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North Carolina
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6531
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82-1518164
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(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization) |
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(Primary Standard Industrial
Classification Code Number) |
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(I.R.S. Employer
Identification Number) |
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Large accelerated filer
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Accelerated filer
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Non-accelerated filer
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Smaller reporting company
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Emerging growth company
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Per Share
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Total
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Initial public offering price
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Underwriting discount(1)
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Proceeds, before expenses, to us
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| | | $ | | | | | | $ | | | |
Proceeds to Selling Shareholder
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| | | $ | | | | | | $ | | | |
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| | | | F-1 | | |
| Arizona | | | Illinois | | | North Carolina | |
| Arkansas | | | Indiana | | | Ohio | |
| California | | | Kentucky | | | Oregon | |
| Colorado | | | Louisiana | | | South Carolina | |
| District of Columbia | | | Maryland | | | Tennessee | |
| Florida | | | Nebraska | | | Texas | |
| Georgia | | | Nevada | | | Virginia | |
| Hawaii | | | New Jersey | | | Washington | |
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Years ended December 31,
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2017
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2018
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2018
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2019
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Statement of Operations Data: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Revenue
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| | | $ | 55,378,037 | | | | | $ | 77,305,562 | | | | | $ | 59,320,554 | | | | | $ | 78,017,017 | | |
Cost of revenue
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| | | | 51,902,836 | | | | | | 73,436,660 | | | | | | 55,891,217 | | | | | | 73,197,739 | | |
Gross profit
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| | | | 3,475,201 | | | | | | 3,868,902 | | | | | | 3,429,337 | | | | | | 4,819,278 | | |
General and administrative
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| | | | 3,502,850 | | | | | | 5,130,920 | | | | | | 3,295,713 | | | | | | 7,334,534 | | |
Marketing
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| | | | 315,942 | | | | | | 255,090 | | | | | | 280,604 | | | | | | 159,432 | | |
Total operating expenses
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| | | | 3,818,792 | | | | | | 5,386,010 | | | | | | 3,576,317 | | | | | | 7,493,966 | | |
Loss from operations
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| | | | (343,591) | | | | | | (1,517,108) | | | | | | (146,980) | | | | | | (2,674,688) | | |
Other (expense), net | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest (expense), net
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| | | | (76,971) | | | | | | (102,123) | | | | | | (74,848) | | | | | | (81,816) | | |
Other income (expense)
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| | | | — | | | | | | (16,819) | | | | | | — | | | | | | 1,643 | | |
Other (expense), net
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| | | | (76,971) | | | | | | (118,942) | | | | | | (74,848) | | | | | | (80,173) | | |
Loss from operations before income taxes
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| | | | (420,562) | | | | | | (1,636,050) | | | | | | (221,828) | | | | | | (2,754,861) | | |
Income tax expense (benefit)
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| | | | — | | | | | | 27,155 | | | | | | — | | | | | | (7,980) | | |
Net loss
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| | | | (420,562) | | | | | | (1,663,205) | | | | | | (221,828) | | | | | | (2,746,881) | | |
Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
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| | | | | | | | | $ | (0.04) | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (0.06) | | |
Weighted average common shares outstanding | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
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| | | | | | | | | | 38,955,107 | | | | | | | | | | | | 46,075,924 | | |
Pro forma Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
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| | | $ | (0.01) | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (0.01) | | | | | | | | |
Pro forma Weighted average common shares outstanding
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Basic and Diluted
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| | | | 32,455,711 | | | | | | | | | | | | 37,125,511 | | | | | | | | |
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As of December 31,
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As of September 30,
2019 |
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2017
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2018
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Balance Sheet Data: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents
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| | | $ | 154,438 | | | | | $ | 1,008,538 | | | | | $ | 1,055,028 | | |
Working capital(1)
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| | | | 369,086 | | | | | | 525,791 | | | | | | (367,267) | | |
Total assets
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| | | | 2,635,320 | | | | | | 3,834,139 | | | | | | 3,117,604 | | |
Loan payable, net of current portion
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| | | | 68,988 | | | | | | 52,188 | | | | | | 39,395 | | |
Note payable
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| | | | 400,000 | | | | | | 500,000 | | | | | | 500,000 | | |
Lease liability, net of current portion
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| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 121,259 | | |
Total stockholders’ equity (deficit)
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| | | | 180,933 | | | | | | 232,042 | | | | | | (359,740) | | |
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As of September 30, 2019
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Actual
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Pro Forma
as Adjusted |
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Pro Forma
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Cash and cash equivalents
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| | | $ | 1,055,028 | | | |
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Notes Payable
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| | | | 500,000 | | | | | | | | |
Loan Payable (including short-term maturities of $17,020)
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| | | | 56,415 | | | | | | | | |
Total Long-Term Debt
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| | | | 556,415 | | | | | | | | |
Stockholders’ equity: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common stock, $0.00 par value, 100,000,000 authorized and 46,719,768 shares issued and outstanding, actual; [•] shares authorized, [•] shares issued and outstanding, as adjusted
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Additional paid-in-capital
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| | | | 4,442,411 | | | | | | | | |
Accumulated deficit
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| | | | (4,802,151) | | | | | | | | |
Total stockholders’ equity (deficit)
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| | | | (359,740) | | | | | | | | |
Total Capitalization
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| | | | 196,675 | | | | | | | | |
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Assumed initial public offering price
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| | | $ | | | |
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Pro forma net tangible book value per share as of September 30, 2019
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| | | $ | (0.02) | | |
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Increase per share attributable to this offering
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| | | $ | | | |
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Pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share after this offering
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| | | $ | | | |
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Net tangible book value dilution per share to investors in this offering
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| | | $ | | |
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Shares Purchased
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Total Consideration
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Average Price
per Share |
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Existing Shareholders
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New Investors
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Total | | | | | | | | | | % | | | | | | | | | | | % | | | | | | | |
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December 31,
2017 |
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December 31,
2018 |
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Change
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September 30,
2018 |
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September 30,
2019 |
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Change
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Agents
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| | | | 1,734 | | | | | | 2,724 | | | | | | 57% | | | | | | 2,507 | | | | | | 3,629 | | | | | | 45% | | |
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Three months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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Revenue
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| | | $ | 23,075,575 | | | | | $ | 32,089,978 | | | | | $ | 9,014,403 | | | | | | 39% | | |
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Three months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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Cost of revenue
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| | | $ | 22,167,756 | | | | | $ | 30,318,582 | | | | | $ | 8,150,826 | | | | | | 37% | | |
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Three months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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General and administrative
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| | | $ | 972,595 | | | | | $ | 1,927,407 | | | | | $ | 954,812 | | | | | | 98% | | |
Marketing
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| | | $ | 83,600 | | | | | $ | 55,483 | | | | | $ | (28,117) | | | | | | (34)% | | |
Total operating expenses
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| | | $ | 1,056,195 | | | | | $ | 1,982,890 | | | | | $ | 926,695 | | | | | | 88% | | |
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Nine months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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Revenue
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| | | $ | 59,320,554 | | | | | $ | 78,017,017 | | | | | $ | 18,696,463 | | | | | | 32% | | |
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Nine months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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Cost of revenue
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| | | $ | 55,891,217 | | | | | $ | 73,197,739 | | | | | $ | 17,306,522 | | | | | | 31% | | |
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Nine months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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General and administrative
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| | | $ | 3,295,713 | | | | | $ | 7,334,534 | | | | | $ | 4,038,821 | | | | | | 123% | | |
Marketing
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| | | $ | 280,604 | | | | | $ | 159,432 | | | | | $ | (121,172) | | | | | | (43)% | | |
Total operating expenses
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| | | $ | 3,576,317 | | | | | $ | 7,493,966 | | | | | $ | 3,917,649 | | | | | | 110% | | |
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Years ended December 31,
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Change
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2017
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2018
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Dollars
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Percentage
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Revenue
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| | | $ | 55,378,037 | | | | | $ | 77,305,562 | | | | | $ | 21,927,525 | | | | | | 40% | | |
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Years ended December 31,
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Change
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2017
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2018
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Dollars
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Percentage
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Cost of revenue
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| | | $ | 51,902,836 | | | | | $ | 73,436,660 | | | | | $ | 21,533,824 | | | | | | 41% | | |
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Years ended December 31,
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Change
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2017
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2018
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Dollars
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Percentage
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General and administrative
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| | | $ | 3,502,850 | | | | | $ | 5,130,920 | | | | | $ | 1,628,070 | | | | | | 46% | | |
Marketing
|
| | | | 315,942 | | | | | | 255,090 | | | | | | (60,852) | | | | | | (19)% | | |
Total operating expenses
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| | | $ | 3,818,792 | | | | | $ | 5,386,010 | | | | | $ | 1,567,218 | | | | | | 41% | | |
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December 31,
2018 |
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September 30, 2019
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Change
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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Current assets
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| | | $ | 3,575,700 | | | | | $ | 2,449,423 | | | | | $ | (1,126,277) | | | | | | (31)% | | |
Current liabilities
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| | | $ | 3,049,909 | | | | | $ | 2,816,690 | | | | | $ | (233,219) | | | | | | (8)% | | |
Net working capital
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| | | $ | 525,791 | | | | | $ | (367,267) | | | | | $ | (893,058) | | | | | | (170)% | | |
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Nine months ended September 30,
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Change
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2018
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2019
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Dollars
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Percentage
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(Unaudited)
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Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
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| | | $ | 92,534 | | | | | $ | (264,429) | | | | | $ | (356,963) | | | | | | (386)% | | |
Net cash used in investing activities
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| | | $ | (119,140) | | | | | $ | (252,508) | | | | | $ | (133,368) | | | | | | 112% | | |
Net cash provided by financing activities
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| | | $ | 1,502,818 | | | | | $ | 563,427 | | | | | $ | (939,391) | | | | | | (63)% | | |
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Years ended December 31,
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Change
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2017
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2018
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Dollars
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Percentage
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Net cash used in operating activities
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| | | $ | (342,631) | | | | | $ | (689,173) | | | | | $ | (346,542) | | | | | | 101% | | |
Net cash used in investing activities
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| | | $ | (7,405) | | | | | $ | (180,217) | | | | | $ | (172,812) | | | | | | 2,334% | | |
Net cash provided by financing activities
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| | | $ | 183,775 | | | | | $ | 1,723,490 | | | | | $ | 1,539,715 | | | | | | 838% | | |
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Name
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Age
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Position
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Joshua Harley | | |
43
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| | Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, Director | |
Marco Fregenal | | |
56
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| | President and Chief Financial Officer, and Director | |
Samantha Giuggio | | |
49
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| | Chief Broker Operations Officer | |
Chris Bennett | | |
39
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| | Director | |
Jeffrey Coats | | |
62
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| | Director | |
David C. Hood | | |
57
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| | Director | |
Glenn Sampson | | |
79
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| | Director | |
Jennifer Venable | | |
48
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| | Director | |
Name and principal position
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Fiscal
Year |
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Salary
($)(1) |
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Bonus
($) |
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Stock
awards ($) |
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Option
awards ($) |
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All other
compensation ($) |
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Total
($) |
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Joshua Harley,
Chief Executive Officer |
| | | | 2019 | | | | | $ | 379,167 | | | | | $ | 176,050 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 11,112(2) | | | | | $ | 566,329 | | |
| | | 2018 | | | | | $ | 381,095 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 31,140(3) | | | | | $ | 412,235 | | | ||
| | | 2017 | | | | | $ | 372,500 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 7,802(4) | | | | | $ | 380,302 | | | ||
Marco Fregenal,
President and Chief Financial Officer |
| | | | 2019 | | | | | $ | 416,846 | | | | | $ | 164,830 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 8,128(5) | | | | | $ | 589,804 | | |
| | | 2018 | | | | | $ | 397,157 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 22,808(6) | | | | | $ | 419,965 | | | ||
| | | 2017 | | | | | $ | 283,397 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 28,830(7) | | | | | $ | 312,227 | | | ||
Samantha Giuggio,
Chief Broker Operations Officer |
| | | | 2019 | | | | | $ | 177,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 75,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 11,850(8) | | | | | $ | 263,850 | | |
| | | 2018 | | | | | $ | 140,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 43,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 22,422(9) | | | | | $ | 205,422 | | | ||
| | | 2017 | | | | | $ | 120,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | 1,510(10) | | | | | $ | 121,510 | | |
Plan
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Number of
Shares Issued |
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Number of
Shares Reserved for Issuance |
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Number of
Shares Underlying Outstanding Options or Warrant |
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Number of
Shares Remaining Available for Future Issuance |
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2017 Stock Plan
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| | | | 1,911,624 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 195,000 | | | | | | — | | |
2019 Omnibus Stock Incentive Plan
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| | | | 1,074,594 | | | | | | 5,000,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 3,925,406 | | |
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No Exercise of
Underwriters’ Option |
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Full Exercise of
Underwriters’ Option |
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Shares Beneficially
Owned before the Offering |
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Shares Beneficially
Owned after the Offering |
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Shares Beneficially
Owned after the Offering |
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Name of Beneficial Owner
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Number
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Percent
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Shares
Offered Hereby |
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Number
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Percent
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Shares
Offered Hereby |
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Number
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Percent
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Directors and Named Executive Officers:
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Joshua Harley
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| | | | 23,705,302 | | | | | | 50.7% | | | |
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Marco Fregenal
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| | | | 7,016,710 | | | | | | 15.0% | | | |
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Samantha Giuggio
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| | | | 125,000 | | | | | | * | | | |
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Christopher Bennett
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Jeffrey H. Coats
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Underwriter
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Number of Shares
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Roth Capital Partners, LLC
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Total
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Total
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Per Share
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Without Option
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With Option
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Public offering price
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Underwriting discounts and commissions (7%)
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Proceeds, before expenses, to us
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| | | $ | | | | | | $ | | | | | | $ | | | | | |
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| Combined and Consolidated Financial Statements | | | | | | | |
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| | | | | F-4 | | | |
| | | | | F-5 | | | |
| | | | | F-6 | | | |
| | | | | F-7 | | | |
| | | | | F-21 | | | |
| | | | | F-22 | | | |
| | | | | F-23 | | | |
| | | | | F-24 | | | |
| | | | | F-25 | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
ASSETS
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Current assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents
|
| | | $ | 154,438 | | | | | $ | 1,008,538 | | |
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $26,562 and $138,030
|
| | | | 1,705,241 | | | | | | 1,816,650 | | |
Due from affiliates
|
| | | | 596,232 | | | | | | 668,597 | | |
Prepaid and other current assets
|
| | | | 77,787 | | | | | | 81,915 | | |
Total current assets
|
| | | | 2,533,698 | | | | | | 3,575,700 | | |
Property and equipment, net
|
| | | | 101,622 | | | | | | 90,619 | | |
Capitalized internal use software
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 167,820 | | |
Total assets
|
| | | $ | 2,635,320 | | | | | $ | 3,834,139 | | |
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(DEFICIT) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | $ | 2,138,037 | | | | | $ | 3,023,045 | | |
Due to affiliates
|
| | | | 10,065 | | | | | | 10,064 | | |
Loan payable – current portion
|
| | | | 16,510 | | | | | | 16,800 | | |
Total current liabilities
|
| | | | 2,164,612 | | | | | | 3,049,909 | | |
Loan payable, net of current portion
|
| | | | 68,988 | | | | | | 52,188 | | |
Note payable
|
| | | | 400,000 | | | | | | 500,000 | | |
Total liabilities
|
| | | | 2,633,600 | | | | | | 3,602,097 | | |
Commitments and contingencies (Note 8) | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Members’ and stockholders’ equity: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC members’ equity (deficit)
|
| | | | (179,213) | | | | | | — | | |
Fathom Realty Group Inc. stockholders’ equity
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Retained earnings
|
| | | | 256,364 | | | | | | — | | |
Total Fathom Realty Group Inc. stockholders’ equity
|
| | | | 256,364 | | | | | | — | | |
Fathom Holdings Inc. stockholders’ equity
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common stock, Series A, $0.00 par value, 85,000,000 authorized and 85,000,000 and nil issued as of December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2018
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Common stock, $0.00 par value, 100,000,000 authorized and nil and 44,488,311 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2018
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Additional paid-in capital
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 2,287,312 | | |
Accumulated deficit
|
| | | | (75,431) | | | | | | (2,055,270) | | |
Total Fathom Holdings Inc. stockholders’ (deficit) equity
|
| | | | (75,431) | | | | | | 232,042 | | |
Total stockholders’ equity
|
| | | | 180,933 | | | | | | 232,042 | | |
Total members’ and stockholders’ equity
|
| | | | 1,720 | | | | | | 232,042 | | |
Total liabilities and members’ and stockholders’ equity
|
| | | $ | 2,635,320 | | | | | $ | 3,834,139 | | |
|
| | |
Years ended December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Revenue
|
| | | $ | 55,378,037 | | | | | $ | 77,305,562 | | |
Cost of revenue
|
| | | | 51,902,836 | | | | | | 73,436,660 | | |
Gross profit
|
| | | | 3,475,201 | | | | | | 3,868,902 | | |
General and administrative
|
| | | | 3,502,850 | | | | | | 5,130,920 | | |
Marketing
|
| | | | 315,942 | | | | | | 255,090 | | |
Total operating expenses
|
| | | | 3,818,792 | | | | | | 5,386,010 | | |
Loss from operations
|
| | | | (343,591) | | | | | | (1,517,108) | | |
Other income (expense), net | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest (expense), net
|
| | | | (76,971) | | | | | | (102,123) | | |
Other expense
|
| | | | — | | | | | | (16,819) | | |
Other income (expense), net
|
| | | | (76,971) | | | | | | (118,942) | | |
Loss from operations before income taxes
|
| | | | (420,562) | | | | | | (1,636,050) | | |
Income tax expense
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 27,155 | | |
Net loss
|
| | | $ | (420,562) | | | | | $ | (1,663,205) | | |
Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | | | | | | | $ | (0.04) | | |
Weighted average common shares outstanding | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | | | | | | | | 38,955,107 | | |
Pro forma Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | $ | (0.01) | | | | | | | | |
Pro forma Weighted average common shares outstanding | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | | 32,455,711 | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Fathom
Realty Holdings, LLC |
| |
Fathom Realty Group, Inc.
|
| |
Fathom Holdings Inc.
|
| | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| | |
Members’
equity (deficit) |
| |
Common Stock
and capital in excess of par |
| |
Retained
earnings |
| |
Series A
Common Stock |
| |
Common
Stock |
| |
Additional
Paid in Capital |
| |
Accumulated
deficit |
| |
Total
|
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Balance at December 31, 2016
|
| | | $ | 237,135 | | | | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 185,147 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | $ | — | | | | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 422,282 | | |
Issuance of common stock
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 85,000,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Net income (loss)
|
| | | | (416,348) | | | | | | — | | | | | | 71,217 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | (75,431) | | | | | | (420,562) | | |
Balance at December 31, 2017
|
| | | | (179,213) | | | | | | — | | | | | | 256,364 | | | | | | 85,000,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | (75,431) | | | | | | 1,720 | | |
Cancellation of Series A
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | (85,000,000) | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Exchange agreement Fathom Realty Group, Inc.
|
| | | | 325,447 | | | | | | — | | | | | | (325,447) | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Purchase of membership units Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC
|
| | | | (70,000) | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | (70,000) | | |
Issuance of common shares for Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC
|
| | | | (323,785) | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 36,197,344 | | | | | | 323,785 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Issuance of common shares for IntelliAgent,
LLC (related party) |
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 6,302,650 | | | | | | 174 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 174 | | |
Issuance of common stock
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 1,710,000 | | | | | | 1,710,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 1,710,000 | | |
Share based compensation
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 278,317 | | | | | | 253,353 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 253,353 | | |
Net income (loss)
|
| | | | 247,551 | | | | | | | | | | | | 69,083 | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | (1,979,839) | | | | | | (1,663,205) | | |
Balance at December 31, 2018
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | — | | | | | $ | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 44,488,311 | | | | | $ | 2,287,312 | | | | | $ | (2,055,270) | | | | | $ | 232,042 | | |
|
| | |
Years ended December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net loss
|
| | | $ | (420,562) | | | | | $ | (1,663,205) | | |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization
|
| | | | 23,365 | | | | | | 23,400 | | |
Bad debt expense
|
| | | | 26,562 | | | | | | 111,467 | | |
Share based compensation
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 253,353 | | |
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable
|
| | | | (617,147) | | | | | | (222,877) | | |
Due from affiliates
|
| | | | (7,058) | | | | | | (72,191) | | |
Prepaid and other assets
|
| | | | (13,833) | | | | | | (4,127) | | |
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | | 680,912 | | | | | | 885,008 | | |
Due to affiliates
|
| | | | (14,870) | | | | | | (1) | | |
Net cash used in operating activities
|
| | | | (342,631) | | | | | | (689,173) | | |
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment
|
| | | | (7,405) | | | | | | (12,397) | | |
Purchase of capitalized software
|
| | | | — | | | | | | (167,820) | | |
Net cash used in investing activities
|
| | | | (7,405) | | | | | | (180,217) | | |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Principal payments on loan payable
|
| | | | (16,225) | | | | | | (16,510) | | |
Proceeds from issuance of stock
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 1,710,000 | | |
Proceeds from note payable
|
| | | | 400,000 | | | | | | 500,000 | | |
Payments on note payable
|
| | | | (200,000) | | | | | | (400,000) | | |
Purchase of Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC membership interest
|
| | | | — | | | | | | (70,000) | | |
Net cash provided by financing activities
|
| | | | 183,775 | | | | | | 1,723,490 | | |
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents
|
| | | | (166,261) | | | | | | 854,100 | | |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
|
| | | | 320,699 | | | | | | 154,438 | | |
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
|
| | | $ | 154,438 | | | | | $ | 1,008,538 | | |
Supplemental disclosure of cash and non-cash transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cash paid for interest
|
| | | $ | 76,971 | | | | | $ | 102,151 | | |
Income taxes paid
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 12,505 | | |
Issuance of non-voting units for Fathom Realty Group Inc.
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 325,447 | | |
Issuance of common stock for Fathom Realty Holdings LLC
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 323,785 | | |
Asset category
|
| |
Depreciable life
|
|
Vehicles | | |
7 years
|
|
Computers and equipment | | |
5 years
|
|
Furniture and fixtures | | |
7 years
|
|
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Vehicles
|
| | | $ | 119,324 | | | | | $ | 119,324 | | |
Computers and equipment
|
| | | | 34,456 | | | | | | 45,545 | | |
Furniture and fixtures
|
| | | | 14,984 | | | | | | 16,292 | | |
Total property and equipment
|
| | | | 168,764 | | | | | | 181,161 | | |
Less: Accumulated depreciation
|
| | | | (67,142) | | | | | | (90,542) | | |
Total property and equipment, net
|
| | | $ | 101,622 | | | | | $ | 90,619 | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Accounts payable
|
| | | $ | 253,485 | | | | | $ | 817,814 | | |
Deferred annual fee
|
| | | | 83,542 | | | | | | 299,291 | | |
Accrued expenses
|
| | | | 33,401 | | | | | | 179,322 | | |
Accrued commissions
|
| | | | 1,582,463 | | | | | | 1,489,246 | | |
Accrued bonuses
|
| | | | 60,700 | | | | | | 143,900 | | |
Credit card liability
|
| | | | 74,809 | | | | | | 71,757 | | |
Other accrued liabilities
|
| | | | 49,637 | | | | | | 21,715 | | |
Total accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | $ | 2,138,037 | | | | | $ | 3,023,045 | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Loan payable – Automobile loan
|
| | | $ | 85,498 | | | | | $ | 68,988 | | |
Less: current portion
|
| | | | (16,510) | | | | | | (16,800) | | |
Loan payable, net of current portion
|
| | | $ | 68,988 | | | | | $ | 52,188 | | |
|
Year ending December 31,
|
| |
Maturities of
Loan Payable |
| |||
2019
|
| | | $ | 16,800 | | |
2020
|
| | | | 17,095 | | |
2021
|
| | | | 17,394 | | |
2022
|
| | | | 17,699 | | |
| | | | $ | 68,988 | | |
| | |
Shares
|
| |
Weighted Average
Grant Date Fair Value |
| ||||||
Nonvested at December 31, 2017
|
| | | | — | | | | | | N/A | | |
Granted
|
| | | | 278,317 | | | | | $ | 0.91 | | |
Vested
|
| | | | (278,317) | | | | | $ | (0.91) | | |
Forfeited
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Nonvested at December 31, 2018
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Year ending December 31,
|
| |
Operating
Leases |
| |||
2019
|
| | | $ | 99,198 | | |
2020
|
| | | | 89,604 | | |
2021
|
| | | | 33,275 | | |
2022
|
| | | | 21,950 | | |
2023 and thereafter
|
| | | | 67,425 | | |
Total Minimum Lease Payments
|
| | | $ | 311,452 | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Hometown Heroes Holdings, LLC
|
| | | $ | 582,408 | | | | | $ | 601,729 | | |
IntelliAgent, LLC
|
| | | | 2,514 | | | | | | — | | |
On Target Transactions LLC
|
| | | | 11,310 | | | | | | 66,868 | | |
Total due from affiliates
|
| | | $ | 596,232 | | | | | $ | 668,597 | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Hometown Heroes Holdings, LLC
|
| | | | 10,065 | | | | | | 10,064 | | |
Total due to affiliates
|
| | | $ | 10,065 | | | | | $ | 10,064 | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Current provision (benefit): | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | — | | |
State
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 27,155 | | |
Total current
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 27,155 | | |
Deferred provision (benefit): | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
State
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Total deferred
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Income tax expense
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 27,155 | | |
| | |
Years ended December 31,
|
| |||||||||||||||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||||||||||||||
| | |
$
|
| |
%
|
| |
$
|
| |
%
|
| ||||||||||||
Provision for federal income taxes at statutory rates
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | $ | (343,571) | | | | | | 21% | | |
Provision for state income taxes, net of federal benefit
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | | (9,699) | | | | | | 1% | | |
Effect of flow-through entity
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | | (2,542) | | | | | | 0% | | |
Change in valuation allowance
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | | 410,754 | | | | | | -26% | | |
Nondeductible expenses
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | | 698 | | | | | | 0% | | |
Tax effect of entities not included in consolidated return
|
| | | | — | | | | | | | | | | | | (25,573) | | | | | | 2% | | |
Effect of state rate change
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | |
Other
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | | (2,912) | | | | | | 0% | | |
Income tax expense
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | | 0% | | | | | $ | 27,155 | | | | | | -2% | | |
Effective tax rate
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | -1.66% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
December 31,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2017
|
| |
2018
|
| ||||||
Deferred tax assets | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net operating loss carryforward
|
| | | $ | 1,354 | | | | | $ | 484,058 | | |
Property and equipment
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 1,576 | | |
Intangibles
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 930 | | |
Interest expense carryforward
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 8,374 | | |
Charitable contributions carryover
|
| | | | 35 | | | | | | 322 | | |
Other accrued liabilities
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Total deferred tax assets
|
| | | | 1,389 | | | | | | 495,260 | | |
Deferred tax liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment in partnership
|
| | | | (1,622) | | | | | | — | | |
Internally developed software
|
| | | | — | | | | | | (38,186) | | |
Prepaid expenses
|
| | | | — | | | | | | (7,301) | | |
Total deferred tax liabilities
|
| | | | (1,622) | | | | | | (45,487) | | |
Valuation allowance
|
| | | | 233 | | | | | | 449,773 | | |
Deferred tax asset, net
|
| | | $ | — | | | | | $ | — | | |
| | |
December 31, 2018
|
| |
September 30, 2019
|
| ||||||
| | | | | | | | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
ASSETS
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Current assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents
|
| | | $ | 1,008,538 | | | | | $ | 1,055,028 | | |
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $138,030 and $248,481
|
| | | | 1,816,650 | | | | | | 1,250,291 | | |
Due from affiliates
|
| | | | 668,597 | | | | | | 93,568 | | |
Prepaid and other current assets
|
| | | | 81,915 | | | | | | 50,536 | | |
Total current assets
|
| | | | 3,575,700 | | | | | | 2,449,423 | | |
Property and equipment, net
|
| | | | 90,619 | | | | | | 91,800 | | |
Capitalized software
|
| | | | 167,820 | | | | | | 377,628 | | |
Lease right of use assets
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 198,753 | | |
Total assets
|
| | | $ | 3,834,139 | | | | | $ | 3,117,604 | | |
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | $ | 3,023,045 | | | | | $ | 2,697,152 | | |
Due to affiliates
|
| | | | 10,064 | | | | | | 23,658 | | |
Loan payable – current portion
|
| | | | 16,800 | | | | | | 17,020 | | |
Lease liability – current portion
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 78,860 | | |
Total current liabilities
|
| | | | 3,049,909 | | | | | | 2,816,690 | | |
Loan payable, net of current portion
|
| | | | 52,188 | | | | | | 39,395 | | |
Note payable
|
| | | | 500,000 | | | | | | 500,000 | | |
Lease liability, net of current portion
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 121,259 | | |
Total liabilities
|
| | | | 3,602,097 | | | | | | 3,477,344 | | |
Commitments and contingencies | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Stockholders’ Equity (Deficit): | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common stock, $0.00 par value, 100,000,000 authorized and 44,488,311 and 46,719,768 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2018 and September 30, 2019
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Additional paid-in capital
|
| | | | 2,287,312 | | | | | | 4,442,411 | | |
Accumulated deficit
|
| | | | (2,055,270) | | | | | | (4,802,151) | | |
Total stockholders’ equity (deficit)
|
| | | | 232,042 | | | | | | (359,740) | | |
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
|
| | | $ | 3,834,139 | | | | | $ | 3,117,604 | | |
| | |
Three months ended September 30,
|
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Nine months ended September 30,
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2018
|
| |
2019
|
| |
2018
|
| |
2019
|
| ||||||||||||
Revenue
|
| | | $ | 23,075,575 | | | | | $ | 32,089,978 | | | | | $ | 59,320,554 | | | | | $ | 78,017,017 | | |
Cost of revenue
|
| | | | 22,167,756 | | | | | | 30,318,582 | | | | | | 55,891,217 | | | | | | 73,197,739 | | |
Gross profit
|
| | | | 907,819 | | | | | | 1,771,396 | | | | | | 3,429,337 | | | | | | 4,819,278 | | |
General and administrative
|
| | | | 972,595 | | | | | | 1,927,407 | | | | | | 3,295,713 | | | | | | 7,334,534 | | |
Marketing
|
| | | | 83,600 | | | | | | 55,483 | | | | | | 280,604 | | | | | | 159,432 | | |
Total operating expenses
|
| | | | 1,056,195 | | | | | | 1,982,890 | | | | | | 3,576,317 | | | | | | 7,493,966 | | |
Loss from operations
|
| | | | (148,376) | | | | | | (211,494) | | | | | | (146,980) | | | | | | (2,674,688) | | |
Other income (expense), net | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest (expense), net
|
| | | | (20,095) | | | | | | (27,385) | | | | | | (74,848) | | | | | | (81,816) | | |
Other income
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | 1,643 | | |
Other income (expense), net
|
| | | | (20,095) | | | | | | (27,385) | | | | | | (74,848) | | | | | | (80,173) | | |
Loss from operations before income taxes
|
| | | | (168,471) | | | | | | (238,879) | | | | | | (221,828) | | | | | | (2,754,861) | | |
Income tax benefit
|
| | | | — | | | | | | | | | | | | — | | | | | | (7,980) | | |
Net loss
|
| | | $ | (168,471) | | | | | $ | (238,879) | | | | | $ | (221,828) | | | | | $ | (2,746,881) | | |
Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | | | | | | | $ | (0.01) | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (0.06) | | |
Weighted average common shares outstanding | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | | | | | | | | 46,607,620 | | | | | | | | | | | | 46,075,924 | | |
Pro forma Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | $ | (0.00) | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (0.01) | | | | | | | | |
Pro forma Weighted average common shares outstanding
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic and Diluted
|
| | | | 38,812,791 | | | | | | | | | | | | 37,125,511 | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Common Stock
|
| |
Additional
Paid in Capital |
| |
Accumulated
deficit |
| |
Total
|
| ||||||||||||||||||
| | |
Shares
|
| |
Par Value
|
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Balance at December 31, 2018
|
| | | | 44,488,311 | | | | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 2,287,312 | | | | | $ | (2,055,270) | | | | | $ | 232,042 | | |
Sale of common stock
|
| | | | 576,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 576,000 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 576,000 | | |
Share based compensation
|
| | | | 1,655,457 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 1,579,099 | | | | | | — | | | | | | 1,579,099 | | |
Net loss
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | — | | | | | | (2,746,881) | | | | | | (2,746,881) | | |
Balance at September 30, 2019 (Unaudited)
|
| | | | 46,719,768 | | | | | $ | — | | | | | $ | 4,442,411 | | | | | $ | (4,802,151) | | | | | $ | (359,740) | | |
| | |
Nine months ended September 30,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2018
|
| |
2019
|
| ||||||
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net loss
|
| | | $ | (221,828) | | | | | $ | (2,746,881) | | |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization
|
| | | | 17,495 | | | | | | 41,519 | | |
Bad debt expense
|
| | | | 68,541 | | | | | | 110,451 | | |
Share based compensation
|
| | | | 153,353 | | | | | | 1,579,099 | | |
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
|
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable
|
| | | | 701,674 | | | | | | 455,908 | | |
Due from affiliates
|
| | | | (65,994) | | | | | | 575,029 | | |
Prepaid and other assets
|
| | | | 21,083 | | | | | | 31,379 | | |
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | | (581,790) | | | | | | (325,894) | | |
Operating lease right of use assets and liabilities
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 1,367 | | |
Due to affiliates
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 13,594 | | |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
|
| | | | 92,534 | | | | | | (264,429) | | |
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment
|
| | | | (11,320) | | | | | | (19,728) | | |
Purchase of capitalized software
|
| | | | (107,820) | | | | | | (232,780) | | |
Net cash used in investing activities
|
| | | | (119,140) | | | | | | (252,508) | | |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Principal payments on loan payable
|
| | | | (12,356) | | | | | | (12,573) | | |
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
|
| | | | 1,485,174 | | | | | | 576,000 | | |
Proceeds from note payable
|
| | | | 500,000 | | | | | | — | | |
Payments on note payable
|
| | | | (400,000) | | | | | | — | | |
Purchase of Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC membership interest
|
| | | | (70,000) | | | | | | — | | |
Net cash provided by financing activities
|
| | | | 1,502,818 | | | | | | 563,427 | | |
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents
|
| | | | 1,476,212 | | | | | | 46,490 | | |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
|
| | | | 154,437 | | | | | | 1,008,538 | | |
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
|
| | | $ | 1,630,649 | | | | | $ | 1,055,028 | | |
Supplemental disclosure of cash and non-cash transactions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Cash paid for interest
|
| | | $ | 74,848 | | | | | $ | 81,945 | | |
Issuance of non-voting units for Fathom Realty Group Inc.
|
| | | $ | 325,447 | | | | | $ | — | | |
Issuance of common stock for Fathom Realty Holdings LLC
|
| | | $ | 323,785 | | | | | $ | — | | |
Asset category
|
| |
Depreciable life
|
|
Vehicles | | |
7 years
|
|
Computers and equipment | | |
5 years
|
|
Furniture and fixtures | | |
7 years
|
|
| | |
September 30,
|
| |||||||||
| | |
2018
|
| |
2019
|
| ||||||
Shares issuable upon exercise of stock options
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 195,000 | | |
Non-vested shares under restricted stock grants
|
| | | | — | | | | | | 112,148 | | |
| | |
December 31,
2018 |
| |
September 30,
2019 |
| ||||||
| | | | | | | | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Vehicles
|
| | | $ | 119,324 | | | | | $ | 119,324 | | |
Computers and equipment
|
| | | | 45,545 | | | | | | 56,960 | | |
Furniture and fixtures
|
| | | | 16,292 | | | | | | 24,605 | | |
Total property and equipment
|
| | | | 181,161 | | | | | | 200,889 | | |
Less: Accumulated depreciation
|
| | | | (90,542) | | | | | | (109,089) | | |
Total property and equipment, net
|
| | | $ | 90,619 | | | | | $ | 91,800 | | |
|
| | |
December 31,
2018 |
| |
September 30,
2019 |
| ||||||
| | | | | | | | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Accounts payable
|
| | | $ | 817,814 | | | | | $ | 1,095,066 | | |
Deferred annual fee
|
| | | | 299,291 | | | | | | 718,748 | | |
Accrued expenses
|
| | | | 179,322 | | | | | | 417,112 | | |
Accrued commissions
|
| | | | 1,489,246 | | | | | | 340,729 | | |
Credit card liability
|
| | | | 71,757 | | | | | | 82,725 | | |
Other accrued liabilities
|
| | | | 21,715 | | | | | | 33,972 | | |
Accrued bonuses
|
| | | | 143,900 | | | | | | 8,800 | | |
Total accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | $ | 3,023,045 | | | | | $ | 2,697,152 | | |
| | |
December 31,
2018 |
| |
September 30,
2019 |
| ||||||
| | | | | | | | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Loan payable – Automobile loan
|
| | | $ | 68,988 | | | | | $ | 56,415 | | |
Less current portion
|
| | | | (16,800) | | | | | | (17,020) | | |
Loan payable, net of current portion
|
| | | $ | 52,188 | | | | | $ | 39,395 | | |
| | |
Shares
|
| |
Weighted
Average Grant Date Fair Value |
| ||||||
Nonvested at December 31, 2018
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Granted
|
| | | | 910,092 | | | | | $ | 1.00 | | |
Vested
|
| | | | (910,092) | | | | | $ | (1.00) | | |
Forfeited
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Nonvested at March 31, 2019
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Granted
|
| | | | 633,217 | | | | | $ | 1.00 | | |
Vested
|
| | | | (633,217) | | | | | $ | (1.00) | | |
Forfeited
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Nonvested at June 30, 2019
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Granted
|
| | | | 112,148 | | | | | $ | 1.12 | | |
Vested
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Forfeited
|
| | | | — | | | | | | — | | |
Nonvested at September 30, 2019
|
| | | | 112,148 | | | | | $ | 1.12 | | |
|
Annual dividend yield
|
| | | | — | | |
|
Expected life (years)
|
| | | | 5.5 | | |
|
Risk-free interest rate
|
| | | | 2.43% | | |
|
Expected volatility
|
| | | | 45.0% | | |
Components of total lease cost:
|
| |
Nine months ended
September 30, 2019 |
| |||
| | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Operating lease expense
|
| | | $ | 76,582 | | |
Short-term lease expense
|
| | | | 40,442 | | |
Total lease cost
|
| | | $ | 117,024 | | |
| | |
As of
September 30, 2019 |
| |||
| | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Assets | | | | | | | |
Other assets
|
| | | $ | 198,753 | | |
Total lease assets
|
| | | $ | 198,753 | | |
|
| | |
As of
September 30, 2019 |
| |||
| | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Liabilities | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities: | | | | | | | |
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
|
| | | $ | 78,860 | | |
Noncurrent liabilities: | | | | | | | |
Other long-term liabilities
|
| | | | 121,259 | | |
Total lease liability
|
| | | $ | 200,119 | | |
|
Weighted average remaining lease term (in years) – operating leases
|
| | | | 3.97 | | |
|
Weighted average discount rate – operating leases
|
| | | | 8% | | |
| | |
Nine months ended
September 30, 2019 |
| |||
| | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities: | | | | | | | |
Operating cash flows for operating leases
|
| | | $ | 1,367 | | |
Supplemental non-cash amounts of lease liabilities arising from obtaining right of use assets
|
| | | $ | 261,814 | | |
Year ending December 31,
|
| |
Operating
Leases |
| |||
Remaining 2019
|
| | | $ | 23,456 | | |
2020
|
| | | | 89,604 | | |
2021
|
| | | | 33,275 | | |
2022
|
| | | | 21,950 | | |
2023 and thereafter
|
| | | | 67,425 | | |
Total Minimum Lease Payments
|
| | | $ | 235,710 | | |
Less: effects of discounting
|
| | | | (35,591) | | |
Present value of future minimum lease payments
|
| | | $ | 200,119 | | |
| | |
December 31,
2018 |
| |
September 30,
2019 |
| ||||||
| | | | | | | | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Hometown Heroes Holdings, LLC
|
| | | $ | 601,729 | | | | | $ | — | | |
On Target Transactions LLC
|
| | | | 66,868 | | | | | | 93,568 | | |
Total due from affiliates
|
| | | $ | 668,597 | | | | | $ | 93,568 | | |
| | |
December 31,
2018 |
| |
September 30,
2019 |
| ||||||
| | | | | | | | |
(Unaudited)
|
| |||
Hometown Heroes Holdings, LLC
|
| | | $ | 10,064 | | | | | $ | 23,658 | | |
Total due to affiliates
|
| | | $ | 10,064 | | | | | $ | 23,658 | | |
Expense
|
| |
Amount Paid
or to be Paid |
| |||
SEC registration fee
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. Filing Fee
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Exchange Listing Fee
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Printing expenses
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Legal fees and expenses
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Transfer agent and registrar fees
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Accounting fees and expenses
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Miscellaneous expenses
|
| | | $ | * | | |
Total
|
| | | $ | * | | |
|
Signature
|
| |
Title
|
| |
Date
|
|
|
/s/ Joshua Harley
Joshua Harley
|
| |
Chief Executive Officer, Director (Principal Executive Officer)
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
|
/s/ Marco Fregenal
Marco Fregenal
|
| |
President and Chief Financial Officer, Director (Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer)
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
|
/s/ Chris Bennett
Chris Bennett
|
| |
Director
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
|
/s/ Jeffrey H. Coats
Jeffrey H. Coats
|
| |
Director
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
|
/s/ David C. Hood
David C. Hood
|
| |
Director
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
|
Signature
|
| |
Title
|
| |
Date
|
|
|
/s/ Glenn Sampson
Glenn Sampson
|
| |
Director
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
|
/s/ Jennifer Venable
Jennifer B. Venable
|
| |
Director
|
| |
January 17, 2020
|
|
Exhibit 3.1
RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
OF
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC.
