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In acquisitions of privately held companies, a letter of intent/term sheet is often entered into by both parties. The purpose of the letter of intent is to ensure there is a “meeting of the minds” on ...

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LOIs start negotiations and clarify initial deal points but are not legally binding. Common in real estate and M&A, LOIs signal readiness to engage in due diligence. Terms in an LOI often evolve as ...