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The marketing consultant agreement defines the business relationship between a consultant and the company they’ve been hired to assist. The role of the marketing consultant is to provide expert advice on how to position the company’s product in order to interest and expand its consumer base. The agreement will enable the hiring company and consultant to clearly define the type of services rendered, the term of the agreement, the compensation for the work, and all other provisions to which both parties must adhere. The contract becomes legally binding upon the inscription of signatures.
A web development retainer agreement ensures a client that a web developer is committed to performing work for them at a future date. The client will make an advance payment known as a “retainer fee” which is often required before the developer begins rendering services. While this fee guarantees the developer’s commitment to the client, it does not promise the successful completion of the intended duties or the quality of the final outcome. Additional charges may also be imposed upon the client if the total service fee is not covered by the funds provided in the initial deposit.
A website design non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is used to protect confidential information that a company shares with a web designer. The confidential information should be described as detailed as possible. If the web designer shares any source code, backend data, or any other proprietary information, they could be held liable and subject to damages.
A letter of intent or “LOI” is non-binding between two (2) parties who intend to create a formal agreement at a later time. The letter expresses the “intent” of both parties that will be the basis of a formal contract. It is recommended to include a clause stating whether the document is binding or non-binding to avoid legal issues. If not, a court may deem any of the terms mentioned in the letter as binding and enforceable.
A loan agreement is a written agreement between a lender that lends money to a borrower in exchange for repayment plus interest. The borrower will be required to pay back the loan in accordance with a payment schedule unless a balloon payment is required.
A rent-to-own lease agreement is a standard rental contract with an added option for the tenant to purchase the property. This arrangement is common for homeowners seeking to collect rent on their homes and possibly sell to the tenant at a pre-negotiated price. Financing is commonly provided by the owner if they have no mortgage on the property.
A business purchase letter of intent outlines a proposed purchase arrangement between a buyer and seller. At the decision of the buyer and seller, the letter may be considered binding, although, usually the letter sets up the framework of a formal agreement that will be drafted at a later time.
A cease and desist letter is sent to immediately stop an individual or entity from continuing a specified action. This is commonly the last resort before a lawsuit, usually, an injunction is filed. The letter should reveal the grounds of the claim and the infringing party’s right to cure the issue. A response from the recipient is required, within a set time frame, to acknowledge or refute the claims. Afterward, if the infringing party continues the unauthorized use or continues the actions stated in the cease and desist letter, a lawsuit may be filed in the court of proper jurisdiction. Certified Mail with Return Receipt – Highly recommended to verify that the letter was delivered. This receipt may be used later if a lawsuit is filed to show the defendant has issued the notice.
A demand letter for payment is a request for money owed that is commonly the last notice to the debtor. The party owed should include language that motivates the debtor to make a payment. Incentives, such as a discount if the debtor decides to pay or threatening to send the debt to collections occasionally can help to influence resolving the matter.
A software development non-disclosure agreement (NDA) allows a company to safely share confidential technology with a third party. This is common when working with a contractor that agrees to help improve or collaborate on the owner’s software. If the contractor shares the software information, they could be liable for legal and financial damages.