Pursuant to Section 55-10-07 of the North Carolina Business Corporation Act, the undersigned corporation hereby submits the following for the purpose of and integrating into one document its original Articles of Incorporation and all amendments and restatements thereto and also for the purpose of amending its Articles of Incorporation:
1. | The name of the corporation is Fathom Holdings Inc. |
2. | Attached hereto as Exhibit A are the Restated Articles of Incorporation of Fathom Holdings Inc. which contain amendments to the Articles of Incorporation requiring shareholder approval. |
3. | The attached Restated Articles of Incorporation were duly adopted by the Board of Directors of the corporation on September 11, 2018, and approved by the requisite shareholders of the corporation on September 11, 2018, each pursuant to Section 55-10-03 of the North Carolina General Statutes. |
4. | These Restated Articles of Incorporation will become effective upon filing. |
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 11th day of September 2018.
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC. | ||
By: | /s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley, President |
EXHIBIT A
RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
OF
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC.
ARTICLE I
The name of the corporation is Fathom Holdings Inc. (the “Corporation”).
ARTICLE II
The purpose for which the Corporation is organized is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which corporations may be organized under Section 55 of the North Carolina General Statutes (the “North Carolina General Statutes”).
ARTICLE III
The street address and county of the registered office of the Corporation and is 211 New Edition Court, Suite 211, Cary, NC, Wake County, 27511, and the name of the registered agent at such address is Marco Frenegal. The street address and county of the principal office of the Corporation is 211 New Edition Court, Suite 211, Cary, NC, Wake County, 27511. The mailing address of each of the registered office of the Corporation and the principal office of the Corporation is the same as its street address.
ARTICLE IV
“The Corporation shall have the authority to issue one hundred million (100,000,000) shares, no par value per share, all of one class designated Common Stock.
Effective immediately upon filing of these restated articles of incorporation with the North Carolina Secretary of State (the “Effective Time”), each currently outstanding share of Series A Common Stock of the Corporation as of immediately prior to the Effective Time shall automatically be cancelled and each two (2) currently outstanding shares of Series B Common Stock of the Corporation as of immediately prior to the Effective Time are converted and reclassified into one (1) share of Common Stock of the Corporation, each with no par value per share (the “Reverse Stock Split”). No fractional interest resulting from the Reverse Stock Split shall be issued, and if such fractional share results, the number of shares to be issued to any such shareholder in connection with the Reverse Stock Split will be rounded down to the nearest share. All numbers of shares, and all amounts stated on a per share basis contained in these restated articles of incorporation are stated after giving effect to such Reverse Stock Split and no further adjustment shall be made as a consequence of such Reverse Stock Split.”
ARTICLE V
Except to the extent that the North Carolina General Statutes prohibit such limitation or elimination of liability of directors for breaches of duty, no director of the Corporation shall be liable to the Corporation or to any of its shareholders for monetary damages for breach of duty as a director. No amendment to or repeal of this provision or adoption of a provision inconsistent herewith shall apply to or have any effect on the liability or alleged liability of any director of the Corporation for or with respect to any acts or omissions of such director occurring prior to such amendment or repeal or adoption of an inconsistent provision. The provisions of this Article shall not be deemed to limit or preclude indemnification of a director by the Corporation for any liability that has not been eliminated by the provisions of this Article.
ARTICLE VI
Until such time as Joshua Harley no longer beneficially owns a majority of the Company’s outstanding Common Stock, any action required or permitted to be taken at a meeting of the shareholders may be taken without a meeting and without prior notice, if a consent in writing, setting forth the action so taken, shall be signed by the holders of outstanding stock having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take the action at a meeting at which all shareholders entitled to vote thereon were present and voted. Thereafter, any such action may only be taken at a duly called meeting of the shareholders. A shareholder’s consent to action taken without meeting may be made by electronic mail or any other electronic form and delivered by electronic means. Prior notice of any action to be taken without meeting by the shareholders, including without limitation fundamental corporate actions described in Articles 10, 11, 12 and 14 of Chapter 55 of the North Carolina General Statutes, shall not be required to be given to any shareholder.
ARTICLE VII
The corporation shall have the power to indemnify any person who was or is a party or is threatened to be made a party to, or testifies in, any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative or investigative in nature, by reason of the fact that such person is or was a director, officer or employee or agent of the Corporation, or is or was serving at the request of the Corporation as a director, officer, employee or agent of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, employee benefit plan, trust or other enterprise, against expenses (including attorney’s fees), judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement actually and reasonably incurred by such person in connection with such action, suit or proceeding to the full extent permitted by law, and the Corporation may adopt bylaws or enter into agreements with any such person for the purpose of providing for such indemnification.
ARTICLE VIII
To the extent permitted by the North Carolina General Statutes, the Corporation may conduct any transaction or take any action by electronic mail or any other electronic means.
ARTICLE IX
Unless and except that the bylaws of the Corporation shall so require, the election of directors of the Corporation need not be by written ballot.
ARTICLE X
The Board of Directors may from time to time make, amend, supplement or repeal the Bylaws of the Corporation.
ARTICLE XI
The Corporation reserves the right at any time, and from time to time, to amend, alter, change or repeal any provision outlined in these Articles of Incorporation, and other provisions authorized by the laws of the State of North Carolina at the time in force may be added or inserted, in the manner now or hereafter prescribed by law; and all rights, preferences, and privileges of whatsoever nature conferred upon stockholders, directors or any other persons whomsoever by and pursuant to these Articles of Incorporation in its present form or as hereafter amended are granted subject to the rights reserved in this article.
ARTICLE XII
The provisions of Articles 9 and 9A of Chapter 55 of the North Carolina General Statutes shall not be applicable to the Corporation.
Exhibit 3.2
AMENDED & RESTATED
BYLAWS
OF
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC.
f/k/a
FATHOM VENTURES, INC.
ARTICLE I
OFFICES
1.1 | Principal Office. The principal office of the corporation shall be located at such place as the Board of Directors may fix from time to time. |
1.2 | Registered Office. The registered office of the corporation required by law to be maintained in the State of North Carolina may be, but need not be, identical with the principal office. |
1.3 | Other Offices. The corporation may have offices at such other places, either within or without the State of North Carolina, as the Board of Directors may designate or as the affairs of the corporation may require from time to time. |
ARTICLE II
MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS
2.1 | Place of Meetings. All meetings of shareholders shall be held at the principal office of the corporation, or at such other place, whether within or without the State of North Carolina, as shall be designated in the notice of the meeting or agreed upon by the Board of Directors. |
2.2 | Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of shareholders shall be held on the first Tuesday of May following the end of the corporation's fiscal year at a time as determined by the Board of Directors for the purpose of electing directors of the corporation and for the transaction of such other business as may be properly brought before the meeting. If the required day of the annual meeting falls on a federal or state holiday, the annual meeting shall be held instead on the next business day at a time determined by the Board of Directors. |
2.3 | Substitute Annual Meetings. If the annual meeting shall not be held on the day designated by these Bylaws, a substitute annual meeting may be called in accordance with the provisions of Section 2.4 of this Article II. A meeting so called shall be designated and treated for all purposes as the annual meeting. |
2.4 | Special Meetings. Special meetings of the shareholders may be called at any time by the Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board or President of the corporation, or by any shareholder pursuant to the written request of the holders of a majority of all shares entitled to vote at the meeting. |
2.5 | Notice of Meetings. |
(a) Written or printed notice stating the time and place of any meeting of the shareholders shall be delivered not less than ten (10) nor more than sixty (60) days before the date of any shareholders' meeting, either personally, by United States mail, nationally recognized courier or delivery service or, if in electronic form, by electronic mail or other electronic means by or at the direction of the Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board or President or other person calling the meeting, to each shareholder of record entitled to vote at such meeting; provided that such notice must be given to all shareholders with respect to any meeting at which a merger, share exchange, sale of assets other than in the regular course of business or voluntary dissolution is to be considered and in such other instances as required by law. If mailed, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the United States mail, addressed to the shareholder at his address as it appears on the record of shareholders of the corporation, with postage thereon prepaid.
(b) In the case of a special meeting, the notice of meeting shall specifically state the purpose or purposes for which the meeting is called; but, in the case of an annual or substitute annual meeting, the notice of meeting need not specifically state the business to be transacted thereat unless such a statement is required by the provisions of the North Carolina Business Corporation Act.
(c) When a meeting is adjourned to a different date, time or place, notice need not be given of the new date, time or place if the new date, time or place is announced at the meeting before adjournment. If, however, a new record date for the adjourned meeting is fixed, notice of the adjourned meeting will be given to all persons who are shareholders as of the new record date in accordance with this Section 2.5.
(d) To the extent that a shareholder has agreed in writing and delivered such agreement to the corporation, any notice delivered pursuant hereto by electronic mail or other electronic means is effective when sent as provided in the North Carolina Business Corporation Act. Any shareholder may terminate such agreement at any time by written notice to the corporation and such notice of termination shall be effective upon receipt by the corporation. The corporation shall maintain with its corporate records an accounting of all such shareholders agreements and such notices of termination received by the corporation pursuant to the foregoing.
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2.6 | Waiver of Notice. Any shareholder may waive notice of any meeting. The waiver must be in writing, signed by the shareholder and delivered to the corporation for inclusion in the minutes or filing with the corporate records. A shareholder's attendance at a meeting (a) waives objection to lack of notice or defective notice of the meeting, unless the shareholder at the beginning of the meeting objects to holding the meeting or transacting business at the meeting; and (b) waives objection to consideration of a particular matter at the meeting that is not within the purpose or purposes described in the meeting notice, unless the shareholder objects to considering the matter before it is voted upon. |
2.7 | Notice of Shareholder Proposals and Nominees for Election as Directors. |
(a) No business shall be transacted at a meeting of shareholders, except such business as shall be (i) specified in the notice of meeting given as provided in Section 2.5 of this Article, (ii) presented by or at the direction of the board of directors, or (iii) otherwise brought before the meeting by a shareholder of record entitled to vote at the meeting in compliance with the procedures set forth in this Section 2.7. In addition to the requirements of any applicable law with respect to any proposal presented by a shareholder for action at a meeting of the shareholders of the corporation (including the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to shareholder proposals and director nominees), and subject to the provisions of the North Carolina Business Corporation Act as in effect from time to time, any shareholder desiring to introduce any business before any meeting of the shareholders of the corporation shall be required to deliver to the secretary written notice containing the information specified herein (i) in the case of an annual meeting, at least 80 days but no more than 120 days in advance of the first anniversary of the notice date of the corporation’s proxy statement for the preceding year’s annual meeting, and (ii) in the case of a special meeting, no later than the tenth day following the notice date for such meeting. In the event that the date of an annual meeting is advanced by more than 30 days or delayed by more than 60 days from the first anniversary date of the preceding year’s annual meeting, notice by a shareholder must be delivered no earlier than the 120th day prior to such annual meeting and no later than the later of the 80th day prior to such annual meeting or the tenth day following the notice date for such meeting. The written notice required herein shall, as to each matter the shareholder proposes to bring before the meeting, contain the following information (in addition to any information required by applicable law): (i) the name and address of the shareholder who intends to present the proposal and the beneficial owner, if any, on whose behalf the proposal is made; (ii) the number of shares of each class of capital stock beneficially owned by the shareholder and such beneficial owner; (iii) a description of the business proposed to be introduced to the shareholders; (iv) any material interest, direct or indirect, which the shareholder or beneficial owner may have in the business described in the notice; and (v) a representation that the shareholder is a holder of record of shares of the corporation entitled to vote at the meeting and intends to appear in person or by proxy at the meeting to present the proposal.
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(b) Only persons who are nominated in accordance with the provisions set forth in these bylaws and who otherwise comply with director qualification standards established by the board of directors, a properly authorized committee of the board, or applicable law, rule or regulation shall be eligible to be elected as directors at a meeting of shareholders. Nominations of persons for election to the board of directors may be made at such meeting of shareholders only (i) by or at the direction of the board of directors (or a properly authorized committee of the board) or (ii) by any shareholder (A) who is a shareholder of record at the time of giving of notice provided for in this Section 2.7, (B) who is entitled to vote for the election of directors at the meeting, (C) who complies with the notice and other procedures set forth in this Section 2.7 and (D) whose nominee is determined by the board of directors (or a properly authorized committee of the board) to satisfy all applicable director qualification standards. Any shareholder desiring to nominate a person for election as a director of the corporation shall deliver to the Secretary a written notice at such time and containing (i) such information as set forth in this Section 2.7, (ii) such additional information concerning the nominee as would be required, pursuant to Regulation 14A under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (or any successor provision thereto), to be disclosed in the proxy materials concerning all persons nominated (by the corporation or otherwise) for election as a director of the corporation, and (iii) such additional information concerning the nominee as is deemed sufficient by the board of directors (or a properly authorized committee of the board) to establish that the nominee meets all minimum qualification standards or other criteria as may have been established by the board of directors (or any properly authorized committee of the board) or pursuant to applicable law, rule or regulation for service as a director. In addition, such notice shall be accompanied by a consent signed by each nominee to serve as a director if elected.
(c) Failure of any shareholder to provide such notice in a timely and proper manner as set forth in this Section 2.7 shall authorize the presiding officer at the meeting of shareholders before which such business is proposed to be introduced, or at which such nominee is proposed to be considered for election as a director, to rule such proposal or nomination out of order and not proper to be introduced or considered.
2.8 | Shareholder Lists. Before each meeting of shareholders, the Secretary of the corporation shall prepare an alphabetical list of the shareholders entitled to notice of such meeting. The list shall be arranged by voting group (and within each voting group by class or series of shares) and show the address and number of shares held by each shareholder. The list shall be kept on file at the principal office of the corporation, or at a place identified in the meeting notice in the city where the meeting will be held, for the period beginning two business days after notice of the meeting is given and continuing through the meeting, and shall be subject to inspection by any shareholder at any time during regular business hours. This list shall also be produced and kept open at the time and place of the meeting and shall be subject to inspection by any shareholder during the meeting or any adjournment thereof. |
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2.9 | Quorum. |
(a) A majority of the outstanding shares of the corporation entitled to vote and represented in person or by proxy shall be required for, and shall constitute a quorum at all meetings of shareholders. Shares entitled to vote as a separate voting group may take action on a matter only if a quorum of those shares exists; a majority of the votes entitled to be cast on the matter by the voting group constitutes a quorum of that voting group. The shareholders present at a duly organized meeting may continue to do business until adjournment, notwithstanding the withdrawal of enough shareholders to leave less than a quorum.
(b) In the absence of a quorum at the opening of any meeting of shareholders, such meeting may be adjourned from time to time by a vote of a majority of the shares voting on the motion to adjourn; and at any adjourned meeting at which a quorum is present, any business may be transacted that might have been transacted at the original meeting.
2.10 | Organization. Each meeting of shareholders shall be presided over by the Chairman of the Board, and in his absence or at his request by the President, and in their absence or at their request by any person selected to preside by vote of the holders of a majority of the shares present and entitled to vote at the meeting. The Secretary, or in his absence or at his request, any person designated by the person presiding at the meeting, shall act as secretary of the meeting. |
2.11 | Proxies. Shares may be voted either in person or by one or more agents authorized by a written proxy executed by the shareholder or by his duly authorized attorney-in-fact. A proxy is not valid after the expiration of eleven months from the date of its execution, unless the person executing it specifies therein the length of time for which it is to continue in force, or limits its use to a particular meeting. Any proxy shall be revocable by the shareholder unless the written appointment expressly and conspicuously provides that it is irrevocable and the appointment is coupled with an interest as required by law. |
2.12 | Voting of Shares. |
(a) Subject to the provisions of Section 3.1 of the corporation's Articles of Incorporation and Section 3.3 of these bylaws, each outstanding share entitled to vote shall be entitled to one vote on each matter submitted to a vote at a meeting of shareholders. All shares entitled to vote shall be counted together collectively on a matter as provided by the Articles of Incorporation or by the North Carolina Business Corporation Act shall constitute a single voting group. Additional required voting groups shall be determined in accordance with the Articles of Incorporation and these Bylaws of this corporation and the North Carolina Business Corporation Act.
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(b) Except in the election of directors as governed by the provisions of Section 3.3 of Article III of these bylaws, the vote of a majority of the shares voted on any matter at a meeting of shareholders at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the shareholders on that matter, unless the vote of a greater number is required by law or by the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws of this corporation. Further, except in the election of directors, action on a matter by a voting group shall be approved if the votes cast within the voting group favoring the action exceed the votes cast opposing the action, unless the vote by a greater number is required by law or by the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws of this corporation. Corporate action on such matters shall be taken only when approved by each and every voting group entitled to vote as a separate voting group on such matters as provided by the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws of this corporation or by the North Carolina Business Corporation Act.
(c) Voting on all matters except the election of directors shall be by voice vote or by a show of hands unless the holders of one-tenth (1/10th) of the shares represented at the meeting shall, prior to the voting on any matter, demand a ballot vote on that particular matter. Abstentions shall not be treated as negative votes.
(d) Shares of the corporation's stock are not entitled to vote if they are owned, directly or indirectly, by a second corporation and the corporation owns, directly or indirectly, a majority of the shares entitled to vote for directors of the second corporation, except that shares held in a fiduciary capacity, including the corporation's own shares, may be voted.
2.13 | Informal Action By Shareholders. |
(a) Unless otherwise provided in the corporation’s Articles of Incorporation, any action required or permitted to be taken at a meeting of the shareholders may be taken without a meeting and without prior notice, if a consent in writing, setting forth the action so taken, shall be delivered to the corporation for inclusion in the corporate records and shall be signed by the holders of outstanding stock having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize or take the action at a meeting at which all shareholders entitled to vote thereon were present and voted. Such consent shall have the same force and effect as a vote of the shareholders. A shareholder’s consent to action taken without meeting may be in electronic form and may be delivered to the corporation in the manner herein required.
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(b) Every written consent shall bear the date of signature of such consent, and no written consent shall be effective to take the corporate action referred to therein unless, within sixty (60) days of the earliest consent delivered to the corporation in the manner herein required, written consents signed by a sufficient number of shareholders to take such action are delivered to the corporation by delivery to its registered office in the State of North Carolina, its principal place of business or an officer or agent of the corporation having custody of the records in which proceedings of meetings of the shareholders are recorded. Delivery to the corporation of shareholders’ written consents shall be by hand, certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, regular mail, nationally recognized courier or delivery service or, if in electronic form, by electronic mail or other electronic means to such address or other location as may from time to time be determined by the Board of Directors.
(c) If action is taken without a meeting by fewer than all shareholders entitled to vote on the action, the corporation shall give written notice to all shareholders who have not consented to the action and who, if the action had been taken at a meeting, would have been entitled to notice of the meeting with the same record date as the action taken without a meeting, within ten (10) days after the action is taken. The notice shall describe the action and indicate that the action has been taken without a meeting of shareholders.
2.14 | Inspectors of Election. |
(a) Appointment of Inspectors of Election. In advance of any meeting of shareholders, the Board of Directors may appoint any persons, other than nominees for office, as inspectors of election to act at such meeting or any adjournment thereof. If inspectors of election are not so appointed, the chairman of any such meeting may appoint inspectors of election at the meeting. The number of inspectors shall be either one or three. In case any person appointed as inspector fails to appear or fails or refuses to act, the vacancy may be filled by appointment by the Board of Directors in advance of the meeting or at the meeting by the person acting as chairman.
(b) Duties of Inspectors. The inspectors of election shall determine the number of shares outstanding and the voting power of each, the shares represented at the meeting, the existence of a quorum, the authenticity, validity and effect of proxies, receive votes, ballots or consents, hear and determine all challenges and questions in any way arising in connection with the right to vote, count and tabulate all votes or consents, determine the result and do such acts as may be proper to conduct the election or vote with fairness to all shareholders. The inspectors of election shall perform their duties impartially, in good faith, to the best of their ability and as expeditiously as is practical.
(c) Vote of Inspectors. If there are three inspectors of election, the decision, act or certificate of a majority shall be effective in all respects as the decision, act or certificate of all.
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(d) Report of Inspectors. On a request of the chairman of the meeting, the inspectors shall make a report in writing of any challenge or question or matter determined by them and shall execute a certificate of any fact found by them. Any report or certificate made by them shall be a prima facie evidence of the facts stated therein.
2.15 | Electronic Participation in Meetings. Any shareholder or any shareholder’s proxy may participate in any meeting of the shareholders by means of a conference telephone or similar communications device that allows all persons participating in the meeting (a) to read or to hear the meeting proceeding substantially concurrently as the proceedings occur, (b) to be read or to be heard substantially concurrently as the proceedings occur, and (c) to vote on matters to which the shareholder or shareholder’s proxy is entitled to vote, and such participation in a meeting shall be deemed presence in person at such meeting. |
ARTICLE III
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
3.1 | General Powers. All corporate powers shall be exercised by or under the authority of, and the business and affairs of the corporation managed under the direction of, its Board of Directors or by such executive or other committees as the Board may establish pursuant to these Bylaws. |
3.2 | Number and Qualifications. The number of directors constituting the Board of Directors shall range from one (1) to nine (9); initially set at five (5). The number of directors may be fixed or changed from time to time within the minimum and maximum by the Board of Directors or the shareholders. Directors need not be residents of the State of North Carolina or shareholders of the corporation. |
3.3 | Election of Directors. Except as provided in Section 3.6 of this Article III, the directors shall be elected at the annual meeting of shareholders; and those persons who receive the highest number of votes shall be deemed to have been elected. Every shareholder entitled to vote at an election of directors shall have the right to vote the number of shares standing of record in his name for as many persons as there are directors to be elected and for whose election he has a right to vote, or, if cumulative voting rights have been provided for in the corporation's Articles of Incorporation, to cumulate his vote by giving one candidate as many votes as the number of such directors multiplied by the number of his shares shall equal, or by distributing such votes on the same principle among any number of such candidates. This right of cumulative voting, if available to the shareholders, shall not be exercised unless (a) the meeting notice or proxy statement accompanying the notice states conspicuously that shareholders are entitled to cumulate their votes, or (b) a shareholder or proxy holder who has the right to cumulate his votes announces in open meeting, before the voting for the directors starts, his intention so to vote cumulatively; and if such announcement is made, the chair shall declare that all shares entitled to vote have the right to vote cumulatively and shall announce the number of shares present in person and by proxy and shall thereupon grant a recess of not less than one nor more than four hours, as he shall determine, or of such other period of time as is unanimously then agreed upon. |
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3.4 | Term of Directors. Each initial director shall hold office until the first shareholders' meeting at which directors are elected, or until such director's death, resignation or removal. The terms of every other director shall expire at the next annual shareholders' meeting following a director's election or upon such director's death, resignation or removal. The term of a director elected to fill a vacancy expires at the next shareholders' meeting at which directors are elected. Despite the expiration of a director's term, such director shall continue to serve until a qualified successor shall be elected. A decrease in the number of directors does not shorten an incumbent director's term. |
3.5 | Removal. Any director may be removed at any time with or without cause by a vote of the shareholders if the number or votes cast to remove such director exceeds the number of votes cast not to remove him. However, if cumulative voting is authorized, a director shall not be removed when the number of shares voting against the proposal for removal would be sufficient to elect a director if such shares were voted cumulatively at an annual election. If a director is elected by a voting group of shareholders, only the shareholders of that voting group may participate in the vote to remove him. If any directors are so removed, new directors may be elected at the same meeting. A director may not be removed by the shareholders at a meeting unless the notice of the meeting states that the purpose, or one of the purposes, of the meeting, is removal of the director. |
3.6 | Vacancies. Any vacancy occurring in the Board of Directors, including, without limitation, a vacancy resulting from an increase in the number of directors or from the failure by the shareholders to elect the full authorized number of directors, may be filled by the shareholders entitled to vote or the Board of Directors, whichever group shall act first. If the directors remaining in office do not constitute a quorum of the Board, the directors may fill the vacancy by the affirmative vote of a majority of the remaining directors. |
3.7 | Chairman of the Board. There may be a Chairman of the Board of Directors elected by the directors from their number at any meeting of the Board. The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Directors and perform such other duties as may be directed by the Board. He shall be an ex officio member of all committees. He shall make a report in writing at the annual meeting of the Board of Directors stating the condition of the corporation and shall make such suggestions and recommendations as he shall deem proper for the best interests of the corporation. He shall appoint delegates and representatives to the organizations with which the corporation is affiliated. He shall have the power to call the regular and any special meetings of the Board of Directors. Until a Chairman is elected, the President of the corporation shall preside at the meetings of the Board of Directors and shareholders. |
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3.8 | Compensation. The Board of Directors, in its discretion, may compensate directors for their services as such and may provide for the payment of all expenses incurred by directors in attending regular and special meetings of the Board or of the Executive Committee. Nothing herein contained, however, shall be construed to preclude any director from serving the corporation in any other capacity and receiving compensation therefor. |
3.9 | Executive Committees. The Board of Directors, by resolution adopted by a majority of the number of directors in office when the action is taken or, if greater, the number of directors required to take action pursuant to Section 4.6 of Article IV, may designate one or more directors to constitute an Executive Committee and other committees, each of which, to the extent authorized by law and provided in such resolution, shall have and may exercise all of the authority of the Board of Directors in the management of the corporation. Each committee member serves at the pleasure of the Board of Directors. The provisions in these Bylaws that govern meetings, action without meetings, notice and waiver of notice, and quorum and voting requirements of the Board of Directors apply to committees established by the Board. |
ARTICLE IV
MEETINGS OF DIRECTORS
4.1 | Regular Meetings. A regular meeting of the Board of Directors shall be held immediately after, and at the same place as, the annual meeting of the shareholders. In addition, the Board of Directors may provide, by resolution, the time and place, either within or without the State of North Carolina, for the holding of additional regular meetings. |
4.2 | Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by or at the request of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, if any, by the President or any two directors. Such meetings may be held either within or without the State of North Carolina, as fixed by the person or persons calling the meeting. |
4.3 | Notice of Meetings. Regular meetings of the Board of Directors may be held without notice. The person or persons calling a special meeting of the Board of Directors shall, at least 2 days before the meeting, give notice thereof by any usual means of communication including, but not limiting to facsimile, telephone, electronic mail or other form of electronic communication. Such notice need not specify the purpose for which the meeting is called. |
4.4 | Waiver of Notice. Any director may waive notice of any meeting. The waiver must be in writing, signed by the director entitled to the notice and delivered to the corporation for inclusion in the minutes or filing with the corporate records. A director's attendance at or participation in a meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, unless the director at the beginning of the meeting (or promptly on arrival) objects to holding the meeting or transacting business at the meeting and does not thereafter vote for or assent to action taken at the meeting. |
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4.5 | Quorum. A majority of the directors fixed by these Bylaws or, if the number of directors fixed by these Bylaws has been changed by the Board of Directors or the Shareholders pursuant to Section 3.2 hereof, a majority of the number of directors in office immediately before the meeting begins, shall be required for, and shall constitute, a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting of the Board of Directors unless the Articles of Incorporation or these Bylaws provide otherwise. |
4.6 | Manner of Acting. Except as otherwise provided in the Articles of Incorporation or these Bylaws, the act of the majority of the directors present at a meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board of Directors. |
4.7 | Presumption of Assent. A director of the corporation who is present at a meeting of the Board of Directors or a committee of the Board of Directors when corporate action is taken is deemed to have assented to the action taken unless (a) he objects at the beginning of the meeting (or promptly upon his arrival) to holding it or transacting business at the meeting, or (b) his dissent or abstention from the action taken is entered in the minutes of the meeting, or (c) he files written notice of his dissent or abstention with the presiding officer of the meeting before its adjournment or with the corporation immediately after the adjournment. Such right to dissent shall not apply to a director who voted in favor of such action. |
4.8 | Action Without Meeting. Action required or permitted to be taken at a meeting of the Board of Directors may be taken without a meeting if all members of the Board approve the action. The action must be evidenced by one or more written consents signed by each director before or after such action, describing the action taken, and included in the minutes or filed with the corporate records. The consent of any director pursuant hereto may be in writing or in electronic form and may be delivered to the corporation by hand, certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, regular mail, nationally recognized courier or delivery service or, if in electronic form, by electronic mail or other electronic means. Such action will become effective when the last director signs the consent, unless the consent specifies a different date. |
4.9 | Electronic Participation in Meetings. Any one or more directors or members of a committee may participate in a meeting of the Board of Directors or committee by means of a conference telephone or similar communications device that allows all persons participating in the meeting to hear each other, and such participation in a meeting shall be deemed presence in person at such meeting. |
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ARTICLE V
OFFICERS
5.1 | Officers of the Corporation. The officers of the corporation shall consist of a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer and such Vice-Presidents, Assistant Secretaries, Assistant Treasurers and other officers (including Controllers and Assistant Controllers) as the Board of Directors may from time to time elect. Any two or more offices may be held by the same person, but no officer may act in more than one capacity where action of two or more officers is required. |
5.2 | Appointment and Term. The officers of the corporation shall be appointed by the Board of Directors and each officer shall hold office until his death, resignation, retirement, removal, disqualification, or his successor shall have been appointed and qualified. |
5.3 | Removal. Any officer or agent elected or appointed by the Board of Directors may be removed by the Board at any time with or without cause; but such removal shall be without prejudice to the contract rights, if any, of the person so removed. |
5.4 | Resignation. An officer may resign at any time by communicating his resignation to the corporation, orally or in writing. A resignation is effective when communicated unless it specifies in writing a later effective date. If a resignation is made effective at a later date that is accepted by the corporation, the Board of Directors may fill the pending vacancy before the effective date if the Board provides that the successor does not take office until the effective date. An officer's resignation does not affect the corporation's contract rights, if any, with the officer. |
5.5 | Compensation of Officers. The compensation of all officers of the corporation shall be fixed by the Board of Directors and no officer shall serve the corporation in any other capacity and receive compensation therefor unless such additional compensation be authorized by the Board of Directors. |
5.6 | Chairman of the Board. Unless otherwise specified by resolution of the Board, the Chairman of the Board shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the corporation (and may be identified as such in his title) and, subject to the direction and control of the Board of Directors, shall supervise and control the management of the corporation. The Chairman of the Board shall, when present, preside at all meetings of the directors and shareholders and, in general, shall perform all duties incident to the office of Chairman of the Board and such other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors. |
5.7 | President. Unless otherwise specified by resolution of the Board, the President, subject to the control of the Board of Directors, shall in general supervise and control all of the business and affairs of the corporation. He shall, in the absence of the Chairman of the Board, preside at all meetings of the shareholders. He shall sign, with the Secretary, an Assistant Secretary, or any other proper officer of the corporation thereunto authorized by the Board of Directors, certificates for shares of the corporation, any deeds, mortgages, bonds, contracts, or other instruments that the Board of Directors has authorized to be executed, except in cases where the signing and execution thereof shall be expressly delegated by the Board of Directors or by these Bylaws to some other officer or agent of the corporation, or shall be required by law to be, otherwise signed or executed; and, in general, he shall perform all duties incident to the office of President and such other duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors from time to time. |
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5.8 | Vice Presidents. In the absence of the President or in the event of his death, inability or refusal to act, the Vice Presidents in the order of their length of service as such, unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors, shall perform the duties of the President, and when so acting shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the President. Any Vice President may sign, with the Secretary or an Assistant Secretary, certificates of shares of the corporation; and shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the President or Board of Directors. The Board of Directors may designate one or more Vice Presidents to be responsible for certain functions, including, without limitation, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing and Personnel. |
5.9 | Secretary. The Secretary shall: (a) keep the minutes of the meetings of shareholders, of the Board of Directors and of all Executive Committees in one or more books provided for that purpose; (b) see that all notices are duly given in accordance with the provisions of these Bylaws or as required by law; (c) be custodian of the corporate records and of the seal of the corporation and see that the seal of the corporation is affixed to all documents the execution of which on behalf of the corporation under its seal is duly authorized; (d) keep a register of the post office address of each shareholder which shall be furnished to the Secretary by such shareholder; (e) sign with the President, or a Vice President, certificates for shares of the corporation, the issuance of which shall have been authorized by resolution of the Board of Directors; (f) maintain and have general charge of the stock transfer books of the corporation; (g) prepare or cause to be prepared shareholder lists prior to each meeting of shareholders as required by law; (h) attest the signature or certify the incumbency or signature of any officer of the corporation; and (i) in general perform all duties incident to the office of Secretary and such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the President or by the Board of Directors. |
5.10 | Assistant Secretaries. In the absence of the Secretary or in the event of his death, inability or refusal to act, the Assistant Secretaries in the order of their lengths of service as Assistant Secretaries, unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors, shall perform the duties of the Secretary, and when so acting shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the Secretary. They shall perform such other duties as may be assigned to them by the Secretary, by the President, or by the Board of Directors. Any Assistant Secretary may sign, with the President or a Vice President, certificates for shares of the corporation. |
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5.11 | Treasurer. Unless otherwise designated by the Board of Directors, the Treasurer shall be the Chief Financial Officer (and may be designated as such in his title) and, subject to the discretion of the Board of Directors, shall: (a) have charge and custody of and be responsible for all funds and securities of the corporation; receive and give receipts for monies due and payable to the corporation from any source whatsoever, and deposit all such monies in the name of the corporation in such depositories as shall be selected in accordance with the provisions of Section 6.4 of Article VI of these Bylaws; (b) maintain appropriate accounting records as required by law; (c) prepare, or cause to be prepared, annual financial statements of the corporation that include a balance sheet as of the end of the fiscal year and an income and cash flow statement for that year, which statements, or a written notice of their availability, shall be mailed to each shareholder within one hundred twenty (120) days after the end of such fiscal year; and (d) in general perform all of the duties incident to the office of Treasurer and such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to him by the President or by the Board of Directors, or by these Bylaws. |
5.12 | Assistant Treasurers. In the absence of the Treasurer or in the event of his death, inability or refusal to act, the Assistant Treasurers in the order of their length of service as such, unless otherwise determined by the Board of Directors, shall perform the duties of the Treasurer, and when so acting shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the Treasurer. They shall perform such other duties as may be assigned to them by the Treasurer, by the President or by the Board of Directors. |
5.13 | Controller and Assistant Controllers. The Controller, if one has been appointed, shall have charge of the accounting affairs of the corporation and shall have such other powers and perform such other duties as the Board of Directors shall designate. Each Assistant Controller shall have such powers and perform such duties as may be assigned by the Board of Directors and the Assistant Controller shall exercise the powers of the Controller during that officer's absence or inability to act. |
5.14 | Delegation of Duties of Officers. In case of the absence of any officer of the corporation or for any other reason that the Board may deem sufficient, the Board may delegate the powers or duties of such officer to any other officer or to any director for the time being provided a majority of the entire Board of Directors concurs therein. |
5.15 | Bonds. The Board of Directors may by resolution, require any or all officers, agents or employees of the corporation to give bond to the corporation, with sufficient sureties, conditioned on the faithful performance of the duties of their respective offices or positions, and to comply with such other conditions as may from time to time be required by the Board of Directors. |
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ARTICLE VI
CONTRACTS, LOANS, CHECKS AND DEPOSITS
6.1 | Contracts. The Board of Directors may authorize any officer or officers, agent or agents, to enter into any contract or execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the corporation, and such authority may be general or confined to specific instances. Any resolution of the Board of Directors authorizing the execution of documents by the proper officers of the corporation or by the officers generally shall be deemed to authorize such execution by the Chairman of the Board, the President, any Vice President, or the Treasurer, or any other officer if such execution is generally within the scope of the duties of his office. The Board of Directors may by resolution authorize such execution by means of one or more facsimile signatures. |
6.2 | Loans. No loans shall be contracted on behalf of the corporation and no evidence of indebtedness shall be issued in its name unless authorized by a resolution of the Board of Directors. Such authority may be general or confined to specific instances. |
6.3 | Checks and Drafts. All checks, drafts or other orders for the payment of money issued in the name of the corporation shall be signed by such officer or officers, agent or agents of the corporation and in such manner as shall from time to time be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors. |
6.4 | Deposits. All funds of the corporation not otherwise employed shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of the corporation in such depositories as the Board of Directors may select. |
ARTICLE VII
CERTIFICATES FOR SHARES AND THEIR TRANSFER
7.1 | Certificates for Shares. The Board of Directors may authorize the issuance of some or all of the shares of the corporation's classes or series without issuing certificates to represent such shares. If shares are represented by certificates, the certificates shall be in such form as required by law and shall be determined by the Board of Directors. Certificates shall be signed (either manually or in facsimile) by the Chairman of the Board, President or a Vice President and by the Secretary or Treasurer or an Assistant Secretary or an Assistant Treasurer. The signatures of any such officers upon a certificate may be facsimiles or may be engraved or printed. In case any officer who has signed or whose facsimile or other signature has been placed upon such certificate shall have ceased to be such officer before such certificate is issued, it may be issued by the corporation with the same effect as if he were such officer at the date of its issue. All certificates for shares shall be consecutively numbered or otherwise identified and entered into the stock transfer books of the corporation. When shares are represented by certificates, the corporation shall issue and deliver to each shareholder to whom such shares have been issued or transferred, certificates representing the shares owned by him. When shares are not represented by certificates, then within a reasonable time after the issuance or transfer of such shares, the corporation shall send the shareholder to whom such shares have been issued or transferred a written statement of the information required by law to be on certificates. |
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7.2 | Stock Transfer Books. The corporation shall keep a book or set of books, to be known as the stock transfer books of the corporation, containing the name of each shareholder of record, together with such shareholder's address and the number and class or series of shares held by him. Transfer of shares shall be made only on the stock transfer books of the corporation by the holder of record thereof or by his legal representative, who shall furnish proper evidence of authority to transfer, or by his attorney thereunto authorized by power of attorney duly executed and filed with the Secretary, and on surrender for cancellation of the certificate for such shares (if the shares are represented by certificates). All certificates surrendered for transfer (if the shares are represented by certificates) shall be cancelled before new certificates (or written statements in lieu thereof) for the transferred shares shall be issued or delivered to the shareholder. |
7.3 | Reserved. |
7.4 | Fixing Record Date. |
(a) The Board of Directors may fix a future date as the record date for one or more voting groups in order to determine the shareholders entitled to notice of or to vote at any meeting of shareholders or any adjournment thereof, or entitled to receive payment of any distribution, or in order to make a determination of shareholders for any other proper purpose. Such record date may not be more than seventy (70) days before the meeting or date on which the particular action requiring such determination of shareholders is to be taken. A determination of shareholders entitled to notice of or to vote at a shareholders' meeting is effective for any adjournment of the meeting unless the Board of Directors fixes a new record date for the adjourned meeting, which it must do if the meeting is adjourned to a date more than one hundred twenty (120) days after the date fixed for the original meeting.
(b) If no record date is fixed for the determination of shareholders entitled to notice of or to vote at a meeting of shareholders, or shareholders entitled to receive payment of a distribution, the close of business on the day before the first notice of the meeting is delivered to shareholders or the date on which the resolution of the Board of Directors declaring such distribution is adopted, as the case may be, shall be the record date for such determination of shareholders.
7.5 | Lost or Destroyed Certificate. The Board of Directors may direct a new certificate to be issued in place of any certificate theretofore issued by the corporation claimed to have been lost, destroyed or wrongfully taken, upon receipt of an affidavit of such fact from the person claiming the certificate of stock to have been lost or destroyed. When authorizing such issue of a new certificate, the Board of Directors shall require that the owner of such lost or destroyed certificate, or his legal representative, give the corporation a bond in such sum as the Board may direct as indemnity against any claim that may be made against the corporation with respect to the certificate claimed to have been lost or destroyed, except where the Board of Directors by resolution finds that in the judgment of the directors the circumstances justify omission of a bond. |
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7.6 | Holder of Record. Except as otherwise required by law, the corporation may treat as absolute owner of shares the person in whose name the shares stand of record on its books just as if that person had full competency, capacity and authority to exercise all rights of ownership irrespective of any knowledge or notice to the contrary or any description indicating a representative, pledge or other fiduciary relation or any reference to any other instrument or to the rights of any other person appearing upon its record or upon the share certificate except that any person furnishing to the corporation proof of his appointment as a fiduciary shall be treated as if he were a holder of record of its shares. |
7.7 | Shares Held By Nominees. |
(a) The corporation shall recognize the beneficial owner of shares registered in the name of a nominee as the owner and shareholder of such shares for certain purposes if the nominee in whose name such shares are registered files with the Secretary of the corporation a written certificate in a form prescribed by the corporation, signed by the nominee and indicating the following: (1) the name, address and taxpayer identification number of the nominee; (2) the name, address and taxpayer identification number of the beneficial owner; (3) the number and class or series of shares registered in the name of the nominee as to which the beneficial owner shall be recognized as the shareholder; and (4) the purposes for which the beneficial owner shall be recognized as the shareholder.
