Business Valuation Template

Business Valuation Template

This Business Valuation Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of by and between:

Whereas

WHEREAS, Valuation Provider: is engaged in the business of providing independent business valuation and advisory services and is duly qualified to perform the valuation described herein;

WHEREAS, Client Name: is the owner or authorized representative of the subject business identified as Business Name: and requests a valuation for the purpose described below;

WHEREAS, the parties wish to set forth the scope, assumptions, compensation, confidentiality obligations and other terms governing the engagement described in this Agreement.

Scope of Work

Valuation Parameters

Valuation Date:    Purpose of Valuation:

Income Approach    Market Approach    Asset Approach    Other:

Assumptions and Limiting Conditions

Payment Terms

Balance Due Within days of invoice.

Late fee of % per month on overdue balances, compounded monthly. Minimum late fee: $

Delivery

Estimated Delivery: days following receipt of required documentation and initial deposit. Specific deliverables: final written valuation report and executive summary, unless otherwise agreed.

Term and Termination

Engagement Start Date:    Engagement End Date (if applicable):

Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice of days to the other party. Termination will not relieve Client of obligation to pay for work performed and expenses incurred up to the effective date of termination.

Confidentiality

Each party agrees to maintain in confidence all non-public information disclosed by the other party in connection with this engagement and to use such information solely for the purposes of performing obligations under this Agreement. Confidential information does not include information that is or becomes publicly available other than by breach of this Agreement, or is already known by the receiving party without obligation of confidentiality. The Valuation Provider shall not disclose the Client's confidential financial information to third parties except as required by law or with Client's prior written consent.

Recipient acknowledges that unauthorized disclosure could cause irreparable harm and consents to injunctive relief in addition to any other remedies.

By checking this box the signatory certifies that they have read and accept the confidentiality terms set forth above.

Liability and Reliance

The Valuation Provider will perform services in a professional manner consistent with industry standards. Client acknowledges that valuation conclusions are opinions based on available information and assumptions. Except for gross negligence or willful misconduct, the Valuation Provider's total liability to Client for any claim arising out of this engagement shall not exceed the total fees paid under this Agreement.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflicts of law principles.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, including any attached engagement letter or exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations and understandings, whether written or oral. No amendment or modification will be binding unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Acceptance

The parties hereto have read and understand this Agreement and agree to be bound by its terms. Execution by electronic signature or other electronic means shall be deemed an original signature for all purposes and shall have the same force and effect as an original signature.

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