A North Dakota Partnership Buy-Sell Agreement Fixing Value and Requiring Sale by Estate of Deceased Partner to Survivor in a Two-Person Partnership with Each Partner Owning 50% of the Partnership is a legally binding agreement that outlines the procedures regarding the transfer of ownership in the event of the death of one partner. This type of agreement is commonly used to ensure a smooth transition and avoid potential conflicts between surviving partners and the estate of the deceased partner. Keywords: 1. North Dakota Partnership Buy-Sell Agreement: This refers to a legal contract specific to partnership agreements in the state of North Dakota. It outlines the terms and conditions for buying and selling partnership interests. 2. Fixing Value: This indicates that the agreement includes a predetermined method for establishing the value of the partnership interest upon the death of a partner. 3. Requiring Sale by Estate: This clause states that the estate of the deceased partner is obligated to sell their share of the partnership to the surviving partner(s) rather than seeking alternative avenues for transferring ownership. 4. Deceased Partner to Survivor: This highlights the transfer of the deceased partner's ownership stake to the surviving partner. Possible variations or types of North Dakota Partnership Buy-Sell Agreement Fixing Value and Requiring Sale by Estate of Deceased Partner to Survivor in Two-Person Partnership with Each Partner Owning 50% of Partnership could include: 1. Fixed Price Buy-Sell Agreement: Sets a specific price at which the surviving partner(s) will purchase the deceased partner's interest, ensuring a predetermined value for easy transfer. 2. Formula-Based Buy-Sell Agreement: Employs a pre-determined formula, such as a multiple of earnings or book value, to determine the value of the partnership interest upon the death of a partner. 3. Appraisal-Based Buy-Sell Agreement: Requires the use of an independent appraiser to establish the fair market value of the partnership interest, ensuring an unbiased valuation. 4. Shotgun Buy-Sell Agreement: Allows one partner to initiate the sale process by setting a price at which either they must buy the other partner's interest or sell their own interest at that same price, thus forcing the other partner to decide. Note: These variations or types may have additional specifications and can be further customized to meet specific partnership needs and circumstances.