(b) The purposes for which the corporation shall recognize a beneficial owner as the shareholder may include the following: (1) receiving notice of, voting at and otherwise participating in shareholders' meetings; (2) executing consents with respect to the shares; (3) exercising dissenters' rights under Article 13 of the North Carolina Business Corporation Act; (4) receiving distributions and share dividends with respect to the shares; (5) exercising inspection rights; (6) receiving reports, financial statements, proxy statements and other communications from the corporation; (7) making any demand upon the corporation required or permitted by law; and (8) exercising any other rights or receiving any other benefits of a shareholder with respect to the shares.
(c) The certificate shall be effective ten (10) business days after its receipt by the corporation and until it is changed by the nominee, unless the certificate specifies a later effective time or an earlier termination date.
(d) If the certificate affects less than all of the shares registered in the name of the nominee, the corporation may require the shares affected by the certificate to be registered separately on the books of the corporation and be represented by a share certificate that bears a conspicuous legend stating that there is a nominee certificate in effect with respect to the shares represented by that share certificate.
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7.8 | Acquisition by Corporation of its Own Shares. The corporation may acquire its own shares and shares so acquired shall constitute authorized but unissued shares. Unless otherwise prohibited by the Articles of Incorporation, the corporation may reissue such shares. If reissue is prohibited, the Articles of Incorporation shall be amended to reduce the number of authorized shares by the number of shares so acquired. Such required amendment may be adopted by the Board of Directors without shareholder action. |
ARTICLE VIII
GENERAL PROVISIONS
8.1 | Distributions. The Board of Directors may from time to time authorize, and the corporation may make distributions to its shareholders pursuant to law and subject to the provisions of its Articles of Incorporation. |
8.2 | Seal. The corporate seal of the corporation shall consist of two concentric circles between which is the name of the corporation and in the center of which is inscribed CORPORATE SEAL. |
8.3 | Fiscal Year. The fiscal year of the corporation shall be fixed by the Board of Directors. |
8.4 | Amendments. |
(a) Except as otherwise provided herein and by law, these Bylaws may be amended or repealed and new bylaws may be adopted by the affirmative vote of a majority of the directors then holding office at any regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors.
(b) No bylaw adopted or amended or repealed by the shareholders shall be readopted, amended or repealed by the Board of Directors, unless the Articles of Incorporation or a bylaw adopted by the shareholders authorizes the Board of Directors to adopt, amend or repeal that particular bylaw or the Bylaws generally.
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8.5 | Indemnification. |
(a) Any person who at any time serves or has served as a director or officer of the corporation or in such capacity at the request of the corporation for any other corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise, shall have a right to be indemnified by the corporation to the fullest extent permitted by law against (i) reasonable expenses, including attorneys' fees, actually and necessarily incurred by him in connection with any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative or investigative (and any appeal therein), and whether or not brought by or on behalf of the corporation, seeking to hold him liable by reason of the fact that he is or was acting in such capacity, and (ii) payments made by him in satisfaction of any judgment, money decree, fine, penalty or settlement for which he may have become liable in any such action, suit or proceeding.
(b) The Board of Directors of the corporation shall take all such action as may be necessary and appropriate to authorize the corporation to pay the indemnification required by this bylaw, including without limitation, to the extent needed, making a good faith evaluation of the manner in which the claimant for indemnity acted and of the reasonable amount of indemnity due him and giving notice to, and obtaining approval by, the shareholders of the corporation.
(c) Any person who at any time after the adoption of this bylaw serves or has served in any of the aforesaid capacities for or on behalf of the corporation shall be deemed to be doing or to have done so in reliance upon, and as consideration for, the right of indemnification provided herein. Such right shall inure to the benefit of the legal representatives of any such person and shall not be exclusive of any other rights to which such person may be entitled apart from the provision of this bylaw.
8.6 | Advance Payment of Expenses. The corporation shall (upon receipt of an undertaking by or on behalf of the director or officer involved to repay the expenses described herein unless it shall ultimately be determined that he is entitled to be indemnified by the corporation against such expenses) pay expenses (including attorneys' fees) incurred by such director or officer in defending any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding and any appeal therein whether civil, criminal, administrative, investigative or arbitrative and whether formal or informal or appearing as a witness at a time when he has not been named as a defendant or a respondent with respect thereto in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding. |
8.7 | Directors and Officers Liability Insurance. The Board of Directors may cause the corporation to purchase and maintain “Directors and Officers Liability Insurance” for the benefit of any person who is or was serving as a director, officer, employee or agent of this corporation or for the benefit of any person who is or was serving at the request of this corporation as a director, officer, employee, or agent of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise. This insurance may cover any liability incurred by such person in any capacity arising out of this status as such even if the corporation would not otherwise have the power to indemnify him against that liability. |
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8.8 | Effective Date of Notice. Except as provided in Section 2.5 of Article II, written notice shall be effective at the earliest of the following: (1) when received; (2) five days after its deposit in the United States mail, as evidenced by the postmark, if mailed with postage thereon prepaid and correctly addressed; or (3) on the date shown on the return receipt, if sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested and the receipt is signed by or on behalf of the addressee. |
8.9 | Corporate Records. Any records maintained by the corporation in the regular course of its business, including its stock ledger, books of account and minute books, may be kept on or be in the form of punch cards, magnetic tape, photographs, microphotographs or any other information storage device; provided that the records so kept can be converted into clearly legible written form within a reasonable time. The corporation shall so convert any records so kept upon the request of any person entitled to inspect the same. The corporation shall maintain at its principal office the following records: (1) Articles of Incorporation or Restated Articles of Incorporation and all amendments thereto; (2) Bylaws or restated Bylaws and all amendments thereto; (3) resolutions by the Board of Directors creating classes or series of shares and affixing rights, preferences or limitations to shares; (4) minutes of all shareholder meetings or action taken without a meeting for the past three years; (5) all written communications to shareholders for the past three years, including financial statements; and (6) a list of the names and business addresses of its current directors and officers; and (7) the corporation's most recent annual report filed with the North Carolina Secretary of State. |
8.10 | Amendments to Articles of Incorporation. To the extent permitted by law, the Board of Directors may amend the Articles of Incorporation without shareholder approval to: (1) delete the initial directors' names and addresses; (2) change the initial registered agent or office in any state in which it is qualified to do business, provided such change is on file with the applicable Secretary of State; (3) change each issued and unissued share of an outstanding class into a greater number of whole shares, provided that class is the corporation's only outstanding share class; (4) change the corporate name by substituting "corporation", "incorporated", "company", "limited" or the abbreviations therefor for a similar word or abbreviation or by adding, deleting or changing a geographic designation in the name; or (5) make any other change expressly permitted by the North Carolina Business Corporation Act to be made without shareholder action. All other amendments to the Articles of Incorporation must be approved by the appropriate voting group or groups as required by law. |
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CERTIFICATE OF ADOPTION OF BYLAWS
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned certifies that the foregoing nineteen (19) pages were adopted as the Bylaws of the corporation by action of the Board of Directors effective as of May 5, 2017.
/s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley, President and Sole Director |
Exhibit 10.1
FATHOM VENTURES, INC.
2017 STOCK PLAN
1. Purpose. This Fathom Ventures, Inc. 2017 Stock Plan (the “Plan”) is intended to provide incentives:
(a) to employees, directors, contractors, and consultants of Fathom Ventures, Inc. (the “Company”) and its Affiliates (as defined below) by providing them with bonus awards of Series B Common Stock of the Company (“Stock Bonuses”);
(b) to employees, directors, contractors, and consultants of the Company and its Affiliates by providing them with opportunities to make direct purchases of Series B Common Stock of the Company (“Purchase Rights”);
(c) to employees, directors, contractors, and consultants of the Company and its Affiliates by providing them with opportunities to purchase Series B Common Stock of the Company pursuant to options granted hereunder that do not qualify as “incentive stock options” under Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or any successor statute (the “Code”) (“Nonstatutory Stock Options” or “NSOs”);
(d) to employees of the Company, its parent (if any), or any of its present or future subsidiaries (collectively, “Related Corporations”), by providing them with opportunities to purchase Series B Common Stock (as defined below) of the Company pursuant to options granted hereunder that qualify as “incentive stock options” (“Incentive Stock Options” or “ISOs”) under Section 422 of the Code.
Both ISOs and NSOs are referred to hereafter as “Options”, and Options, Stock Bonuses and Purchase Rights are referred to hereafter collectively as “Stock Rights.” As used herein, the terms “parent” and “subsidiary” mean “parent corporation” and “subsidiary corporation,” respectively, as those terms are defined in Section 424 of the Code. An “Affiliate” of the Company means a corporation, limited liability company, or other business entity that, directly or indirectly, through one or more intermediaries or otherwise, controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Company, where “control” means the ability to direct management or policies through the ownership of voting securities, by contract or otherwise. The term “Affiliate” specifically includes, but is not limited to, to Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC.
2. Administration of the Plan.
(a) The Plan shall be administered by (i) the Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”), or (ii) a committee consisting of directors or other persons appointed by the Board (the “Committee”). The appointment of the members of, and the delegation of powers to, the Committee by the Board shall be consistent with applicable federal and state laws and regulations (collectively, the “Applicable Laws”). Once appointed, the Committee shall continue to serve in its designated capacity until otherwise directed by the Board. From time to time, the Board may increase the size of the Committee and appoint additional members thereof, remove members (with or without cause) and appoint new members in substitution therefor, fill vacancies, however caused, and remove all members of the Committee and thereafter directly administer the Plan, all to the extent permitted by the Applicable Laws.
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(b) Subject to ratification of the grant or authorization of each Stock Right by the Board (if so required by an Applicable Law), and subject to the terms of the Plan, the Committee shall have the authority, in its discretion, to:
(i) determine the employees of the Company and Related Corporations (from among the class of employees eligible under Section 3 to receive ISOs) to whom ISOs may be granted, and to determine (from among the classes of individuals and entities eligible under Section 3 to receive NSOs, Stock Bonuses and Purchase Rights) to whom NSOs, Stock Bonuses and Purchase Rights may be granted;
(ii) determine the time or times at which Options, Stock Bonuses or Purchase Rights may be granted (which may be based on performance criteria);
(iii) determine the number of shares of Series B Common Stock subject to any Stock Right granted by the Committee;
(iv) determine the option price of shares subject to each Option, which price shall not be less than the minimum price specified in Section 6 hereof, as appropriate, and the purchase price of shares subject to each Purchase Right and to determine the form of consideration to be paid to the Company for exercise of such Option or purchase of shares with respect to a Purchase Right;
(v) determine whether each Option granted shall be an ISO or NSO;
(vi) determine (subject to Section 7) the time or times when each Option shall become exercisable and the duration of the exercise period;
(vii) determine whether restrictions such as repurchase options are to be imposed on shares subject to Options, Stock Bonuses and Purchase Rights and the nature of such restrictions, if any;
(viii) approve forms of agreement for use under the Plan;
(ix) determine the Fair Market Value (as defined in Section 6(d) below) of a Stock Right or the Series B Common Stock underlying a Stock Right;
(x) accelerate vesting of any Stock Right or waive any forfeiture restrictions, or waive any other limitation or restriction with respect to a Stock Right;
(xi) reduce the exercise price of any Stock Right if the Fair Market Value of the Series B Common Stock covered by such Stock Right shall have declined since the date the Stock Right was granted;
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(xii) institute a program whereby outstanding Options can be surrendered in exchange for Options with a lower exercise price;
(xiii) modify or amend each Stock Right, including the discretionary authority to extend the post-termination exercisability period of Stock Rights longer than is otherwise provided for by terms of the Plan or the Stock Right;
(xiv) construe and interpret the Plan and Stock Rights granted hereunder;
(xv) prescribe and rescind rules and regulations relating to the Plan;
(xvi) to approve addenda pursuant to Section 24 below or to grant Stock Rights to, or to modify the terms of, any outstanding agreement related to any Stock Right held by grantees who are foreign nationals or employed outside of the United States with such terms and conditions as the Committee deems necessary or appropriate to accommodate differences in local law, tax policy or custom which deviate from the terms and conditions set forth in this Plan to the extent necessary or appropriate to accommodate such differences; and
(xvii) make all other determinations necessary or advisable for the administration of the Plan.
The interpretation and construction by the Committee of any provisions of the Plan or of any Stock Right granted under it shall be final unless otherwise determined by the Board. No member of the Board or the Committee shall be liable for any action or determination made in good faith with respect to the Plan or any Stock Right granted under it.
(c) The Committee may select one of its members as its chairman, and shall hold meetings at such times and places as it may determine. Acts by a majority of the Committee, approved in person at a meeting or in writing, shall be the valid acts of the Committee.
(d) All references in this Plan to the Committee shall mean the Board if no Committee has been appointed.
(e) Those provisions of the Plan that make express reference to “Rule 16b-3” shall apply to the Company only at such time as the Company’s Series B Common Stock is registered under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and then only to such persons as are required to file reports under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act (a “Reporting Person”).
(f) To the extent that Stock Rights are to be qualified as “performance-based” compensation within the meaning of Section 162(m) of the Code, the Plan shall be administered by a committee consisting of two or more “outside directors” as determined under Section 162(m) of the Code.
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3. Eligible Employees and Others.
(a) Eligibility. ISOs may be granted to any employee of the Company or any Related Corporation. Those officers of the Company who are not employees may not be granted ISOs under the Plan. NSOs, Stock Bonuses and Purchase Rights may be granted to any director, employee, contractor, or consultant of the Company or any Affiliate of the Company. Granting of any Stock Right to any individual or entity shall neither entitle that individual or entity to, nor disqualify him, her, or it from, participation in any other grant of Stock Rights.
(b) Special Rule for Grant of Stock Rights to Reporting Persons. The selection of a director or an officer who is a Reporting Person (as the terms “director” and “officer” are defined for purposes of Rule 16b-3) as a recipient of a Stock Right, the timing of the Stock Right grant, the exercise price, if any, of the Stock Right and the number of shares subject to the Stock Right shall be determined either (i) by the Board, or (ii) by a committee of the Board that is composed solely of two or more Non-Employee Directors having full authority to act in the matter. For the purposes of the Plan, a director shall be deemed to be a “Non-Employee Director” only if such person is defined as such under Rule 16b-3(b)(3), as interpreted from time to time.
(c) Annual Limitation for Employees. To the extent the Company is subject to Section 162(m) of the Code, no employee shall be eligible to be granted during any calendar year Stock Rights covering more than eighty percent (80%) of the total shares of Series B Common Stock authorized for issuance under the Plan as set forth in Section 4.
4. Stock. The stock subject to Stock Rights shall be authorized but unissued shares of the Series B Common Stock of the Company, no par value per share, or such shares of the Company’s capital stock into which such class of shares may be converted pursuant to any reorganization, recapitalization, merger, consolidation or the like, or shares of Series B Common Stock reacquired by the Company in any manner. The aggregate number of shares that may be issued pursuant to the Plan is 1,500,000 shares of Series B Common Stock, which is the maximum number of shares that may be issued as ISOs under this Plan, subject to adjustment as provided herein. Any such shares may be issued as ISOs, NSOs or Stock Bonuses, or to persons or entities making purchases pursuant to Purchase Rights, so long as the number of shares so issued does not exceed such aggregate number, as adjusted. If any Option granted under the Plan shall expire or terminate for any reason without having been exercised in full or shall cease for any reason to be exercisable in whole or in part, or if the Company shall reacquire any shares issued pursuant to Stock Rights, the unpurchased shares subject to such Options and any shares so reacquired by the Company shall again be available for grants of Stock Rights under the Plan. Shares of Series B Common Stock which are withheld to pay the exercise price of an Option and/or any related withholding obligations shall not be available for issuance under the Plan.
5. Granting of Stock Rights. Stock Rights may be granted under the Plan at any time after the Effective Date, as set forth in Section 16, and prior to 10 years thereafter. The date of grant of a Stock Right under the Plan will be the date specified by the Committee at the time it grants the Stock Right; provided, however, that such date shall not be prior to the date on which the Committee acts.
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6. Minimum Price; ISO Limitations.
(a) The price per share specified in the agreement relating to each NSO, Stock Bonus or Purchase Right granted under the Plan shall be established by the Committee, taking into account any noncash consideration to be received by the Company from the recipient of Stock Rights.
(b) The price per share specified in the agreement relating to each ISO granted under the Plan shall not be less than the Fair Market Value per share of Series B Common Stock on the date of such grant. In the case of an ISO to be granted to an employee owning stock possessing more than 10% of the total combined voting power of all classes of stock of the Company or any Related Corporation, the price per share specified in the agreement relating to such ISO shall not be less than 110% of the Fair Market Value per share of Series B Common Stock on the date of the grant.
(c) To the extent that the aggregate Fair Market Value (determined at the time an ISO is granted) of Series B Common Stock for which ISOs granted to any employee are exercisable for the first time by such employee during any calendar year (under all stock option plans of the Company and any Related Corporation) exceeds $100,000 (or such higher value as permitted under Code Section 422 at the time of determination) such Options will be treated as NSOs, provided that this Section shall have no force or effect to the extent that its inclusion in the Plan is not necessary for Options issued as ISOs to qualify as ISOs pursuant to Section 422 of the Code. The rule of this Section 6(c) shall be applied by taking Options in the order in which they were granted.
(d) As used herein, “Fair Market Value” means:
(i) if the Series B Common Stock is then traded on a national securities exchange, the closing sale price for such stock (or the closing bid, if no sales were reported as quoted on such exchange or market) on the date of determination (or, if no closing sales price or closing bid was reported on that date, as applicable, on the last trading date such closing sales price or closing bid was reported);
(ii) if the Series B Common Stock is regularly quoted on an automated quotation system but not reported on a national securities exchange, the closing sale price or average of bid prices last quoted on that date by an established quotation service (or, if no such prices were reported on that date, on the last date such prices were reported); or
(iii) if the Series B Common Stock is not traded on an established securities market (as defined in Treasury Regulation Section 1.897-1(m)), the fair market value as determined by the Committee in good faith on such basis as it deems appropriate and applied consistently with respect to the recipients of Stock Rights under the Plan.
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7. Option Duration. Subject to earlier termination as provided in Sections 9 and 10, each Option shall expire on the date specified by the Committee, but not more than:
(a) 10 years from the date of grant in the case of NSOs;
(b) 10 years from the date of grant in the case of ISOs generally; and
(c) 5 years from the date of grant in the case of ISOs granted to an employee owning stock possessing more than 10% of the total combined voting power of all classes of stock of the Company or any Related Corporation.
Subject to earlier termination as provided in Sections 9 and 10, the term of each ISO shall be the term set forth in the original instrument granting such ISO, except with respect to any part of such ISO that is converted into an NSO pursuant to Section 18.
8. Exercise of Options. Subject to the provisions of Section 9 through Section 12 of the Plan, each Option granted under the Plan shall be exercisable as follows:
(a) the Option shall either be fully exercisable on the date of grant or shall become exercisable thereafter in such installments as the Committee may specify;
(b) once an installment becomes exercisable it shall remain exercisable until expiration or termination of the Option, unless otherwise specified by the Committee;
(c) each Option or installment may be exercised at any time or from time to time, in whole or in part, for up to the total number of shares with respect to which it is then exercisable;
(d) the Committee shall have the right to accelerate the date of exercise of any installment of any Option, irrespective of whether such acceleration would cause the Option to exceed the annual vesting limitation contained in Section 422 of the Code, as described in Section 6(c);
(e) the Committee may, but need not, include a provision in an agreement evidencing an Option whereby the grantee may elect at any time during his/her Continuous Service to exercise any part or all of the Option prior to its vesting, and in such case any shares received pursuant to such exercise of the unvested portion of the Option will be subject to a repurchase right in favor of the Company or to any other restriction the Company determines to be appropriate.
9. Effect of Termination of Continuous Service. If a grantee ceases to provide Continuous Service (as defined below) to the Company and all Affiliates other than (x) by reason of death or Disability as defined in Section 10, or (y) by reason of a termination for “Cause” as defined in this Section 9, then unless otherwise specified in the instrument granting such Stock Right, the grantee shall have the continued right to exercise any Stock Right held by him or her, to the extent of the number of shares with respect to which he or she could have exercised it on the date of termination until the Stock Right’s specified expiration date; provided, however, in the event the grantee exercises any ISO after the date that is three months following the date of termination of employment, such ISO will automatically be converted into an NSO subject to the terms of the Plan. In the event of a termination for Cause (as defined below), the right of a grantee to exercise a Stock Right shall terminate as of the date of termination.
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(a) As used herein, the term “Continuous Service” means the provision of services to the Company or an Affiliate in any capacity of employee, director, contractor, or consultant that is not interrupted or terminated. A grantee’s Continuous Service will be deemed to have terminated either upon an actual termination of Continuous Service or upon the entity for which the grantee provides services ceasing to be an Affiliate. Continuous Service shall not be considered interrupted in the case of (i) any approved leave of absence (as described below), (ii) transfers among the Company, an Affiliate, or any successor in any capacity of employee, director, contractor, or consultant, or (iii) any change in status as long as the individual remains in the service of the Company or an Affiliate in any capacity of employee, director, contractor, or consultant (provided, however that a change in status from an employee to contractor or consultant may cause an ISO to become an NSO under the Code). ISOs granted under the Plan shall not be affected by any change of employment within or among the Company and its Affiliates, so long as the optionee continues to be an employee of the Company or any Affiliate.
(b) An approved leave of absence for purposes of determining Continuous Service will include any bona fide leave of absence (such as those attributable to illness, military obligations or other authorized personal leave) provided that the period of such leave does not exceed six (6) months, or if longer, any period during which such grantee’s right to reemployment with the Company is guaranteed by statute or by contract.
(c) For purposes of this Plan, and unless otherwise defined in the instrument granting a Stock Right, “Cause” means:
(i) if a grantee has a then-effective employment agreement, consulting agreement, service agreement or other similar agreement with the Company or any Affiliate that defines “Cause” or a like term, the meaning set forth in such agreement at the time of the grantee’s termination of Continuous Service; or
(ii) in the absence of such an agreement or definition, the termination of a grantee’s Continuous Service for any of the following reasons, as determined by the Committee: (A) the grantee’s breach of any fiduciary duty to the Company or any Affiliate; (B) the grantee’s failure to follow the reasonable instructions of the Board or such grantee’s direct supervisor, which breach, if curable, is not cured within ten (10) days after notice to such grantee or, if cured, recurs within one hundred eighty (180) days; (C) the grantee’s willful misconduct, fraud, embezzlement, or acts of dishonesty relating to the Company or any Affiliate; (D) the grantee’s material breach of any noncompetition, confidentiality or similar agreement with the Company or an Affiliate, as determined under such agreement; (E) the grantee’s commission of a crime involving fraud, embezzlement, theft, or other act constituting a felony; or (F) a grantee who is an employee, contractor, or consultant and who engages in acts or omissions constituting gross negligence, misconduct or a willful violation of a Company or an Affiliate policy which is or is reasonably expected to be materially injurious to the Company and/or an Affiliate.
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(d) NOTHING IN THE PLAN SHALL BE DEEMED TO GIVE ANY GRANTEE OF ANY STOCK RIGHT THE RIGHT TO BE RETAINED IN EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER SERVICE BY THE COMPANY OR ANY AFFILIATE FOR ANY PERIOD OF TIME OR TO AFFECT THE AT-WILL NATURE OF ANY EMPLOYEE’S EMPLOYMENT.
10. Death; Disability.
(a) If a grantee’s Continuous Service ends by reason of death, or if a grantee dies within three months of the date his or her Continuous Service ends, any Stock Right held by him or her may be exercised to the extent of the number of shares with respect to which he or she could have exercised said Stock Right on the date of death, by his or her estate, personal representative or beneficiary who has acquired the Stock Right by will or by the laws of descent and distribution (the “Successor Grantee”), unless otherwise specified in the instrument granting such Stock Right, prior to the earlier of (i) one year after the date of termination or (ii) the Stock Right’s specified expiration date, provided, however, that a Successor Grantee shall be entitled to ISO treatment under Section 421 of the Code only if the deceased optionee would have been entitled to like treatment had he or she exercised such Option on the date of his or her death; and provided further in the event the Successor Grantee exercises an ISO after the date that is one year following the date of termination by reason of death, such ISO will automatically be converted into a NSO subject to the terms of the Plan.
(b) If a grantee’s Continuous Service ends by reason of Disability, he or she shall continue to have the right to exercise any Stock Right held by him or her on the date of termination until unless otherwise specified in the instrument granting such Stock Right, the earlier of (i) one year after the date of termination or (ii) the Stock Right’s specified expiration date provided, however, in the event the grantee exercises an ISO after the date that is one year following the date of termination by reason of Disability, such ISO will automatically be converted into a NSO subject to the terms of the Plan. For the purposes of the Plan, the term “Disability” means a “permanent and total disability” as defined in Section 22(e)(3) of the Code.
(c) The provisions of subsections (a) and (b) of this Section 10 regarding the exercise period of a Stock Right may be waived, extended or further limited, in the discretion of the Committee, in an instrument granting a Stock Right that is not an ISO.
11. Transferability and Assignability of Stock Rights.
(a) Except for ISOs, which are governed by Section 11(b) below, no Stock Right is transferable by the grantee except (i) upon the approval of the Committee, to the grantee’s family members, or (ii) by will or by the laws of descent and distribution. For purposes of the Plan, a grantee’s “family members” shall be deemed to consist of his or her spouse, parents, children, grandparents, grandchildren and any trusts created for the benefit of such individuals. A family member to whom any such Stock Right has been transferred pursuant to this Section 11(a) shall be hereinafter referred to as a “Permitted Transferee.” A Stock Right shall be transferred to a Permitted Transferee in accordance with the foregoing provisions, and subject to all the provisions of the instrument evidencing such Stock Right and this Plan, by the execution by the grantee and the transferee of an assignment in writing in such form approved by the Committee. The Company shall not be required to recognize the rights of a Permitted Transferee until such time as it receives a copy of the assignment from the grantee.
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(b) No ISO granted under this Plan shall be assignable or otherwise transferable by the optionee except by will or by the laws of descent and distribution. An ISO may be exercised during the lifetime of the optionee only by the optionee.
12. Terms and Conditions of Stock Rights. Stock Rights shall be evidenced by instruments (which need not be identical) in such forms as the Committee may from time to time approve. Such instruments shall conform to the terms and conditions set forth in Sections 6 through 11 hereof and may contain such other provisions as the Committee deems advisable that are not inconsistent with the Plan, including restrictions (or other conditions deemed by the Committee to be in the best interests of the Company) applicable to the exercise of Options or to shares of Series B Common Stock issuable upon exercise of Options or otherwise. If the Committee determines to issue a NSO, it shall take whatever actions it deems necessary, under Section 422 of the Code and the regulations promulgated thereunder, to ensure that such Option is not treated as an ISO, provided however that in granting any NSO, the Committee may specify that such NSO shall be subject to the restrictions set forth herein with respect to ISOs, or to such other termination and cancellation provisions as the Committee may determine. The Committee may from time to time confer authority and responsibility on one or more of its own members and/or one or more officers of the Company to execute and deliver such instruments. The proper officers of the Company are authorized and directed to take any and all action necessary or advisable from time to time to carry out the terms of such instruments.
13. Adjustments. Upon the occurrence of any of the following events, the rights of a recipient of a Stock Right granted hereunder shall be adjusted as hereinafter provided, unless otherwise provided in the written agreement between the recipient and the Company relating to such Stock Right.
(a) Subject to any action required under Applicable Laws by the holders of capital stock of the Company, (i) the number and class of shares of Series B Common Stock or other stock or securities: (x) available for future grants of Stock Rights under Section 4 above and (y) covered by each outstanding Stock Right, (ii) the exercise price per share of each such outstanding Option, and (iii) any repurchase price per share applicable to shares issued pursuant to any Stock Right, shall be automatically proportionately adjusted in the event of a stock split, reverse stock split, stock dividend, combination, consolidation, reclassification of Series B Common Stock or subdivision of Series B Common Stock. In the event of any increase or decrease in the number of issued shares of Series B Common Stock effected without receipt of consideration by the Company, a declaration of an extraordinary dividend with respect to Series B Common Stock payable in a form other than Series B Common Stock in an amount that has a material effect on the Fair Market Value, a recapitalization (including a recapitalization through a large nonrecurring cash dividend), a rights offering, a reorganization, merger, a spin-off, split-up, change in corporate structure or a similar occurrence, the Committee shall make appropriate adjustments, in its discretion, in one or more of (i) the numbers and class of capital stock or securities: (x) available for future grants of Stock Rights under Section 4 above and (y) covered by each outstanding Stock Right, (ii) the exercise price per share of each outstanding Option and (iii) any repurchase price per share applicable to the capital stock issued pursuant to any Stock Right, and any such adjustment by the Committee shall be made in the Committee’s sole and absolute discretion and shall be final, binding and conclusive. Except as expressly provided herein, no issuance by the Company of shares of stock of any class, or securities convertible into shares of stock of any class, shall affect, and no adjustment by reason thereof shall be made with respect to, the number or price of shares of stock subject to a Stock Right. If, by reason of a transaction described in this Section 13(a) or an adjustment pursuant to this Section 13(a), an agreement governing a grantee’s Stock Right covers additional or different shares of stock or securities, then such additional or different shares, and the Stock Right agreement in respect thereof, shall be subject to all of the terms, conditions and restrictions which were applicable to the Stock Right prior to such adjustment.
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(b) If the Company undergoes an Acquisition (as defined below), unless otherwise provided by the Committee, in its sole discretion, the Committee or the board of directors of any entity assuming the obligations of the Company hereunder (the “Successor Board”) shall, as to outstanding Stock Rights, make appropriate provision for the continuation of such Stock Rights by either assumption of such Stock Rights or by substitution of such Stock Rights with an equivalent award. If the Committee or the Successor Board does not make appropriate provisions for the continuation of such Stock Rights by either assumption or substitution, unless otherwise provided by the Committee in its sole discretion, Stock Rights shall become vested and fully and immediately exercisable and all forfeiture restrictions shall be waived and all Stock Rights not exercised at the time of the closing of such Acquisition shall terminate notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein. In the event such Stock Rights are so fully vested and become immediately exercisable, the Committee may elect in its discretion in lieu of requiring the exercise of any Stock Rights prior to termination, to cancel outstanding Stock Rights in exchange for cash payments for each outstanding Stock Right equal to the product of (x) the positive difference, if any, of (i) the price per share of Series B Common Stock being paid in connection with the Acquisition less (ii) the applicable purchase or exercise price per share of Series B Common Stock for such Stock Right and (y) the number of shares of Series B Common Stock subject to such Stock Right. Any such cash payments shall be paid to the holders of Stock Rights within thirty (30) days after the closing of the Acquisition (subject to any escrow or other holdback periods and related reductions in amounts otherwise so payable applicable to all holders of Series B Common Stock) and shall be subject to any applicable tax withholding requirements.
(c) As used in this Plan, “Acquisition” means:
(i) a merger, consolidation or other capital reorganization or business combination transaction of the Company with or into another corporation, limited liability company or other entity other than an Excluded Entity (as defined below);
(ii) the sale, transfer, or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company, other than to an Excluded Entity; or
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(iii) acquisition in a single transaction or series of related transactions by any person or related group of persons (other than the Company or by a Company-sponsored employee benefit plan) of beneficial ownership (within the meaning of Rule 13d-3 of the Exchange Act) of outstanding securities possessing all of the total combined voting power of the Company’s outstanding securities; provided, however, that the Committee shall determine under this clause (iii) whether multiple transactions are related, and its determination shall be final, binding and conclusive.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, a transaction shall not constitute an “Acquisition” if its purpose is to (A) change the jurisdiction of the Company’s incorporation, (B) create a holding company that will be owned in substantially the same proportions by the persons who hold the Company’s securities immediately before such transaction, or (C) obtain funding for the Company in a financing that is approved by the Board. An “Excluded Entity” means a corporation or other entity of which the holders of voting capital stock of the Company outstanding immediately prior to such transaction are the direct or indirect holders of voting securities representing at least a majority of the votes entitled to be cast by all of such corporation’s or other entity’s voting securities outstanding immediately after such transaction.
(d) In the event of a transaction, including without limitation, a recapitalization or reorganization of the Company (other than a transaction described in subsection (b) above) pursuant to which securities of the Company or of another corporation are issued with respect to the outstanding shares of Series B Common Stock, an optionee or grantee upon exercising a Stock Right shall be entitled to receive for the purchase price paid upon such exercise the securities he or she would have received if he or she had exercised the Stock Right immediately prior to such recapitalization or reorganization.
(e) In the event of the proposed dissolution or liquidation of the Company, each Stock Right will terminate immediately prior to the consummation of such proposed action or at such other time and subject to such other conditions as shall be determined by the Committee.
(f) Except as expressly provided herein, no issuance by the Company of shares of stock of any class, or securities convertible into shares of stock of any class, shall affect, and no adjustment by reason thereof shall be made with respect to, the number or price of shares subject to a Stock Right. No adjustments shall be made for dividends paid in cash or in property other than Series B Common Stock of the Company.
(g) No fractional shares shall be issued under the Plan and any optionee who would otherwise be entitled to receive a fraction of a share upon exercise of a Stock Right shall receive from the Company cash in lieu of such fractional shares in an amount equal to the Fair Market Value of such fractional shares, as determined in the sole discretion of the Committee.
(h) Upon the happening of any of the foregoing events described in subsections (a), (b) or (d) above, the class and aggregate number of shares set forth in Section 4 hereof that are subject to Stock Rights that previously have been or subsequently may be granted under the Plan shall also be appropriately adjusted to reflect the events described. The Committee or the Successor Board shall determine the specific adjustments to be made under this Section 13 and, subject to Section 2, its determination shall be conclusive.
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14. Means of Exercising Stock Rights.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this Plan or the instrument evidencing the Stock Right, a Stock Right (or any part or installment thereof) shall be exercised by giving written notice to the Company at its principal office address to the attention of its President. Such notice shall identify the Stock Right being exercised and specify the number of shares as to which such Stock Right is being exercised, accompanied by full payment of the exercise price therefor, if any, payable as follows: (i) in United States dollars in cash or by check, (ii) at the discretion of the Committee, through the delivery of already-owned shares of Series B Common Stock having a Fair Market Value equal as of the date of the exercise to the cash exercise price of the Stock Right and, in the case of such already-owned shares of Series B Common Stock, having been owned by the participant for more than six months from the date of surrender, or (iii) at the discretion of the Committee, by delivery of the grantee’s personal recourse note bearing interest payable not less than annually at a market rate that is no less than 100% of the lowest applicable Federal rate, as defined in Section 1274(d) of the Code, (iv) at the discretion of the Committee, through the surrender of shares of Series B Common Stock then issuable upon exercise of the Stock Right having a Fair Market Value on the date of exercise equal to the aggregate price of the Stock Right, (v) at the discretion of the Committee, delivery of a notice that the grantee has placed a market sell order with a broker with respect to shares of Series B Common Stock then issuable upon exercise of the Stock Right and that the broker has been directed to pay a sufficient portion of the net proceeds of the sale to the Company in satisfaction of the Stock Right exercise price, provided that payment of such proceeds is then made to the Company upon settlement of the sale, or (vi) at the discretion of the Committee, by any combination of (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) or such other consideration and method of payment for the issuance of shares to the extent permitted by Applicable Laws and the Plan. If the Committee exercises its discretion to permit payment of the exercise price of a Stock Right by means of the methods set forth in clauses (ii), (iii) (iv), (v) or (vi) of the preceding sentence, such discretion shall be exercised in writing at the time of the grant of the Stock Right in question and such exercise shall also be governed by any terms set forth in the written agreement evidencing the grant of the Stock Right. The holder of a Stock Right shall not have the rights of a stockholder with respect to the shares covered by the Stock Right until the date of issuance of a stock certificate for such shares. Except as expressly provided above in Section 13 with respect to changes in capitalization and stock dividends, no adjustment shall be made for dividends or similar rights for which the record date is before the date such stock certificate is issued.
(b) The Company shall not be required to issue or deliver any shares of Series B Common Stock upon the exercise of any Stock Right granted hereunder or any portion thereof, prior to fulfillment of all of the following conditions to the satisfaction of the Committee:
(i) the admission of such shares to listing on all stock exchanges on which the Series B Common Stock is listed, if any;
(ii) the completion of any registration or other qualification of such shares which the Committee shall deem necessary or advisable under any federal or state law or under the rulings or regulations of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or any other governmental regulatory body, or the determination by the Company, with the advice of legal counsel, that exemptions are available from such registration and qualification;
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(iii) the representation, in form acceptable to the Committee, at the time of any such exercise that the shares are being purchased only for investment and without any present intention to sell or distribute such shares if, in the opinion of counsel for the Company, such a representation is required by any Applicable Laws;
(iv) the obtaining of any approval or other clearance from any federal or state governmental agency or body which the Committee shall determine to be necessary or advisable;
(v) if required by the Committee in its discretion, the grantee’s execution of a joinder agreement (in form acceptable to the Committee) such that the grantee becomes a party to any stockholders agreement, investor rights agreement, or similar agreement as may be entered into from time to time by and among the Company and the holders of the Company’s stock; and
(vi) the lapse of such reasonable period of time following the exercise of the Stock Right as the Committee from time to time may establish for reasons of administrative convenience.
(c) Stock certificates issued and delivered to grantees shall bear such restrictive legends as the Company shall deem necessary or advisable pursuant to applicable federal and state securities laws.
(d) As an alternative to issuance of stock certificates, subject to any applicable rules or regulations, the Company may deliver to the grantee evidence of book entry shares credited to the account of the grantee.
(e) The inability of the Company to obtain approval from any regulatory body having authority deemed by the Company to be necessary for the lawful issuance and sale of any Series B Common Stock pursuant to Stock Rights shall relieve the Company of any liability with respect to the non-issuance or sale of the Series B Common Stock as to which such approval shall not have been obtained. The Company shall, however, use its commercially reasonable efforts to obtain all such approvals.
15. Surrender of Stock Rights for Cash or Stock. The Committee may, in its sole and absolute discretion and subject to such terms and conditions as it deems appropriate, accept the surrender by an optionee or grantee of a Stock Right granted to him under the Plan and authorize payment in consideration therefor of an amount equal to the difference between the purchase price payable for the shares of Series B Common Stock under the instrument granting the Option and the Fair Market Value of the shares subject to the Stock Right (determined as of the date of such surrender of the Stock Right). Such payment shall be made in shares of Series B Common Stock valued at Fair Market Value on the date of such surrender, or in cash, or partly in such shares of Series B Common Stock and partly in cash as the Committee shall determine. The surrender shall be permitted only if the Committee determines that such surrender is consistent with the purpose set forth in Section 1, and only to the extent that the Stock Right is exercisable under Section 8 on the date of surrender. In no event shall an optionee or grantee surrender his Stock Right under this Section if the Fair Market Value of the shares on the date of such surrender is less than the purchase price payable for the shares of Series B Common Stock subject to the Stock Right. Any ISO surrendered pursuant to the provisions of this Section 15 shall be deemed to have been converted into a NSO immediately prior to such surrender.
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16. Effective Date and Term of Plan. The Plan shall become effective at such time as it has been adopted by the Board (the “Effective Date”). The Plan shall continue in effect for a term of ten (10) years from the Effective Date unless sooner terminated. The Plan shall be subject to approval by the stockholders of the Company within twelve (12) months before or after the date the Plan is adopted by the Board. Such stockholder approval shall be obtained in the degree and manner required under the Applicable Laws. Any ISO awarded or exercised before stockholder approval is obtained shall be subject to automatic conversion into an NSO, without the consent of the grantee if such stockholder approval is not obtained within twelve (12) months after the date the Plan is adopted by the Board.
17. Amendment, Suspension, or Termination of Plan.
(a) The Board may at any time amend, suspend or terminate the Plan in any respect, except that it may not, without the approval of the stockholders obtained within twelve (12) months before or after the Board adopts a resolution authorizing any of the following actions, do any of the following:
(i) increase the total number of shares that may be issued under the Plan (except by adjustment pursuant to Section 13);
(ii) modify the provisions of Section 3 regarding eligibility for grants of ISOs;
(iii) modify the provisions of Section 6(b) regarding the exercise price at which shares may be offered pursuant to ISOs (except by adjustment pursuant to Section 13); or
(iv) extend the expiration date of the Plan.
(b) Except as provided in Section 13(b) and this Section 17, in no event may action of the Board or stockholders adversely alter or impair the rights of a grantee, without his or her consent, under any Stock Right previously granted.
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18. Conversion of ISOs into NSOs; Termination of ISOs. The Committee, with the consent of any optionee, may in its discretion take such actions as may be necessary to convert an optionee’s ISOs (or any installments or portions of installments thereof) that have not been exercised on the date of conversion into NSOs at any time prior to the expiration of such ISOs. These actions may include, but not be limited to, accelerating the exercisability, extending the exercise period or reducing the exercise price of the appropriate installments of optionee’s Options. At the time of such conversion, the Committee (with the consent of the optionee) may impose these conditions on the exercise of the resulting NSOs as the Committee in its discretion may determine, provided that the conditions shall not be inconsistent with the Plan. Nothing in the Plan shall be deemed to give any optionee the right to have such optionee’s ISOs converted into NSOs, and no conversion shall occur until and unless the Committee takes appropriate action. The Committee, with the consent of the optionee, may also terminate any portion of any ISO that has not been exercised at the time of termination.
