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THAT the Corporation be and it is hereby authorized to enter into the Share Purchase Agreement; THAT any officer or director of the Corporation, acting alone, be and he is hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of and in the name of the Corporation to execute and deliver the Share Purchase Agreement with such changes as he in his discretion may deem fit, his signature being conclusive proof of the execution of the Share Purchase Agreement by the Corporation, as well as to execute and deliver all such other deeds, documents, instruments in writing and to perform and do all such acts and things as he in his discretion may consider to be necessary, desirable or useful for the purpose of giving effect to this resolution. 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PURCHASED ASSETS 10 2.1 Purchased Assets 10 2.2 Excluded Assets 11 2.3 Leases and Retention of Ownership Agreements 12 2.4 Removal of Purchased Assets 12 2.5 Forward Commitments 12 2.6 Assets Used in the Business 12 3 - PURCHASE AND SALE 12 3.1 Purchase Price 12 3.2 Default 13 3.3 Balance of Price 13 3.4 Allocation of the Purchase Price 13 3.5 No Assumption of Liabilities 13 3.6 Payment of Taxes 14 3.7 Adjustments 14 3.8 Net Worth Adjustment 14 3.9 Disagreement Regarding Adjustment of Purchase Price 14 3.10 Escrow of Purchase Price 14 4 - CLOSING AND CONDITIONS PRECEDENT TO THE SALE 15 4.1 Closing Date 15 4.2 Conditions Precedent to Closing in Favor of the Purchaser 15 4.2.1 Corporate Authorization 15 4.2.2 Statements 15 4.2.3 Truth of Representations and Warranties 15 4.2.4 Compliance with Terms and Conditions 15 4.2.5 Governmental Approvals 16 4.2.6 Approval of Purchaser's Counsel 16 4.2.7 Prohibited Actions 16 4.2.8 Delivery of Documents and Title Deeds 16 4.2.9 Legal Opinion of Seller's Counsel 16 4.2.10 Non-Competition Agreements 16 4.2.11 Residence 16 4.2.12 Bulk Sale Affidavit 17 4.2.13 Tax Election Form 17 4.2.14 Powers of Attorney 17 4.2.15 Consents 17 4.2.16 Due Diligence 17 4.2.17 No Substantial Damage or Adverse Change 17 4.2.18 No Adverse Legislation 17 4.2.19 Delivery of Documents 17 4.3 Conditions Precedent to Closing in Favor of the Seller 18 4.3.1 Letter of Credit 18 4.3.2 Truth of Representations and Warranties 18 4.3.3 Compliance with Terms and Conditions 18 4.3.4 Legal Opinion of Purchaser's Counsel 18 4.4 Risk of Loss 18 4.5 Notification 19 5 - 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EMPLOYEES 31 6.1 List of Non-Unionized Employees 31 6.2 Employment to Non-Unionized Employees 31 6.3 Claims by Non-Unionized Employees 31 6.4 Pension Plan for Employees 31 6.5 Assumption of Collective Agreement 32 6.6 List of Unionized Employees 32 6.7 Offers to Unionized Employees 32 6.8 Short Term and Long Term Disability 33 6.9 Benefit Plans 33 7 - MUTUAL COOPERATION 33 7.1 Conduct of Business Prior to Closing 33 (a) Conduct Business in Ordinary Course 33 (b) Continue Insurance 33 (c) Perform Obligations 33 7.2 Access for Investigation Prior to Closing 33 7.3 Actions to Satisfy Closing Conditions 34 7.4 Transfer of Purchased Assets 34 7.5 Assistance in Judicial Claims 35 7.6 Collection of Receivables 35 7.7 Accounts Receivable 35 7.8 Differentiation of Products 36 8 - MISCELLANEOUS 36 8.1 Successors and Assigns 36 8.2 Brokers 36 8.3 Legal Fees 36 8.4 Public Announcement 36 8.5 Entire Agreement 36 8.6 Notices 37 8.7 Time of Essence 37 8.8 Counterparts 37 9 - GUARANTEE 37 9.1 Intervention of the Guarantor 37 9.2 Indulgence 38 9.3 Disability of Purchaser 38 ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT This Asset Purchase Agreement (the \"Agreement\") is effective [DATE], BETWEEN: [YOUR COMPANY NAME] (the \"Purchaser\"), a company organized and existing under the laws of the [State/Province] of [STATE/PROVINCE], with its head office located at: [YOUR COMPLETE ADDRESS] AND: [FIRST PART] (the \"Company\"), a company organized and existing under the laws of the [State/Province] of [STATE/PROVINCE], with its head office located at: [COMPLETE ADDRESS] AND: [SECOND PART] (the \"Seller\"), a company organized and existing under the laws of the [State/Province] of [STATE/PROVINCE], with its head office located at: [COMPLETE ADDRESS] WHEREAS the Seller carries on the business of [NUMBER] WHEREAS the Seller has agreed to sell and the Purchaser has agreed to purchase certain assets relating to the Business upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. 