRS recharacterization and unexpected tax liabilities for buyer and seller.
  • Not documenting corporate approvals (board minutes, shareholder consents) risks invalid execution if signers lack authority.

Practical tips for accurate completion and review

Apply careful drafting and a structured review process to reduce downstream disputes and speed closing.

Use precise schedules
Attach itemized asset schedules with identifiers and attach supplier/lessee consent templates; precise schedules minimize transfer friction and speed title searches.
Confirm signatory authority
Obtain corporate resolutions and verify officer titles before signing to prevent post-closing challenges and claims of unauthorized execution.
Coordinate filings
Plan UCC, license, and real property recordings in advance to ensure priority preservation and compliance with third-party notice periods.
Preserve audit trails
When using e-signatures, retain the certificate of completion, IP/timestamp data, and document history for evidentiary support in disputes.

How real teams have handled asset transfers

Two examples illustrate common APA issues and practical resolutions used by organizations in signNow customer stories.

Tech Data - Systems Integration

Tech Data needed consistent signatures across multiple teams to accelerate revenue recognition.

  • They integrated document workflows with enterprise systems to standardize approvals.
  • The result was faster internal processing and clearer audit trails for contract transfer and billing reconciliations.

Martin Properties - Real Estate Assets

A property investor needed online execution for asset sales and related assignment documents.

  • They used electronic execution and secure storage to coordinate remote parties.
  • This enabled closing without in-person meetings while preserving signed records and improving turnaround times.

eSignature vendor comparison for signing an Asset Purchase Agreement

Compare basic pricing and common feature criteria when choosing an eSignature provider for transactional documents. Do not rely on this table as the sole procurement input; verify vendor details with sellers.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial Yes, 7-day free trial Yes, trial available Yes, trial available Yes, trial available Yes, trial available
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

FAQs and troubleshooting for electronic execution

Answers to common questions about electronic signing, enforceability, authentication, and platform capabilities for Asset Purchase Agreements.


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