19. Withholding of Taxes.
(a) As a condition of the grant, vesting, and/or exercise of any Stock Right under the Plan, the Company may require the grantee (or other person holding or exercising such rights pursuant to the Plan and award agreement) to pay to the Company (or otherwise provide for the full satisfaction of) an amount equal to the U.S. federal, state, local, or foreign tax withholding obligation of the Company or any other required deduction or payments that may arise in connection with an award made pursuant to the Plan. The Company shall not be required to issue any shares of Series B Common Stock under the Plan until such obligations have been satisfied.
(b) At the sole and absolute discretion of the Committee, the holder of Stock Rights may pay all or any part of the total obligation described in Section 19(a) above by tendering already-owned shares of Series B Common Stock or by directing the Company to withhold shares of Series B Common Stock otherwise to be transferred to the holder of such Stock Rights as a result of the exercise or receipt thereof in an amount equal to the estimated amount of such obligation, provided that no more shares may be withheld than are necessary to satisfy the holder’s actual obligation with respect to the grant, vesting, or exercise of Stock Rights. In such event, the holder of Stock Rights must, however, notify the Committee of his or her desire to pay all or any part of the total estimated federal and state income tax liability arising out of the grant, vesting, and/or exercise of any Stock Right by tendering already-owned shares of Series B Common Stock or having shares of Series B Common Stock withheld prior to the date that the obligation is to be determined. For purposes of this Section 19(b), shares of Series B Common Stock shall be valued at their Fair Market Value on the date that the amount of the tax withholdings is to be determined.
20. Notice to Company of Disqualifying Disposition. Each employee who receives an ISO must agree to notify the Company in writing immediately after the employee makes a Disqualifying Disposition (as defined below) of any Series B Common Stock acquired pursuant to the exercise of an ISO. A “Disqualifying Disposition” is any disposition (including any sale) of such Series B Common Stock within either (a) two years after the date the employee was granted the ISO, or (b) one year after the date the employee acquired Series B Common Stock by exercising the ISO. If the employee has died before such stock is sold, these holding period requirements do not apply and no Disqualifying Disposition can occur thereafter.
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21. Section 409A. To the maximum extent possible, it is intended that the Plan and all awards made hereunder are, and shall be, exempt from or otherwise comply with the requirements of Section 409A of the Code, the regulations other guidance issued thereunder by the United States Department of Treasury (whether issued before or after the Effective Date), and all state laws of similar effect (collectively, “Section 409A”), and that the Plan and all award agreements made hereunder shall be interpreted and applied by the Committee in a manner consistent with this intent in order to avoid the consequences Section 409A(a)(1) of the Code. In the event that any (i) provision of the Plan or an award agreement hereunder, (ii) award, payment, or transaction hereunder, or (iii) other action or arrangement contemplated by the provisions of the Plan is determined by the Committee to not be exempt from or comply with the applicable requirements of Section 409A, the Committee shall have the authority to take such actions and to make such changes to the Plan or an award agreement as the Committee deems necessary to comply with such requirements and/or preserve the intended tax treatment of the benefits provided with respect to any affected award, without the consent of any grantee. No payment that constitutes deferred compensation under Section 409A that would otherwise be made under the Plan or an award agreement upon a termination of Continuous Service will be made or provided unless and until such termination is also a “separation from service,” as determined in accordance with Section 409A. In no event whatsoever shall the Company be liable for any additional tax, interest or penalties that may be imposed on a grantee by Section 409A or any damages for failing to comply with Section 409A.
22. Governing Law; Construction. The validity and construction of the Plan and the instruments evidencing Stock Rights shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina. In construing this Plan, the singular shall include the plural and the masculine gender shall include the feminine and neuter, unless the context otherwise requires.
23. Lock-up Agreement. Each recipient of securities pursuant to the Plan agrees that such recipient will not, without the prior written consent of the managing underwriter, if any, during the period commencing on the date of the final prospectus relating to the registration by the Company of shares of its Series B Common Stock or any other equity securities under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), on a registration statement on Form S-1 or Form S-3 and ending on the date specified by the Company and such managing underwriter (such period not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days in the case of the Company’s first firm commitment underwritten offering of its equity securities under the Securities Act (the “IPO”), or ninety (90) days in the case of any registration other than the IPO, or such other period as may be requested by the Company or an underwriter to accommodate regulatory restrictions on (1) the publication or other distribution of research reports, and (2) analyst recommendations and opinions, including, but not limited to, the restrictions contained in FINRA Rule 2711(f)(4) or NYSE Rule 472(f)(4), or any successor provisions or amendments thereto, (i) lend, offer, pledge, sell, contract to sell, sell any option or contract to purchase, purchase any option or contract to sell, grant any option, right or warrant to purchase, or otherwise transfer or dispose of, directly or indirectly, any shares of Series B Common Stock or any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable (directly or indirectly) for Series B Common Stock (whether such shares or any such securities are then owned by the recipient or are thereafter acquired), or (ii) enter into any swap or other arrangement that transfers to another, in whole or in part, any of the economic consequences of ownership of such securities, whether any such transaction described in clause (i) or (ii) above is to be settled by delivery of Series B Common Stock or other securities, in cash or otherwise. The foregoing provisions of this Section 23 shall not apply to the sale of any shares to an underwriter pursuant to an underwriting agreement, or the transfer of any shares to or from any trust for the direct or indirect benefit of the grantee or the immediate family of the grantee, provided that the transferee agrees to be bound in writing by the restrictions set forth herein, and provided further that any such transfer shall not involve a disposition for value. The underwriters in connection with such registration are intended third-party beneficiaries of this Section 23 and shall have the right, power and authority to enforce the provisions hereof as though they were a party hereto. Each recipient of securities hereunder further agrees to execute such agreements as may be reasonably requested by the underwriters in connection with such registration that are consistent with this Section 23 or that are necessary to give further effect thereto.
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In order to enforce the foregoing covenant, the Company may impose stop-transfer instructions with respect to the securities of each recipient of securities hereunder (and the shares or securities of every other person subject to the foregoing restriction) until the end of such period.
24. Addenda. The Committee may approve such addenda to the Plan as it may consider necessary or appropriate for the purpose of granting Stock Rights to grantees, which Stock Rights may contain such terms and conditions as the Committee deems necessary or appropriate to accommodate differences in local law, tax policy or custom, which may deviate from the terms and conditions set forth in this Plan. The terms of any such addenda shall supersede the terms of the Plan to the extent necessary to accommodate such differences but shall not otherwise affect the terms of the Plan as in effect for any other purpose.
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Exhibit 10.2
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC.
2017 STOCK PLAN
RESTRICTED STOCK AWARD AGREEMENT
This Restricted Stock Award Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between Fathom Holdings Inc. (the “Company”) and _____________________ (“Grantee”) effective as of ___________ (the “Date of Grant”). This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions associated with the Company’s award to Grantee of shares of the Company’s Common Stock pursuant to the Fathom Holdings Inc. 2017 Stock Plan (the “Plan”) for the number of Shares set forth below. Capitalized terms not explicitly defined in this Agreement but defined in the Plan have the same definitions as in the Plan.
1. Grant of Stock. The Company hereby agrees to issue to Grantee _________________ (####) shares of the Company’s Common Stock (the “Shares”). All of the Shares received by the Grantee from the Company pursuant to this Agreement are subject to the terms of this Agreement, including but not limited to options by the Company to repurchase such Shares in certain cases and a right of first refusal. All references to the number of Shares will be appropriately adjusted to reflect any stock split, stock dividend, or other change in capitalization that may be made by the Company after the date of this Agreement, as provided in Section 13 of the Plan.
2. Vesting. The Shares will vest as described on Exhibit A hereto, subject to Grantee’s Continuous Service with the Company or an Affiliate. Vesting will terminate upon the termination of Grantee’s Continuous Service.
3. Company’s Repurchase Option. The Shares are subject to the Company’s Repurchase Option, as described below.
(a) Triggering Event. As used herein, the term “Triggering Event” means a termination of the Grantee’s Continuous Service with the Company and all Affiliates thereof for any reason.
(b) Repurchase Option. In the event that a Triggering Event occurs, the Company will have an option (the “Repurchase Option”) for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of such event (as reasonably fixed and determined by the Company), to repurchase (i) any of the Shares that are not vested under the vesting schedule set forth on Exhibit A hereto as of the date of such Triggering Event (the “Unvested Shares”), and/or (ii) any of the Shares that are vested under the vesting schedule set forth on Exhibit A hereto as of the date of such Triggering Event (the “Vested Shares”). The purchase price upon the exercise of the Repurchase Option will be the “Repurchase Price” determined in accordance with Section 3(d) below.
(c) Exercise of Repurchase Option. If the Company, or its assignee(s), elects to exercise the Repurchase Option, it will be exercised by written notice to the Grantee, which notice will specify the number of Shares, the Repurchase Price, and the time (not later than 30 days from the date of the notice) and place for the closing of the repurchase of the Shares.
(d) Repurchase Price. The “Repurchase Price” for the Shares will be determined as follows:
(i) If the Triggering Event is a termination of Grantee’s Continuous Service for Cause (as defined in the Plan) then the Repurchase Price for all Shares, whether Vested Shares or Unvested Shares, will be the original purchase price per share paid by Grantee in connection with the acquisition of the Shares, if any, provided that if Grantee did not pay a purchase price in connection with the acquisition of the Shares, the Repurchase Price will be $0.00/share.
(ii) In the event that the Company reasonably determines that the Grantee has violated any non-competition, non-solicitation, non-disclosure, or other similar restrictive covenants between Grantee and the Company or any of its Affiliates, then the Repurchase Price for the Shares, whether Vested Shares or Unvested Shares, will be the original purchase price per share paid by Grantee in connection with the acquisition of the Shares, if any, provided that if Grantee did not pay a purchase price in connection with the acquisition of the Shares, the Repurchase Price will be $0.00/share.
(iii) In all other cases, the Repurchase Price for any Vested Shares will be the Fair Market Value, determined by the Company in accordance with the Plan, as of the date of the Triggering Event (as reasonably fixed and determined by the Company), and the Repurchase Price for any Unvested Shares will be the original purchase price per share paid by Grantee in connection with the acquisition of the Shares, if any, provided that if Grantee did not pay a purchase price in connection with the acquisition of the Shares, the Repurchase Price will be $0.00/share.
(e) Transfer of Ownership. Upon delivery of the notice described in Section 3(c) and payment of the Repurchase Price in accordance with this Section 3, the Company will become the legal and beneficial owner of the Shares being repurchased and all rights and interests therein or relating thereto, and the Company will have the right to retain and transfer to its own name the number of Shares being repurchased by the Company.
4. Release of Shares from Repurchase Option. In the event the Repurchase Option is triggered pursuant to a Triggering Event and the Company (or its assigns) fails to exercise the Company’s option for the repurchase of any or all of the Shares then, upon the expiration of the 90-day option period, any and all such Shares not repurchased by the Company will be released from the Repurchase Option. Upon the release of the Repurchase Option, any Unvested Shares will immediately vest.
5. Ownership Rights. Grantee, as beneficial owner of the Shares, will have full voting rights with respect to the Shares during and after the vesting period, except to the extent repurchased pursuant to the Repurchase Option. Grantee will be entitled to receive dividends with respect to Unvested Shares prior to the vesting of such Shares as follows: (a) any regular cash dividends paid with respect to an Unvested Share will be retained by the Company and will be paid to Grantee, without interest, within thirty (30) days after the associated Share vests as provided in Section 2 hereof, and will be forfeited if and when the associated Share is repurchased, and (b) any property (other than cash) distributed with respect to an Unvested Share (including without limitation a distribution of stock by reason of a stock dividend, stock split, or otherwise, or a distribution of other securities with respect to an associated Share) will be subject to the restrictions of this Agreement in the same manner and for so long as the associated Share remains subject to those restrictions, and will be forfeited if and when the associated Share is repurchased or will vest if and when the associated Share vests. If any Shares are repurchased pursuant to the Repurchase Option, then, on the date of such repurchase, Grantee will no longer have any rights as a stockholder with respect to such repurchased Shares or any interest therein.
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6. Conditions to Issuance of Shares.
(a) In the event the Shares have not been registered under the Securities Act, then Grantee will, if required by the Company and as a condition to the issuance of the Shares, deliver to the Company an Investment Representation Statement in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit B.
(b) If required by the Committee in its discretion, Grantee will execute a joinder agreement (in form acceptable to the Committee) such that Grantee will become a party to any stockholders agreement, investor rights agreement, or similar as may be entered into from time to time by and among the Company and the holders of the Company’s stock. Any such agreement may contain restrictions on the transferability of shares of the Company’s Common Stock acquired pursuant to this Option (such as a right of first refusal or a prohibition on transfer) and such shares may be subject to call rights and drag-along rights of the Company and certain of its stockholders. The Company will also have any repurchase rights set forth in such agreements, the Plan or this Agreement.
(c) No Shares will be issued pursuant to this Agreement unless and until all then applicable requirements imposed by federal and state securities and other laws, rules and regulations and by any regulatory agencies having jurisdiction, and by any exchanges upon which the Shares may be listed, have been fully met. The Company may impose such conditions on any Shares issuable pursuant to this Agreement as it may deem advisable, including, without limitation, restrictions under the Securities Act, under the requirements of any exchange upon which shares of the same class are then listed and under any blue sky or other securities laws applicable to those Shares.
7. Restrictive Legends and Stop-Transfer Orders.
(a) Legends. The Grantee acknowledges that the certificates evidencing the Shares will be endorsed with a legend, in addition to any other legends required by any other agreement to which the Shares are subject, substantially as follows:
THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED HEREBY HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 (THE “ACT”) AND MAY NOT BE OFFERED, SOLD OR OTHERWISE TRANSFERRED, PLEDGED OR HYPOTHECATED UNLESS AND UNTIL REGISTERED UNDER THE ACT OR, IN THE OPINION OF COUNSEL IN FORM AND SUBSTANCE SATISFACTORY TO THE ISSUER OF THESE SECURITIES, SUCH OFFER, SALE OR TRANSFER, PLEDGE OR HYPOTHECATION IS IN COMPLIANCE THEREWITH.
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THE SHARES REPRESENTED BY THIS CERTIFICATE ARE SUBJECT TO CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON TRANSFER AND RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL OPTIONS HELD BY THE ISSUER OR ITS ASSIGNEE(S) AS SET FORTH IN THE ISSUER’S STOCK PLAN AND THE RESTRICTED STOCK AWARD AGREEMENT RELATING TO THESE SHARES, COPIES OF WHICH MAY BE OBTAINED AT THE PRINCIPAL OFFICE OF THE ISSUER. SUCH TRANSFER RESTRICTIONS AND RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL ARE BINDING ON TRANSFEREES OF THESE SHARES.
(b) Stop-Transfer Notices. Grantee agrees that, in order to ensure compliance with the restrictions referred to herein, the Company may issue appropriate “stop transfer” instructions to its transfer agent, if any, and that, if the Company transfers its own securities, it may make appropriate notations to the same effect in its own records.
(c) Refusal to Transfer. The Company shall not be required (i) to transfer on its books any Shares that have been sold or otherwise transferred in violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement, or (ii) to treat as owner of such Shares or to accord the right to vote or pay dividends to any Grantee or other transferee to whom such Shares shall have been so transferred.
8. Restrictions on Transfer. None of the Unvested Shares or any beneficial interest therein may be transferred, pledged, hypothecated, encumbered or otherwise disposed of in any way. All transferees of Shares or any interest therein (including Permitted Transferees) will receive and hold such Shares or interest subject to the provisions of this Agreement, and will agree in writing to take such Shares or interest therein subject to all the terms of this Agreement, including restrictions on further transfer. Any sale or transfer of the Company’s Shares will be void unless the provisions of this Agreement are met.
9. Company’s Right of First Refusal. Before any Shares held by Grantee or any transferee (either being sometimes referred to herein as the “Holder”) may be sold or otherwise transferred (including transfer by gift or operation of law), the Company or its assignee(s) shall have a right of first refusal to purchase the Shares on the terms and conditions set forth in this Section (the “Right of First Refusal”).
(a) Notice of Proposed Transfer. The Holder of the Shares shall deliver to the Company a written notice (the “Notice”) stating: (i) the Holder’s bona fide intention to sell or otherwise transfer such Shares; (ii) the name of each proposed transferee or other recipient of the Shares (“Proposed Transferee”); (iii) the number of Shares to be transferred to each Proposed Transferee; and (iv) the bona fide cash price or other consideration for which the Holder proposes to transfer the Shares (the “Offered Price”), and the Holder shall offer the Shares at the Offered Price to the Company or its assignee(s).
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(b) Exercise of Right of First Refusal. At any time within thirty (30) days after receipt of the Notice, the Company and/or its assignee(s) may, by giving written notice to the Holder, elect to purchase all, but not less than all, of the Shares proposed to be transferred to any one or more of the Proposed Transferees, at the purchase price determined in accordance with subsection (c) below.
(c) Purchase Price. The purchase price (“Purchase Price”) for the Shares purchased by the Company or its assignee(s) under this Section shall be the Offered Price. If the Offered Price includes consideration other than cash, the cash equivalent value of the noncash consideration shall be determined by the Committee in good faith.
(d) Payment. Payment of the Purchase Price shall be made, at the option of the Company or its assignee(s), in cash, by check, by cancellation of all or a portion of any outstanding indebtedness of the Holder to the Company (or, in the case of repurchase by an assignee, to the assignee), or by any combination thereof within thirty (30) after receipt of the Notice or in the manner and at the times set forth in the Notice.
(e) Holder’s Right to Transfer. If all of the Shares proposed in the Notice to be transferred to a given Proposed Transferee are not purchased by the Company and/or its assignee(s) as provided in this Section, then the Holder may sell or otherwise transfer such Shares to that Proposed Transferee at the Offered Price or at a higher price, provided that such sale or other transfer is consummated within ninety (90) days after the date of the Notice and provided further that any such sale or other transfer is effected in accordance with any applicable securities laws and the Proposed Transferee agrees in writing that the provisions of this Section shall continue to apply to the Shares in the hands of such Proposed Transferee. If the Shares described in the Notice are not transferred to the Proposed Transferee within such period, a new Notice shall be given to the Company, and the Company and/or its assignees shall again be offered the Right of First Refusal before any Shares held by the Holder may be sold or otherwise transferred.
(f) Exception for Certain Family Transfers. Anything to the contrary contained in this Section notwithstanding, the transfer of any or all of the Shares during the Grantee’s lifetime or on the Grantee’s death by will or intestacy to the Grantee’s immediate family or a trust for the benefit of the Grantee’s immediate family shall be exempt from the provisions of this Section. “Immediate Family” as used herein shall mean Grantee’s spouse, parent, other lineal descendant or antecedent, or sibling. In such case, the transferee or other recipient shall receive and hold the Shares so transferred subject to the provisions of this Section, and there shall be no further transfer of such Shares except in accordance with the terms of this Section.
(g) Refusal to Transfer. The Company will not be required (i) to transfer on its books any Shares that have been sold or otherwise transferred in violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement or the Plan; or (ii) to treat as owner of such Shares or to accord the right to vote or pay dividends to transferee to whom such Shares will have been so transferred.
(h) Termination of Right of First Refusal. The Right of First Refusal shall terminate as to all Shares ninety (90) days after the first sale of Common Stock of the Company to the general public pursuant to a registration statement filed with and declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Act.
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10. Tax Consequences.
(a) The Grantee has reviewed with the Grantee’s own tax advisors the federal, state, local and foreign (if applicable) tax consequences of the grant of the Shares and the transactions contemplated by this Agreement. The Grantee is relying solely on such advisors and not on any statements or representations of the Company or any of its agents. The Grantee (and not the Company) will be responsible for the Grantee’s own tax liability that may arise as a result of this investment or the transactions contemplated by this Agreement.
(b) The Grantee understands that Section 83 of the Code taxes as ordinary income the difference between the amount paid for the Shares and the fair market value of the Shares as of the date any restrictions on the Shares lapse. The Grantee understands that he/she may elect to be taxed at the time the Shares are received rather than when and as the Repurchase Option expires by filing an election under Section 83(b) of the Code with the I.R.S. within 30 days from the date of purchase. If the Grantee makes any tax election relating to the treatment of the Shares under the Code, at the time of such election the Grantee will promptly notify the Company of such election.
(c) THE GRANTEE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT IS THE GRANTEE’S SOLE RESPONSIBILITY AND NOT THE COMPANY’S OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES’ TO FILE TIMELY THE ELECTION UNDER SECTION 83(b), EVEN IF THE GRANTEE REQUESTS THE COMPANY OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES TO MAKE THIS FILING ON THE GRANTEE’S BEHALF.
(d) Grantee understands that, at the time that the Shares are granted, or at the time of vesting, Grantee may incur tax obligations under federal, state, local, and/or foreign law, and the Company may be required to withhold amounts from Grantee’s compensation or otherwise collect from Grantee related to such obligations. Grantee agrees that the Company (or an Affiliate) may satisfy such withholding obligations relating to the Shares by any of the following means or by a combination of such means, in the Company’s discretion: (i) withholding from any compensation otherwise payable to the Grantee by the Company; (ii) causing the Grantee to tender a cash payment; or (iii) withholding Shares with a Fair Market Value (measured as of the date the tax withholding obligations are to be determined) equal to the amount of such tax withholding obligations from the Shares otherwise issuable to Grantee; provided, however, that the number of such Shares so withheld will not exceed the amount necessary to satisfy the Company’s required tax withholding obligations using the minimum statutory withholding rates for federal, state, local and foreign tax purposes, including payroll taxes, that are applicable to supplemental taxable income (or such lesser amount as may be necessary to avoid classification of the Shares as a liability for financial accounting purposes). Grantee understands that all matters with respect to the total amount of taxes to be withheld in respect of such compensation income will be determined by the Company in its reasonable discretion. Grantee further understands that, although the Company will pay withheld amounts to the applicable taxing authorities, the Grantee remains responsible for payment of all taxes due as a result of income arising under the Agreement.
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11. Award Not a Service Contract. This Agreement is not employment or service contract, and nothing in this Agreement creates or will be deemed to create in any way whatsoever any obligation on Grantee’s part to continue in the service of the Company or any Affiliate, or of the Company or any Affiliate to continue Grantee’s service.
12. Governing Plan Document. This Agreement is subject to all the provisions of the Plan, the provisions of which are hereby made a part of this Agreement, and is further subject to all interpretations, amendments, rules and regulations, which may from time to time be promulgated and adopted pursuant to the Plan. In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this Agreement and those of the Plan, the provisions of the Plan shall control.
13. Miscellaneous.
(a) Notices. Any notice, demand or request required or permitted to be given pursuant to the terms of this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally, one day after deposit with a recognized international delivery service (such as FedEx), or three days after deposit in the U.S. mail, first class, certified or registered, return receipt requested, with postage prepaid, in each case addressed to the parties at the addresses of the parties set forth at the end of this Agreement or such other address as a party may designate by notifying the other in writing.
(b) Successors and Assigns. The rights and obligations of the Company and the Grantee hereunder will be binding upon, inure to the benefit of and be enforceable against their respective successors and assigns, legal representatives and heirs. Whenever the Company has the right to repurchase Shares hereunder, whether pursuant to the Repurchase Option or otherwise, the Company may designate and assign to one or more assignees the right to exercise all or part of the Company’s repurchase rights under this Agreement to purchase all or a part of such Shares.
(c) Severability. The provisions of this Agreement are severable, and if any one or more provisions are determined to be illegal or otherwise unenforceable, in whole or in part, then the remaining provisions will nevertheless be binding and enforceable.
(d) Amendment. Except as otherwise provided in the Plan, this Agreement will not be amended unless the amendment is agreed to in writing by both the Grantee and the Company.
(e) Choice of Law. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, without giving effect to the choice of law rules of any jurisdiction.
(f) Entire Agreement. This Agreement, along with the Plan, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto with regard to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes any other agreements, representations or understandings (whether oral or written and whether express or implied) that relate to such subject matter.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Company and the Grantee have executed this Restricted Stock Award Agreement effective as of the Date of Grant.
COMPANY: | |||
Fathom Holdings Inc. | |||
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Name: | |||
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[NAME] | ||
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EXHIBIT A
VESTING SCHEDULE
The Shares are unvested when granted, and will vest as described below, subject to Grantee’s Continuous Service with the Company or an Affiliate. Vesting will terminate upon the termination of Grantee’s Continuous Service.
For purposes of this Exhibit A, the “Vesting Commencement Date” is __________.
One Hundred Percent of the Shares shall vest on the Vesting Commencement Date.
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EXHIBIT B
INVESTMENT REPRESENTATION STATEMENT
GRANTEE: | ||
COMPANY: | Fathom Holdings Inc. (the “Company”) | |
SECURITY: | Common Stock | |
AMOUNT: | ___________________________ Shares |
In connection with the purchase of the above-described securities, the undersigned Grantee represents to the Company the following.
1. Grantee is aware of the Company’s business affairs and financial condition and has acquired sufficient information about the Company to reach an informed and knowledgeable decision to acquire the securities. Grantee is purchasing the securities for investment for Grantee’s own account only and not with a view to, or for resale in connection with, any “distribution” thereof within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”).
2. Grantee understands that the securities have not been registered under the Securities Act in reliance upon a specific exemption therefrom, which exemption depends upon, among other things, the bona fide nature of Grantee’s investment intent as expressed herein.
3. Grantee further understands that the securities must be held indefinitely unless subsequently registered under the Securities Act or unless an exemption from registration is available. Moreover, Grantee understands that the Company is under no obligation to register the securities. In addition, Grantee understands that the certificate evidencing the securities will be imprinted with a legend that prohibits the transfer of the securities unless they are registered or such registration is not required in the opinion of counsel for the Company.
4. Grantee is familiar with the provisions of Rules 144 and 701, promulgated under the Securities Act, that permit limited public resale of “restricted securities” acquired, directly or indirectly, from the issuer thereof (or from an affiliate of such issuer) in a nonpublic offering, subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions.
Subject to any lock-up agreement, in the event the Company becomes subject to the reporting requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), the securities exempt under Rule 701 may be resold by the Grantee 90 days thereafter, subject to the satisfaction of certain of the conditions specified by Rule 144, including: (a) the sale being made through a broker in an unsolicited “broker’s transaction” or in transactions directly with a market maker (as that term is defined under the Exchange Act); and (b) in the case of an affiliate, the availability of certain public information about the Company, and the amount of securities being sold during any three-month period not exceeding the limitations specified in Rule 144(e), if applicable.
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If the purchase of the securities does not qualify under Rule 701 at the time of purchase, then the securities may be resold by the Grantee in certain limited circumstances subject to the provisions of Rule 144. For nonaffiliates, resales under Rule 144 will be permitted after the Grantee has held the shares for six months if certain public information about the Company is available, and may be sold freely after the Grantee has held the shares for one year. For affiliates, resales under Rule 144 will be permitted after the Grantee has held the shares for six months if: (a) certain public information about the Company is available; (b) the amount of securities being sold during any three-month period does not exceed specified limitations; and (c) the sale is made through a broker in an unsolicited “broker’s transaction” or in transactions directly with a market maker (as that term is defined under the Exchange Act) and (d) the affiliate makes a Form 144 filing, if required
5. Grantee further understands that at the time Grantee wishes to sell the securities there may be no public market upon which to make such a sale, and that, even if such a public market then exists, the Company may not be satisfying the current public information requirements of Rules 144 or 701, and that, in such event, Grantee would be precluded from selling the securities under Rules 144 or 701 even if the six month minimum holding period had been satisfied; however, Grantee may be able to sell the securities pursuant to the exemptions contained in Rule 144 if a one-year holding period has been satisfied.
6. Grantee further understands that in the event all of the applicable requirements of Rules 144 or 701 are not satisfied, registration under the Securities Act or some registration exemption will be required; and that, notwithstanding the fact that Rules 144 and 701 are not exclusive, the Staff of the SEC has expressed its opinion that persons proposing to sell private placement securities other than in a registered offering and otherwise than pursuant to Rules 144 or 701 will have a substantial burden of proof in establishing that an exemption from registration is available for such offers or sales, and that such persons and their brokers who participate in such transactions do so at their own risk.
Date: | Signature of Grantee: | |
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Exhibit 10.3
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC.
2019 omnibus STOCK INCENTIVE PLAN
Approved by the Board: August 6, 2019
Approved by the Shareholders: August 8, 2019
1. Purposes of the Plan. The purposes of this Plan are to attract and retain the best available personnel; to provide additional incentives to Employees, Directors and Consultants to contribute to the successful performance of the Company and any Related Entities; to promote the growth of the market value of the Company’s Common Stock; to align the interests of Grantees with those of the Company’s shareholders; and to promote the success of the Company’s business.
2. Definitions. The following definitions shall apply as used herein and in all individual Award Agreements except as a term may be otherwise defined in an individual Award Agreement. In the event a term is separately defined in an individual Award Agreement, such definition shall supersede the definition contained in this Section 2.
(a) “Administrator” means the Plan Administrator as described in Section 4.
(b) “Applicable Laws” means the legal requirements relating to the Plan and the Awards under applicable provisions of federal and state securities laws, the corporate laws of North Carolina, and, to the extent other than North Carolina, the corporate law of the state of the Company’s incorporation, the Code, the rules of any applicable stock exchange or national market system, and the rules of any non-U.S. jurisdiction applicable to Awards granted to residents therein.
(c) “Assumed” means, with respect to an Award, that pursuant to a Corporate Transaction either (i) the Award is expressly affirmed by the Company or (ii) the contractual obligations represented by the Award are expressly assumed (and not simply by operation of law) by the successor entity or its Parent in connection with the Corporate Transaction with appropriate adjustments to the number and type of securities of the successor entity or its Parent subject to the Award and the exercise or purchase price thereof which at least preserves the compensation element of the Award existing at the time of the Corporate Transaction as determined in accordance with the instruments evidencing the agreement to assume the Award.
(d) “Award” means the grant of an Option, SAR, Dividend Equivalent Right, Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Unit, or other right or benefit under the Plan.
(e) “Award Agreement” means the written agreement evidencing the grant of an Award executed by the Company and the Grantee, including any amendments thereto.
(f) “Board” means the Board of Directors of the Company.
(g) “Cause” means, with respect to the termination by the Company or a Related Entity of a Grantee’s Continuous Service:
(i) that such termination is for “Cause” as such term (or word of like import) is expressly defined in a then-effective written employment agreement, consulting agreement, service agreement or other similar agreement between the Grantee and the Company or such Related Entity, provided, however, that with regard to any agreement that defines “Cause” on the occurrence of or in connection with a Corporate Transaction, such definition of “Cause” shall not apply until a Corporate Transaction actually occurs; or
(ii) in the absence of such then-effective written agreement and definition, is based on, in the determination of the Administrator: (A) the Grantee’s performance of any act, or failure to perform any act, in bad faith and to the detriment of the Company or a Related Entity; (B) the Grantee’s dishonesty, intentional misconduct or material breach of any agreement with the Company or a Related Entity; (C) the Grantee’s material breach of any noncompetition, confidentiality or similar agreement with the Company or a Related Entity, as determined under such agreement; (D) the Grantee’s commission of a crime involving dishonesty, breach of trust, or physical or emotional harm to any person; (E) the Grantee’s engaging in acts or omissions constituting gross negligence, misconduct or a willful violation of a Company or a Related Entity policy which is or is reasonably expected to be materially injurious to the Company and/or a Related Entity; or (F) if the Grantee is an Employee, the Grantee’s failure to follow the reasonable instructions of the Board or such Grantee’s direct supervisor, which failure, if curable, is not cured within ten (10) days after notice to such Grantee or, if cured, recurs within one hundred eighty (180) days.
(h) “Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or any successor statute.
(i) “Committee” means any committee composed of members of the Board appointed by the Board to administer the Plan.
(j) “Common Stock” means the Company’s common stock, par value $0.01 per share.
(k) “Company” means Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, or any successor entity that adopts the Plan in connection with a Corporate Transaction.
(l) “Consultant” means any person (other than an Employee or a Director, solely with respect to rendering services in such person’s capacity as a Director) who is engaged by the Company or any Related Entity to render consulting or advisory services to the Company or such Related Entity.
(m) “Continuous Service” means that the provision of services to the Company or a Related Entity in any capacity of Employee, Director or Consultant is not interrupted or terminated. In jurisdictions requiring notice in advance of an effective termination as an Employee, Director or Consultant, Continuous Service shall be deemed terminated upon the actual cessation of providing services to the Company or a Related Entity notwithstanding any required notice period that must be fulfilled before a termination as an Employee, Director or Consultant can be effective under Applicable Laws. A Grantee’s Continuous Service shall be deemed to have terminated either upon an actual termination of Continuous Service or upon the entity for which the Grantee provides services ceasing to be a Related Entity. Continuous Service shall not be considered interrupted in the case of (i) any approved leave of absence, (ii) transfers among the Company, any Related Entity, or any successor in any capacity of Employee, Director or Consultant, or (iii) any change in status as long as the individual remains in the service of the Company or a Related Entity in any capacity of Employee, Director or Consultant (except as otherwise provided in the Award Agreement). An approved leave of absence for purposes of this Plan shall include sick leave, military leave, or any other authorized personal leave, so long as the Company or Related Entity has a reasonable expectation that the individual will return to provide services for the Company or Related Entity, and provided further that the leave does not exceed six (6) months, unless the individual has a statutory or contractual right to re-employment following a longer leave. For purposes of each Incentive Stock Option granted under the Plan, if such leave exceeds three (3) months, and reemployment upon expiration of such leave is not guaranteed by statute or contract, then the Incentive Stock Option shall be treated as a Non-Statutory Stock Option beginning on the day three (3) months and one (1) day following the expiration of such three (3) month period.
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(n) “Corporate Transaction” means any of the following transactions, provided, however, that the Administrator shall determine under parts (iv) and (v) whether multiple transactions are related, and its determination shall be final, binding and conclusive:
(i) a merger or consolidation in which the Company is not the surviving entity, except for a transaction the principal purpose of which is to change the state in which the Company is incorporated;
(ii) the sale, transfer or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company;
(iii) the complete liquidation or dissolution of the Company;
(iv) any reverse merger or series of related transactions culminating in a reverse merger (including, but not limited to, a tender offer followed by a reverse merger) in which the Company is the surviving entity but (A) the Shares outstanding immediately prior to such merger are converted or exchanged by virtue of the merger into other property, whether in the form of securities, cash or otherwise, or (B) in which securities possessing more than fifty percent (50%) of the total combined voting power of the Company’s outstanding securities are transferred to a person or persons different from those who held such securities immediately prior to such merger or the initial transaction culminating in such merger; or
(v) acquisition in a single or series of related transactions by any person or related group of persons (other than the Company or by a Company-sponsored employee benefit plan) of beneficial ownership (within the meaning of Rule 13d-3 of the Exchange Act) of securities possessing more than fifty percent (50%) of the total combined voting power of the Company’s outstanding securities.
(o) “Data” has the meaning set forth in Section 22 of this Plan.
(p) “Director” means a member of the Board or the board of directors of any Related Entity.
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(q) “Disability” means a “disability” (or word of like import) as defined under the long-term disability policy of the Company or the Related Entity to which the Grantee provides services regardless of whether the Grantee is covered by such policy. If the Company or the Related Entity to which the Grantee provides service does not have a long-term disability plan in place, “Disability” means that a Grantee is unable to carry out the responsibilities and functions of the position held by the Grantee by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment for a period of not less than ninety (90) consecutive days. A Grantee will not be considered to have incurred a Disability unless he or she furnishes proof of such impairment sufficient to satisfy the Administrator.
(r) “Disqualifying Disposition” means any disposition (including any sale) of Common Stock received upon exercise of an Incentive Stock Option before either (i) two years after the date the Employee was granted the Incentive Stock Option, or (ii) one year after the date the Employee acquired Common Stock by exercising the Incentive Stock Option. If the Employee has died before such stock is sold, these holding period requirements do not apply and no Disqualifying Disposition can occur thereafter.
(s) “Dividend Equivalent Right” means a right entitling the Grantee to compensation measured by dividends paid with respect to Common Stock.
(t) “Employee” means any person, including an Officer or Director, who is in the employ of the Company or any Related Entity, subject to the control and direction of the Company or any Related Entity as to both the work to be performed and the manner and method of performance. The payment of a director’s fee by the Company or a Related Entity shall not be sufficient to make such person an “Employee” of the Company or a Related Entity.
(u) “Exchange Act” means the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
(v) “Fair Market Value” means, as of any date, the value of the Common Stock determined as follows.
(i) If the Common Stock is listed on one or more established stock exchanges or national market systems, including without limitation The NASDAQ Global Select Market, The NASDAQ Global Market, or The NASDAQ Capital Market of The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC, its Fair Market Value shall be the closing sales price for such stock (or the closing bid, if no sales were reported) as quoted on the principal exchange or system on which the Common Stock is listed (as determined by the Administrator) on the date of determination (or, if no closing sales price or closing bid was reported on that date, as applicable, on the last trading date such closing sales price or closing bid was reported), as reported in the Wall Street Journal or such other source as the Administrator deems reliable;
(ii) If the Common Stock is regularly quoted on an automated quotation system (including the OTC Markets and the systems maintained by OTC Markets Group Inc.) or by a recognized securities dealer, its Fair Market Value shall be the closing sales price for such stock as quoted on such system or by such securities dealer on the date of determination, but if selling prices are not reported, the Fair Market Value of a Share shall be the mean between the high bid and low asked prices for the Common Stock on the date of determination (or, if no such prices were reported on that date, on the last date such prices were reported), as reported in the Wall Street Journal or such other source as the Administrator deems reliable; or
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(iii) In the absence of an established market for the Common Stock of the type described in (i) and (ii), above, the Fair Market Value thereof shall be determined by the Administrator in good faith by application of a reasonable valuation method consistently applied and taking into consideration all available information material to the value of the Company in a manner in compliance with Section 409A of the Code, or in the case of an Incentive Stock Option, in a manner in compliance with Section 422 of the Code.
(w) “Grantee” means an Employee, Director or Consultant who receives an Award under the Plan.
(x) “Incentive Stock Option” means an Option intended to qualify as an incentive stock option within the meaning of Section 422 of the Code.
(y) “Non-Statutory Stock Option” means an Option not intended to qualify as an Incentive Stock Option.
(z) “Officer” means a person who is an officer of the Company or a Related Entity within the meaning of Section 16 of the Exchange Act and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.
(aa) “Option” means an option to purchase one or more Shares pursuant to an Award Agreement granted under the Plan.
(bb) “Parent” means a “parent corporation,” whether now or hereafter existing, as defined in Section 424(e) of the Code.
(cc) “Performance Period” means the time period during which specified performance criteria must be met in connection with the vesting of an Award as determined by the Administrator.
(dd) “Plan” means this Fathom Holdings Inc. 2019 Omnibus Stock Incentive Plan, as the same may be amended from time to time.
(ee) “Post-Termination Exercise Period” means the period specified in the Award Agreement of not less than thirty (30) days commencing on the date of termination (other than termination by the Company or any Related Entity for Cause) of the Grantee’s Continuous Service, or such longer period as may be applicable upon death or Disability.
(ff) “Related Entity” means any Parent or Subsidiary of the Company.
(gg) “Restricted Stock” means Shares issued under the Plan to the Grantee for such consideration, if any, and subject to such restrictions on transfer, rights of first refusal, repurchase provisions, forfeiture provisions, and other terms and conditions as established by the Administrator.
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(hh) “Restricted Stock Units” means an Award which may be earned in whole or in part upon the passage of time or the attainment of performance criteria established by the Administrator and which may be settled for cash, Shares or other securities or a combination of cash, Shares or other securities as established by the Administrator.
(ii) “Rule 16b-3” means Rule 16b-3 promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to the Exchange Act, as such rule may be amended, and includes any successor provisions thereto.
(jj) “SAR” means a stock appreciation right entitling the Grantee to Shares or cash compensation, as established by the Administrator, measured by appreciation in the value of Common Stock.
(kk) “Share” means a share of the Common Stock.
(ll) “Subsidiary” means a “subsidiary corporation,” whether now or hereafter existing, as defined in Section 424(f) of the Code.
(mm) “Tax Obligations” means all income tax, social insurance, payroll tax, fringe benefits tax, or other tax-related liabilities related to a Grantee’s participation in the Plan and the receipt of any benefits hereunder, as determined under the Applicable Laws.
3. Stock Subject to the Plan.
(a) Subject to adjustment as described in Section 13 below, the maximum aggregate number of Shares which may be issued pursuant to all Awards (including Incentive Stock Options) is Five Million (5,000,000) Shares. The Shares may be authorized, but unissued, or reacquired Common Stock.