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This policy ensures that the company is managed in an ethical, transparent, and accountable manner, aligning with regulatory requirements and best practices in corporate governance. It aims to promote the long-term interests of shareholders, while taking into account the interests of other stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, and the community. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE PRINCIPLES Accountability: Ensure the company is accountable to its shareholders and stakeholders. This includes regular reporting, transparent decision-making processes, and a robust system of checks and balances. Transparency: Provide clear and timely information about the company's activities, performance, and governance. This involves regular disclosures, financial reporting, and open communication channels. Integrity: Conduct business with honesty and integrity, adhering to ethical standards. This includes fostering a culture of ethical behavior and ensuring that all employees understand and follow the company's code of conduct. Fairness: Treat all stakeholders fairly and equitably. This means providing equal opportunities, preventing conflicts of interest, and ensuring that decisions are made impartially. Responsibility: Ensure the company meets its legal and regulatory obligations and operates sustainably. This involves maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and implementing policies that promote social and environmental responsibility. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Composition: The Board shall consist of [NUMBER] members, including a mix of executive and non-executive directors. A majority of the Board members shall be independent directors to ensure objectivity and prevent conflicts of interest. The Board shall include a diverse mix of skills, experience, and backgrounds to provide comprehensive oversight and strategic direction. 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It is also required by most buyers, lenders, and title companies as evidence that the seller's officers have authority to complete the transaction.\n","Recitals identifying the company and the purpose of the meeting, a description of the assets to be sold, the approved sale price and material terms, a delegation of signing authority to specific officers, any required conditions precedent, and the dated signatures of the board members present and voting.\n",[213,217,221,225,229,233],{"title":214,"use_case":215,"icon_asset_id":216},"Corporate officers and CEOs","Documenting board approval before executing a major asset sale agreement","persona-ceo",{"title":218,"use_case":219,"icon_asset_id":220},"Corporate attorneys","Preparing the corporate authorization package required to close a transaction","persona-corporate-attorney",{"title":222,"use_case":223,"icon_asset_id":224},"CFOs and finance directors","Satisfying lender or acquirer due-diligence requirements for asset 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Sale","deed-of-sale-real-estate-property-D1172",{"situation":247,"recommended_template":248,"slug":249},"Approving the purchase of assets rather than a sale","Board Resolution Approving Purchase of Assets","board-resolution-approving-purchase-of-assets-D49",{"situation":251,"recommended_template":252,"slug":253},"Authorizing a specific officer to sign contracts on behalf of the board","Board Resolution Authorizing Officer to Sign","board-resolution-authorizing-agreements-renewal-D54",{"situation":255,"recommended_template":256,"slug":257},"Documenting board approval for a merger or acquisition","Board Resolution Approving Merger","board-resolution-approving-amalgamation-D35",{"situation":259,"recommended_template":260,"slug":261},"Approving the sale of shares rather than physical or IP assets","Board Resolution Approving Share Transfer","board-resolution-approving-purchase-of-shares-D5151",{"situation":263,"recommended_template":264,"slug":265},"Recording a unanimous written consent in lieu of a formal meeting","Unanimous Written Consent of Directors","action-by-written-consent-of-shareholders-D22",[267,270,273,276,279,282,285,288,291,294],{"term":268,"definition":269},"Board Resolution","A formal written record of a decision made by a company's board of directors, serving as the official authorization for the action described.",{"term":271,"definition":272},"Recitals","Introductory clauses in a corporate document that state background facts — the company's identity, the date of the meeting, and the purpose of the resolution.",{"term":274,"definition":275},"Quorum","The minimum number of board members who must be present at a meeting for any official vote or resolution to be legally valid under the company's bylaws.",{"term":277,"definition":278},"Delegated Authority","A provision in the resolution granting