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BUSINESS STATEMENT LETTER

This Business Statement Letter (the "Agreement") is made effective as of by and between the parties identified below.

Company Name:   Company Address:

Recipient Name:   Recipient Address:

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Company Name is engaged in the business of providing goods and/or services described herein and has requested certain statements and performance acknowledgements from Recipient in connection with the business relationship between the parties; and

WHEREAS, Recipient acknowledges its obligations to provide accurate information, perform specified services or accept delivery of goods in accordance with the Scope of Work and Payment Terms set forth below; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend that this Business Statement Letter memorialize their mutual understandings, payment obligations and confidentiality obligations.

SCOPE OF WORK

PAYMENT TERMS

If payment is not received within days after the due date, late payments shall incur a fee of per month until paid in full.

TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement shall commence on and shall continue until unless earlier terminated in accordance with this section.

Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon written notice to the other party no fewer than days prior to the effective termination date. Either party may terminate immediately for cause if the other party materially breaches any obligation hereunder and fails to cure such breach within thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach.

CONFIDENTIALITY

"Confidential Information" means any non-public business, technical or financial information disclosed by one party to the other party, whether disclosed orally, in writing, or by inspection. The receiving party shall: (a) hold Confidential Information in strict confidence; (b) use Confidential Information solely for the purposes contemplated by this Agreement; and (c) not disclose Confidential Information to any third party except to employees, agents or professional advisors who have a need to know and who are bound by confidentiality obligations no less stringent than those herein.

Confidentiality obligations shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement for a period of three (3) years, except with respect to trade secrets which shall be protected for as long as such information qualifies as a trade secret under applicable law.

  Recipient affirms that it has read and understands the confidentiality obligations set forth above and will comply with them.

GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state specified above, without regard to conflict of laws principles. The parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of that state for resolution of any disputes arising under or in connection with this Agreement.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Business Statement Letter constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations and warranties, both written and oral. No amendment or modification of this Agreement will be binding unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

The parties represent and warrant that each person signing below is duly authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the respective party and to bind that party to the terms contained herein.

Company Name:

By:

Date:

Recipient Name:

By:

Date:

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What a Business Statement Letter Is

A Business Statement Letter is a formal written declaration from an organization that records a defined set of facts, responsibilities, or positions tied to operations, accounts, transactions, or compliance matters. Common uses include confirming signatory authority, documenting account relationships, attesting to balances or liabilities, or providing a certified statement for third parties such as banks, vendors, or regulators. When properly completed with accurate dates, signatory authority, and supporting exhibits, the letter can serve as an auditable record. Electronic execution is typically accepted where ESIGN/UETA criteria are met.

Why a Clear Statement Letter Matters

A precise Business Statement Letter reduces ambiguity, speeds verification by counterparties, and creates a durable record useful for audits or disputes. Under the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and state UETA frameworks, an electronically executed letter can be legally enforceable when intent, consent, attribution, and retention are demonstrable.

Why a Clear Statement Letter Matters

Who Typically Prepares and Requests These Letters

Common users include company officers, financial institutions, accountants, and legal counsel who need a compact written attestation to support transactions or regulatory reviews.

  • Small business owners and startups confirming vendor or bank account relationships for onboarding and KYC processes.
  • Corporate officers attesting to authority, transaction terms, or corporate resolutions for counterparties and regulators.
  • Lenders, accountants, and auditors requesting formal attestation to support underwriting, audits, or financial reconciliations.

Choose this letter format when a short, signed attestation establishes facts more reliably than informal emails or phone confirmations.

Typical Signer Roles and Responsibilities

Owner / CEO

An Owner or CEO signs to affirm company-level facts such as business relationships, authority to transact, or financial representations. Their signature should match the registered entity name and include title; attach a corporate resolution when required to prove authority to external reviewers.

Controller / CFO

A Controller or CFO provides financial attestations like account balances, tax classifications, or payroll confirmations. Include references to supporting ledgers or statements and provide direct contact information for verification by banks, auditors, or regulatory reviewers.

Step-by-Step: Preparing and Executing the Letter

Follow these steps to draft, authorize, and preserve a Business Statement Letter that will meet counterparties' verification needs.

  • 01
    Prepare Draft: Write factual, numbered statements and attach supporting exhibits.
  • 02
    Confirm Authority: Verify the signer has documented corporate authority to attest.
  • 03
    Sign and Date: Obtain required signatures, dates, and notarization where requested.
  • 04
    Distribute Record: Send signed copies to stakeholders and retain originals securely.

Typical Digital Workflow for Execution and Storage

A standard e-signature workflow captures intent, authentication, and an audit trail so the Business Statement Letter is verifiable and preserveable for compliance.

  • Upload Document: Use PDF or DOCX and tag signature fields.
  • Set Authentication: Choose email, SMS code, or knowledge-based options.
  • Sign Electronically: Signer reviews and applies an e-signature with clear intent.
  • Archive Audit Trail: Store timestamp, IP, and certificate with the signed file.