(b) Any Shares covered by an Award (or portion of an Award) which is forfeited, canceled or expires (whether voluntarily or involuntarily) shall be deemed not to have been issued for purposes of determining the maximum aggregate number of Shares which may be issued under the Plan, except that the maximum aggregate number of Shares which may be issued pursuant to the exercise of Incentive Stock Options shall not exceed the number specified in Section 3(a). Shares that actually have been issued under the Plan pursuant to an Award shall not be returned to the Plan and shall not become available for future issuance under the Plan, except that if unvested Shares are forfeited or repurchased by the Company, such Shares shall become available for future grant under the Plan. In the event any Option or other Award granted under the Plan is exercised through the tendering of Shares (either actually or through attestation), or in the event tax withholding obligations are satisfied by tendering or withholding Shares, any Shares so tendered or withheld shall not again be available for awards under the Plan. To the extent that cash in lieu of Shares is delivered upon the exercise of a SAR pursuant to Section 6(m), the Company shall be deemed, for purposes of applying the limitation on the number of shares, to have issued the number of Shares that it was entitled to issue upon such exercise or on the exercise of any related Option, notwithstanding that cash was issued in lieu of such Shares. Shares reacquired by the Company on the open market or otherwise using cash proceeds from the exercise of Options shall not be available for awards under the Plan.
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4. Administration of the Plan.
(a) Plan Administrator.
(i) Administration with Respect to Directors and Officers. With respect to grants of Awards to Directors or Employees who are also Officers or Directors of the Company, the Plan shall be administered by (A) the Board or (B) a Committee designated by the Board, which Committee shall be constituted in such a manner as to satisfy the Applicable Laws and to permit such grants and related transactions under the Plan to be exempt from Section 16(b) of the Exchange Act in accordance with Rule 16b-3. Once appointed, such Committee shall continue to serve in its designated capacity until otherwise directed by the Board.
(ii) Administration With Respect to Consultants and Other Employees. With respect to grants of Awards to Employees or Consultants who are neither Directors nor Officers of the Company, the Plan shall be administered by (A) the Board or (B) a Committee designated by the Board, which Committee shall be constituted in such a manner as to satisfy the Applicable Laws. Once appointed, such Committee shall continue to serve in its designated capacity until otherwise directed by the Board.
(b) Multiple Administrative Bodies. The Plan may be administered by different bodies with respect to Directors, Officers, Consultants, and Employees who are neither Directors nor Officers.
(c) Powers of the Administrator. Subject to Applicable Laws and the provisions of the Plan (including any other powers given to the Administrator hereunder), and except as otherwise provided by the Board, the Administrator shall have the authority, in its discretion:
(i) to select the Employees, Directors and Consultants to whom Awards may be granted from time to time hereunder;
(ii) to determine whether and to what extent Awards are granted hereunder;
(iii) to determine the number of Shares or the amount of other consideration to be covered by each Award granted hereunder;
(iv) to approve forms of Award Agreements for use under the Plan;
(v) to determine the type, terms and conditions of any Award granted hereunder;
(vi) to establish additional terms, conditions, rules or procedures to accommodate the rules or laws of applicable non-U.S. jurisdictions and to afford Grantees favorable treatment under such rules or laws; provided, however, that no Award shall be granted under any such additional terms, conditions, rules or procedures with terms or conditions which are inconsistent with the provisions of the Plan;
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(vii) to amend the terms of any outstanding Award granted under the Plan, provided that any amendment that would adversely affect the Grantee’s rights under an outstanding Award shall not be made without the Grantee’s written consent; provided, however, that an amendment or modification that may cause an Incentive Stock Option to become a Non-Statutory Stock Option shall not be treated as adversely affecting the rights of the Grantee;
(viii) to construe and interpret the terms of the Plan and Awards, including without limitation, any notice of award or Award Agreement, granted pursuant to the Plan;
(ix) to institute an option exchange program;
(x) to make other determinations as provided in this Plan; and
(xi) to take such other action, not inconsistent with the terms of the Plan, as the Administrator deems appropriate.
The express grant in the Plan of any specific power to the Administrator shall not be construed as limiting any power or authority of the Administrator; provided that the Administrator may not exercise any right or power reserved to the Board. Any decision made, or action taken, by the Administrator or in connection with the administration of this Plan shall be final, conclusive and binding on all persons having an interest in the Plan.
(d) Indemnification. In addition to such other rights of indemnification as they may have as members of the Board or as Officers or Employees of the Company or a Related Entity, members of the Board and any Officers or Employees of the Company or a Related Entity to whom authority to act for the Board, the Administrator or the Company is delegated shall be defended and indemnified by the Company to the extent permitted by law on an after-tax basis against all reasonable expenses, including attorneys’ fees, actually and necessarily incurred in connection with the defense of any claim, investigation, action, suit or proceeding, or in connection with any appeal therein, to which they or any of them may be a party by reason of any action taken or failure to act under or in connection with the Plan, or any Award granted hereunder, and against all amounts paid by them in settlement thereof (provided such settlement is approved by the Company) or paid by them in satisfaction of a judgment in any such claim, investigation, action, suit or proceeding, except in relation to such liabilities, costs, and expenses as may arise out of, or result from, the bad faith, gross negligence, willful misconduct, or criminal acts of such persons; provided, however, that within thirty (30) days after the institution of such claim, investigation, action, suit or proceeding, such person shall offer to the Company, in writing, the opportunity at the Company’s expense to defend the same.
(e) Applicability of Certain Provisions. Those provisions of the Plan that make express reference to the Exchange Act or Rule 16b-3 shall apply to the Company only at such time as the Company is subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, and then only to such persons as are required to file reports under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act.
5. Eligibility. Awards other than Incentive Stock Options may be granted to Employees, Directors, and Consultants of the Company and any Related Entity. Incentive Stock Options may be granted only to Employees of the Company or a Related Entity. An Employee, Director, or Consultant who has been granted an Award may, if otherwise eligible, be granted additional Awards. Awards may be granted to such Employees, Directors, or Consultants who are residing in non-U.S. jurisdictions as the Administrator may determine from time to time.
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6. Terms and Conditions of Awards.
(a) Types of Awards. The Administrator is authorized under the Plan to award any type of arrangement to an Employee, Director or Consultant that is not inconsistent with the provisions of the Plan and that by its terms involves or might involve the issuance of (i) Shares, (ii) cash or (iii) an Option, a SAR, or similar right with a fixed or variable price related to the Fair Market Value of the Shares and with an exercise or conversion privilege related to the passage of time, the occurrence of one or more events, or the satisfaction of performance criteria or other conditions. Such awards include, without limitation, Options, SARs, sales or bonuses of Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units, and Dividend Equivalent Rights. An Award may consist of one such security or benefit, or two or more of them in any combination or alternative.
(b) Designation of Award. Each Award shall be evidenced by an Award Agreement in form and substance satisfactory to the Administrator. The type of each Award shall be designated in the Award Agreement. In the case of an Option, the Option shall be designated as either an Incentive Stock Option or a Non-Statutory Stock Option. However, notwithstanding such designation, an Option will qualify as an Incentive Stock Option under the Code only to the extent the $100,000 limitation of Section 422(d) of the Code is not exceeded. The $100,000 limitation of Section 422(d) of the Code is calculated based on the aggregate Fair Market Value of the Shares subject to Options designated as Incentive Stock Options which become exercisable for the first time by a Grantee during any calendar year (under all plans of the Company or any Related Entity). For purposes of this calculation, Incentive Stock Options shall be taken into account in the order in which they were granted, and the Fair Market Value of the Shares shall be determined as of the grant date of the relevant Option. Any Option granted which fails to satisfy the requirements of the Applicable Laws for treatment as an Incentive Stock Option shall be a Non-Statutory Stock Option.
(c) Conditions of Award. Subject to the terms of the Plan, the Administrator shall determine the provisions, terms, and conditions of each Award including, but not limited to, the Award vesting schedule, repurchase provisions, rights of first refusal, forfeiture provisions, form of payment (cash, Shares, or other consideration) upon settlement of the Award, payment contingencies, and satisfaction of any performance criteria that may be established by the Administrator. Shares issued and delivered to Grantees shall bear such restrictive legends as the Administrator shall deem necessary or advisable pursuant to applicable federal and state securities laws.
(d) Performance-Based Awards. The Administrator may include in an Award provisions such that the vesting or other realization of an Award by a Grantee will be subject to the achievement of certain performance criteria as the Administrator may determine over the course of a Performance Period determined by the Administrator.
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(i) The performance criteria will be established by the Administrator and may include any one of, or combination of, the following criteria:
(A) | Net earnings or net income (before or after taxes); |
(B) | Earnings per share; |
(C) | Net sales growth; |
(D) | Net operating profit; |
(E) | Return measures (including, but not limited to, return on assets, capital, equity, or sales); |
(F) | Cash flow (including, but not limited to, operating cash flow, free cash flow, and cash flow return on capital); |
(G) | Cash flow per share; |
(H) | Earnings before or after taxes, interest, depreciation, and/or amortization; |
(I) | Gross or operating margins; |
(J) | Productivity ratios; |
(K) | Share price (including, but not limited to, growth measures and total shareholder return); |
(L) | Expense targets or ratios; |
(M) | Charge-off levels; |
(N) | Improvement in or attainment of revenue levels; |
(O) | Margins; |
(P) | Operating efficiency; |
(Q) | Operating expenses; |
(R) | Economic value added; |
(S) | Improvement in or attainment of expense levels; |
(T) | Improvement in or attainment of working capital levels; |
(U) | Debt reduction; |
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(V) | Capital targets; and |
(W) | Consummation of acquisitions, dispositions, projects or other specific events or transactions. |
(ii) The Administrator may provide in any grant of an Award that any evaluation of performance may include or exclude any of the following events that occurs during a Performance Period: (a) asset write-downs, (b) litigation or claim judgments or settlements, (c) the effect of changes in tax laws, accounting principles or regulations, or other laws or provisions affecting reported results, (d) any reorganization and restructuring programs, (e) Extraordinary Items (as defined below) for the applicable Performance Period, (f) mergers, acquisitions or divestitures, and (g) foreign exchange gains and losses. For this purpose, “Extraordinary Items” means extraordinary, unusual, and/or nonrecurring items of gain or loss as defined under United States generally accepted accounting principles.
(iii) Before the 90th day of the applicable Performance Period (or, if the Performance Period is less than one year, no later than the number of days which is equal to 25% of such Performance Period), the Administrator will determine the duration of the Performance Period, the performance criteria on which performance will be measured, and the amount and terms of payment/vesting upon achievement of the such criteria.
(iv) Following the completion of each Performance Period, the Administrator will certify in writing whether the applicable performance criteria have been achieved for the Awards for such Performance Period. A Grantee will be eligible to receive payment pursuant to an Award for a Performance Period only if the performance criteria for such Performance Period are achieved. In determining the amounts earned by a Grantee pursuant to an Award issued pursuant to this Section 6(d), the Administrator will have the right to (A) reduce or eliminate (but not to increase) the amount payable at a given level of performance to take into account additional factors that the Administrator may deem relevant to the assessment of individual or corporate performance for the Performance Period, (B) determine what actual Award, if any, will be paid in the event of a Corporate Transaction or in the event of a termination of employment following a Corporate Transaction prior to the end of the Performance Period, and (C) determine what actual Award, if any, will be paid in the event of a termination of employment other than as the result of a Grantee’s death or Disability prior to a Corporate Transaction and prior to the end of the Performance Period to the extent an actual Award would have otherwise been achieved had the Grantee remained employed through the end of the Performance Period.
(v) Payment of the Award to a Grantee shall be paid following the end of the Performance Period, or if later, the date on which any applicable contingency or restriction has ended.
(e) Acquisitions and Other Transactions. The Administrator may issue Awards under the Plan in settlement, assumption or substitution for, outstanding awards or obligations to grant future awards in connection with the Company or a Related Entity acquiring another entity, an interest in another entity or an additional interest in a Related Entity whether by merger, stock purchase, asset purchase or other form of transaction.
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(f) Deferral of Award Payment. The Administrator may establish one or more programs under the Plan to permit selected Grantees the opportunity to elect to defer receipt of consideration upon exercise of an Award, satisfaction of performance criteria, or other event that absent the election would entitle the Grantee to payment or receipt of Shares or other consideration under an Award. The Administrator may establish the election procedures, the timing of such elections, the mechanisms for payments of, and accrual of interest or other earnings, if any, on amounts, Shares or other consideration so deferred, and such other terms, conditions, rules and procedures that the Administrator deems advisable for the administration of any such deferral program.
(g) Separate Programs. The Administrator may establish one or more separate programs under the Plan for the purpose of issuing particular forms of Awards to one or more classes of Grantees on such terms and conditions as determined by the Administrator from time to time.
(h) Individual Award Limit. No Grantee may be granted an Award of Options or SARs in any calendar year with respect to more than one million (1,000,000) Shares, or an Award of Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units, Dividend Equivalent Rights, or other Awards that are valued with reference to shares covering more than one million (1,000,000) Shares. The foregoing limitations shall be adjusted proportionately in connection with any change in the Company’s capitalization pursuant to Section 13 below.
(i) Early Exercise. An Award Agreement may, but need not, include a provision whereby the Grantee may elect at any time while an Employee, Director or Consultant to exercise any part or all of the Award prior to full vesting of the Award. Any unvested Shares received pursuant to such exercise may be subject to a repurchase right in favor of the Company or a Related Entity or to any other restriction the Administrator determines to be appropriate.
(j) Term of Award. The term of each Award shall be the term stated in the Award Agreement, provided, however, that the term shall be no more than ten (10) years from the date of grant thereof. However, in the case of an Incentive Stock Option granted to a Grantee who, at the time the Option is granted, owns stock representing more than ten percent (10%) of the voting power of all classes of stock of the Company or any Related Entity, the term of the Incentive Stock Option shall be five (5) years from the date of grant thereof or such shorter term as may be provided in the Award Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the specified term of any Award shall not include any period for which the Grantee has elected to defer the receipt of the Shares or cash issuable pursuant to the Award.
(k) Transferability of Awards. Unless the Administrator provides otherwise, no award may be sold, pledged, assigned, hypothecated, transferred, or disposed of in any manner other than by will or by the laws of descent or distribution and may be exercised, during the lifetime of the Grantee, only by the Grantee. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Grantee may designate one or more beneficiaries of the Grantee’s Award in the event of the Grantee’s death on a beneficiary designation form provided by the Administrator.
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(l) Time of Granting Awards. The date of grant of an Award shall for all purposes be the date on which the Administrator makes the determination to grant such Award, or such other later date as is determined by the Administrator.
(m) Stock Appreciation Rights. A SAR may be granted (i) with respect to any Option granted under this Plan, either concurrently with the grant of such Option or at such later time as determined by the Administrator (as to all or any portion of the Shares subject to the Option), or (ii) alone, without reference to any related Option. Each SAR granted by the Administrator under this Plan shall be subject to the following terms and conditions. Each SAR granted to any participant shall relate to such number of Shares as shall be determined by the Administrator, subject to adjustment as provided in Section 13. In the case of a SAR granted with respect to an Option, the number of Shares to which the SAR pertains shall be reduced in the same proportion that the holder of the Option exercises the related Option. The exercise price of a SAR will be determined by the Administrator at the date of grant but may not be less than 100% of the Fair Market Value of the Shares subject thereto on the date of grant. Subject to the right of the Administrator to deliver cash in lieu of Shares (which, as it pertains to Officers and Directors of the Company, shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Exchange Act), the number of Shares which shall be issuable upon the exercise of a SAR shall be determined by dividing:
(i) the number of Shares as to which the SAR is exercised multiplied by the amount of the appreciation in such Shares (for this purpose, the “appreciation” shall be the amount by which the Fair Market Value of the Shares subject to the SAR on the exercise date exceeds (1) in the case of a SAR related to an Option, the exercise price of the Shares under the Option or (2) in the case of a SAR granted alone, without reference to a related Option, an amount which shall be determined by the Administrator at the time of grant, subject to adjustment under Section 13); by
(ii) the Fair Market Value of a Share on the exercise date.
In lieu of issuing Shares upon the exercise of a SAR, the Administrator may elect to pay the holder of the SAR cash equal to the Fair Market Value on the exercise date of any or all of the Shares which would otherwise be issuable. No fractional Shares shall be issued upon the exercise of a SAR; instead, the holder of the SAR shall be entitled to receive a cash adjustment equal to the same fraction of the Fair Market Value of a Share on the exercise date or to purchase the portion necessary to make a whole share at its Fair Market Value on the date of exercise. The exercise of a SAR related to an Option shall be permitted only to the extent that the Option is exercisable under Section 11 on the date of surrender. Any Incentive Stock Option surrendered pursuant to the provisions of this Section 6(m) shall be deemed to have been converted into a Non-Statutory Stock Option immediately prior to such surrender.
7. Award Exercise or Purchase Price, Consideration and Taxes.
(a) Exercise or Purchase Price. The exercise or purchase price, if any, for an Award shall be as follows.
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(i) In the case of an Incentive Stock Option:
(1) granted to an Employee who, at the time of the grant of such Incentive Stock Option owns stock representing more than ten percent (10%) of the voting power of all classes of stock of the Company or any Related Entity, the per Share exercise price shall be not less than one hundred ten percent (110%) of the Fair Market Value per Share on the date of grant; or
(2) granted to any Employee other than an Employee described in the preceding paragraph, the per Share exercise price shall be not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the Fair Market Value per Share on the date of grant.
(ii) In the case of a Non-Statutory Stock Option, the per Share exercise price shall be not less than one-hundred percent (100%) of the Fair Market Value per Share on the date of grant.
(iii) In the case of other Awards, such price as is determined by the Administrator.
(iv) Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this Section 7(a), in the case of an Award issued pursuant to Section 6(e), above, the exercise or purchase price for the Award shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the relevant instrument evidencing the agreement to issue such Award.
(b) Consideration. Subject to Applicable Laws, the consideration to be paid for the Shares to be issued upon exercise or purchase of an Award, including the method of payment, shall be determined by the Administrator. In addition to any other types of consideration the Administrator may determine, the Administrator is authorized to accept as consideration for Shares issued under the Plan the following:
(i) cash;
(ii) check;
(iii) delivery of Grantee’s promissory note with such recourse, interest, security, and redemption provisions as the Administrator determines as appropriate (but only to the extent that the acceptance or terms of the promissory note would not violate an Applicable Law); provided, however, that interest shall compound at least annually and shall be charged at the minimum rate of interest necessary to avoid (A) the imputation of interest income to the Company and compensation income to the Grantee under any applicable provisions of the Code, and (B) the classification of the Award as a liability for financial accounting purposes;
(iv) surrender of Shares or delivery of a properly executed form of attestation of ownership of Shares as the Administrator may require which have a Fair Market Value on the date of surrender or attestation equal to the aggregate exercise price of the Shares as to which said Award shall be exercised;
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(v) with respect to Options, payment through a broker-dealer sale and remittance procedure pursuant to which the Grantee (A) shall provide written instructions to a broker-dealer acceptable to the Company to effect the immediate sale of some or all of the purchased Shares and remit to the Company sufficient funds to cover the aggregate exercise price payable for the purchased Shares and (B) shall provide written directives to the Company to deliver the certificates (or other evidence satisfactory to the Company to the extent that the Shares are uncertificated) for the purchased Shares directly to such broker-dealer in order to complete the sale transaction;
(vi) with respect to Options, payment through a “net exercise” such that, without the payment of any funds, the Grantee may exercise the Option and receive the net number of Shares equal to (i) the number of Shares as to which the Option is being exercised, multiplied by (ii) a fraction, the numerator of which is the Fair Market Value per Share (on such date as is determined by the Administrator) less the Exercise Price per Share, and the denominator of which is such Fair Market Value per Share;
(vii) past or future services actually or to be rendered to the Company or a Related Entity;
(viii) any combination of the foregoing methods of payment; or
(ix) any other method approved by the Administrator.
The Administrator may at any time or from time to time, by adoption of or by amendment to the standard forms of Award Agreement described in Section 4(c)(iv), or by other means, grant Awards which do not permit all of the foregoing forms of consideration to be used in payment for the Shares or which otherwise restrict one or more forms of consideration.
8. Notice to Company of Disqualifying Disposition. Each Employee who receives an Incentive Stock Option must agree to notify the Company in writing immediately after the Employee makes a Disqualifying Disposition of any Common Stock acquired pursuant to the exercise of an Incentive Stock Option.
9. Tax Withholding.
(a) Prior to the delivery of any Shares or cash pursuant to an Award (or the exercise thereof), or at such other time as the Tax Obligations are due, the Company, in accordance with the Code and any Applicable Laws, shall have the power and the right to deduct or withhold, or require a Grantee to remit to the Company, an amount sufficient to satisfy all Tax Obligations. The Administrator may condition such delivery, payment, or other event pursuant to an Award on the payment by the Grantee of any such Tax Obligations.
(b) The Administrator, pursuant to such procedures as it may specify from time to time, may designate the method or methods by which a Grantee may satisfy the Tax Obligations. As determined by the Administrator from time to time, these methods may include one or more of the following:
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(i) paying cash;
(ii) electing to have the Company withhold cash or Shares deliverable to the Grantee having a Fair Market Value equal to the amount required to be withheld;
(iii) delivering to the Company already-owned Shares having a Fair Market Value equal to the minimum amount required to be withheld or remitted, provided the delivery of such Shares will not result in any adverse accounting consequences as the Administrator determines;
(iv) selling a sufficient number of Shares otherwise deliverable to the Grantee through such means as the Administrator may determine (whether through a broker or otherwise) equal to the Tax Obligations required to be withheld;
(v) retaining from salary or other amounts payable to the Grantee cash having a sufficient value to satisfy the Tax Obligations; or
(vi) any other means which the Administrator determines to both comply with Applicable Laws, and to be consistent with the purposes of the Plan.
The amount of Tax Obligations will be deemed to include any amount that the Administrator determines may be withheld at the time the election is made, not to exceed the amount determined by using the maximum federal, state, local and foreign marginal income tax rates applicable to the Grantee or the Company, as applicable, with respect to the Award on the date that the amount of tax or social insurance liability to be withheld or remitted is to be determined. The Fair Market Value of the Shares to be withheld or delivered shall be determined as of the date that the Tax Obligations are required to be withheld.
10. Rights As a Shareholder.
(a) Restricted Stock. Except as otherwise provided in any Award Agreement, a Grantee will not have any rights of a shareholder with respect to any of the Shares granted to the Grantee under an Award of Restricted Stock (including the right to vote or receive dividends and other distributions paid or made with respect thereto) nor shall cash dividends or dividend equivalents accrue or be paid in respect of any unvested Award of Restricted Stock, unless and until such Shares vest.
(b) Other Awards. In the case of Awards other than Restricted Stock, except as otherwise provided in any Award Agreement, a Grantee will not have any rights of a shareholder, nor will dividends or dividend equivalents accrue or be paid, with respect to any of the Shares granted pursuant to such Award until the Award is exercised or settled and the Shares are delivered (as evidenced by the appropriate entry on the books of the Company or of a duly authorized transfer agent of the Company).
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11. Exercise of Award.
(a) Procedure for Exercise.
(i) Any Award granted hereunder shall be exercisable at such times and under such conditions as determined by the Administrator under the terms of the Plan and as specified in the Award Agreement.
(ii) An Award shall be deemed to be exercised when written notice of such exercise has been given to the Company in accordance with the terms of the Award by the person entitled to exercise the Award and full payment for the Shares with respect to which the Award is exercised has been made, including, to the extent selected, use of the broker-dealer sale and remittance procedure to pay the purchase price as provided in Section 7(b)(v).
(b) Exercise of Award Following Termination of Continuous Service. In the event of termination of a Grantee’s Continuous Service for any reason other than Disability or death, such Grantee may, but only during the Post-Termination Exercise Period (but in no event later than the expiration date of the term of such Award as set forth in the Award Agreement), exercise the portion of the Grantee’s Award that was vested at the date of such termination or such other portion of the Grantee’s Award as may be determined by the Administrator. The Grantee’s Award Agreement may provide that upon the termination of the Grantee’s Continuous Service for Cause, the Grantee’s right to exercise the Award shall terminate concurrently with the termination of Grantee’s Continuous Service. In the event of a Grantee’s change of status from Employee to Consultant, an Employee’s Incentive Stock Option shall convert automatically to a Non-Statutory Stock Option on the day three (3) months and one day following such change of status. To the extent that the Grantee’s Award was unvested at the date of termination, or if the Grantee does not exercise the vested portion of the Grantee’s Award within the Post-Termination Exercise Period, the Award shall terminate.
(c) Disability of Grantee. In the event of termination of a Grantee’s Continuous Service as a result of his or her Disability, such Grantee may, but only within twelve (12) months from the date of such termination (or such longer period as specified in the Award Agreement but in no event later than the expiration date of the term of such Award as set forth in the Award Agreement), exercise the portion of the Grantee’s Award that was vested at the date of such termination; provided, however, that if such Disability is not a “disability” as such term is defined in Section 22(e)(3) of the Code, in the case of an Incentive Stock Option such Incentive Stock Option shall automatically convert to a Non-Statutory Stock Option on the day three (3) months and one day following such termination. To the extent that the Grantee’s Award was unvested at the date of termination, or if Grantee does not exercise the vested portion of the Grantee’s Award within the time specified herein, the Award shall terminate.
(d) Death of Grantee. In the event of a termination of the Grantee’s Continuous Service as a result of his or her death, or in the event of the death of the Grantee during the Post-Termination Exercise Period or during the twelve (12) month period following the Grantee’s termination of Continuous Service as a result of his or her Disability, the Grantee’s estate or a person who acquired the right to exercise the Award by bequest or inheritance may exercise the portion of the Grantee’s Award that was vested as of the date of termination, within twelve (12) months from the date of death (or such longer period as specified in the Award Agreement but in no event later than the expiration of the term of such Award as set forth in the Award Agreement). To the extent that, at the time of death, the Grantee’s Award was unvested, or if the Grantee’s estate or a person who acquired the right to exercise the Award by bequest or inheritance does not exercise the vested portion of the Grantee’s Award within the time specified herein, the Award shall terminate.
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(e) Extension if Exercise Prevented by Law. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the exercise of an Award within the applicable time periods set forth in this Section 11 is prevented by the provisions of Section 12 below, the Award shall remain exercisable until one (1) month after the date the Grantee is notified by the Company that the Award is exercisable, but in any event no later than the expiration of the term of such Award as set forth in the Award Agreement.
12. Conditions Upon Issuance of Shares; Manner of Issuance of Shares.
(a) If at any time the Administrator determines that the delivery of Shares pursuant to the exercise, vesting or any other provision of an Award is or may be unlawful under Applicable Laws, the vesting or right to exercise an Award or to otherwise receive Shares pursuant to the terms of an Award shall be suspended until the Administrator determines that such delivery is lawful and shall be further subject to the approval of counsel for the Company with respect to such compliance. The Company shall have no obligation to effect any registration or qualification of the Shares under any Applicable Law.
(b) As a condition to the exercise of an Award, the Company may require the person exercising such Award to represent and warrant at the time of any such exercise that the Shares are being purchased only for investment and without any present intention to sell or distribute such Shares if, in the opinion of counsel for the Company, such a representation is required by any Applicable Laws.
(c) Subject to the Applicable Laws and any governing rules or regulations, the Company shall issue or cause to be issued the Shares acquired pursuant to an Award and shall deliver such Shares to or for the benefit of the Grantee by means of one or more of the following as determined by the Administrator: (i) by delivering to the Grantee evidence of book entry Shares credited to the account of the Grantee, (ii) by depositing such Shares for the benefit of the Grantee with any broker with which the Grantee has an account relationship, or (iii) by delivering such Shares to the Grantee in certificate form.
(d) No fractional Shares shall be issued pursuant to any Award under the Plan; any Grantee who would otherwise be entitled to receive a fraction of a Share upon exercise or vesting of an Award will receive from the Company cash in lieu of such fractional Shares in an amount equal to the Fair Market Value of such fractional Shares, as determined by the Administrator.
13. Adjustments. Subject to any required action by the shareholders of the Company, the number of Shares covered by each outstanding Award, and the number of Shares which have been authorized for issuance under the Plan but as to which no Awards have yet been granted or which have been returned to the Plan, the exercise or purchase price of each such outstanding Award, as well as any other terms that the Administrator determines require adjustment shall be proportionately adjusted for (i) any increase or decrease in the number of issued and outstanding Shares resulting from a stock split, reverse stock split, stock dividend, combination or reclassification of the Shares, or similar transaction affecting the Shares, (ii) any other increase or decrease in the number of issued and outstanding Shares effected without receipt of consideration by the Company, or (iii) any other transaction with respect to the Company’s Common Stock including a corporate merger, consolidation, acquisition of property or stock, separation (including a spin-off or other distribution of stock or property), reorganization, liquidation (whether partial or complete) or any similar transaction; provided, however that conversion of any convertible securities of the Company shall not be deemed to have been “effected without receipt of consideration.” Such adjustment shall be made by the Administrator and its determination shall be final, binding and conclusive. Except as the Administrator determines, no issuance by the Company of shares of stock of any class, or securities convertible into shares of stock of any class, shall affect, and no adjustment by reason hereof shall be made with respect to, the number or price of Shares subject to an Award. No adjustments shall be made for dividends paid in cash or in property other than Common Stock of the Company, nor shall cash dividends or dividend equivalents accrue or be paid in respect of unexercised Options or unvested Awards hereunder.
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14. Corporate Transaction.
(a) Termination of Award to Extent Not Assumed in Corporate Transaction. Effective upon the consummation of a Corporate Transaction, all outstanding Awards under the Plan shall terminate. However, all such Awards shall not terminate to the extent they are Assumed in connection with the Corporate Transaction.
(b) Acceleration of Award Upon Corporate Transaction. The Administrator shall have the authority, exercisable either in advance of any actual or anticipated Corporate Transaction or at the time of an actual Corporate Transaction, and exercisable at the time of the grant of an Award under the Plan or any time while an Award remains outstanding, to provide for the full or partial automatic vesting and exercisability of one or more outstanding unvested Awards under the Plan and the release from restrictions on transfer and repurchase or forfeiture rights of such Awards in connection with a Corporate Transaction on such terms and conditions as the Administrator may specify. The Administrator also shall have the authority to condition any such Award vesting and exercisability or release from such limitations upon the subsequent termination of the Continuous Service of the Grantee within a specified period following the effective date of the Corporate Transaction. The Administrator may provide that any Awards so vested or released from such limitations in connection with a Corporate Transaction shall remain fully exercisable until the expiration or sooner termination of the Award.
(c) Effect of Acceleration on Incentive Stock Options. Any Incentive Stock Option accelerated under this Section 14 in connection with a Corporate Transaction shall remain exercisable as an Incentive Stock Option under the Code only to the extent the $100,000 limitation of Section 422(d) of the Code is not exceeded.
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15. Effective Date and Term of Plan. The Plan shall become effective at such time as it has been adopted by the Board, and will continue in effect for a term of ten (10) years unless sooner terminated. The Board will cause the Plan to be submitted to the Company’s shareholders for approval within twelve (12) months after its adoption by the Board. Shareholder approval will be obtained in the degree and manner required under Applicable Laws. Any Award granted before shareholder approval is obtained will be rescinded if shareholder approval is not obtained within the time prescribed, and Shares issued on the grant or exercise of any such Award shall not be counted in determining whether shareholder approval is obtained. Subject to the preceding sentence and the Applicable Laws, Awards may be granted under the Plan upon its becoming effective.
16. Amendment, Suspension or Termination of the Plan.
(a) The Board may at any time amend, suspend or terminate the Plan in any respect, except that it may not, without the approval of the shareholders obtained within twelve (12) months before or after the Board adopts a resolution authorizing any of the following actions, do any of the following:
(i) increase the total number of shares that may be issued under the Plan (except by adjustment pursuant to Section 13);
(ii) modify the provisions of Section 6 regarding eligibility for grants of Incentive Stock Options;
(iii) modify the provisions of Section 7(a) regarding the exercise price at which shares may be offered pursuant to Options (except by adjustment pursuant to Section 13);
(iv) extend the expiration date of the Plan; and
(v) except as provided in Section 13 (including, without limitation, any stock dividend, stock split, extraordinary cash dividend, recapitalization, reorganization, merger, consolidation, split-up, spin-off, combination, or exchange of shares), the Company may not amend an Award granted under the Plan to reduce its exercise price per share, cancel and regrant new Awards with lower prices per share than the original prices per share of the cancelled Awards, or cancel any Awards in exchange for cash or the grant of replacement Awards with an exercise price that is less than the exercise price of the original Awards, essentially having the effect of a repricing, without approval by the Company’s shareholders.
(b) No Award may be granted during any suspension of the Plan or after termination of the Plan.
(c) No suspension or termination of the Plan shall adversely affect any rights under Awards already granted to a Grantee without his or her consent.
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17. Reservation of Shares.
(a) The Company, during the term of the Plan, will at all times reserve and keep available such number of Shares as shall be sufficient to satisfy the requirements of the Plan.
(b) The inability of the Company to obtain authority from any regulatory body having jurisdiction, which authority is deemed by the Company’s counsel to be necessary to the lawful issuance and sale of any Shares hereunder, shall relieve the Company of any liability in respect of the failure to issue or sell such Shares as to which such requisite authority shall not have been obtained.
18. No Effect on Terms of Employment/Consulting Relationship. The Plan shall not confer upon any Grantee any right with respect to the Grantee’s Continuous Service, nor shall it interfere in any way with his or her right or the right of the Company or a Related Entity to terminate the Grantee’s Continuous Service at any time, with or without Cause, and with or without notice. The ability of the Company or any Related Entity to terminate the employment of a Grantee who is employed at will is in no way affected by its determination that the Grantee’s Continuous Service has been terminated for Cause for the purposes of this Plan.
19. No Effect on Retirement and Other Benefit Plans. Except as specifically provided in a retirement or other benefit plan of the Company or a Related Entity, Awards shall not be deemed compensation for purposes of computing benefits or contributions under any retirement plan of the Company or a Related Entity, and shall not affect any benefits under any other benefit plan of any kind or any benefit plan subsequently instituted under which the availability or amount of benefits is related to level of compensation. The Plan is not a “Retirement Plan” or “Welfare Plan” under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended.
20. Information to Grantees. The Company shall provide to each Grantee, during the period for which such Grantee has one or more Awards outstanding, such information as required by Applicable Laws.
21. Electronic Delivery. The Administrator may decide to deliver any documents related to any Award granted under the Plan through an online or electronic system established and maintained by the Company or another third party designated by the Company or to request a Grantee’s consent to participate in the Plan by electronic means. By accepting an Award, each Grantee consents to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agrees to participate in the Plan through an online or electronic system established and maintained by the Company or another third party designated by the Company, and such consent shall remain in effect throughout Grantee’s Continuous Service with the Company and any Related Entity and thereafter until withdrawn in writing by Grantee.
22. Data Privacy. The Administrator may decide to collect, use and transfer, in electronic or other form, personal data as described in this Plan or any Award for the exclusive purpose of implementing, administering and managing participation in the Plan. By accepting an Award, each Grantee acknowledges that the Company holds certain personal information about Grantee, including, but not limited to, name, home address and telephone number, date of birth, social security number or other identification number, salary, nationality, job title, details of all Awards awarded, cancelled, exercised, vested or unvested, for the purpose of implementing, administering and managing the Plan (the “Data”). Each Grantee further acknowledges that Data may be transferred to any third parties assisting in the implementation, administration and management of the Plan and that these third parties may be located in jurisdictions that may have different data privacy laws and protections, and Grantee authorizes such third parties to receive, possess, use, retain and transfer the Data, in electronic or other form, for the purposes of implementing, administering and managing the Plan, including any requisite transfer of such Data as may be required to a broker or other third party with whom the recipient or the Company may elect to deposit any Shares acquired upon any Award.
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23. Compliance with Section 409A of the Code. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary set forth herein, the Award Agreement evidencing any Award that is not exempt from the requirements of Section 409A of the Code shall contain provisions such that the Award will comply with the requirements of Section 409A of the Code and avoid the consequences specified in Section 409A(a)(1) of the Code. To the extent applicable, the Plan and Award Agreements shall be interpreted in accordance with Section 409A of the Code and Department of the Treasury regulations and other interpretive guidance issued thereunder, including without limitation any such regulations or other guidance that may be issued or amended after the effective date of the Plan. Notwithstanding any provision of the Plan to the contrary, in the event that following the effective date of the Plan the Administrator determines that any Award may be subject to Section 409A of the Code and related Department of Treasury guidance (including such Department of Treasury guidance as may be issued after the effective date of the Plan), the Administrator may adopt such amendments to the Plan and the applicable Award Agreement or adopt other policies and procedures (including amendments, policies and procedures with retroactive effect), or take any other actions, that the Administrator determines are necessary or appropriate to (1) exempt the Award from Section 409A of the Code and/or preserve the intended tax treatment of the benefits provided with respect to the Award, or (2) comply with the requirements of Section 409A of the Code and related Department of Treasury guidance.
24. Unfunded Obligation. Grantees shall have the status of general unsecured creditors of the Company. Any amounts payable to Grantees pursuant to the Plan shall be unfunded and unsecured obligations for all purposes, including, without limitation, Title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended. Neither the Company nor any Related Entity shall be required to segregate any monies from its general funds, or to create any trusts, or establish any special accounts with respect to such obligations. The Company shall retain at all times beneficial ownership of any investments, including trust investments, which the Company may make to fulfill its payment obligations hereunder. Any investments or the creation or maintenance of any trust or any Grantee account shall not create or constitute a trust or fiduciary relationship between the Administrator, the Company or any Related Entity and a Grantee, or otherwise create any vested or beneficial interest in any Grantee or the Grantee’s creditors in any assets of the Company or a Related Entity. The Grantees shall have no claim against the Company or any Related Entity for any changes in the value of any assets that may be invested or reinvested by the Company with respect to the Plan.
25. Construction. Captions and titles contained herein are for convenience only and shall not affect the meaning or interpretation of any provision of the Plan. Except when otherwise indicated by the context, the singular shall include the plural and the plural shall include the singular. Use of the term “or” is not intended to be exclusive, unless the context clearly requires otherwise.
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Exhibit 10.4
INTELLIAGENT, LLC
CONTRIBUTION AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT
This CONTRIBUTION AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is dated as of August 31, 2018, by and between Fathom Ventures, Inc., a North Carolina corporation (the “Company”), INTELLIAGENT, LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “IntelliAgent”), and the members of IntelliAgent party hereto (the “Members”).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, each Member desires to receive (a) Series B Common Stock (the “Exchanged Shares”) in the amount(s) set forth with respect to such Member on Exhibit A attached hereto and (b) a 12.5% contingent ownership interest in any future initial coin offering consummated by IntelliAgent, in exchange for contributing, assigning, conveying, transferring and delivering to the Company, all of the membership interests of IntelliAgent owned by such Member as set forth on Exhibit A hereto (the “Contributed Interests”), such exchange intended to qualify as a tax-free exchange under Section 351 of the Internal Revenue Code;
WHEREAS, the Contributed Interests are delivered in accordance with that certain Amended and Restated Company Agreement of the Company dated effective as of January 31, 2013, as amended (the “Operating Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, in exchange for the Contributed Interests, the Company desires to issue to each Member the Exchanged Shares set forth beside each Member’s name on Exhibit A attached hereto.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises herein made, and in consideration of the representations, warranties, and covenants herein contained, the Company and each Member hereby agree as set forth below.
Section 1. Agreement to Exchange Securities. Subject to the provisions of this Agreement, (a) each Member agrees to contribute, assign, convey, transfer and deliver to the Company such Member’s Contributed Interests as set forth on Exhibit A, and (b) in consideration for the contribution of such Member’s Contributed Interests, the Company agrees to issue, exchange and deliver to each Member such Member’s Exchanged Shares as set forth on Exhibit A and (ii) to issue and deliver, or cause to be issued and delivered, to each Member a 12.5% contingent ownership interest in any future initial coin offering consummated by IntelliAgent, to the extent completed. For the avoidance of doubt, nothing herein obligates the Company or IntelliAgent to complete an initial coin offering.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent that either Member is no longer employed by, a director of or a consultant to IntelliAgent or a related company at the time of IntelliAgent’s initial coin offering, such Member’s contingent interest in such initial coin offering shall terminate and be forfeited in all respects.
Section 2. Closing. The delivery to the Members of the Exchanged Shares in exchange for the Contributed Interests shall take place at a closing (the “Closing”) on the date hereof at the offices of Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP.
(a) On or prior to the Closing, each Member shall deliver to the Company:
(i) | a counterpart to this Agreement duly executed by such Member; and |
(ii) | a spousal consent duly executed by the spouse of such Member, if applicable. |
(b) On or prior to the Closing, the Company will deliver to each Member:
(i) | a counterpart to this Agreement duly executed by the Company; and |
(ii) | a certificate to each Member representing such Member’s Exchanged Shares. |
Section 3. Acknowledgement of Termination of Rights. The Members hereby acknowledge and agree that upon receipt of the Exchanged Shares all rights to any direct ownership interest in IntelliAgent and any agreements related thereto will be terminated with respect to the Members.
Section 4. Representations and Warranties of the Members. Each Member represents and warrants to the Company as follows:
(a) Each Member has all requisite power, authority and legal capacity to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform such Member’s obligations under this Agreement. None of the execution, delivery or performance by such Member of this Agreement shall conflict with or violate any agreement, document, instrument or certificate to which such Member is a party or by which such Member is bound. None of the execution, delivery or performance by such Member of this Agreement shall require the consent of, a waiver by or notification to any third party that has not been obtained or given.
(b) Each Member has good and valid title to the Contributed Interests, free and clear of any and all liens, claims, encumbrances and rights of all others whomsoever, except as set forth in the Operating Agreement.