a named officer the power to sign documents and take actions necessary to complete the authorized transaction.",{"term":280,"definition":281},"Substantially All Assets","A threshold — typically 50–80% of a company's total asset value — that triggers heightened approval requirements such as shareholder consent under corporate statutes.",{"term":283,"definition":284},"Conditions Precedent","Specific events or requirements that must occur before the board's authorization becomes effective or before the sale can be completed.",{"term":286,"definition":287},"Unanimous Written Consent","An alternative to a formal board meeting in which all directors sign a written resolution, producing the same legal effect as a vote taken at a duly convened meeting.",{"term":289,"definition":290},"Minutes","The official written record of a board meeting, including attendance, motions made, votes cast, and resolutions adopted.",{"term":292,"definition":293},"Ultra Vires","An act taken by a corporate officer or director beyond the scope of authority granted by the company's governing documents — potentially void or voidable.",{"term":295,"definition":296},"Fiduciary Duty","The legal obligation of directors to act in the best interests of the company and its shareholders when approving transactions such as asset sales.",[298,303,308,313,318,323,328,333,338],{"name":299,"plain_english":300,"sample_language":301,"common_mistake":302},"Corporate identification and meeting recitals","States the full legal name of the corporation, the date and type of meeting (regular, special, or written consent), and confirms that proper notice was given and a quorum was present.","WHEREAS, [CORPORATION LEGAL NAME], a [STATE/PROVINCE] [ENTITY TYPE] ('Company'), held a [special / regular] meeting of its Board of Directors on [DATE], at which a quorum was present and the following resolutions were duly adopted;","Using a trade name instead of the registered corporate name. If the resolution names the wrong entity, buyers and title companies will reject it as insufficient authority to convey the asset.",{"name":304,"plain_english":305,"sample_language":306,"common_mistake":307},"Asset description and identification","Specifically identifies the asset or assets being sold — by legal description, serial number, registration, or IP registration number — so there is no ambiguity about what the board authorized.","RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the sale of the following asset(s): [FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION / SERIAL NUMBER / ASSET NAME] ('Asset'), currently held by the Company and described in Schedule A attached hereto.","Using a generic description such as 'certain equipment' or 'the property.' Ambiguous asset identification gives buyers grounds to demand additional documentation before closing — or void the transaction.",{"name":309,"plain_english":310,"sample_language":311,"common_mistake":312},"Approved sale price and material terms","Records the purchase price the board has authorized, the payment structure (lump sum, installments, or earn-out), and any material conditions such as representations, warranties, or indemnities.","RESOLVED, that the Board approves the sale of the Asset to [BUYER NAME] for an aggregate purchase price of $[AMOUNT], payable as follows: $[DEPOSIT] upon execution and $[BALANCE] at closing on or before [DATE], on the terms set forth in the Asset Purchase Agreement dated [DATE].","Approving a price range rather than a specific amount. A resolution that says 'not less than $X' gives officers discretion that may exceed what the board intended and creates audit and fiduciary exposure.",{"name":314,"plain_english":315,"sample_language":316,"common_mistake":317},"Authorization to execute transaction documents","Delegates authority to one or more named officers to sign the asset purchase agreement, bill of sale, deed, assignment, and any related closing documents on behalf of the corporation.","RESOLVED, that [OFFICER TITLE] [OFFICER NAME], and/or [OFFICER TITLE] [OFFICER NAME], acting individually, are each hereby authorized and directed to negotiate, execute, and deliver on behalf of the Company any and all documents necessary to consummate the sale of the Asset.","Authorizing an officer by title only without naming the individual. If the title is ambiguous or the role is vacant, third parties cannot confirm authority and closing is delayed.",{"name":319,"plain_english":320,"sample_language":321,"common_mistake":322},"Representations and compliance confirmation","States that the sale does not violate the company's articles, bylaws, any existing agreements, or applicable law, and