This is a template of a simple contract that can fit a wide variety of agreements. This
template provides for the name of the contracting parties, the date of the agreement, the
terms of the agreement, and the consideration used. For a contract to be valid and
binding, both parties must furnish some type of consideration, or they must exchange
something of value. This template can serve as a guideline or sample an individual or
business can use to customize any type of contractual agreement.
Simple Contract
This Contract is entered into by and between ________________, [Instruction: insert the name
and then choose the appropriate identifying language from the following choices: “AN
INDIVIDUAL” OR “A ________________ [Instruction: insert applicable state]
CORPORATION” OR “A ________________ [Instruction: insert applicable state]
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY” OR “A PARTNERSHIP” OR OTHER TYPE OF
BUSINESS ENTITY] (“First Party”), and ________________, [Instruction: insert the name
and then choose the appropriate identifying language from the following choices: “AN
INDIVIDUAL” OR “A ________________ [Instruction: insert applicable state]
CORPORATION” OR “A ________________ [Instruction: insert applicable state]
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY” OR “A PARTNERSHIP” OR OTHER TYPE OF
BUSINESS ENTITY] (“Second Party”), collectively referred to as the “Parties.” The term of
this Agreement shall begin on________________________ [Instruction: insert date] and shall
continue through its termination date of ______________________ [Instruction: insert date].
The specific terms of this Contract are as follows:
1. ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
_________________
2. ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________
3. ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
______________
[Instruction: in the above paragraphs describe the agreed upon terms of the contract.
Insert additional paragraphs as needed. Delete unnecessary paragraphs as required.]
4. In consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, the First Party covenants
and agrees that it shall
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
______________
5. In consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein the Second Party covenants
and agrees that it shall
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________________
____________________
[Instruction: in the above paragraphs describe the specific agreed upon duties of each party
to the contract. Insert additional paragraphs as needed. Delete unnecessary paragraphs as
required.]
6. This Contract may not be modified in any manner unless in writing and signed by both
Parties. This document and any attachments hereto constitute the entire agreement
between the Parties. This Contract shall be binding upon the Parties, their successors,
heirs and assigns and shall be enforced under the laws of the State of ____________
[Instruction: insert applicable state].
It is agreed. As evidenced by the signatures below, the Parties agree to be bound by the terms of
this Agreement.
________________ [Instruction: Insert Business Name of First Party (if applicable)]
_____________________________________________
________________ [Instruction: Insert Printed Name and Title (if applicable)]
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
________________ [Instruction: Insert Street address, city, state and Zip code]
Date: _________________, ___
________________ [Instruction: Insert Business Name of First Party (if applicable)]
_____________________________________________
________________ [Instruction: Insert Printed Name and Title (if applicable)]
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
________________ [Instruction: Insert Street address, city, state and Zip code]
Date: _________________, ___
[Note: Insert additional signature blocks as necessary.]
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