(c) Each Member understands that the Exchanged Shares may not be sold, transferred or otherwise disposed of without registration under the 1933 Act or an exemption therefrom, and that in the absence of an effective registration statement covering the Exchanged Shares or an available exemption from registration under the 1933 Act, the Exchanged Shares must be held indefinitely. In particular, each Member is aware that the Exchanged Shares may not be sold pursuant to Rule 144 promulgated under the 1933 Act unless all of the conditions of that Rule are met. Each Member understands that no public market now exists for any of the securities issued by the Company and that there is no assurance that a public market will ever exist for the Exchanged Shares.
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Section 5. Representations and Warranties of the Company. The Company hereby represents and warrants to the Members as follows:
(a) The Company has all requisite power and authority to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform its obligations under this Agreement, including the issuance of the Exchanged Shares pursuant to the Holdings Operating Agreement. None of the execution, delivery or performance by the Company of this Agreement shall conflict with or violate any agreement, document, instrument or certificate to which the Company is a party or by which the Company is bound. None of the execution, delivery or performance by the Company of this Agreement shall require the consent of, a waiver by or notification to any third party that has not been obtained or given.
(b) All of the Exchanged Shares to be issued to each Member under this Agreement, when issued and delivered in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, will be duly authorized and validly issued, and free and clear of any and all liens, claims, encumbrances and rights of all others whomsoever.
Section 4. Survival. All of the representations, warranties and agreements of the Members set forth herein shall survive the execution and delivery of this Agreement.
Section 5. Transfer Provisions. The Members and Company agree that the Members will be subject to certain restrictions on their ability to transfer their respective Exchanged Shares. All transferees of Exchanged Shares or any interest therein will receive and hold such Exchanged Shares subject to the provisions of this Agreement. Any sale or transfer of the Exchanged Shares shall be void unless the provisions of this Agreement are met.
Section 6. Assignment; Binding Effect; Third-Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns. Each of the Company’s affiliates is a third-party beneficiary under this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement to the contrary, nothing in this Agreement (other than as set forth in the immediately preceding sentence), express or implied, is intended to confer on any person other than the parties hereto or their respective heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assigns any rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities under or by reason of this Agreement.
Section 7. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement among the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings (oral and written) among the parties with respect thereto.
Section 8. Severability. Any term or provision of this Agreement which is invalid or unenforceable in any jurisdiction shall, as to that jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability without rendering invalid or unenforceable the remaining terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise affecting the validity or enforceability of any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement in any other jurisdiction. If any provision of this Agreement is so broad as to be unenforceable, the provision shall be interpreted to be only so broad as is enforceable.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been duly executed as of the date first above written.
FATHOM VENTURES, INC. | ||
By: | /s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley, President | ||
INTELLIAGENT, LLC | ||
By: | /s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley, Manager |
[Signature Page to Contribution and Exchange Agreement]
MEMBERS: | |
/s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley | |
/s/ Marco Fregenal | |
Marco Fregenal |
[Signature Page to Contribution and Exchange Agreement]
Exhibit A
Contributed Interests
Member | Membership Interest of IntelliAgent | |||
Joshua Harley | 50 | % | ||
Marco Fregenal | 50 | % |
Exchanged Shares
Member | Series B Common Stock of the Company | |||
Joshua Harley | 6,302,650 | |||
Marco Fregenal | 6,302,650 |
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Joshua Harley, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated August 31, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain shareholders of Fathom Realty Group Inc., a California corporation (the “Company”), and Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated August 31, 2018
Melissa Harley | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Melissa Harley | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 3608 Bahama Dr. | |
Plano, TX 75074 | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Marco Fregenal, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated August 31, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain shareholders of Fathom Realty Group Inc., a California corporation (the “Company”), and Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated August 31, 2018
Renée C. Fregenal | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Renée C. Fregenal | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 3108 Megwood Court | |
Apex, NC 27539 | ||
Exhibit 10.5
FATHOM REALTY GROUP INC.
CONTRIBUTION AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT
This CONTRIBUTION AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is dated as of August 31, 2018, by and between Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and the shareholders of Fathom Realty Group Inc., a Texas corporation (“Fathom California”), party hereto (the “Shareholders”).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, each Shareholder desires to receive additional Voting Common Units of the Company (the “Exchanged Units”) in the amount(s) set forth with respect to such Shareholder on Exhibit A attached hereto in exchange for contributing, assigning, conveying, transferring and delivering to the Company, all of the shares of capital stock of Fathom California owned by such Shareholder as set forth on Exhibit A hereto (the “Contributed Shares”), such exchange intended to qualify as a tax-free exchange under Section 721 of the Internal Revenue Code;
WHEREAS, the Exchanged Units are issued pursuant to that certain Amended and Restated Company Agreement of the Company dated effective as of September 22, 2014, as amended (the “Operating Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, in exchange for the Contributed Shares, the Company desires to issue to each Shareholder the Exchanged Units set forth beside each Shareholder’s name on Exhibit A attached hereto.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises herein made, and in consideration of the representations, warranties, and covenants herein contained, the Company and each Shareholder hereby agree as set forth below.
Section 1. Agreement to Exchange Securities. Subject to the provisions of this Agreement, (a) each Shareholder agrees to contribute, assign, convey, transfer and deliver to the Company such Shareholder’s Contributed Shares as set forth on Exhibit A, and (b) in consideration for the contribution of such Shareholder’s Contributed Shares, the Company agrees to issue, exchange and deliver to each Shareholder such Shareholder’s Exchanged Units as set forth on Exhibit A.
Section 2. Closing. The delivery to the Shareholders of the Exchanged Units in exchange for the Contributed Shares shall take place at a closing (the “Closing”) on the date hereof at the offices of Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP.
(a) On or prior to the Closing, each Shareholder shall deliver to the Company:
(i) a counterpart to this Agreement duly executed by such Shareholder;
(ii) a spousal consent duly executed by the spouse of such Shareholder, if applicable; and
(iii) one or more certificates representing the number of Contributed Shares set forth on Exhibit A attached hereto with respect to such Shareholder duly endorsed in blank for transfer or accompanied by stock powers duly executed in blank, sufficient in form and substance to convey to the Company title to such Shareholder’s Contributed Shares (or an affidavit of lost certificate with respect to such Contributed Shares in form and substance reasonably satisfactory to the Company).
(b) On or prior to the Closing, the Company will deliver to each Shareholder a counterpart to this Agreement duly executed by the Company.
Section 3. Acknowledgement of Termination of Rights. The Shareholders hereby acknowledge and agree that upon receipt of the Exchanged Units all rights to any shares of Fathom California’s capital stock and any agreements related thereto will be terminated.
Section 4. Representations and Warranties of the Shareholders. Each Shareholder represents and warrants to the Company as follows:
(a) Each Shareholder has all requisite power, authority and legal capacity to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform such Shareholder’s obligations under this Agreement. None of the execution, delivery or performance by such Shareholder of this Agreement shall conflict with or violate any agreement, document, instrument or certificate to which such Shareholder is a party or by which such Shareholder is bound. None of the execution, delivery or performance by such Shareholder of this Agreement shall require the consent of, a waiver by or notification to any third party that has not been obtained or given.
(b) Each Shareholder has good and valid title to the Contributed Shares, free and clear of any and all liens, claims, encumbrances and rights of all others whomsoever.
(c) Each Shareholder understands that the Exchanged Units may not be sold, transferred or otherwise disposed of without registration under the 1933 Act or an exemption therefrom, and that in the absence of an effective registration statement covering the Exchanged Units or an available exemption from registration under the 1933 Act, the Exchanged Units must be held indefinitely. In particular, each Shareholder is aware that the Exchanged Units may not be sold pursuant to Rule 144 promulgated under the 1933 Act unless all of the conditions of that Rule are met. Each Shareholder understands that no public market now exists for any of the securities issued by the Company and that there is no assurance that a public market will ever exist for the Exchanged Units.
Section 5. Representations and Warranties of the Company. The Company hereby represents and warrants to the Shareholders as follows:
(a) The Company has all requisite power and authority to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform its obligations under this Agreement, including the issuance of the Exchanged Units pursuant to the Operating Agreement. None of the execution, delivery or performance by the Company of this Agreement shall conflict with or violate any agreement, document, instrument or certificate to which the Company is a party or by which the Company is bound. None of the execution, delivery or performance by the Company of this Agreement shall require the consent of, a waiver by or notification to any third party that has not been obtained or given.
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(b) All of the Exchanged Units to be issued to each Shareholder under this Agreement, when issued and delivered in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, will be duly authorized and validly issued, and free and clear of any and all liens, claims, encumbrances and rights of all others whomsoever, except as set forth in the Operating Agreement.
Section 4. Survival. All of the representations, warranties and agreements of the Shareholders set forth herein shall survive the execution and delivery of this Agreement.
Section 5. Transfer Provisions. The Shareholders and Company agree that the Shareholders will be subject to certain restrictions on their ability to transfer their respective Exchanged Units, each as described in the Operating Agreement. All transferees of Exchanged Units or any interest therein will receive and hold such Exchanged Units or interest subject to the provisions of this Agreement and the Operating Agreement. Any sale or transfer of the Exchanged Units shall be void unless the provisions of this Agreement are met.
Section 6. Assignment; Binding Effect; Third-Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns. Each of the Company’s affiliates is a third-party beneficiary under this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement to the contrary, nothing in this Agreement (other than as set forth in the immediately preceding sentence), express or implied, is intended to confer on any person other than the parties hereto or their respective heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assigns any rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities under or by reason of this Agreement.
Section 7. Entire Agreement. This Agreement and the Operating Agreement constitute the entire agreement among the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior agreements and understandings (oral and written) among the parties with respect thereto.
Section 8. Severability. Any term or provision of this Agreement which is invalid or unenforceable in any jurisdiction shall, as to that jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability without rendering invalid or unenforceable the remaining terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise affecting the validity or enforceability of any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement in any other jurisdiction. If any provision of this Agreement is so broad as to be unenforceable, the provision shall be interpreted to be only so broad as is enforceable.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been duly executed as of the date first above written.
FATHOM REALTY HOLDINGS LLC | ||
By: | /s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley, Manager |
[Signature Page to Contribution and Exchange Agreement]
SHAREHOLDERS: | |
/s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley | |
/s/ Glenn Sampson | |
Glenn Sampson |
[Signature Page to Contribution and Exchange Agreement]
Exhibit A
Contributed Shares
Shareholder | Common Stock of Fathom California | |||
Joshua Harley | 750 | |||
Glenn Sampson | 250 |
Exchanged Units
Shareholder | Voting Common Units of the Company | |||
Joshua Harley | 1,157,660 | |||
Glenn Sampson | 385,887 |
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Joshua Harley, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated August 31, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain shareholders of Fathom Realty Group Inc., a California corporation (the “Company”), and Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated August 31, 2018
Melissa Harley | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Melissa Harley | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 3608 Bahama Dr. | |
Plano, TX 75074 | ||
Exhibit 10.6
FATHOM REALTY HOLDINGS LLC
CONTRIBUTION AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT
This CONTRIBUTION AND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is dated as of September 4, 2018, by and between Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation (the “Company”), and the members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (“Fathom Holdings”), party hereto (the “Members”).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, each Member desires to receive Series B Common Stock of the Company (the “Exchanged Shares”) in the amount(s) set forth with respect to such Member on Exhibit A attached hereto in exchange for contributing, assigning, conveying, transferring and delivering to the Company, all of the membership interests of Fathom Holdings owned by such Member as set forth on Exhibit A hereto (the “Contributed Interests”), such exchange intended to qualify as a tax-free exchange under Section 351 of the Internal Revenue Code;
WHEREAS, the Contributed Interests are delivered in accordance with that certain Amended and Restated Company Agreement of the Company dated effective as of September 22, 2014, as amended (the “Operating Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, in exchange for the Contributed Interests, the Company desires to issue to each Member the Exchanged Shares set forth beside each Member’s name on Exhibit A attached hereto.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises herein made, and in consideration of the representations, warranties, and covenants herein contained, the Company and each Member hereby agree as set forth below.
Section 1. Agreement to Exchange Securities. Subject to the provisions of this Agreement, (a) each Member agrees to contribute, assign, convey, transfer and deliver to the Company such Member’s Contributed Interests as set forth on Exhibit A, and (b) in consideration for the contribution of such Member’s Contributed Interests, the Company agrees to issue, exchange and deliver to each Member such Member’s Exchanged Shares as set forth on Exhibit A.
Section 2. Closing. The delivery to the Members of the Exchanged Shares in exchange for the Contributed Interests shall take place at a closing (the “Closing”) on the date hereof at the offices of Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP.
(a) On or prior to the Closing, each Member shall deliver to the Company:
(i) | a counterpart to this Agreement duly executed by such Member; and |
(ii) | a spousal consent duly executed by the spouse of such Member, if applicable. |
(b) On or prior to the Closing, the Company will deliver to each Member:
(i) | a counterpart to this Agreement duly executed by the Company; and |
(ii) | a certificate to each Member representing such Member’s Exchanged Shares. |
Section 3. Acknowledgement of Termination of Rights. The Members hereby acknowledge and agree that upon receipt of the Exchanged Shares all rights to any direct ownership interest in Fathom Holdings and any agreements related thereto will be terminated with respect to the Members.
Section 4. Representations and Warranties of the Members. Each Member represents and warrants to the Company as follows:
(a) Each Member has all requisite power, authority and legal capacity to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform such Member’s obligations under this Agreement. None of the execution, delivery or performance by such Member of this Agreement shall conflict with or violate any agreement, document, instrument or certificate to which such Member is a party or by which such Member is bound. None of the execution, delivery or performance by such Member of this Agreement shall require the consent of, a waiver by or notification to any third party that has not been obtained or given.
(b) Each Member has good and valid title to the Contributed Interests, free and clear of any and all liens, claims, encumbrances and rights of all others whomsoever, except as set forth in the Operating Agreement.
(c) Each Member understands that the Exchanged Shares may not be sold, transferred or otherwise disposed of without registration under the 1933 Act or an exemption therefrom, and that in the absence of an effective registration statement covering the Exchanged Shares or an available exemption from registration under the 1933 Act, the Exchanged Shares must be held indefinitely. In particular, each Member is aware that the Exchanged Shares may not be sold pursuant to Rule 144 promulgated under the 1933 Act unless all of the conditions of that Rule are met. Each Member understands that no public market now exists for any of the securities issued by the Company and that there is no assurance that a public market will ever exist for the Exchanged Shares.
Section 5. Representations and Warranties of the Company. The Company hereby represents and warrants to the Members as follows:
(a) The Company has all requisite power and authority to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform its obligations under this Agreement, including the issuance of the Exchanged Shares. None of the execution, delivery or performance by the Company of this Agreement shall conflict with or violate any agreement, document, instrument or certificate to which the Company is a party or by which the Company is bound. None of the execution, delivery or performance by the Company of this Agreement shall require the consent of, a waiver by or notification to any third party that has not been obtained or given.
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(b) All of the Exchanged Shares to be issued to each Member under this Agreement, when issued and delivered in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, will be duly authorized and validly issued, and free and clear of any and all liens, claims, encumbrances and rights of all others whomsoever.
Section 4. Survival. All of the representations, warranties and agreements of the Members set forth herein shall survive the execution and delivery of this Agreement.
Section 5. Transfer Provisions. The Members and Company agree that the Members will be subject to certain restrictions on their ability to transfer their respective Exchanged Shares. All transferees of Exchanged Shares or any interest therein will receive and hold such Exchanged Shares subject to the provisions of this Agreement. Any sale or transfer of the Exchanged Shares shall be void unless the provisions of this Agreement are met.
Section 6. Assignment; Binding Effect; Third-Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns. Each of the Company’s affiliates is a third-party beneficiary under this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement to the contrary, nothing in this Agreement (other than as set forth in the immediately preceding sentence), express or implied, is intended to confer on any person other than the parties hereto or their respective heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assigns any rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities under or by reason of this Agreement.
Section 7. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement among the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings (oral and written) among the parties with respect thereto.
Section 8. Severability. Any term or provision of this Agreement which is invalid or unenforceable in any jurisdiction shall, as to that jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability without rendering invalid or unenforceable the remaining terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise affecting the validity or enforceability of any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement in any other jurisdiction. If any provision of this Agreement is so broad as to be unenforceable, the provision shall be interpreted to be only so broad as is enforceable.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been duly executed as of the date first above written.
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC. | ||
By: | /s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley, President |
[Signature Page to Contribution and Exchange Agreement]
MEMBERS: | |
/s/ Joshua Harley | |
Joshua Harley | |
/s/ Glenn Sampson | |
Glenn Sampson | |
/s/ Sean Varin | |
Sean Varin | |
/s/ Bruce Ives | |
Bruce Ives | |
/s/ Sherry Riano | |
Sherry Riano | |
/s/ Jack Sherman | |
Jack Sherman | |
/s/ Marco Fregenal | |
Marco Fregenal | |
/s/ Glenn Astolfi | |
Glenn Astolfi |
[Signature Page to Contribution and Exchange Agreement]
Exhibit A
Contributed Interests
Contributed Interests of Fathom Realty Holdings | ||||||||||||||||
Member |
Voting Common
Units |
Nonvoting
Common Units |
Preferred Units | Total Units | ||||||||||||
Joshua Harley | 11,810,526 | 0 | 1,157,660 | 12,968,186 | ||||||||||||
Glenn Sampson | 4,031,511 | 0 | 385,887 | 6,993,253 | ||||||||||||
Sean Varin | 133,583 | 0 | 0 | 133,583 | ||||||||||||
Bruce Ives | 133,583 | 0 | 0 | 133,583 | ||||||||||||
Sherry Riano | 37,615 | 0 | 0 | 37,615 | ||||||||||||
Jack Sherman | 31,350 | 0 | 0 | 31,350 | ||||||||||||
Marco Fregenal | 0 | 2,495,584 | 0 | 2,495,584 | ||||||||||||
Glenn Astolfi | 44,955 | 0 | 0 | 44,955 |
Exchanged Shares
Member | Series B Common Stock of the Company | |||
Joshua Harley | 41,107,948 | |||
Glenn Sampson | 22,167,964 | |||
Sean Varin | 423,446 | |||
Bruce Ives | 423,446 | |||
Sherry Riano | 119,236 | |||
Jack Sherman | 99,377 | |||
Marco Fregenal | 7,910,770 | |||
Glenn Astolfi | 142,503 |
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Joshua Harley, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
Melissa Harley | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Melissa Harley | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 3608 Bahama Dr. | |
Plano, TX 75074 | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Glenn Sampson, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
Jean P. Sampson | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Jean P. Sampson | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 3520 Bahama Drive | |
Plano, TX 75074 | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Sean Varin, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4 , 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September _4__, 2018
Leticia Varin | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Leticia Varin | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 139 Shasta Drive | |
Hickory Creek, TX 75065 | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Bruce Ives, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
Kathleen Ives | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Kathleen Ives | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 111 Hidden Valley Airpark | |
Shady Shores, TX 76208 | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Sherry Riano, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
R. Riano | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ R. Riano | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Jack Sherman, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
Evelyn Sherman | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Evelyn Sherman | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Marco Fregenal, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
Renée C. Fregenal | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Renée C. Fregenal | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 3108 Megwood Court | |
Apex, NC 27539 | ||
SPOUSAL CONSENT
The undersigned, being the spouse of Glenn R. Astolfi, who is a party to that certain Contribution and Exchange Agreement dated September 4, 2018 (the “Contribution Agreement”), by and among certain members of Fathom Realty Holdings LLC, a Texas limited liability company (the “Company”), and Fathom Holdings Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereby consents to (i) the execution of the Contribution Agreement by his or her spouse, (ii) any agreements, consents and transactions contemplated thereunder to which his or her spouse is a party or signatory, and (iii) the performance by his or her spouse of such obligations under the Contribution Agreement.
Further, the undersigned hereby acknowledges the existence of the Contribution Agreement and his or her agreement to bind to the terms of the Contribution Agreement his or her community property and/or quasi-community property interest, if any, in any of the membership interests in the Company owned by his or her spouse; provided, however, that nothing contained in this provision is intended to, nor shall be deemed to, confer or create any community property and/or quasi-community property interest in such membership interests upon the undersigned.
Dated September 4, 2018
Pamela J. Astolfi | |
[Spouse's Name] | |
/s/ Pamela J. Astolfi | |
[Spouse Signature] |
Address: | 314 Montclair Dr. | |
Apex, NC 27502 | ||
Exhibit 10.7
FATHOM REALTY |
Corporate Address: 211 New Edition Ct. |
Cary, NC 27511 | www.FathomRealty.com |
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
Agent’s Name: | ||||
Market Center Name: | Fathom Realty - | |||
Agreement Date: |
1. | Engagement |
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Agent and Broker identified above. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Broker engages Agent as an independent contractor regarding the purchase and sale of real estate within that certain defined region and/or office, hereinafter referred to as the “Market Center.” Agent hereby acknowledges and accepts such independent contractor engagement with Broker and represents that he/she is a licensed Real Estate Agent within the state the Market Center is located.
2. | Independent Contractor |
The parties acknowledge and agree that Agent is an Independent Contractor and shall always be serving as an independent contractor to the Broker and shall not be deemed an employee or Agent of the Broker. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to, or shall be deemed to, constitute a partnership or joint venture between the parties. Agent solely determines his/her working hours, clients, marketing, and sales methods. Agent shall have no claim against the Broker for vacation pay, sick leave, retirement benefits, social security, worker’s compensation, health or disability benefits, unemployment insurance benefits, or employee benefits of any kind.
Agent has no authority to incur obligations on the behalf of Broker or in Broker’s name and shall not sign any contract, agreement, lease or note in the name of Broker, open or maintain a bank account or investment account in the name of Broker, nor endorse for collection or deposit in Agent’s personal account any check, money order or other negotiable instrument made payable to Broker.
3. | Company Policies |
The Agent agrees to review and comply with all Fathom Realty company policies. The Fathom Realty Policy Manual is readily accessible on the Fathom Wiki (www.FathomWiki.com) and subject to change without notice.
4. | Licensed Agent |
The Agent certifies that at the time of signing this agreement and the duration of this agreement he/she has an active real estate license in the Fathom market center they wish to join and practice real estate.
5. | Tax Withholding |
The Broker will not be obliged to withhold federal, state, local payroll or any other taxes from any payment made to Agent or to any other person hereunder, whether such payment is to be made in cash or other property. Agent shall be solely responsible for the collection and payment of all taxes attributable to payments Agent receives pursuant to this Agreement.
6. | Term and Termination |
The term of this Agreement shall be effective upon the date of execution and continue until either party elects to terminate this Agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, at any time. Notification of termination must be provided to the Company in writing to Agent Services (agentservices@fathomrealty.com) immediately to ensure compliance with state and local advertising rules and to ensure accuracy in the processing of outstanding dues/fees. Failure to send notification in writing may result in Agent continuing to be charged fees/dues. In the event of termination, the parties shall be held to the continuing rights or obligations of either Agent or Broker under this Agreement.
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Agent’s Initials |
Upon the termination of this Agreement, Broker shall release and allow Agent to transfer all solo listings, buyer representations, not currently under contract that Agent originated. For listings and agency contracts shared with other real estate agents located within Market Center, such listings and agency contracts shall remain with the Market Center. All listings, seller representations and buyer representations under contract at the time of Agent termination shall remain with the Market Center. However, Agent shall receive his/her commission upon the sale and closing of such real estate pursuant to the terms of the commission split policies as expressly stated on the Schedule A.
Upon termination of the Agreement, any pending transactions will be funded per the existing transaction fees as described in the Schedule A Agent has signed, including but not limited to: the Annual Fee and transaction fees, as well as a one-time $50 documentation fee.
Upon termination of this Agreement, Agent authorizes Broker to deduct any outstanding amounts due and owed by Agent to Broker, including but not limited to the Annual Fee, transaction fees, participation fees, commission splits, insurance premiums, and Market Center property not returned to the Market Center within 10 business days or other business-related expenses.
7. | Exclusivity |
During the term of this Agreement, Agent agrees to list all of his/her real estate listings and all of his/her real estate transactions located within the Market Center under the Fathom Realty name. This clause pertains to the conduct of all real estate transactions with the exception of Property Management. Agents are not permitted to perform Property Management functions as a service to clients/customers under Fathom Realty. Violation of this exclusivity requirement is grounds for immediate separation.
8. | Listing Syndication |
Fathom Realty reserves the right to syndicate, broadcast, and publish all listings in an Internet Data Exchange (IDX) compliant manner. This may include publishing listings to company owned and third party websites.
9. | Code of Conduct |
Agent acknowledges and agrees to abide by all codes of conduct, conflict of interest policies, and minimum business standards as set forth by Fathom Realty, Broker, and each professional trade organization that Agent and Broker is a member. Agent shall comply with all local, state and federal laws. Agent agrees not to act, conduct himself/herself, make any verbal or non-verbal statement or maintain any association that may damage Fathom Realty or Broker, its name, goodwill, trademarks, and reputation or cause the public to lose confidence in the Fathom Realty or Broker.
10. | Conflicts of Interest |
Agent hereby covenants and agrees that during the term of this Agreement, Agent shall not engage or participate in any activities which conflict with the interests and activities of the Broker; engage in developing, managing, providing or marketing of services comparable to that marketed by the Broker within the Market Center (the “Restricted Area”). (a). Agents are permitted to work as a Loan Officer while affiliated with Fathom Realty, however it is not permitted to represent a party to the transaction while performing loan officer functions. (b). Agents are permitted to sell his/her own property including but not limited to when the Agent’s name, Agent's spouse’s name, spouse’s company name, Agent’s company name and/or Agent’s trust name is on the title. This also includes common interest. However, due to increased liability, certain restrictions apply. See Schedule A (attached). (c). Agents are not permitted to sell a business and/or contents of a business. (d). Upon the termination of this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement shall prohibit either party from performing like or similar services for any other person or entity.
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Agent’s Initials |
11. | Compensation |
The parties agree to the compensation structure as set forth in the Schedule A (attached). Agent acknowledges that Broker retains sole discretion to amend the Schedule A. Agent’s compensation shall be payable for closed transactions only. Agent shall not draw or borrow against any compensation payment from Broker. Agent authorizes Broker to deduct any outstanding amounts due and owed by Agent to Broker or other entity, including but not limited to the Annual Fee, participation fees, commission splits, transaction fees, insurance premiums, other business-related expenses, irrevocable commission disbursement instructions from a commission advance company, and local, state, and federal child support and/or tax orders that order the garnishment of wages. When an Agent is past due in amounts owed to Fathom or other entity, all compensation to Agents will be paid through the Market Center.
Agent shall be solely responsible for all of his/her own business expenses, including but not limited to, real estate license fees, occupational taxes, association dues, insurance, transportation, business cards, yard signs, brochures (and other marketing materials), business entertainment costs, and specific fees assessed by Fathom Realty for access to the Fathom Realty Intranet and e-mail system and other expense incident to the conduct of his/her services as an Agent (collectively, “Transaction Fees”).
Agent is responsible to pay all fees in full as set forth in the Schedule A (attached) even if they elect to discount the fees collected from a client/customer for a limited service listing or offer otherwise agreed upon discounts to the client/customer.
Per company policy, the Agent is responsible for uploading all transactional paperwork within 48 hours of execution date. Agent is responsible for submitting the transaction for review and approval at least 3 to 5 business days prior to closing. Failing to submit paperwork in accordance with company policy is a violation and may result in a delay in closing, the processing of commission disbursements, and/or result is all compensation being paid through the Market Center. Continued disregard of adhering to company policies may result in Agent termination.
12. | Professional Liability Insurance |
Fathom Realty provides Professional Liability Insurance, also known as Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance, covering errors and omissions incident to the professional services real estate sales associate customarily provides. Agent is responsible to pay a premium to Broker which is factored into the Annual Fee and/or monthly dues stated on the Schedule A. The premium will ensure his/her coverage over his/her real estate transactions. The policy has a deductible per transaction that will be covered by the company in the event of a claim except in certain cases (i.e., fraud, commercial environmental issues, and transactions in which the Sales Associate acted as a principal or property manager.) The Agent is welcome to obtain additional coverage including individual E&O Insurance and/or an umbrella insurance policy that will provide additional protection. For occurrences not covered by such E&O insurance and for liability arising from Agent’s gross negligence, negligence (unintentional) and/or violation of any law, regulation or standard of conduct, Agent agrees to indemnify and hold Broker and Fathom Realty harmless from and against the date the incident or omission that gave rise to the liability occurred.
E&O insurance will not cover transactions that are closed without District Director approval and without a Commission Disbursement Authorization (CDA) approved by the Fathom Compliance Department (prior to closing). In addition to voiding E&O insurance coverage, the Agent will be subjected to a $500 fine for repeat offenses.
13. | Risk Management Fees |
Risk Management Fees are fees paid by the Agent on transactions deemed to incur higher risk to the Agent and the Firm per our E&O insurance policy. The fees are levied to help offset the higher cost of the insurance policy.
Risk Management fees apply on the following types of transactions including, but not limited to: High Value Properties, Transactions in which the Agent is representing both the buyer and seller in the same transaction OR when both parties in a transaction do not have exclusive representation by different unrelated agents, and the Sale of Personal Real Estate. Risk Management Fee are outlined in the Schedule A (attached).
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14. | Limited Trademark License |
During the term of this Agreement, Broker grants Agent a limited license to use the Fathom Realty service mark on his/ her marketing materials, yards signs, business cards, letterhead and other business forms. Agent shall obtain the prior approval by Broker and Fathom Realty regarding such use of the Fathom Realty service mark. Upon the termination of this Agreement, Agent shall be prohibited from using the Fathom Realty service mark. Agent shall immediately destroy all marketing materials, business cards, letterhead and business forms that affiliate Agent with Fathom Realty.
15. | Confidentiality |
Each party acknowledges that it will receive confidential information and trade secrets (“Confidential Information”) from the other party in the course of performing the real estate services. The Confidential Information shall be deemed to include all the information one party receives from the other, except anything designated as not confidential. During the term of this Agreement, Agent will have access to and become acquainted with confidential, propriety, business and private information relating to the Broker and its customers, including but not limited to current and prospective client lists and past transactions. Agent agrees that during the term of this Agreement and for twelve (12) months thereafter, Agent shall not disclose any such confidential information, directly or indirectly, or use the same in any manner whatsoever, except as required in connection with Agent’s performance under this Agreement.
16. | Non-Disclosure Agreements |
Agent hereby represents and warrants that he/she has and, as of the date of acceptance, he/she will have and will (and does hereby) assign and transfer to the Broker, the right to prevent unauthorized disclosures concerning Fathom Realty, the Market Center, its client and prospective client database, business practices, software and confidential information by past or present agents or employees of, independent contractors of, agents of, or consultants to, Agent or any other persons or entities to whom Agent has or shall have communicated Confidential Information regarding the same. Agent agrees to avoid and prevent, and to take such action as the Broker may reasonably request to prevent, any and all disclosures of any confidential information relating to Fathom Realty, the Market Center, its client and prospective client database, business practices, software and confidential information which have not been specifically authorized in writing by the Broker.
17. | Non-Solicitation |
Agent hereby expressly covenants and agrees, that, at no time during the term of this Agreement, and for a period of twelve (12) months immediately following the termination of this Agreement, whether said termination is occasioned by the Broker, Agent or the mutual agreement of said parties, will Agent directly or indirectly for himself/herself, or in behalf of any other person, persons, firm, partnership, corporation, Broker or other entity (i) call upon any customer or customers provided to Agent by the Broker, who was a customer of the Broker during the term of this Independent Contractor Agreement, for the purpose of soliciting, selling and otherwise marketing any service similar to services offered by the Broker, nor (ii) solicit, divert or take away any such customers of Broker, nor (iii) contact, or assist any person in contacting, or discuss with any employee or current independent contractor of the Broker or any former employee or independent contractor of the Broker whose employment or term ended within three (3) months prior to, or at any time after, the termination of Agent’s independent contractor agreement, with respect to offering any such employee or independent contractor, employment or engagement with any person.
18. | Indemnification |
Agent agrees to indemnify and hold Broker and Fathom Realty harmless from and against all liability that Broker or Fathom Realty incurs or suffers on account of Agent’s intentional disregard or breach of any law, regulation or standard of conduct that applies to Agent’s actions or activities as a licensed real estate sales associate. Furthermore, Agent shall indemnify Broker and hold it harmless from any loss, claim or damage to persons or property, arising out of this Agreement or the services provided, including attorneys’ fees, to the extent that such loss, claim or damage is caused by the intentional acts of Agent or from Agent’s breach of any term of this Agreement. This indemnity survives any termination of this Agreement.
19. | Representations |
(a). Agent represents that he/she is duly licensed as a real estate agent in the State that Market Center is located and is able to perform with all legal rights and authority granted therein.
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(b). Agent is not now, and has not been within the last five (5) years, a defendant in any lawsuit alleging professional misconduct or violation of any deceptive trade practices/consumer protection law, nor is Agent currently subject to an investigation by a real estate commission or comparable oversight body, nor was Agent found in violation of a real estate commission or comparable oversight body. In the event the Agent cannot represent this, then the details of this must be disclosed in writing and attached as an Addendum to this Agent Agreement.
(c). Agent expressly represents and warrants that Agent is free to associate with Broker and that Agent is not bound by a non-compete, promise or commitment to any other real estate Broker, agency, association, firm, broker, person or corporation that prohibits or prevents Agent from associating with Fathom Realty.
(d). As an independent contractor, Agent acknowledges that whether he/she earns income as a real estate agent is solely based upon him/her. Agent acknowledges that neither Broker nor Fathom Realty made any representations regarding income, guaranteed or otherwise.
(e). Broker represents to Agent that Broker or Broker’s Operating Principal is duly licensed as a real estate broker in the state in which the Market Center is located.
20. | Miscellaneous Provisions |
(a). Severability: In the event that any term or condition contained herein is held to be invalid or enforceable, all remaining terms and conditions shall remain unaffected and shall continue to inure to the benefit of and to be binding upon the parties hereto.
(b). Modification of Agreement: No Waiver or modification of this Agreement or of any covenant, condition, or limitation herein contained shall be valid unless in writing and duly executed by both parties, and no evidence of any waiver or modification shall be offered or received in evidence in any proceeding, arbitration, or litigation between the parties hereto arising out of or affecting this Agreement, or the rights or obligations of the parties hereunder, unless such waiver or modification is in writing and duly executed by both parties. The parties further agree that the provisions of this Section may not be waived except as herein set forth.
(c). Other Agreements: This Agreement contains the complete agreement between the parties and shall, as of the effective date hereof, supersede all other agreement between the parties. The parties stipulate that neither of them has made any representation with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement or the execution and delivery hereof except such representations as are specifically set forth herein. Each of the parties hereto acknowledges that they have relied on their own judgment in entering into this Agreement. The parties acknowledge and agree that they have been informed of their respective right to seek independent legal counsel and did in fact, have a reasonable opportunity to retain independent representation. The parties acknowledge having either obtained such independent counsel or having waived their right to the same.
(d). Forbearance-No Waiver: Forbearance or neglect on the part of either party to insist upon strict compliance with the terms of this Agreement shall not be construed as or constitute a waiver thereof.
(e). Choice of Law: It is the intention of the parties hereto that this Agreement and the performances hereunder and all suits and special proceedings hereunder be construed in accordance with and pursuant to the laws of the State of Texas. The parties agree that any suit, action or proceeding for the enforcement of this Agreement shall be brought in the State or Federal Courts in the State of Texas, County of Dallas and the parties consent to the jurisdiction, forum and venue of such courts.
(f). Counterparts: This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original but all of which together will constitute one and the same instrument.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Agreement to be made effective as of the day and year last written below.
AGENT’S PRINTED NAME: | TODAY’S DATE: | ||||
AGENT’S SIGNATURE: | |||||
REAL ESTATE LICENSE NO.: | SOCIAL SECURITY NO.: | ||||
HOME STREET ADDRESS: | |||||
CITY: | STATE: | ZIP: | |||
CELL PHONE: | EMAIL: | ||||
AUTHORIZED BY:
PRINTED NAME: |
Josh Harley | ||||
AUTHORIZED BY:
SIGNATURE: |
/s/ Josh Harley | ||||
CORPORATE ADRESS: | 211 New Edition Ct. | ||||
CITY: | Cary | STATE: | NC | ZIP: | 27511 |
OFFICE PHONE: | 877-661-1977 | ||||
OFFICE EMAIL: | support@fathomrealty.com |
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Exhibit 10.8
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA | COMMERCIAL LEASE AGREEMENT |
WAKE COUNTY |
This Commercial Lease Agreement (“Lease”) is made and effective the 12th day of October 2015, by and between Powell Commonwealth Associates, LLC, A North Carolina limited liability company (hereinafter “Landlord”) and Fathom Realty, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company (hereinafter “Tenant”).
Landlord is the owner of land and improvements commonly known and numbered as 211 New Edition Court, Cary, NC 27511 (“Leased Premises”) and legally described as shown on Exhibit “A” attached hereto (the “Building”). Landlord desires to lease the Leased Premises to Tenant (as described in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference), and Tenant desires to lease the Leased Premises from Landlord for the term, the rental rate and upon the covenants, conditions and provisions herein set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the rents paid, and agreed to be paid, and the mutual promises herein contained, and other good and valuable consideration, the adequacy of the consideration being acknowledged by all parties, it is agreed:
1. Term.
A. Landlord hereby leases the Leased Premises “as-is” to Tenant, and Tenant hereby leases and accepts the same from Landlord “as-is”, for an “Initial Term” beginning December 1, 2015 and ending November 30, 2020. Landlord shall use its best efforts to give Tenant possession as nearly as possible at the beginning of the Lease term. If Landlord is unable to timely provide the Leased Premises, rent shall abate for the period of delay. Tenant shall make no other claim against Landlord for any such delay.
B. Tenant may renew the Lease for one extended term of five (5) years. Tenant shall exercise such renewal option, if at all, by giving written notice to Landlord not less than one hundred fifty (150) days prior to the expiration of the Initial Term. The renewal term shall be at the rental set forth below and otherwise upon the same covenants, conditions and provisions as provided in this Lease.
2. Rental, Limited Option to Purchase, and First Right of Refusal.
A. Tenant shall pay to Landlord during the Initial Term rental of Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty Five and No/100 Dollars ($2,625.00) per month. Each installment payment shall be due in advance on the first day of each calendar month during the lease term, beginning January 1, 2016, to Landlord at 102 Sylvan Grove, Cary, NC 27518 or at such other place designated by written notice from Landlord to Tenant. The rental payment amount for any partial calendar months included in the lease term shall be prorated on a daily basis. Tenant shall also pay to Landlord a “Security Deposit” in the amount of one month’s rent, said amount equal to Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty Five and No/100 Dollars ($2,625.00). If any rental payment is not received by midnight on the fifth (5th) day after it is due, Tenant shall pay a late payment fee of $131.25, which constitutes 5% of the total monthly rental amount. This late payment fee shall be due immediately without demand therefore and shall be added to and paid with the late rental payment. Tenant also agrees to pay a $25 processing fee for each check of Tenant that is returned by the financial institution for any reason.
B. The rental rate shall increase by three (3%) percent annually during the Initial Term. The rental rate for any renewal lease term, if created as permitted under this Lease, shall also increase three (3%) percent annually above the rental amount in effect at the expiration of the Initial Term as described herein.
C. If, within one hundred eighty (180) days following the beginning of the Lease Term, Tenant or members of an LLC comprised of the principals of Tenant, desires to purchase the Property (as defined in Exhibit “A” attached hereto) from Landlord, Landlord and Tenant agree that the purchase price of the Property shall be Three Hundred Thirty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($330,000.00). If Tenant does not purchase the Property from Landlord within the one hundred eighty (180) day period following the beginning of the Lease Term, Tenant shall have the right to purchase the Property (as defined in Exhibit “A” attached hereto) from Landlord for a period of one (1) year following the beginning of the Lease Term, but no more than one hundred eighty five (185) days after the expiration of the initial one hundred eighty (180) days, for Three Hundred Thirty Nine Thousand Five Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($339,500.00).
1) If, at any time after the beginning of the Lease Term, Landlord: (i) desires to offer to sell the Property (as defined in Exhibit “A” attached hereto); (ii) receives a bona fide offer to purchase the Property from a bona fide third party or (iii) makes a bona fide offer to sell the Property to a third party, such offer or offers shall be subject to Tenant's rights under this paragraph (the bona fide third party Offeror, offeree or purchaser individually or collectively are referred to hereinafter as the “Third Party Purchaser”). In the event the Third Party Purchaser makes or accepts any of the aforesaid conditional offer(s) to purchase the Property (in such case hereinafter referred to as the “Third Party Offer”) and Landlord desires to accept such offer, Landlord, before accepting the Third Party Offer and entering into a contract with the Third Party Purchaser shall send Tenant one (1) copy of a contract for the sale of the Property (collectively the “Contract”) embodying the terms of the Third Party Offer. The Contract shall have been duly executed by Landlord together with a written notification from Landlord to Tenant setting forth Landlord’s intention to make or accept the Third Party Offer. In the event the Contract is not accepted by Tenant in accordance with the terms of this paragraph (the date of Tenant’s receipt of such Contract and notification being hereinafter referred to as the “Notice Date”), for a period of ten (10) days after the Notice Date (such period hereinafter referred to as the “Election Period”) Tenant shall have the right to notify Landlord of its intent to purchase the Property on the terms and conditions set forth in the Contract. In the event Tenant notifies Landlord that it desires to purchase the Property pursuant to the terms of the Contract, then Tenant shall have an additional fifteen (15) day period from the Notice Date to execute the Contract and consummate the purchase of the Property in accordance with the terms of such contract (such period being hereinafter referred to the “Exercise Period”).