that any required consents — from lenders, partners, or regulators — have been or will be obtained.","RESOLVED, that the Board confirms the sale of the Asset does not conflict with the Company's articles of incorporation, bylaws, or any material agreement to which the Company is a party, and that all required third-party consents, regulatory approvals, and lien releases shall be obtained prior to closing.","Skipping the compliance confirmation entirely. If the asset is encumbered by a loan covenant or security interest, selling without confirming lender consent can trigger a default or void the transfer.",{"name":324,"plain_english":325,"sample_language":326,"common_mistake":327},"Shareholder approval confirmation or waiver","Records whether shareholder approval is required under statute, the company's bylaws, or the nature of the transaction — and confirms it has been obtained or that the transaction falls below the threshold requiring it.","RESOLVED, that the Board has determined that the proposed sale [does not constitute / constitutes] a sale of substantially all of the Company's assets within the meaning of [APPLICABLE STATUTE], and that [no shareholder approval is required / shareholder approval was obtained by written consent dated [DATE]].","Ignoring the substantially-all-assets test. Many corporate statutes require shareholder approval when a sale exceeds 50–80% of total asset value — proceeding without that approval exposes the transaction to rescission.",{"name":329,"plain_english":330,"sample_language":331,"common_mistake":332},"Conditions precedent and closing mechanics","Lists any conditions that must be satisfied before the sale closes — due diligence completion, regulatory clearance, lien release, or third-party consents — and specifies the expected closing date.","RESOLVED, that the authorization granted herein is conditioned upon: (a) completion of buyer's due diligence to buyer's satisfaction; (b) release of all liens on the Asset by [LIENHOLDER]; and (c) receipt of all required regulatory approvals, in each case on or before [CLOSING DATE].","Omitting conditions precedent and authorizing an unconditional sale before lender releases or regulatory clearances are confirmed. This forces a second resolution or a retroactive written consent if conditions are not met on time.",{"name":334,"plain_english":335,"sample_language":336,"common_mistake":337},"Ratification of prior acts","Confirms and ratifies any actions already taken by officers in connection with the proposed sale — such as signing a letter of intent or engaging a broker — before the formal resolution was adopted.","RESOLVED, that all acts, transactions, and agreements undertaken by the officers of the Company in connection with the negotiation and preparation of the sale of the Asset prior to the date of this resolution are hereby ratified, confirmed, and approved in all respects.","Omitting ratification when officers have already signed an LOI or term sheet. Without it, prior acts may be characterized as unauthorized, complicating title insurance and buyer counsel review.",{"name":339,"plain_english":340,"sample_language":341,"common_mistake":342},"Certification and signatures","Records the vote count or unanimous consent, identifies each signing director by name and title, and includes the date and corporate seal block where required.","The foregoing resolutions were duly adopted by the Board of Directors of [CORPORATION LEGAL NAME] on [DATE], by a vote of [X] in favor, [X] opposed, and [X] abstaining. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned directors have executed this resolution as of the date first written above.","Recording the vote count incorrectly or omitting abstentions. An inaccurate vote tally undermines the resolution's validity if challenged, particularly when the margin is close or a director has a conflict of interest.",[344,349,354,359,364,369,374],{"step":345,"title":346,"description":347,"tip":348},1,"Confirm board authority in the company's governing documents","Review the corporation's bylaws and articles of incorporation to confirm that the board has authority to approve this sale and to check whether shareholder approval is required based on the asset's value relative to total company assets.","Pull the most recent balance sheet to calculate whether the asset exceeds the substantially-all-assets threshold — typically 50–80% of total asset value depending on jurisdiction.",{"step":350,"title":351,"description":352,"tip":353},2,"Enter the corporation's full legal name and meeting details","Use the registered corporate name exactly as it appears in your state or provincial filing — not a trade