Configuring an eSignature Workflow

Set authentication, signature type, template locks, and retention before sending to match the receiving party's verification requirements.

Field and Configuration Name for Workflow Configuration
Authentication level and verification method Email + SMS code; KBA for higher-risk attestations.
Signature type and cryptographic strength Choose standard e-signature or PKI-based digital signature as required.
Template locking and required fields Lock statement paragraphs, attach exhibits, and enforce required fields.
Retention and audit trail policy Enable exportable audit trails and long-term storage for compliance.

Platform Requirements for eSigning and Storage

Confirm the eSignature solution supports required file types, authentication options, and retention/export capabilities before finalizing the letter.

  • File types: PDF, DOCX are preferred; preserve pagination.
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace and similar supported.
  • Security: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest.

Core Elements of a Professional Business Statement Letter

Include these components to make the letter clear, auditable, and acceptable to banks, counterparties, or regulators reviewing the attestation.

Clear Heading

Start with a descriptive heading and reference number, identify recipient and subject, and place the date prominently to help reviewers file and cross-reference the document.

Statement of Facts

Set facts in numbered, neutral paragraphs with specific dates, amounts, account numbers, or contract references; avoid subjective or opinion-based language that weakens verification value.

Authority Clause

State the signer's title and the basis of authority (resolution, board minutes, bylaws). Clear authority reduces requests for additional evidence from banks or auditors.

Supporting Exhibits

Attach invoices, bank statements, resolutions, or contracts cited in the text. List exhibits in an index and label files consistently to prevent missing or mismatched evidence.

Governing Law

Specify the governing state law and venue for interpretation or disputes to reduce jurisdictional uncertainty when counterparties are in different states.

Signature & Notary

Provide printed name, title, signature, and date. Where required by the counterparty, include a notary block or witness lines and record notarial details.

Essential Information Elements to Include

Business Legal Name: Exact registered company name.
EIN/Tax ID: Provide EIN in standard format.
Authorized Signer: Name, title, and authority proof.
Statement Date: Use MM/DD/YYYY format.
Referenced Exhibits: Attach and label supporting documents.
Contact Information: Phone, email, and mailing address.

Common Preparation Pitfalls to Avoid

  • Ambiguous language or vague terms can lead to disputes; specify dates, amounts, and precise responsibilities rather than using words like 'reasonable' or 'on file'.
  • Using an unauthorized signer or omitting a title frequently triggers verification requests and delays from banks, auditors, or legal counterparts seeking proof of authority.
  • Missing or mismatched dates and exhibit references cause processing errors; ensure the effective date aligns with execution and attachments are labeled consistently.
  • Relying on a scanned email signature without an audit trail makes authenticity harder to establish; prefer e-signatures with a certificate of completion or notarial acknowledgement where required.

Key Risks and Potential Consequences

Contract Dispute: Ambiguity can void obligations.
Regulatory Scrutiny: Fines or additional reporting.
Tax Consequences: Incorrect facts trigger audits.
Notarization Failure: Document may be rejected.
Authentication Risk: Signature attribution questioned.
Data Exposure: Sensitive data breach liability.

Practical Tips for Accurate Completion

Adopt these practices to reduce verification friction, avoid rework, and create a defensible record for business attestations.

Use precise, numbered factual statement paragraphs
Structure the letter as short numbered paragraphs, each covering a single fact or affirmation. Precision reduces misinterpretation and simplifies cross-referencing with attached exhibits during audits or due diligence.
Confirm signatory authority with corporate documentation
Attach a corporate resolution, officer certification, or board minutes that confirm the signer’s authority. Clear documentary proof reduces delays when banks or counterparties seek verification.
Include clear exhibit indexing and labels
List attachments in an exhibit index, label each file consistently, and reference exhibit letters or numbers in the body text to prevent lost or mismatched documentation.
Preserve originals and maintain exportable audit trails
Retain signed originals and an exportable audit trail that records timestamps, IP addresses, and authentication events to support legal admissibility and regulatory reviews.

Illustrative Use Cases from Practitioners

These short examples show how organizations applied Business Statement Letters for account onboarding and remote execution while reducing manual processing.

Optica Ventures LLC — Brian Fitzgibbons

Optica used a concise Business Statement Letter to confirm account authority for a new banking relationship, attaching a corporate resolution and EIN documentation for verification.

  • Result: reduced account onboarding time and fewer follow-ups.
  • They reported smoother verifications and fewer follow-up requests, noting "The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers." This reduced manual processing for their staff.

Martin Properties — Tim Martin

A real estate operator used the letter to document tenant defaults and to support administrative actions without repeated in-person signatures.

  • Result: efficient remote processing and compliance.
  • Tim Martin reported, "I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security. Whether on mobile or working offline, I can get forms back to their necessary parties efficiently."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about preparing, signing, notarizing, and retaining Business Statement Letters in the U.S. regulatory context.


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