2) If Tenant does not choose to exercise its rights to purchase the Property during the Exercise Period upon the terms and conditions embodied in the Contract, then Landlord’s offer to Tenant shall be deemed withdrawn, and Landlord shall be free for a period of ninety (90) days (the “Release Period”) from the expiration of the Exercise Period to sell or offer to sell the Property free and clear of the terms and conditions of this Right of First Refusal to any third party purchaser on terms not less favorable to Landlord than those set forth in the Contract. In the event the Property is not sold to such third party within the Release Period, then any future offers to sell the Property or any part thereof must first be submitted to Tenant in accordance with the provisions of Paragraph C above.
3) In the event Landlord shall, during the Release Period (or during a subsequent ninety (90) day period as provided in this paragraph), propose to revise the terms of an existing agreement to sell the Property to a Third Party Purchaser, Tenant shall be entitled to receive notification of such revised or new Third Party Offer (the “New Offer”). In such case, Landlord shall offer to sell the Property to Tenant on the terms contained in the then current New Offer before taking any other action to accept or enter into a contract with respect to the New Offer. The terms of the New Offer shall be embodied in a new contract for the sale of the Property, which shall be submitted to Tenant in accordance with the requirements of Paragraph C above. Tenant shall have the same rights with respect to the New Offer as it would have with respect to a Third Party Offer as set forth in Paragraph C above. If Tenant shall not accept the New Offer within period of its receipt of the requisite written notification and one copy of a new contract (the “New Contract”) as set forth Paragraph C above, then Landlord may offer to sell the Property on terms not less favorable to Landlord than those contained in the New Offer free and clear of the terms and conditions of this Right of First Refusal. Provided, however, that in the event the Property (or such part thereof) is not sold to a Third Party Purchaser within the aforesaid ninety (90) day period, then Landlord must notify Tenant and submit to them any further offers with respect to the Property in accordance with the provisions of Paragraph C above.
3. Use
Notwithstanding the forgoing, Tenant shall not use the Leased Premises for the purposes of storing, manufacturing or selling any explosives, flammables or other inherently dangerous substance, chemical, thing or device and shall only use them for a professional office use.
4. Sublease and Assignment.
Tenant shall have the right without Landlord’s consent, to assign this Lease to a corporation with which Tenant may merge or consolidate, to any subsidiary of Tenant, to any corporation under common control with Tenant, or to a purchaser of substantially all of Tenant’s assets. Except as set forth above, Tenant shall not sublease all or any part of the Leased Premises, or assign this Lease in whole or in part without Landlord’s consent, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
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5. Repairs.
During the Lease term, Tenant shall make necessary repairs to the Leased Premises, not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00) per annum. Repairs shall include, but not be limited to, such items as routine repairs of floors, walls, ceilings, light fixtures, plumbing and other parts of the Leased Premises damaged or worn through normal occupancy, but shall exclude the roof, parking lot and/or common area(s). Tenant is responsible for filling holes in walls and wood and painting where Tenant has hung pictures, maps, etc. during their tenure. Landlord shall be responsible for the maintenance and repair of the HVAC units if maintenance and repairs exceeds five hundred dollars ($500.00) and Commonwealth Exchange Office Condominium Association shall be solely responsible for the maintenance of the exterior of the building, including the roof, parking lot and/or common area(s).
6. Alterations and Improvements.
Tenant, at Tenant’s expense, shall have the right, following Landlord’s written consent, to remodel, redecorate, and make additions, improvements and replacements of and to all or any part of the Leased Premises from time to time as Tenant may deem desirable, provided the same are made in a workmanlike manner and utilizing good quality materials and meet any current National, State and Municipal building codes. Tenant shall have the right to place and install personal property, trade fixtures, equipment and other temporary installations in and upon the Leased Premises, and fasten the same to the premises. All personal property, equipment, machinery, trade fixtures and temporary installations, whether acquired by Tenant at the commencement of the Lease term or placed or installed on the Leased Premises by Tenant thereafter, shall remain Tenant’s property free and clear of any claim by Landlord. Tenant shall have the right to remove the same at any time during the term of this Lease provided that any and all damage to the Leased Premises caused by such removal shall be repaired by Tenant at Tenant’s expense.
7. Property Taxes.
Landlord shall pay, prior to delinquency, all general real estate taxes and installments of special assessments coming due during the Lease term on the Leased Premises, and all personal property taxes with respect to Landlord’s personal property, if any, on the Leased Premises, Tenant shall be responsible for paying all personal property taxes with respect to Tenant’s personal property at the Leased Premises. Landlord shall also be solely responsible for any and all Commonwealth Exchange Office Condominium Association dues and assessments.
8. Insurance.
A. If the Leased Premises, or any other party of the Building, is damaged by fire or other casualty resulting from any act or negligence of Tenant or any of Tenant’s agents, employees or invitees, rent shall not be diminished or abated while such damages are under repair, and Tenant shall be responsible for the costs of repair not covered by insurance.
B. Landlord shall maintain fire and extended coverage insurance on the Building and the Leased Premises in such amounts as Landlord shall deem appropriate. Tenant shall be responsible, at its expense, for fire and extended coverage insurance on all of its personal property, including removable trade fixtures, located in the Leased Premises.
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C. Tenant shall maintain a policy or policies of comprehensive general liability insurance with respect to the respective activities of Tenant in the Building with the premiums thereon fully paid on or before due date, issued by and binding upon some insurance company approved by Landlord, such insurance to afford minimum protection of not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit coverage of bodily injury, property damage or combination thereof. Landlord shall be listed as an additional insured on Tenant’s policy or policies of comprehensive general liability insurance, and Tenant shall provide Landlord with current Certificates of Insurance evidencing Tenant’s compliance with this Paragraph. Tenant shall obtain the agreement of Tenant’s insurers to notify Landlord that a policy is due to expire at least (10) days prior to such expiration. Landlord shall not be required to maintain insurance against thefts within the Leased Premises or the Building.
9. Utilities.
Tenant shall be responsible for placing all utilities, including but not limited to, telephone, internet, electricity, natural gas, cable or other utilities Tenant deems advisable to have service the Lease Premises, in Tenant’s name no later than the commencement date of December 1, 2015 and Tenant shall be solely responsible for paying all charges for said utilities used by Tenant on the Leased Premises during the term of this Lease unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing by Landlord. Tenant acknowledges that the Leased Premises are designed to provide standard office use electrical facilities and standard office lighting. Tenant shall not use any equipment or devices that utilize excessive electrical energy or which may, in Landlord’s reasonable opinion, overload the wiring or interfere with electrical services to other tenants.
10. Entry.
Landlord shall have the right to enter upon the Leased Premises at reasonable hours to inspect the same, provided Landlord shall not thereby unreasonably interfere with Tenant’s business on the Leased Premises.
11. Parking.
During the term of this Lease, Tenant shall have the non-exclusive use in common with Landlord, other tenants of the Building, their guests and invitees, of the non-reserved common automobile parking areas, driveways, and footways, subject to rules and regulations for the use thereof as prescribed from time to time by Landlord or by Commonwealth Exchange Office Condominium Association.
12. Building Rules.
Tenant will comply with the rules of the Building adopted and altered by Landlord from time to time and will cause all of its agents, employees, invitees and visitors to do so; all changes to such rules will be sent by Landlord to Tenant in writing. The initial rules for the Building are attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and incorporated herein for all purposes.
13. Damage and Destruction.
Subject to Section 8 A. above, if the Leased Premises or any part thereof or any appurtenance thereto is so damaged by fire, casualty or structural defects that the same cannot be used for Tenant’s purposes, then Tenant shall have the right within ninety (90) days following damage to elect by notice to Landlord to terminate this Lease as of the date of such damage. In the event of minor damage to any part of the Leased Premises as the result of fire, and if such damage does not render the Leased Premises unusable for Tenant’s purposes. Landlord shall promptly repair such damage at the cost of the Landlord, so long as the damage was through no fault of Tenant. In making the repairs called for in this paragraph, Landlord shall not be liable for any delays resulting from strikes, governmental restrictions, inability to obtain necessary materials or labor or other matters which are beyond the reasonable control of Landlord. Tenant shall be relieved from paying rent and other charges during any portion of the Lease term that the Leased Premises are inoperable or unfit for occupancy, or use, in whole or in part, for Tenant’s purposes. Rentals and other charges paid in advance for any such periods shall be credited on the next ensuing payments, if any, but if no further payments are to be made, any such advance payments shall be refunded to Tenant. The provisions of this paragraph extend not only to the matters aforesaid, but also to any occurrence which is beyond Tenant’s reasonable control and which renders the Leased Premises, or any appurtenance thereto, inoperable or unfit for occupancy or use, in whole or in part, for Tenant’s purposes.
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14. Default.
Any lease payment, postmarked more than five (5) days past the due date, shall be considered as default by Tenant under the terms and conditions of this Lease. If said default shall continue for fifteen (15) days after written notice thereof shall have been given to Tenant by Landlord, or if default shall be made in any of the other covenants or conditions to be kept, observed and performed by Tenant, and such default shall continue for thirty (30) days after notice thereof in writing to Tenant by Landlord without correction thereof then having been commenced and thereafter diligently prosecuted, Landlord may declare the term of this Lease ended and terminated by giving Tenant written notice of such intention, and if possession of the Leased Premises is not surrendered. Landlord may reenter said premises. Landlord shall have, in addition to the remedy above provided, any other right or remedy available to Landlord on account of any Tenant default, either in law or equity. Landlord shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate its damages.
15. Quiet Possession.
Landlord covenants and warrants that upon performance by Tenant of its obligations hereunder, Landlord will use reasonable efforts to keep and maintain Tenant with an exclusive, quiet, peaceable and undisturbed and uninterrupted possession of the Leased Premises during the term of this Lease.
16. Condemnation.
If any legally, constituted authority condemns the Building or such part thereof which shall make the Leased Premises unsuitable for leasing, this Lease shall cease when the public authority takes possession, and Landlord and Tenant shall account for rental as of that date. Such termination shall be without prejudice to the rights of either party to recover compensation from the condemning authority for any loss or damage caused by the condemnation. Neither party shall have any rights in or to any award made to the other by the condemning authority.
17. Subordination.
Tenant accepts this Lease subject and subordinate to any mortgage, deed of trust or other lien presently existing or hereafter arising upon the Leased Premises, or upon the Building and to any renewals, refinancing and extensions thereof, but Tenant agrees that any such mortgagee shall have the right at any time to subordinate such mortgage, deed of trust or other lien to this Lease on such terms and subject to such conditions as such mortgagee may deem appropriate in its discretion. Landlord is hereby irrevocably vested with full power and authority to subordinate this Lease to any mortgage, deed of trust or other lien now existing or hereafter placed upon the Leased Premises of the Building, and Tenant agrees upon demand to execute such further instruments subordinating this Lease or atoning to the holder of any such liens as Landlord may request. In the event that Tenant should fail to execute any instrument of subordination herein required to be executed by Tenant promptly as requested, Tenant hereby irrevocably constitutes Landlord as its attorney-in-fact to execute such instrument in Tenant’s name, place and stead, it being agreed that such power is one coupled with an interest. Tenant agrees that it will from time to time upon request by Landlord execute and deliver to such persons as Landlord shall request a statement in recordable form certifying that this Lease is unmodified and in full force and effect (or if there have been modifications, that the same is in full force and effect as so modified), stating the dates to which rent and other charges payable under this Lease have been paid, stating that Landlord is not in default hereunder (or if Tenant alleges a default stating the nature of such alleged default) and further stating such other matters as Landlord shall reasonably require.
18. Security Deposit.
The Security Deposit shall be held by Landlord without liability for interest and as security for the performance by Tenant of Tenant’s covenants and obligations under this Lease, it being expressly understood that the Security Deposit shall not be considered an advance payment of rental or a measure of Landlord’s damages in case of default by Tenant. Unless otherwise provided by mandatory non-waivable law or regulation, Landlord may commingle the Security Deposit with Landlord’s other funds. Landlord may, from time to time, without prejudice to any other remedy, use the Security Deposit to the extent necessary to make good any arrearages of rent or to satisfy any other covenant or obligation of Tenant hereunder. Following any such application of the Security Deposit, Tenant shall pay to Landlord on demand the amount so applied in order to restore the Security Deposit to its original amount. If Tenant is not in default at the termination of this Lease, the balance of the Security Deposit remaining after any such application shall be returned by Landlord to Tenant. If Landlord transfers its interest in the Premises during the term of this Lease, Landlord may assign the Security Deposit to the transferee and thereafter shall have no further liability for the return of such Security Deposit.
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19. Notice.
Any notice required or permitted under this Lease shall be deemed sufficiently given or served if sent by United States certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed as follows:
If to Landlord to:
Powell Commonwealth Associates, LLC
102 Sylvan Grove, Cary, NC 27518
If to Tenant to:
Fathom Realty, LLC
211 New Edition Court, Cary, NC 27511
Landlord and Tenant shall each have the right from time to time to change the place notice is to be given under this paragraph by written notice thereof to the other party.
20. Brokers.
Tenant represents that Tenant was not shown the Premises by any real estate broker or agent and that Tenant has not otherwise engaged in, any activity which could form the basis for a claim for real estate commission, brokerage fee, finder’s fee or other similar charge, in connection with this Lease.
21. Waiver.
No waiver of any default of Landlord or Tenant hereunder shall be implied from any omission to take any action on account of such default if such default persists or is repeated, and no express waiver shall affect any default other than the default specified in the express waiver and that only for the time and to the extent therein stated. One or more waivers by Landlord or Tenant shall not be construed as a waiver of a subsequent breach of the same covenant, term or condition.
22. Memorandum of Lease.
The parties hereto contemplate that this Lease should not and shall not be filed for record, but in lieu thereof, at the request of either party, Landlord and Tenant shall execute a Memorandum of Lease to be recorded for the purpose of giving record notice of the appropriate provisions of this Lease.
23. Headings and Severability.
The headings used in this Lease are for convenience of the parties only and shall not be considered in interpreting the meaning of any provision of this Lease. If any provision of this Lease is held to be invalid or unenforceable, all other provisions shall nevertheless continue to remain in full force and effect.
24. Successors.
The provisions of this Lease shall extend to and be binding upon Landlord and Tenant and their respective legal representatives, successors and assigns.
25. Consent.
Landlord shall not unreasonably withhold or delay its consent with respect to any matter for which Landlord’s consent is required or desirable under this Lease.
26. Compliance with Law.
Tenant shall comply with all laws, orders, ordinances and other public requirements now or hereafter pertaining to Tenant’s use of the Leased Premises. Landlord shall comply with all laws, orders, ordinances and other public requirements now or hereafter affecting the Leased Premises.
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27. Final Agreement.
This Agreement terminates and supersedes all prior understandings or agreements on the subject matter hereof. This Agreement may be modified only by a further writing that is duly executed by both parties.
28. Governing Law.
This Agreement shall be governed, construed and interpreted by, through and under the laws of the State of North Carolina.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Lease as of the day and year first above written.
Powell Commonwealth Associates, LLC | Fathom Realty, LLC | |||
By: | /s/ Managing Member | By: | /s/ Joshua Harley | |
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EXHIBIT A
BEING all of Unit 211, Phase Two, of COMMONWEALTH EXCHANGE CONDOMINIUM (the ’'Condominium") as designated and described on the Declaration for Commonwealth Exchange Condominium Pursuant to Chapter 47C of the North Carolina General Statutes. The North Carolina Condominium Act covering said Condominium filed for registration and recorded in Deed Book 7232, Page 530, and in Unit Ownership File No. 171 of the Wake County Registry, reference to such Declaration and the Exhibits attached thereto at the time of filing thereof (including the legal description and the plans of the Condominium) being hereby made for a more specific description of said Units. Together with the undivided allocated interests in and to the common elements as described and set forth in said Declaration and the Exhibits attached thereto at the time of filing thereof, reference to said Declaration and the Exhibits attached thereto being hereby made for a more detailed description of said common element
EXHIBIT B
Building Rules as referred to in number 12 of attached Lease Agreement.
“Tenant will comply with the rules of the Building adopted and altered by Landlord from time to time and will cause all of its agents, employees, invitees and visitors to do so; all changes to such rules will be sent by Landlord to Tenant in writing. The initial rules for the Building are attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and incorporated herein for all purposes.”
1. | 211 New Edition Court, Cary, NC 27511 is a non-smoking building. |
2. | No pets of any kind are allowed on the premises. This includes pets owned by but not limited to employees, partners, customers, and family members of tenants. |
GUARANTY OF LEASE
THIS GUARANTY is given as of this 12th day of October , 2015, by Joshua Harley (the "Guarantor") in favor of Powell Commonwealth Associates, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company (the "Landlord").
As a material inducement for the Landlord to enter into that certain lease agreement (as the same may be hereinafter modified or amended, the “Lease”) between Landlord and Fathom Realty, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company, hereinafter with its successors and assigns, "Tenant"), of even date herewith, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is acknowledged, Guarantor agrees as follows:
1, Guarantor hereby unconditionally and absolutely guarantees to Landlord the full, prompt and complete payment by Tenant of the rent and all other sums payable by Tenant under the Lease and the full, prompt and complete performance by Tenant of all and singular the terms, covenants, conditions and provisions in the Lease required to be performed by Tenant.
2. Guarantor hereby waives notice of acceptance hereof and any and all other notices which by law or under the terms and provisions of the Lease are required to be given to Tenant, and also waives any demand for or notice of the payment of rent and other sums payable by Tenant under the Lease and the performance of all and singular terms, covenants, conditions and provisions in the Lease required to be performed by Tenant; and Guarantor further expressly hereby waives any legal obligation, duty or necessity for Landlord to proceed first against Tenant or to exhaust any remedy Landlord may have against Tenant, it being agreed that in the event of default or failure of performance in any respect by Tenant under the Lease, Landlord may proceed and have right of action solely against Guarantor or Tenant or jointly against Guarantor and Tenant. Guarantor expressly waives any rights Guarantor may have under N.C.G.S. § 26-7, et seq.
3. That any modification, amendment, change or extension of any of the terms, covenants or conditions of the Lease which Tenant and Landlord may hereafter make, or any forbearance, delay, neglect or failure on the part of Landlord in enforcing any of the terms, covenants, conditions or provisions of the Lease shall not in any way affect, impair or discharge Guarantor’s unconditional liability to Landlord hereunder, nor shall Guarantor’s liability hereunder be impaired, affected or discharged by any act done or omitted to be done or by any waiver by either Landlord or Tenant, notwithstanding that Guarantor may not have consented thereto or may not have notice or knowledge hereof.
4. That this Guaranty shall continue during the entire term of the Lease and any renewals or extensions thereof and until Tenant has fully discharged all its obligations thereunder, and that this Guaranty shall not be diminished by any payment of rent or performance of the terms, covenants or conditions of the Lease by Landlord, by Tenant or by Guarantor, or by any assignment of the Tenant’s interest in the Lease, or by subletting thereof until each and all of Tenant’s obligations under the Lease have been fully discharged.
5. Guarantor expressly agrees that Guarantor’s obligations hereunder shall in no way be terminated, affected or impaired by reason of the granting by Landlord of any indulgences to Tenant or by reason of the assertion against Tenant of any of the rights or remedies reserved to Landlord pursuant to the provisions of the Lease or by the relief of the Tenant from any of the Tenant’s obligations under the Lease by operation of law or otherwise, the undersigned hereby waiving all suretyship defenses. The terms of this Guaranty shall not be impaired, modified, changed, released or limited in any manner whatsoever by any impairment, modification, change, release or limitation of the liability of Tenant or its estate in bankruptcy resulting from the operation of any preset or future provision of the Federal Bankruptcy Act or other statute regarding reorganization or insolvency.
6. Guarantor agrees that Guarantor’s liability hereunder shall be primary, and that in any right of action which shall accrue to the Landlord under the Lease, the Landlord, in addition to its rights and remedies stated above, may proceed against the Guarantor without having commenced any action against or having obtained any judgment against the Tenant. This is a guaranty of payment and performance and not of collection.
7. It is agreed that the failure of the Landlord to insist in any one or more instances upon strict performance or observance of any of the terms, provisions or covenants of the Lease or to exercise any right therein contained shall not be construed or deemed to be a waiver or relinquishment for the future of such term, provision, covenant or right, but the same shall continue and remain in full force and effect. Receipt by the Landlord of rent or other payments with acknowledgment of the breach of any provision of the Lease shall not be deemed a waiver of such breach.
8. No assignment or other transfer of the Lease, or any interest therein, shall operate to extinguish or diminish the liability of the Guarantor, whether or not the Guarantor shall have received any notice of or consented to such assignment or other transfer of the Lease or any interest therein.
9. Should any action at law or in equity be brought to enforce the provisions of this Guaranty or the rights of Landlord under the Lease or under this Guaranty, the non-prevailing party agrees to pay the costs and expenses off each such action, including the prevailing party's reasonable attorney’s fees.
10. If at any time more than one person or entity shall be responsible in any capacity for the payment of rent and other charges and for the performance of the covenants and conditions of the Lease to be performed by the Tenant, the obligations of the Guarantor and all such other persons or entities shall be joint and several. This Guaranty or any of the provisions hereof cannot be modified, waived or terminated unless in a writing signed by the Landlord and the Guarantor. All obligations and liabilities to Guarantor pursuant to this Guaranty shall be binding upon the heirs, legal representatives, successors and assigns of each Guarantor. This Guaranty shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the applicable laws of the state of North Carolina (excluding conflict-of-laws principles). Venue of any and all actions arising in connection with this Guaranty shall reside in Wake County, North Carolina, or the county in which the real property the subject of the Lease is located.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Guarantor has executed this Guaranty by hand and under seal as of the day and year first above written.
/s/ Joshua Harley | (SEAL) | |
Joshua Harley |
GUARANTY OF LEASE
THIS GUARANTY is given as of this 12th day of October 2015, by Marco Fregenal (the "Guarantor") in favor of Powell Commonwealth Associates, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company (the "Landlord").
As a material inducement for the Landlord to enter into that certain lease agreement (as the same may be hereinafter modified or amended, the “Lease”) between Landlord and Fathom Realty, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company, hereinafter with its successors and assigns, "Tenant"), of even date herewith, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is acknowledged,
Guarantor agrees as follows:
1. Guarantor hereby unconditionally and absolutely guarantees to Landlord the full, prompt and complete payment by Tenant of the rent and all other sums payable by Tenant under the Lease and the full, prompt and complete performance by Tenant of all and singular the terms, covenants, conditions and provisions in the Lease required to be performed by Tenant.
2. Guarantor hereby waives notice of acceptance hereof and any and all other notices which by law or under the terms and provisions of the Lease are required to be given to Tenant, and also waives any demand for or notice of the payment of rent and other sums payable by Tenant under the Lease and the performance of all and singular terms, covenants, conditions and provisions in the Lease required to be performed by Tenant; and Guarantor further expressly hereby waives any legal obligation, duty or necessity for Landlord to proceed first against Tenant or to exhaust any remedy Landlord may have against Tenant, it being agreed that in the event of default or failure of performance in any respect by Tenant under the Lease, Landlord may proceed and have right of action solely against Guarantor or Tenant or jointly against Guarantor and Tenant. Guarantor expressly waives any rights Guarantor may have under N.C.G.S. § 26-7, et seq.
3. That any modification, amendment, change or extension of any of the terms, covenants or conditions of the Lease which Tenant and Landlord may hereafter make, or any forbearance, delay, neglect or failure on the part of Landlord in enforcing any of the terms, covenants, conditions or provisions of the Lease shall not in any way affect, impair or discharge Guarantor’s unconditional liability to Landlord hereunder, nor shall Guarantor’s liability hereunder be impaired, affected or discharged by any act done or omitted to be done or by any waiver by either Landlord or Tenant, notwithstanding that Guarantor may not have consented thereto or may not have notice or knowledge hereof.
4. That this Guaranty shall continue during the entire term of the Lease and any renewals or extensions thereof and until Tenant has fully discharged all its obligations thereunder, and that this Guaranty shall not be diminished by any payment of rent or performance of the terms, covenants or conditions of the Lease by Landlord, by Tenant or by Guarantor, or by any assignment of the Tenant’s interest in the Lease, or by subletting thereof until each and all of Tenant’s obligations under the Lease have been fully discharged.
5. Guarantor expressly agrees that Guarantor’s obligations hereunder shall in no way be terminated, affected or impaired by reason of the granting by Landlord of any indulgences to Tenant or by reason of the assertion against Tenant of any of the rights or remedies reserved to Landlord pursuant to the provisions of the Lease or by the relief of the Tenant from any of the Tenant’s obligations under the Lease by operation of law or otherwise, the undersigned hereby waiving all suretyship defenses. The terms of this Guaranty shall not be impaired, modified, changed, released or limited in any manner whatsoever by any impairment, modification, change, release or limitation of the liability of Tenant or its estate in bankruptcy resulting from the operation of any preset or future provision of the Federal Bankruptcy Act or other statue regarding reorganization or insolvency.
6. Guarantor agrees that Guarantor’s liability hereunder shall be primary, and that in any right of action which shall accrue to the Landlord under the Lease, the Landlord, in addition to its rights and remedies stated above, may proceed against the Guarantor without having commenced any action against or having obtained any judgment against the Tenant. This is a guaranty of payment and performance and not of collection.
7. It is agreed that the failure of the Landlord to insist in any one or more instances upon strict performance or observance of any of the terms, provisions or covenants of the Lease or to exercise any right therein contained shall not be construed or deemed to be a waiver or relinquishment for the future of such term, provision, covenant or right, but the same shall continue and remain in full force and effect. Receipt by the Landlord of rent or other payments with acknowledgment of the breach of any provision of the Lease shall not be deemed a waiver of such breach.
8. No assignment or other transfer of the Lease, or any interest therein, shall operate to extinguish or diminish the liability of the Guarantor, whether or not the Guarantor shall have received any notice of or consented to such assignment or other transfer of the Lease or any interest therein.
9. Should any action at law or in equity be brought to enforce the provisions of this Guaranty or the rights of Landlord under the Lease or under this Guaranty, the non-prevailing party agrees to pay the costs and expenses off each such action, including the prevailing party's reasonable attorney's fees.
10. If at any time more than one person or entity shall be responsible in any capacity for the payment of rent and other charges and for the performance of the covenants and conditions of the Lease to be performed by the Tenant, the obligations of the Guarantor and all such other persons or entities shall be joint and several. This Guaranty or any of the provisions hereof cannot be modified, waived or terminated unless in a writing signed by the Landlord and the Guarantor. All obligations and liabilities to Guarantor pursuant to this Guaranty shall be binding upon the heirs, legal representatives, successors and assigns of each Guarantor. This Guaranty shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the applicable laws of the state of North Carolina (excluding conflict-of-laws principles). Venue of any and all actions arising in connection with this Guaranty shall reside in Wake County, North Carolina, or the county in which the real property the subject of the Lease is located.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Guarantor has executed this Guaranty by hand and under seal as of the day and year first above written.
/s/ Marco Fregenal | (SEAL) | |
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Exhibit 10.9
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COMMERCIAL, LEASE AGREEMENT
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(Note: This form is not intended to be used as a Sublease and SHOULD NOT be used in Sublease circumstances)
THIS COMMERCIAL LEASE AGREEMENT, including any and all addenda attached hereto (“Lease”), is by and between King Commercial Properties, LLC , a(n) NC Limited Liability Company (“Landlord”), (individual or State of formation and type of entity) whose address is: 10724 Beaver Pond Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614 , and Fathom Realty, LLC a(n) NC Limited Liability Company (“Tenant”) (individual or State of formation and type of entity) whose address is 211 New Edition Court, Cary, NC 27511
¨ If this box is checked, the obligations of Tenant under this Lease are secured by the guaranty of (name(s) of guarantor(s)) attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
(Note: Any guaranty should be prepared by an attorney at law.)
For and in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:
PREMISES
1. Landlord leases unto Tenant, and Tenant hereby leases and takes upon the terms and conditions which hereinafter appear, the following described property, including any improvements located thereon (hereinafter called the “Premises”), to wit:
(Address): | 209 New Edition Court, Cary, NC 27511 |
x All ¨ A portion of the property in Deed Reference: Book 16691 , Page No. 2537 , Wake County; consisting of approximately acres.
Plat Reference: Lot(s) , Block or Section , as shown on Plat Book or Slide at Page(s) , County, consisting of _____ acres.
x If this box is checked, Premises shall mean that property described on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herewith by reference.
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(For information purposes only, the tax parcel number of the Premises is: | 0763346454 | 0228475 | ) |
TERM
2. The
term of this Lease shall commence on December 1 ,
2017 (“Lease Commencement Date”), and
shall end at 11:59 p.m. (based upon the time at the locale of the Premises) on November
30 , 2020 ,
unless sooner terminated as herein provided. The first Lease Year Anniversary shall be the date twelve (12) calendar months after
the first day of the first full
month immediately following the Lease Commencement Date and successive Lease Year Anniversaries shall be the date twelve (12) calendar
months from the previous Lease Year Anniversary.
x If this box is checked, Tenant shall have the option of renewing this Lease, upon written notice given to Landlord at least 150 days prior to the end of the then expiring term of this Lease, for 1 additional term(s) of 5 years each.
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¨ Option to Lease- If this box is checked, Tenant, upon the payment of the sum of $__________ (which sum is not rental or security deposit hereunder, but is consideration for this Option to Lease and is non-refundable under any circumstances) shall have a period of_________________ days prior to the Lease Commencement Date (“Option Period”) in which to inspect the Premises and make inquiry regarding such sign regulations, zoning regulations, utility availability, private restrictions or permits or other regulatory requirements as Tenant may deem appropriate to satisfy itself as to the use of the Premises for Tenant’s intended purposes. Tenant shall conduct all such on-site inspections, examinations, inquiries and other review of the Premises in a good and workmanlike manner, shall repair any damage to the Premises caused by Tenant’s entry and on-site inspections and shall conduct same in a manner that does not unreasonably interfere with Landlord’s or any tenant's use and enjoyment of the Premises. In that respect. Tenant shall make reasonable efforts to undertake on-site inspections outside of the hours any tenant's business is open to the public and shall give prior notice to the tenant at the Premises of any entry onto the Premises for the purpose of conducting inspections. Upon Landlord’s request, Tenant shall provide to Landlord evidence of general liability insurance. Tenant shall also have a right to review and inspect all contracts or other agreements affecting or related directly to the Premises and shall be entitled to review such books and records of Landlord that relate directly to the operation and maintenance of the Premises, provided, however, that Tenant shall not disclose any information regarding the Premises (or any tenant therein) unless required by law and the same shall be regarded as confidential, to any person, except to its attorneys, accountants, lenders and other professional advisors, in which case Tenant shall obtain their agreement to maintain such confidentiality. Tenant assumes all responsibility for the acts of itself, its agents or representatives in exercising its rights under this Option to Lease and agrees to indemnify and hold Seller harmless from any damages resulting therefrom. This indemnification obligation of Tenant shall survive the termination of this Option to Lease or this Lease. Tenant shall, at Tenant’s expense, promptly repair any damage to the Premises caused by Tenant's entry and on-site inspections. IF TENANT CHOOSES NOT TO LEASE THE PREMISES, FOR ANY REASON OR NO REASON, AND PROVIDES WRITTEN NOTICE TO LANDLORD THEREOF PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE OPTION PERIOD, THEN THIS LEASE SHALL TERMINATE AND NEITHER PARTY SHALL HAVE ANY FURTHER OBLIGATIONS HEREUNDER AND LANDLORD SHALL RETURN TO TENANT ANY RENTAL OR SECURITY DEPOSIT PAID TO LANDLORD HEREUNDER. Tenant shall be deemed to have exercised its Option to Lease and to be bound under the terms of this Lease if (i) Tenant shall occupy the Premises prior to the expiration of the Option Period, whereupon tire date of occupancy shall be deemed the Lease Commencement Date, or (ii) Tenant shall not provide written notice to Landlord of its termination of this Lease prior to the expiration of the Option Period.
RENTAL
3. Beginning on December 1, 2017 (“Rent Commencement Date”), Tenant agrees to pay Landlord (or its Agent as directed by Landlord), without notice, demand, deduction or set off, an annual rental of $ See Exhibit B , payable in equal monthly installments of $ See Exhibit B , in advance on the first day of each calendar month during the term hereof. Upon execution of this Lease, Tenant shall pay to Landlord the first monthly installment of rent due hereunder. Rental for any period during the term hereof which is less than one month shall be the pro-rated portion of the monthly installment of rental due, based upon a 30 day month.
¨ If this box is checked, the annual rental payable hereunder (and accordingly the monthly installments) shall be adjusted every Lease Year Anniversary by % over the amount then payable hereunder. In the event renewal of this Lease is provided for in paragraph 2 hereof and effectively exercised by Tenant, the rental adjustments provided herein shall apply to the term of the Lease so renewed, or
¨ If this box is checked, the annual rental payable hereunder (and accordingly the monthly installments) shall be adjusted every Lease Year Anniversary by the greater of: (i) percent ( %) over the amount then payable hereunder or, (ii) the percentage increase (but not any decrease) in the numerical index of the “Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers” (1982-84 = 100) published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the United States Department of Labor (“CPI”) for the immediately preceding twelve (12) month period over the amount then payable hereunder.
¨ If this box is checked, the annual rental payable hereunder (and accordingly the monthly installments) shall be adjusted every Lease Year Anniversary by $ over the amount then payable hereunder. In the event renewal of this Lease is provided for in paragraph 2 hereof and effectively exercised by Tenant, the rental adjustments provided herein shall apply to the term of the Lease so renewed.
x If this box is checked, Tenant shall pay all rental to Landlord’s Agent at the following address:
King Commercial Properties, LLC |
10724 Beaver Pond Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614 |
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LATE CHARGES
4. If Landlord fails to receive full rental payment within 5 days after it becomes due, Tenant shall pay Landlord, as additional rental, a late charge equal to Five Point Zero percent 5.0 (%) of the overdue amount or $ 100.00 whichever is greater, plus any actual bank fees incurred for dishonored payments. The parties agree that such a late charge represents a fair and reasonable estimate of the cost Landlord will incur by reason of such late payment.
SECURITY DEPOSIT
5. Upon the execution of this Lease, Tenant shall deposit with Landlord the sum of $ 1625.00 as a security deposit which shall be held by Landlord as security for the full and faithful performance by Tenant of each and every term, covenant and condition of this Lease. The security deposit does not represent payment of and Tenant shall not presume application of same as payment of the last monthly installment of rental due under this Lease. Landlord shall have no obligation to segregate or otherwise account for the security deposit except as provided in this paragraph 5. If any of the rental or other charges or sums payable by Tenant shall be over-due and unpaid or should payments be made by Landlord on behalf of Tenant, or should Tenant fail to perform any of the terms of this Lease, then Landlord may, at its option, appropriate and apply the security deposit, or so much thereof as may be necessary, to compensate toward the payment of the rents, charges or other sums due from Tenant, or towards any loss, damage or expense sustained by Landlord resulting from such default on the part of the Tenant; and in such event Tenant upon demand shall restore the security deposit to the amount set forth above in this paragraph 5. In the event Tenant furnishes Landlord with proof that all utility bills and other bills of Tenant related to the Premises have been paid through the date of Lease termination, and performs all of Tenant’s other obligations under this Lease, the security deposit shall be returned to Tenant within sixty (60) days after the date of the expiration or sooner termination of the term of this Lease and the surrender of the Premises by Tenant in compliance with the provisions of this Lease.
¨ If this box is checked, Agent shall hold the security deposit in trust and shall be entitled to the interest, if any, thereon.
UTILITY BILLS/SERVICE CONTRACTS
6. Landlord and Tenant agree that utility bills and service contracts (“Service Obligations”) for the Premises shall be paid by the party indicated below as to each Service Obligation. In each instance, the party undertaking responsibility for payment of a Service Obligation covenants that they will pay the applicable bills prior to delinquency. The responsibility to pay for a Service Obligation shall include all metering, hook-up fees or other miscellaneous charges associated with establishing, installing and maintaining such utility or contract in said party’s name. Within thirty (30) days of the Lease Commencement Date, Tenant shall provide Landlord with a copy of any requested Tenant Service Obligation information.
Service Obligation | Landlord | Tenant | Not Applicable | |||
Sewer/Septic | x | ¨ | ¨ | |||
Water | x | ¨ | ¨ | |||
Electric | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Gas | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Telephone | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
HVAC (maintenance/service contract) | x | ¨ | ¨ | |||
Elevator (including phone line) | ¨ | ¨ | x | |||
Security System | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Fiber Optic | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Janitor/Cleaning | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Trash/Dumpster | x | ¨ | ¨ | |||
Landscaping/Maintenance | x | ¨ | ¨ | |||
Sprinkler System (including phone line) | ¨ | ¨ | x | |||
Pest Control | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Interior Appliances | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
Hot Water Heater | ¨ | x | ¨ | |||
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Landlord shall not be liable for injury to Tenant’s business or loss of income therefrom or for damage that may be sustained by the person, merchandise or personal property of Tenant, its employees, agents, invitees or contractors or any other person in or about the Premises, caused by or resulting from fire, steam, electricity, gas, water or rain, which may leak or flow from or into any part of the Premises, or from the breakage, leakage, obstruction or other defects of any utility installations, air conditioning system or other components of the Premises, except to the extent that such damage or loss is caused by Landlord’s gross negligence or willful misconduct. Landlord represents and warrants that the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system(s) and utility installations existing as of the Lease Commencement Date shall be in good order and repair. Subject to the provisions of this paragraph 6, Landlord shall not be liable in damages or otherwise for any discontinuance, failure or interruption of service to the Premises of utilities or the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system(s) and Tenant shall have no right to terminate this Lease or withhold rental because of the same.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
7. The rules and regulations, if any, attached hereto (“Rules and Regulations”) are made a part of this Lease. Tenant agrees to comply with any Rules and Regulations of Landlord in connection with the Premises which are in effect at the time of the execution of the Lease or which may be from time to time promulgated by Landlord in its reasonable discretion, provided such Rules and Regulations are in writing and are not in conflict with the terms and conditions of the Lease.
PERMITTED USES
8. The permitted use of the Premises shall be: OFFICE (“Permitted Use”). The Premises shall be used and wholly occupied by Tenant solely for the purposes of conducting the Permitted Use, and the Premises shall not be used for any other purposes unless Tenant obtains Landlord’s prior written approval of any change in use. Landlord makes no representation or warranty regarding the suitability of the Premises for or the legality (under zoning or other applicable ordinances) of the Permitted Use for the Premises, provided however, that Landlord does represent that it has no contractual obligations with other parties which will materially interfere with or prohibit the Permitted Use of Tenant at the Premises. At Tenant’s sole expense, Tenant shall procure, maintain and make available for Landlord’s inspection from time to time any governmental license(s) or permit(s) required for the proper and lawful conduct of Tenant’s business in the Premises. Tenant shall not cause or permit any waste to occur in the Premises and shall not overload the floor, or any mechanical, electrical, plumbing or utility systems serving the Premises. Tenant shall keep the Premises, and every part thereof, in a clean and wholesome condition, free from any objectionable noises, loud music, objectionable odors or nuisances.
TAXES AND INSURANCE
9. Landlord shall pay all taxes (including but not limited to, ad valorem taxes, special assessments and any other governmental charges) on the Premises and shall procure and pay for such commercial general liability, broad form fire and extended and special perils insurance with respect to the Premises as Landlord in its reasonable discretion may deem appropriate. Tenant shall reimburse Landlord for all taxes and insurance as provided herein within fifteen (15) days after receipt of notice from Landlord as to the amount due. Tenant shall be solely responsible for insuring Tenant’s personal and business property and for paying any taxes or governmental assessments levied thereon. Tenant shall reimburse Landlord for taxes and insurance during the term of this Lease, and any extension or renewal thereof. If boxes are checked below, the manner of reimbursement shall be as indicated:
Taxes
¨ The amount by which all taxes (including but not limited to, ad valorem taxes, special assessments and any other governmental charges) on the Premises for each tax year exceed all taxes on the Premises for the tax year ; or
¨ All taxes (including but not limited to, ad valorem taxes, special assessments and any other governmental charges) on the Premises for each tax year.
If the final Lease Year of the term fails to coincide with the tax year, then any excess for the tax year during which the term ends shall be reduced by the pro rata part of such tax year beyond the Lease term. If such taxes for the year in which the Lease terminates are not ascertainable before payment of the last month’s rental, then the amount of such taxes assessed against the Premises for the previous tax year shall be used as a basis for determining the pro rata share, if any, to be paid by Tenant for that portion of the last Lease Year.
¨ | If this box is checked. Tenant shall reimburse Landlord for taxes by paying to Landlord, beginning on the Rent Commencement Date and on the first day of each calendar month during the term hereof, an amount equal to one-twelfth (1/12) of the then current tax payments for the Premises. Upon receipt of bills, statements or other evidence of taxes due, Landlord shall pay or cause to be paid the taxes. If at any time the reimbursement payments by Tenant hereunder do not equal the amount of taxes paid by Landlord, Tenant shall upon demand pay to Landlord an amount equal to the deficiency or Landlord shall refund to Tenant any overpayment (as applicable) as documented by Landlord. Landlord shall have no obligation to segregate or otherwise account for the tax reimbursements paid hereunder except as provided in this paragraph 9. |
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Insurance
¨ the excess cost of commercial general liability, broad form fire and extended and special perils insurance with respect to the Premises over the cost of the first year of the Lease term for each subsequent year during the term of this Lease; or
¨ the
cost of all commercial general liability, broad form fire and extended and special perils insurance with respect to the
Premises.