name or DBA. Record the exact date, time, and location (or confirm written consent in lieu of meeting) and verify that a quorum of directors was present.","If you are using unanimous written consent instead of a meeting, replace all meeting references with the consent date and confirm every director signs.",{"step":355,"title":356,"description":357,"tip":358},3,"Describe the asset with full legal specificity","Identify the asset using its legal description (for real property), serial or VIN number (for equipment and vehicles), patent or trademark registration number (for IP), or a line-item description keyed to the company's fixed-asset register. Attach as Schedule A if the description is lengthy.","Match the asset description exactly to how it appears in the title, deed, or registration — even minor discrepancies can delay closing with a title company.",{"step":360,"title":361,"description":362,"tip":363},4,"Record the approved purchase price and payment structure","Enter the exact purchase price, deposit amount, balance due at closing, and the expected closing date. If the sale includes earn-out components or seller financing, reference the asset purchase agreement rather than trying to summarize complex terms in the resolution itself.","Never approve a range — specify a floor only if your bylaws explicitly require it. A precise number prevents officers from accepting less without further board action.",{"step":365,"title":366,"description":367,"tip":368},5,"Name the authorized officers by title and full name","List the specific individuals authorized to sign closing documents — CEO, CFO, President, or Secretary — by both title and legal name. If two officers must act jointly, state that clearly; if either can act individually, state that as well.","Providing both title and name protects against ambiguity if the officer changes roles between the resolution date and the closing date.",{"step":370,"title":371,"description":372,"tip":373},6,"Confirm compliance and identify required consents","Review the company's existing loan agreements, partnership agreements, and operating contracts for any consent requirements triggered by the asset sale. List required lender releases, regulatory approvals, or partner consents in the conditions-precedent clause.","Call your lender's counsel before signing — security agreements often require written consent to sell collateral, and failing to obtain it can accelerate the loan.",{"step":375,"title":376,"description":377,"tip":378},7,"Record the vote, collect signatures, and file with corporate records","Document the vote count accurately, have each director sign, and attach the resolution to the official board meeting minutes. Provide a certified copy to the buyer, title company, and any other party requiring evidence of authority.","Have the corporate secretary certify the resolution with a certificate of secretary — many title companies and lenders require this specific form rather than accepting a bare resolution.",[380,384,388,392],{"mistake":381,"why_it_matters":382,"fix":383},"Using a trade name instead of the registered corporate name","Title companies, buyers' attorneys, and recording offices match the selling entity exactly against registered ownership records. A name mismatch requires a corrective instrument and can delay or kill a closing.","Pull the current certificate of good standing or corporate registry record and copy the legal name character-for-character into the resolution.",{"mistake":385,"why_it_matters":386,"fix":387},"Omitting a specific asset description","A vague description like 'certain real property' or 'the equipment' does not constitute adequate authority. Buyers and lenders will require a supplemental resolution or affidavit, adding cost and delay.","Attach a Schedule A with the full legal description, serial number, or registration number of every asset being sold, and cross-reference it in the resolution body.",{"mistake":389,"why_it_matters":390,"fix":391},"Skipping the substantially-all-assets analysis","Most corporate statutes require shareholder approval when a sale involves substantially all of a company's assets — typically 50–80% of total value. Proceeding without it exposes the transaction to shareholder challenge and potential rescission.","Calculate the sold asset's value as a percentage of total company assets using the most recent audited or reviewed balance sheet. If the threshold is close, obtain shareholder approval before closing.",{"mistake":393,"why_it_matters":394,"fix":395},"Authorizing an officer by title only without naming the individual","If the officer's title is shared by multiple people, or the role is vacant