A lot of parents decide to homeschool their kids instead of sending them to public school. To get started, a letter or notice of intent to homeschool is often the first step in filing paperwork.

The letter of intent is a document that outlines an anticipated purchase agreement between two or more parties before contracts are finalized. This is similar to a term sheet and may also be referred ...

Show me a letter of intent and I'll show you an invitation to a dispute — typically over unpaid work. A good example is a recent case involving an excavator. The general contractor directed the sub to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I’m an investment sales broker and real estate investor based in NYC. When buying property, to submit the most serious offer, it’s ...

Think of the letter of intent (LOI) as a starting pistol. Once fired, the acquisition process begins, and it’s all hands on deck to complete the acquisition as quickly and easily as possible. While ...

After submitting your supplemental applications, it is normal to experience a lull before you receive your first interview offer. Most applicants find this waiting period unsettling, especially if ...

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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 ...