between the resolution date and closing, third parties cannot confirm who actually has authority — and may refuse to accept signed documents.","Always name the authorized individual by full legal name and title. If the officer changes before closing, adopt a new or amended resolution naming the current officeholder.",[397,400,403,406,409,412,415,418,421],{"question":398,"answer":399},"What is a board resolution approving sale of assets?","A board resolution approving sale of assets is a formal corporate document in which a company's board of directors votes to authorize the sale of one or more specified assets. It records the board's decision in writing, identifies the assets, states the approved price and terms, and delegates authority to named officers to sign closing documents on the company's behalf. Most buyers, lenders, and title companies require a certified copy before a transaction can close.\n",{"question":401,"answer":402},"When is a board resolution required for an asset sale?","A board resolution is typically required whenever a company's bylaws, articles of incorporation, or applicable corporate statute require board-level authorization for significant disposals. As a practical matter, most buyers and their counsel require one for any material asset sale as part of closing due diligence — to confirm that the officer signing the bill of sale or deed actually has authority. Real estate transactions almost always require one for recording purposes.\n",{"question":404,"answer":405},"Does an asset sale always require shareholder approval?","Not always. Routine asset disposals in the ordinary course of business typically require only board approval. However, most corporate statutes — Delaware DGCL Section 271, CBCA Section 189, and their equivalents — require shareholder approval when the sale involves substantially all of a company's assets, generally interpreted as 50–80% of total asset value. The resolution should confirm whether this threshold is crossed and document any shareholder consent obtained.\n",{"question":407,"answer":408},"What is the difference between a board resolution and board meeting minutes?","Board meeting minutes are the comprehensive record of everything discussed and decided at a meeting — attendance, agenda items, debate, and all votes taken. A board resolution is the specific formal decision extracted from those minutes for use as a standalone authorization document. The resolution is typically certified by the corporate secretary and provided to third parties; the full minutes remain in the company's internal records.\n",{"question":410,"answer":411},"Can a board resolution be adopted without a formal meeting?","Yes. Most corporate statutes permit directors to act by unanimous written consent in lieu of a meeting, provided all directors entitled to vote sign the written consent. This is common for routine or time-sensitive authorizations. The written consent has the same legal effect as a resolution adopted at a duly convened meeting and should be filed with the corporation's minute book.\n",{"question":413,"answer":414},"What assets require a board resolution for their sale?","Any asset material enough to require board authorization under the company's governing documents typically needs a resolution — real estate, significant equipment, vehicles, intellectual property, investment securities, or a business division. For smaller businesses, even the sale of a key piece of equipment or a domain name may warrant one to create a clean authority trail. When in doubt, adopting a resolution costs less than litigating authority after closing.\n",{"question":416,"answer":417},"Who needs to sign a board resolution?","The resolution itself is signed by the directors present and voting — or by all directors in the case of unanimous written consent. In addition, most third parties require the corporate secretary (or assistant secretary) to certify a copy of the resolution, confirming that it was duly adopted, that the signatories are current directors, and that the resolution remains in full force and effect as of the certification date.\n",{"question":419,"answer":420},"What happens if a company sells assets without a board resolution?","Selling assets without proper board authorization can expose the transaction to challenge as ultra vires — beyond the officer's actual authority. Buyers who fail to verify authorization risk receiving title they cannot defend. Directors who approved or facilitated an unauthorized sale may face personal liability for breach of fiduciary duty. Title insurance companies will typically exclude coverage for any claim arising from defective corporate authorization.\n",{"question":422,"answer":423},"Does a board resolution for an asset sale need to be notarized?","In most jurisdictions, a board resolution itself does not require notarization to be legally effective. However, some real estate conveyances require a notarized corporate acknowledgment on the deed, and some states require a notarized certification of secretary. Check the recording requirements of the jurisdiction where the asset is located, particularly for real property transactions.\n",[425,429,433,437],{"industry":426,"icon_asset_id":427,"specifics":428},"Manufacturing","industry-manufacturing","Equipment disposals, facility sales, and production-line asset transfers all require board authorization, with lender consent typically needed to release security interests on financed machinery.",{"industry":430,"icon_asset_id":431,"specifics":432},"Real Estate","industry-real-estate","Title companies universally require a certified board resolution before recording a deed from a corporate seller, and the resolution must match the grantor name on the title exactly.",{"industry":434,"icon_asset_id":435,"specifics":436},"Technology / SaaS","industry-saas","IP asset sales — patents, trademarks, source code, and domain portfolios — require a resolution that specifically identifies each registered asset by registration number and confirms no conflicting license agreements.",{"industry":438,"icon_asset_id":439,"specifics":440},"Professional Services","industry-professional-services","Client list or book-of-business sales, common in accounting and insurance firm transfers, require the resolution to address any client consent obligations and professional regulatory approvals.",[442,444,447,450],{"vs":248,"vs_template_id":249,"summary":443},"A purchase resolution authorizes the company to acquire assets, creating obligations as buyer — funding, due diligence, and representations about payment. A sale resolution authorizes disposing of assets already owned, focusing on authority to convey title and receive proceeds. Both are needed when a single transaction involves exchanging one asset for another.",{"vs":107,"vs_template_id":445,"summary":446},"asset-purchase-agreement-D12861","The asset purchase agreement is the binding commercial contract between buyer and seller setting out representations, warranties, price, and closing mechanics. The board resolution is the internal corporate authorization proving the seller's officers have authority to sign that agreement. Third parties require both — the agreement is the deal; the resolution is the authorization to make the deal.",{"vs":124,"vs_template_id":448,"summary":449},"bill-of-sale-D13481","A bill of sale is the document that actually transfers title to tangible personal property at closing — it is the instrument of conveyance. The board resolution authorizes the transaction and empowers officers to sign the bill of sale. Without the resolution, the bill of sale may lack valid corporate authority; without the bill of sale, the resolution alone does not transfer ownership.",{"vs":451,"vs_template_id":452,"summary":453},"Corporate Bylaws","corporate-bylaws-D12843","Corporate bylaws are the standing governance rules that determine when and how the board must act — including what vote threshold or asset value triggers board or shareholder approval for a sale. The board resolution is the specific action taken in compliance with those rules for a particular transaction. The bylaws set the framework; the resolution documents execution within that framework.",{"use_template":455,"template_plus_review":459,"custom_drafted":463},{"best_for":456,"cost":457,"time":458},"Routine asset disposals where the asset is clearly identified, the sale price is below material thresholds, and no lender consent or regulatory approval is required","Free","30–60 minutes",{"best_for":460,"cost":461,"time":462},"Real estate sales, IP transfers, transactions requiring lender releases, or sales approaching the substantially-all-assets threshold","$300–$800","1–3 days",{"best_for":464,"cost":465,"time":466},"Sales of substantially all assets, transactions involving shareholder approval, cross-border asset disposals, or assets subject to regulatory oversight","$1,500–$5,000+","1–2 weeks",[468,473,478,483],{"code":469,"name":470,"flag_asset_id":471,"note":472},"us","United States","flag-us","Delaware General Corporation Law Section 271 requires shareholder approval for the sale of substantially all assets — a threshold courts have interpreted as any sale that quantitatively and qualitatively leaves the corporation without the ability to conduct its business. Most other states follow similar rules. Real estate asset sales require a resolution that matches the deed grantor name exactly for recording. The FTC may require Hart-Scott-Rodino filing for large transactions.",{"code":474,"name":475,"flag_asset_id":476,"note":477},"ca","Canada","flag-ca","Canada Business Corporations Act Section 189 requires approval by two-thirds of voting shareholders for sales of all or substantially all of a corporation's assets outside the ordinary course of business. Provincial statutes (OBCA, BCBCA, ABCA) have equivalent provisions with similar thresholds. Quebec requires French-language versions of corporate documents for provincially regulated entities. Shareholder dissent and appraisal rights apply under most provincial statutes.",{"code":479,"name":480,"flag_asset_id":481,"note":482},"uk","United Kingdom","flag-uk","Under the Companies Act 2006, substantial property transactions with directors or connected persons require shareholder approval under Section 190. Sales of a material portion of the business may require shareholder approval under the UK Listing Rules for listed companies. The resolution should confirm compliance with any restrictions in the company's articles of association and confirm that no competing fiduciary interests exist among voting directors.",{"code":484,"name":485,"flag_asset_id":486,"note":487},"eu","European Union","flag-eu","EU member states implement their own company law frameworks, but most require board authorization for significant asset disposals and shareholder approval when the sale constitutes a substantial portion of company assets. The EU Merger Regulation applies to large cross-border transactions meeting turnover thresholds. GDPR considerations arise when the assets being sold include customer databases or personal data — the resolution should reference a separate data transfer impact assessment.",[249,489,490,491,253,492,493,494,495,496,265,497],"asset-purchase-agreement-D928","bill-of-sale-D1229","corporate-governance-policy-D13943","non-disclosure-agreement-nda-D12692","letter-of-intent_acquisition-of-business-D5197","checklist-customer-due-diligence-D13916","indemnification-agreement-D12864","board-meeting-minutes-D13904","executive-secretary-job-description-D11653",{"emit_how_to":207,"emit_defined_term":207},{"primary_folder":116,"secondary_folder":500,"document_type":501,"industry":502,"business_stage":503,"tags":504,"confidence":509},"equity-and-mergers","resolution","general","exit",[503,505,506,507,508],"governance","board-resolution","asset-sale","authorization",0.95,"\u003Ch2>What is a Board Resolution Approving Sale of Assets?\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>A \u003Cstrong>Board Resolution Approving Sale of Assets\u003C/strong> is a formal corporate authorization document in which a company's board of directors votes to approve the disposal of one or more specified assets and delegates signing authority to named officers. It records the board's decision in binding written form — identifying the assets, the approved price and terms, any conditions that must be satisfied before closing, and the individuals empowered to execute the transaction documents on the company's behalf. The resolution functions as the corporate authority trail that connects the board's decision to every downstream closing document: the asset purchase agreement, the bill of sale, the deed, and any assignment instruments.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Why You Need This Document\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Without a properly adopted board resolution, the officers signing your closing documents may lack provable authority — and buyers, title companies, and lenders will not close without it. A missing or defective resolution can stall a real estate recording, trigger a title insurance exclusion, or expose the transaction to rescission by a shareholder who argues the sale exceeded officer authority. The consequences are not hypothetical: courts in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom have voided asset transfers that lacked adequate corporate authorization, forcing expensive corrective proceedings or returning assets to sellers. Beyond protecting the transaction itself, a well-drafted resolution protects your directors by documenting that the sale was approved through a proper governance process — essential evidence if a fiduciary-duty claim is ever raised. This template gives you a structured, jurisdiction-aware starting point that covers every material authorization element, so your officers walk into closing with clean authority and your records reflect a complete governance trail.\u003C/p>\n",1781186017895]