¨ | If this box is checked, Tenant shall reimburse Landlord for insurance by paying to Landlord, beginning on the Rent Commencement Date and on the first day of each calendar month during the term hereof, an amount equal to one-twelfth (1/12) of the then current insurance premiums for the Premises. Upon receipt of bills, statements or other evidence of insurance premiums due, Landlord shall pay or cause to be paid the insurance premiums. If at any time the reimbursement payments by Tenant hereunder do not equal the amount of insurance premiums paid by Landlord, Tenant shall upon demand pay to Landlord an amount equal to the deficiency or Landlord shall refund to Tenant any overpayment (as applicable) as documented by Landlord. Landlord shall have no obligation to segregate or otherwise account for the insurance premium reimbursements paid hereunder except as provided in this paragraph 9. |
(Note: The following box should only be checked if there are no boxes checked above in this paragraph 9.)
x If this box is checked, Tenant shall have no responsibility to reimburse Landlord for taxes or insurance. |
Provided however, notwithstanding any provision of the foregoing, that in the event Tenant’s use of the Premises results in an increase in the rate of insurance on the Premises, Tenant shall pay to Landlord, upon demand and as additional rental, the amount of any such increase.
INSURANCE; WAIVER; INDEMNITY
10. (a) During the term of this Lease, Tenant shall maintain commercial general liability insurance coverage (occurrence coverage) with broad form contractual liability coverage and with coverage limits of not less than 1,000,000.00 combined single limit, per occurrence, specifically including liquor liability insurance covering consumption of alcoholic beverages by customers of Tenant should Tenant choose to sell alcoholic beverages. Such policy shall insure Tenant’s performance of the indemnity provisions of this Lease, but the amount of such insurance shall not limit Tenant’s liability nor relieve Tenant of any obligation hereunder. All policies of insurance provided for herein shall name as “additional insureds” Landlord, Landlord’s Agent, all mortgagees of Landlord and such other individuals or entities as Landlord may from time to time designate upon written notice to Tenant. Tenant shall provide to Landlord, at least thirty (30) days prior to expiration, certificates of insurance to evidence any renewal or additional insurance procured by Tenant. Tenant shall provide evidence of all insurance required under this Lease to Landlord prior to the Lease Commencement Date.
(b) Landlord (for itself and its insurer) waives any rights, including rights of subrogation, and Tenant (for itself and its insurer) waives any rights, including rights of subrogation, each may have against the other for compensation of any loss or damage occasioned to Landlord or Tenant arising from any risk generally covered by the “all risks” insurance required to be carried by Landlord and Tenant. The foregoing waivers of subrogation shall be operative only so long as available in the State of North Carolina. The foregoing waivers shall be effective whether or not the parties maintain the insurance required to be carried pursuant to this Lease.
(c) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph 10(b), Tenant indemnifies Landlord for damages proximately caused by the negligence or wrongful conduct of Tenant and Tenant’s employees, agents, invitees or contractors. Except as otherwise provided in paragraph 10(b), Landlord indemnifies Tenant for damages proximately caused by the negligence or wrongful conduct of Landlord and Landlord’s employees, agents, invitees or contractors. The indemnity provisions in this paragraph 10 cover personal injury and property damage and shall bind the employees, agents, invitees or contractors of Landlord and Tenant (as the case may be). The indemnity obligations in this paragraph 10 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease.
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REPAIRS BY LANDLORD
11. Landlord agrees to keep in good repair the roof, foundation, structural supports and exterior walls of the buildings located on the Premises (exclusive of all glass and exclusive of all exterior doors) and, except as may be specifically allocated to Tenant in paragraph 12 herein, Landlord agrees to be responsible for capital repairs and replacements on the Premises; provided that Landlord shall not be responsible for repairs or capital repairs or replacements rendered necessary by the negligence or intentional wrongful acts of Tenant, its employees, agents, invitees or contractors. Tenant shall promptly report in writing to Landlord any defective condition known to it which Landlord is required to repair or replace and failure to report such conditions shall make Tenant responsible to Landlord for any liability incurred by Landlord by reason of such conditions.
(Note: Should Landlord and Tenant need to further detail the allocation of responsibility hereunder, the Special Stipulations box at the end of the Lease should be checked and such allocation should be specified on an Exhibit B.)
REPAIRS BY TENANT
12. (a) Tenant accepts the Premises in their present condition and as suited for the Permitted Use and Tenant’s intended purposes. Tenant, throughout the initial term of this Lease, and any extension or renewal thereof, at its expense, shall maintain in good order and repair the Premises, (except those repairs expressly required to be made by Landlord hereunder), specifically including but not limited to any building and other improvements located thereon, all light bulb and ballast replacements, plumbing fixtures and systems repairs within the Premises and water heater repairs. Tenant further agrees to care for the grounds around the building, including the mowing of grass, care of shrubs and general landscaping. Tenant shall use only licensed contractors for repairs where such license is required. Landlord shall have the right to approve the contractor as to any repairs in excess of $ 1500.00 .
¨ If this box is checked, Tenant, at its expense, shall maintain the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system(s) in good order and repair, including but not limited to replacement of parts, compressors, air handling units and heating units. Provided that Tenant shall have obtained Landlord’s prior written approval of the contractor and the repair or replacement expenses for heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, Tenant shall not be liable for more than $ (per occurrence) or $ (annually), and Landlord shall reimburse Tenant for the amount in excess of the stated amount upon the written request of Tenant.
x If this box is checked, Landlord, at its expense, shall maintain the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system(s) in good order and repair, including but not limited to replacement of parts, compressors, air handling units and heating units. Provided that, Tenant shall reimburse Landlord an amount up to $ N/A (per occurrence) or $ N/A (annually), and Landlord shall be responsible for the amount in excess of the stated amount. Tenant shall reimburse Landlord for the amount of Tenant’s obligation hereunder upon the written request of Landlord.
(b) Tenant agrees to return the Premises to Landlord at the expiration or prior termination of this Lease, in as good condition and repair as on the Lease Commencement Date, natural wear and tear, damage by storm, fire, lightning, earthquake or other casualty alone excepted. Tenant, Tenant’s employees, agents, invitees or contractors shall take no action which may void any manufacturers or installers warranty with relation to the Premises. Tenant shall indemnify and hold Landlord harmless from any liability, claim, demand or cause of action arising on account of Tenant’s breach of the provisions of this paragraph 12.
ALTERATIONS
13. Tenant shall not make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises without Landlord’s prior written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. Tenant shall promptly remove any alterations, additions, or improvements constructed in violation of this paragraph 13 upon Landlord’s written request. All approved alterations, additions, and improvements will be accomplished in a good and workmanlike manner, in conformity with all applicable laws and regulations, and by a contractor approved by Landlord, free of any liens or encumbrances. Landlord may require Tenant to remove any alterations, additions or improvements (whether or not made with Landlord’s consent) at the termination of the Lease and to restore the Premises to its prior condition, all at Tenant’s expense. All alterations, additions and improvements which Landlord has not required Tenant to remove shall become Landlord’s property and shall be surrendered to Landlord upon the termination of this Lease, except that Tenant may remove any of Tenant’s machinery, equipment or trade fixtures which can be removed without material damage to the Premises. Tenant shall repair, at Tenant’s expense, any damage to the Premises caused by the removal of any such machinery, equipment or trade fixtures.
DESTRUCTION OF OR DAMAGE TO PREMISES
14. (a) If the Premises are totally destroyed by storm, fire, lightning, earthquake or other casualty, Landlord shall have the right to terminate this Lease on written notice to Tenant within thirty (30) days after such destruction and this Lease shall terminate as of the date of such destruction and rental shall be accounted for as between Landlord and Tenant as of that date.
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(b) If the Premises are damaged but not wholly destroyed by any such casualties or if the Landlord does not elect to terminate the Lease under paragraph 14(a) above, Landlord shall commence (or shall cause to be commenced) reconstruction of the Premises within one hundred twenty (120) days after such occurrence and prosecute the same diligently to completion, not to exceed two hundred seventy (270) days from the date upon which Landlord receives applicable permits and insurance proceeds. In the event Landlord shall fail to substantially complete reconstruction of the Premises within said two hundred seventy (270) day period, Tenant’s sole remedy shall be to terminate this Lease.
(c) In the event of any casualty at the Premises during the last one (1) year of the Lease Term, Landlord and Tenant each shall have the option to terminate this Lease on written notice to the other of exercise thereof within sixty (60) days after such occurrence.
(d) In the event of reconstruction of the Premises, Tenant shall continue the operation of its business in the Premises during any such period to the extent reasonably practicable from the standpoint of prudent business management, and the obligation of Tenant to pay annual rental and any other sums due under this Lease shall remain in frill force and effect during the period of reconstruction. The annual rental and other sums due under this Lease shall be abated proportionately with the degree to which Tenant’s use of the Premises is impaired, commencing from the date of destruction and continuing during the period of such reconstruction. Tenant shall not be entitled to any compensation or damages from Landlord for loss of use of the whole or any part of the Premises, Tenant’s personal property, or any inconvenience or annoyance occasioned by such damage, reconstruction or replacement.
(e) In the event of the termination of this Lease under any of the provisions of this paragraph 14, both Landlord and Tenant shall be released from any liability or obligation under this Lease arising after the date of termination, except as otherwise provided for in this Lease.
GOVERNMENTAL ORDERS
15. Tenant, at its own expense, agrees to comply with: (a) any law, statute, ordinance, regulation, rule, requirement, order, court decision or procedural requirement of any governmental or quasi-governmental authority having jurisdiction over the Premises, (b) the rules and regulations of any applicable governmental insurance authority or any similar body, relative to the Premises and Tenant’s activities therein; (c) provisions of or rules enacted pursuant to any private use restrictions, as the same may be amended from time to time and (d) the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C.S. §12101, et seq.) and the regulations and accessibility guidelines enacted pursuant thereto, as the same may be amended from time to time. Landlord and Tenant agree, however, that if in order to comply with such requirements the cost to Tenant shall exceed a sum equal to one (1) year’s rent, then Tenant may terminate this Lease by giving written notice of termination to Landlord in accordance with the terms of this Lease, which termination shall become effective sixty (60) days after receipt of such notice and which notice shall eliminate the necessity of compliance with such requirements, unless, within thirty (30) days of receiving such notice, Landlord agrees in writing to be responsible for such compliance, at its own expense, and commences compliance activity, in which case Tenant’s notice given hereunder shall not terminate this Lease.
CONDEMNATION
16. (a) If the entire Premises shall he appropriated or taken under the power of eminent domain by any governmental or quasi-governmental authority or under threat of and in lieu of condemnation (hereinafter, “taken” or “taking”), this Lease shall terminate as of the date of such taking, and Landlord and Tenant shall have no further liability or obligation arising under this Lease after such date, except as otherwise provided for in this Lease.
(b) If more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the floor area of any building of the Premises is taken, or if by reason of any taking, regardless of the amount so taken, the remainder of the Premises is not one undivided space or is rendered unusable for the Permitted Use, either Landlord or Tenant shall have the right to terminate this Lease as of the date Tenant is required to vacate the portion of the Premises taken, upon giving notice of such election within thirty (30) days after receipt by Tenant from Landlord of written notice that said Premises have been or will be so taken. In the event of such termination, both Landlord and Tenant shall be released from any liability or obligation under this Lease arising after the date of termination, except as otherwise provided for in this Lease.
(c) Landlord and Tenant, immediately after learning of any taking, shall give notice thereof to each other.
(d) If this Lease is not terminated on account of a taking as provided herein above, then Tenant shall continue to occupy that portion of the Premises not taken and the parties shall proceed as follows: (i) at Landlord’s cost and expense and as soon as reasonably possible, Landlord shall restore (or shall cause to be restored) the Premises remaining to a complete unit of like quality and character as existed prior to such appropriation or taking, and (ii) the annual rent provided for in paragraph 3 and other sums due under the Lease shall be reduced on an equitable basis, taking into account the relative values of the portion taken as compared to the portion remaining. Tenant waives any statutory rights of termination that may arise because of any partial taking of the Premises.
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(e) Landlord shall be entitled to the entire condemnation award for any taking of the Premises or any part thereof. Tenant’s right to receive any amounts separately awarded to Tenant directly from the condemning authority for the taking of its merchandise, personal property, relocation expenses and/or interests in other than the real property taken shall not be affected in any manner by the provisions of this paragraph 16, provided Tenant’s award does not reduce or affect Landlord’s award and provided further, Tenant shall have no claim for the loss of its leasehold estate.
ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLETTING
17. Tenant shall not assign this Lease or any interest hereunder or sublet the Premises or any part thereof, or permit the use of the Premises by any party other than the Tenant, without Landlord’s prior written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. Consent to any assignment or sublease shall not impair this provision and all later assignments or subleases shall be made likewise only on the prior written consent of Landlord. No sublease or assignment by Tenant shall relieve Tenant of any liability hereunder.
EVENTS OF DEFAULT
18. The happening of any one or more of the following events (hereinafter any one of which may be referred to as an “Event of Default”) during the term of this Lease, or any renewal or extension thereof, shall constitute a breach of this Lease on the part of the Tenant: (a) Tenant fails to pay when due the rental or any other monetary obligation as provided for herein; (b) Tenant abandons or vacates the Premises; (c) Tenant fails to comply with or abide by and perform any non-monetary obligation imposed upon Tenant under this Lease within thirty (30) days after written notice of such breach; (d) Tenant is adjudicated bankrupt; (e) A permanent receiver is appointed for Tenant’s property and such receiver is not removed within sixty (60) days after written notice from Landlord to Tenant to obtain such removal; (f) Tenant, either voluntarily or involuntarily, takes advantage of any debt or relief proceedings under any present or future law, whereby the rent or any part thereof is, or is proposed to be, reduced or payment thereof deferred and such proceeding is not dismissed within sixty (60) days of the filing thereof; (g) Tenant makes an assignment for benefit of creditors; or (h) Tenant’s effects are levied upon or attached under process against Tenant, which is not satisfied or dissolved within thirty (30) days after written notice from Landlord to Tenant to obtain satisfaction thereof.
REMEDIES UPON DEFAULT
19. Upon the occurrence of Event of Default, Landlord may pursue any one or more of the following remedies separately or concurrently, without prejudice to any other remedy herein provided or provided by law: (a) Landlord may terminate this Lease by giving written notice to Tenant and upon such termination shall be entitled to recover from Tenant damages as may be permitted under applicable law; or (b) Landlord may terminate this Lease by giving written notice to Tenant and, upon such termination, shall be entitled to recover from the Tenant damages in an amount equal to all rental which is due and all rental which would otherwise have become due throughout the remaining term of this Lease, or any renewal or extension thereof (as if this Lease had not been terminated); or (c) Landlord, as Tenant’s agent, without terminating this Lease, may enter upon and rent the Premises, in whole or in part, at the best price obtainable by reasonable effort, without advertisement and by private negotiations and for any term Landlord deems proper, with Tenant being liable to Landlord for the deficiency, if any, between Tenant’s rent hereunder and the price obtained by Landlord on reletting, provided however, that Landlord shall not be considered to be under any duty by reason of this provision to take any action to mitigate damages by reason of Tenant’s default and expressly shall have no duty to mitigate Tenant’s damages. No termination of this Lease prior to the normal ending thereof, by lapse of time or otherwise, shall affect Landlord’s right to collect rent for the period prior to termination thereof. Tenant acknowledges and understands that Landlord’s acceptance of partial rental will not waive Tenant’s breach of this Lease or limit Landlord’s rights against Tenant hereunder or Landlord’s right to evict Tenant through a summary ejectment proceeding, whether filed before or after Landlord's acceptance of any such partial rental.
EXTERIOR SIGNS
20. Tenant shall place no signs upon the outside walls, doors or roof of the Premises, except with the express written consent of the Landlord in Landlord’s sole discretion. Any consent given by Landlord shall expressly not be a representation of or warranty of any legal entitlement to signage at the Premises. Any and all signs placed on the Premises by Tenant shall be maintained in compliance with governmental rules and regulations governing such signs and Tenant shall be responsible to Landlord for any damage caused by installation, use or maintenance of said signs, and all damage incident to removal thereof.
LANDLORD’S ENTRY OF PREMISES
21. Landlord may advertise the Premises “For Rent” or “For Sale” 90 days before the termination of this Lease. Landlord may enter the Premises upon prior notice at reasonable hours to exhibit same to prospective purchasers or tenants, to make repairs required of Landlord under the terms hereof, for reasonable business purposes and otherwise as may be agreed by Landlord and Tenant. Landlord may enter the Premises at any time without prior notice, in the event of an emergency or to make emergency repairs to the Premises. Upon request of Landlord, Tenant shall provide Landlord with a functioning key to the Premises and shall replace such key if the locks to the Premises are changed.
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QUIET ENJOYMENT
22. So long as Tenant observes and performs the covenants and agreements contained herein, it shall at all times during the Lease term peacefully and quietly have and enjoy possession of the Premises, subject to the terms hereof.
HOLDING OVER
23. If Tenant remains in possession of the Premises after expiration of the term hereof, Tenant shall be a tenant at sufferance and there shall be no renewal of this Lease by operation of law. In such event, commencing on the date following the date of expiration of the term, the monthly rental payable under Paragraph 3 above shall for each month, or fraction thereof during which Tenant so remains in possession of the Premises, be twice the monthly rental otherwise payable under Paragraph 3 above.
ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
24. (a) Tenant covenants that with respect to any Hazardous Materials (as defined below) it will comply with any and all federal, state or local laws, ordinances, rules, decrees, orders, regulations or court decisions relating to hazardous substances, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, toxic substances, environmental conditions on, under or about the Premises or soil and ground water conditions, including, but not limited to, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act, any other legal requirement concerning hazardous or toxic substances, and any amendments to the foregoing (collectively, all such matters being “Hazardous Materials Requirements”). Tenant shall remove from the Premises, all Hazardous Materials that were placed on the Premises by Tenant or Tenant’s employees, agents, invitees or contractors, either after their use by Tenant or upon the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease, in compliance with all Hazardous Materials Requirements.
(b) Tenant shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits in connection with its use, storage and disposal of Hazardous Materials, and shall develop and maintain, and where necessary file with the appropriate authorities, all reports, receipts, manifest, filings, lists and invoices covering those Hazardous Materials and Tenant shall provide Landlord with copies of all such items upon request. Tenant shall provide within five (5) days after receipt thereof, copies of all notices, orders, claims or other correspondence from any federal, state or local government or agency alleging any violation of any Hazardous Materials Requirements by Tenant, or related in any manner to Hazardous Materials. In addition, Tenant shall provide Landlord with copies of all responses to such correspondence at the time of the response.
(c) Tenant hereby indemnifies and holds harmless Landlord, its successors and assigns from and against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, injuries, penalties, fines, costs, expenses and claims of any and every kind whatsoever (including attorney’s fees and costs) paid, incurred or suffered by, or asserted against Landlord as a result of any claim, demand or judicial or administrative action by any person or entity (including governmental or private entities) for, with respect to, or as a direct or indirect result of, the presence on or under or the escape, seepage, leakage, spillage, discharge, emission or release from the Premises of any Hazardous Materials caused by Tenant or Tenant’s employees, agents, invitees or contractors. This indemnity shall also apply to any release of Hazardous Materials caused by a fire or other casualty to the Premises if such Hazardous Materials were stored on the Premises by Tenant, its agents, employees, invitees or successors in interest.
(d) For purposes of this Lease, “Hazardous Materials” means any chemical, compound, material, substance or other matter that: (i) is defined as a hazardous substance, hazardous material or waste, or toxic substance pursuant to any Hazardous Materials Requirements, (ii) is regulated, controlled or governed by any Hazardous Materials Requirements, (iii) is petroleum or a petroleum product, or (iv) is asbestos, formaldehyde, a radioactive material, drug, bacteria, virus, or other injurious or potentially injurious material (by itself or in combination with other materials).
(e) The warranties and indemnities contained in this paragraph 24 shall survive the termination of this Lease.
SUBORDINATION; ATTORNMENT; ESTOPPEL
25. (a) This Lease and all of Tenant’s rights hereunder are and shall be subject and subordinate to all currently existing and future mortgages affecting the Premises. Within ten (10) days after the receipt of a written request from Landlord or any Landlord mortgagee, Tenant shall confirm such subordination by executing and delivering Landlord and Landlord’s mortgagee a recordable subordination agreement and such other documents as may be reasonably requested, in form and content satisfactory to Landlord and Landlord’s mortgagee. Provided, however, as a condition to Tenant’s obligation to execute and deliver any such subordination agreement, the applicable mortgagee must agree that mortgagee shall not unilaterally, materially alter this Lease and this Lease shall not be divested by foreclosure or other default proceedings thereunder so long as Tenant shall not be in default under the terms of this Lease beyond any applicable cure period set forth herein. Tenant acknowledges that any Landlord mortgagee has the right to subordinate at any time its interest in this Lease and the leasehold estate to that of Tenant, without Tenant’s consent.
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(b) If Landlord sells, transfers, or conveys its interest in the Premises or this Lease, or if the same is foreclosed judicially or nonjudicially, or otherwise acquired, by a Landlord mortgagee, upon the request of Landlord or Landlord’s successor, Tenant shall attorn to said successor, provided said successor accepts the Premises subject to this Lease. Tenant shall, upon the request of Landlord or Landlord’s successor, execute an attornment agreement confirming the same, in form and substance acceptable to Landlord or Landlord’s successor and Landlord shall thereupon be released and discharged from all its covenants and obligations under this Lease, except those obligations that have accrued prior to such sale, transfer or conveyance; and Tenant agrees to look solely to the successor in interest of Landlord for the performance of those covenants accruing after such sale, transfer or conveyance. Such agreement shall provide, among other things, that said successor shall not be bound by (a) any prepayment of more than one (1) month’s rental (except the Security Deposit) or (b) any material amendment of this Lease made after the later of the Lease Commencement Date or the date that such successor’s lien or interest first arose, unless said successor shall have consented to such amendment.
(c) Within ten (10) days after request from Landlord, Tenant shall execute and deliver to Landlord an estoppel certificate (to be prepared by Landlord and delivered to Tenant) with appropriate facts then in existence concerning the status of this Lease and Tenant’s occupancy, and with any exceptions thereto noted in writing by Tenant. Tenant’s failure to execute and deliver the Estoppel Certificate within said ten (10) day period shall be deemed to make conclusive and binding upon Tenant in favor of Landlord and any potential mortgagee or transferee the statements contained in such estoppel certificate without exception.
ABANDONMENT
26. Tenant shall not abandon the Premises at any time during the Lease term. If Tenant shall abandon the Premises or be dispossessed by process of law, any personal property belonging to Tenant and left on the Premises, at the option of Landlord, shall be deemed abandoned, and available to Landlord to use or sell to offset any rent due or any expenses incurred by removing same and restoring the Premises.
NOTICES
27. All notices required or permitted under this Lease shall be in writing and shall be personally delivered or sent by U.S. certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices to Tenant shall be delivered or sent to the address shown at the beginning of this Lease, except that upon Tenant taking possession of the Premises, then the Premises shall be Tenant’s address for such purposes. Notices to Landlord shall be delivered or sent to the address shown at the beginning of this Lease and notices to Agent, if any, shall be delivered or sent to the address set forth in Paragraph 3 hereof. All notices shall be effective upon delivery. Any party may change its notice address upon written notice to the other parties, given as provided herein.
BROKERS
28. Except as expressly provided herein, Tenant and Landlord agree to indemnify and hold each other harmless from any and all claims of brokers, consultants or real estate agents by, through or under the indemnifying party for fees or commissions arising out of the lease of the Property to Tenant. Tenant and Landlord represent and warrant to each other that: (i) except as to the brokers designated below (“Brokers”), they have not employed nor engaged any brokers, consultants or real estate agents to be involved in this transaction and (ii) that the compensation of the Brokers is established by and shall be governed by separate agreements entered into as amongst the Brokers, the Tenant and/or the Landlord.
N/A (“Listing Agency”),
_______________ (“Listing Agent” — License # )
Acting as: ¨ Landlord’s Agent; ¨ Dual Agent
N/A (“Leasing Agency”),
_______________ (“Leasing Agent”- License # )
Acting as: ¨ Tenant’s Agent; ¨ Landlord’s (Sub)Agent; ¨ Dual Agent
GENERAL TERMS
29. (a) “Landlord” as used in this Lease shall include the undersigned, its heirs, representatives, assigns and successors in title to the Premises. “Agent” as used in this Lease shall mean the party designated as same in Paragraph 3, its heirs, representatives, assigns and successors. “Tenant” shall include the undersigned and its heirs, representatives, assigns and successors, and if this Lease shall be validly assigned or sublet, shall include also Tenant’s assignees or sublessees as to the Premises covered by such assignment or sublease. “Landlord”, “Tenant”, and “Agent” include male and female, singular and plural, corporation, partnership or individual, as may fit the particular parties.
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(b) No failure of Landlord to exercise any power given Landlord hereunder or to insist upon strict compliance by Tenant of its obligations hereunder and no custom or practice of the parties at variance with the terms hereof shall constitute a waiver of Landlord’s right to demand exact compliance with the terms hereof. All rights, powers and privileges conferred hereunder upon parties hereto shall be cumulative and not restrictive of those given by law.
(c) Time is of the essence in this Lease.
(d) This Lease may be executed in one or more counterparts, which taken together, shall constitute one and the same original document. Copies of original signature pages of this Lease may be exchanged via facsimile or e-mail, and any such copies shall constitute originals. This Lease constitutes the sole and entire agreement among the parties hereto and no modification of this Lease shall be binding unless in writing and signed by all parties hereto. The invalidity of one or more provisions of this Lease shall not affect the validity of any other provisions hereof and this Lease shall be construed and enforced as if such invalid provisions were not included.
(e) Each signatory to this Lease represents and warrants that he or she has full authority to sign this Lease and such instruments as may be necessary to effectuate any transaction contemplated by this Lease on behalf of the party for whom he or she signs and that his or her signature binds such party. The parties acknowledge and agree that: (i) the initials lines at the bottom of each page of this Lease are merely evidence of their having reviewed thee terms of each page, and (ii) the complete execution of such initials lines shall not be a condition of the effectiveness of this Lease.
(f) Upon request by either Landlord or Tenant, the parties hereto shall execute a short form lease (memorandum of lease) in recordable form, setting forth such provisions hereof (other than the amount of annual rental and other sums due) as either party may wish to incorporate. The cost of recording such memorandum of lease shall be borne by the party requesting execution of same.
(g) If legal proceedings are instituted to enforce any provision of this Lease, the prevailing party in the proceeding shall be entitled to recover from the non-prevailing party reasonable attorneys fees and court costs incurred in connection with the proceeding.
SPECIAL STIPULATIONS
x If this box is checked, additional terms of this Lease are set forth on Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. (Note: Under North Carolina law, real estate agents are not permitted to draft lease provisions.)
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THIS DOCUMENT IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT. EXECUTION OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS LEGAL CONSEQUENCES THAT COULD BE ENFORCEABLE IN A COURT OF LAW. THE NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS CONCERNING THE LEGAL SUFFICIENCY, LEGAL EFFECT OR TAX CONSEQUENCES OF THIS DOCUMENT OR THE TRANSACTION TO WHICH IT RELATES AND RECOMMENDS THAT YOU CONSULT YOUR ATTORNEY.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have hereunto caused this Lease to be duly executed.
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EXHIBIT A
Property Description:
Office condo located at 209 New Edition Court, Cary, NC 27511
This condo is part of the Commonwealth Exchange Condo Association, Unit 209
Tax Parcel #0228475
Pin # 0763346454
Approx. 1288 Sq. Ft.
Tenant Initials MF Landlord Initials TK
EXHIBIT B
1. Rent: Rent shall be payable as follows:
Year 1: | $1,625.00 per month (12/1/17 – 11/30/18) |
Year 2: | $1,675.00 per month (12/1/18 – 11/30/19) |
Year 3: | $1,725.00 per month (12/1/19 – 11/30/20) |
2. Right to Renew: Tenant shall have the option of renewing this lease, upon written notice to Landlord at least 150 days prior to end of initial 3-year term of this lease, for one (1) additional term of five (5) years. Rent for renewal term shall be payable as follows:
If renewed for 5 additional years:
Year 4: | $1,775.00 per month (12/1/20 – 11/30/21) |
Year 5: | $1,825.00 per month (12/1/21 – 11/30/22) |
Year 6: | $1,875.00 per month (12/1/22 – 11/30/23) |
Year 7: | $1,925.00 per month (12/1/23 – 11/30/24) |
Year 8: | $1,975.00 per month (12/1/24 – 11/30/25) |
3. Landlord Work: Space will be delivered to tenant "as is."
4. Repairs: Tenant shall be responsible for all cost of interior repairs and any updates to the premises.
5. Landlord Contribution: Landlord agrees to contribute a onetime amount of $4,000.00 towards the cost of any new flooring or painting that tenant decides to add. Tenant agrees to submit copies of invoices to landlord of work done before funds are paid to tenant.
6. Rules and Regulations: Tenant agrees that at no time during the term of this Lease will smoking be allowed within the unit. Also, no pets of any kind are allowed on the premises.
7. Signage: Tenant shall have the right to install signage on the building at their own expense, once approved by Landlord, Property Owners Association, and meets City of Cary compliance.
Tenant Initials MF Landlord Initials TK
Exhibit 10.10
California
Residential Lease Agreement
This Lease Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered on October 01, 2015 (the “Effective Date”) by and between Henderson & Murphy LLC (the “Landlord”) and the following tenants:
Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC
(the “Tenant”)
Subject to the terms and conditions stated below the parties agree as follows:
1. Property. Landlord, in consideration of the lease payments provided in this Agreement, leases to Tenant the suite, described below, located at 24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691 (the “Property”). No other portion of the building wherein the Property is located is included unless expressly provided for in this Agreement.
Office description: Office space is 1984 sq. ft.
2. Term. This Agreement will begin on January 1, 2019 (the “Start Date”) and will terminate on December 31, 2020 (the “Termination Date”), and thereafter will be month-to-month on the same terms and conditions as stated herein, save any changes made pursuant to law, until terminated.
Tenant will vacate the Property upon termination of the Agreement, unless: (i) Landlord and Tenant have extended this Agreement in writing or signed a new agreement; (ii) mandated by local rent control law; or (iii) Landlord accepts Rent from Tenant (other than past due Rent), in which case a month-to-month tenancy will be created which either party may terminate by Tenant giving Landlord written notice of at least 30 days prior to the desired termination date, or by Landlord giving Tenant written notice as provided by law. Rent will be at a rate agreed to by Landlord and Tenant, or as allowed by law. All other terms and conditions of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect.
3. Management. The Tenant is hereby notified that Stephen G. Murphy is the property manager of the Property. Should the Tenant have any issues or concerns, the Tenant may contact Stephen G. Murphy by one of the methods below:
Address: 24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691.
Telephone: 949-466-4440
Email: steve@murphycacpa.com
4. Rent. Tenant will pay to Landlord rent in the amount of $3,968.00 (the “Rent”), payable in advance on the 1st day of each month, and is delinquent after fifth of month. If that day falls on a weekend or legal holiday, the rent is due on the next business day.
Payments should be sent to:
Payment address: 24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691, or at such other place as Landlord may designate from time to time.
Payments can be made by using one of the following methods of payment:
Acceptable forms of payment:
- | Direct deposit or by check |
Tenant agrees to submit rent payments by one of the methods above. No cash payments will be accepted. Tenant is responsible for any payment made by mail and not received by the due date stated herein. Mailed payments must be received on or before the due date. Rent payments for any partial month will be pro-rated at the rate of 1/30th of the monthly rent payment per day.
Landlord may apply any payment made by Tenant to any obligation owed by Tenant to Landlord regardless of any dates or directions that accompany a payment. Landlord has full discretion to accept or reject payments from or written by third parties. Landlord’s acceptance of a payment by a third party does not override the previous statement and Landlord will continue to have full discretion to accept or reject payments submitted or written by third parties. Monthly rent payments received in prior months to which the payment is due will be held by the Landlord uncashed in a secured location and deposited on the first of the month.
5. Security Deposit. At the time of signing this Agreement, tenant must deposit with Landlord the sum of $2,500.00 (the “Security Deposit”), receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, as security for any damage caused to the Property during the term thereof. The maximum amount that Landlord may receive as the Security Deposit cannot exceed two (2) months rent if the Property is unfurnished or three (3) months rent if the Property is furnished. Tenant expressly may not use the Security Deposit in lieu of payment of rent. All or any portion of the Security Deposit may be used to: (i) repair damage, excluding ordinary wear and tear, caused by Tenant and/or by a guest of the Tenant; (ii) clean Property, if necessary, upon termination of tenancy; (iii) replace Landlord’s personal property or appurtenances; and (iv) cure Tenant’s default in payment of rent, or other sums due.
In compliance with Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5, the Security Deposit will be returned to Tenant, without interest, and less any set off for damages to the Property within 21 days of the date of termination of this Agreement, or the Tenant’s last day of occupancy, whichever occurs later. Landlord will provide Tenant with an itemized statement indicating the amount of the Security Deposit and the basis for any and all applicable damages. Landlord must include documents showing charges incurred: (i) if owner or owner’s employee performs work, the owner must specify the hours required and hourly rate; and (ii) if 3rd party performs the work, Landlord will provide invoices, bills or receipts from the 3rd party. No interest will be paid on the Security Deposit unless required by local ordinance.
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6. Late Payments. Tenant and Landlord agree that Landlord will sustain costs and damages as a result of any late payment of rent but that it will be extremely difficult to determine with specificity the actual amount of that damage. Therefore, Tenant agrees to pay a service charge of $25.00 for the handling of late rent payments received by the Landlord 5 days after the due date. The parties agree that this late charge represents a fair and reasonable estimate of the costs and damages that Landlord will incur by reason of late payment by the Tenant.
The late charge period is not a grace period and Landlord is entitled to make a written demand for any unpaid rent on the next day after the due date. Payment of the late charge does not cure the late payment for purposes of establishing habitual late payment of rent. Landlord and Tenant agree that five (5) late payments in any 12 month period will constitute habitual late payment of rent and may be considered a just cause for eviction.
7. Failure to Pay. Pursuant to California Civil Code §§ 1785.26, Tenant is hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on Tenants’ credit history may be submitted to a credit reporting agency if Tenant fails to fulfill the terms of their credit obligations, such as their financial obligations under the terms of this Agreement.
8. Possession. Tenant will be entitled to possession of the Property on the first day of the term of this Agreement, and will yield possession to Landlord on the last day of the term of this Agreement, unless otherwise agreed by both parties in writing. At the expiration of the term, Tenant will remove its goods and effects ad peaceably yield up the Property to Landlord in as good as condition as when delivered to Tenant, ordinary wear and tear excepted.
9. Keys and Locks. Tenant will be given a set number of keys for the Property. If all keys are not returned to Landlord following termination of the Agreement, Tenant will be charged a monetary fee to replace the keys. If a security deposit was collected by the Landlord at the time of signing this Agreement, then such amount will be subtracted from the Security Deposit. Tenant is not permitted to change any lock or place additional locking devices on any door or window of the Property without Landlord’s approval prior to installation. If allowed, Tenant must provide Landlord with keys to any changed lock immediately upon installation.
10. Smoking. Smoking is prohibited in any area in or on the Property, both private and common, whether enclosed or outdoors. This policy applies to all owners, tenants, guests, employees, and servicepersons. The Tenant will be liable for any damages caused to the Property due to Tenant or Tenant’s visitors or guests smoking in or on the Property. Any violation of this policy will be seen as a breach of this Agreement and Landlord will be entitled to all remedies allowable by law including eviction.
11. Maintenance and Repairs. Tenant will, at Tenant’s expense, and at all times maintain the Property in a clean and sanitary manner including all furniture, furnishings, and appliances therein and will surrender the same upon termination of tenancy in the same condition received, except for normal wear and tear. Tenant will be responsible for all damages in about the Property caused by Tenant’s negligence and that of their family or invitees or guests. Tenant will be responsible for checking and maintaining all smoke detectors. Tenant will immediately notify Landlord, in writing, of any problem, malfunction, or damage. Such notice will also be deemed permission to enter the Property to perform such maintenance or repairs in accordance with California Civil Code § 1954 unless specifically requested by Tenant.
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12. Utilities and Services. Tenant will pay directly for all utilities, services and electricity.
13. Default. Tenant will be in default of this Agreement if Tenant fails to comply with any material provisions of this Agreement by which Tenant is bound. Subject to any governing provisions of law to the contrary, if Tenant fails to cure any financial obligation (or any other obligation) after written notice of such default is provided by Landlord to Tenant, Landlord may elect to cure such default and the cost of such action will be added to Tenant’s financial obligations under this Agreement. All sums of money or charges required to be paid by Tenant under this Agreement will be additional rent, whether or not such sums or charges are designated as additional rent. The rights provided by this paragraph are cumulative in nature and are in addition to any other rights afforded by law.
14. Holding Over. Should the Tenant hold over the term hereby created with consent of the Landlord, the term of this lease will become a month-to-month tenancy and be deemed to be and be extended at the rental rate herein provided, and otherwise upon the terms and conditions in this Agreement, until either party hereto serves upon the other thirty (30) days written notice of termination, reflecting the effective date of cancellation.
15. Insurance. Landlord’s insurance does not cover Tenants or Tenants’ client’s personal property. Tenant is required to carry Tenant’s own policy of liability insurance to avoid loss from any unforeseen incidents or Acts of God. Tenant agrees to carry a one million ($1,000,000.00) liability insurance policy.
16. Condition of Property. Tenant stipulates, represents and warrants that Tenant has examined the Property, and that it is at the time of this Agreement in good order, repair, and in a safe, clean and tenantable condition.
17. Alterations and Improvements. Tenant will make no alterations to the buildings or improvements to the Property or construct any building or make any other improvements on the Property without the prior written consent of Landlord. Any and all alterations, changes, and/or improvements built, constructed or placed on the Property by Tenant will, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between Landlord and Tenant, be and become the property of Landlord and remain on the Property at the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement.
18. Carbon Monoxide Alarm. Pursuant to California Health & Safety Code § 17926.1, Landlord warrants the Property currently has a carbon monoxide alarm in place and is operational. Landlord will be responsible for the repair and replacement of any missing or nonfunctional carbon monoxide alarm upon written request from the Tenant.
19. Hazardous Materials Disclosure. Pursuant to the regulations of Proposition 65, enacted by the voters of the State of California, Landlord hereby makes the following required disclosure: Warning - The Premises contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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20. Notice. Notice under this Agreement will not be deemed valid unless given or served in writing and forwarded by mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the party at the appropriate address set forth below. Such addresses may be changed from time to time by either party by providing notice as set forth below. Notices mailed in accordance with these provisions will be deemed received on the third day after posting.
Landlord:
Henderson & Murphy LLC
24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691
Property Manager:
Stephen G. Murphy
24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691
Tenant:
Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC
24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691
Such addresses may be changed from time to time by any party by providing notice as set forth above.
Receipt
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Tenant | Landlord | |||||||
Security Deposit: | $ | 2,500.00 | /s/ | |||||
Prorated rent for the Period: | $ | / | /s/ | |||||
Prepaid rent for the Period: | $ | / | /s/ | |||||
January 2019 Rent | $ | / | /s/ | |||||
Total Charges Received: | $ | 2,500.00 | /s/ |
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Landlord and Tenant have executed this Agreement in the manner prescribed by law as of the Effective Date.
Landlord: | |||||
By: | /s/ Stephen G. Murphy | Date: | 12/31/18 | ||
Stephen G. Murphy, for Henderson & Murphy LLC | |||||
24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140 | |||||
Mission Viejo, California 92691 |
Tenant: | ||||||
Fathom Realty Holdings, LLC | ||||||
By: | /s/ Veronica Salmon | Date: | 12/31/18 | |||
By: | Veronica Salmon | |||||
Vice President of Finance |
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California Lease Agreement
Inspection Checklist
Address: | 24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 140, Mission Viejo, California 92691 |
Tenant has inspected the Property and states that the Property is in satisfactory condition, free of defects, except as noted below:
Fathom Realty Holdings, Inc. | ||||||
By: | /s/ Veronica Salmon | Date: | 12/31/18 | |||
By: | Veronica Salmon | |||||
Vice President of Finance |
Acknowledged by Landlord: | |||||
Henderson & Murphy LLC | |||||
By: | /s/ Stephen G. Murphy | Date: | 12/31/18 |
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Exhibit 10.11
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Customer Subscription Agreement
kvCORE Platform for Enterprise
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Company Name: Fathom Realty
Customer Name: Josh Harley / Marco Fregenal
Phone 1: 214-228-0301 Phone 2: 919-434-3975
Email:marco@fathomrealty.com Website URL: http://fathomrealty.com
Office Address: Cary, NC - Multiple Office Locations
PACKAGE OPTIONS INCLUDED
The kvCORE Platform for All Agents | Additional Enterprise Features | |
- LeadEngine - Websites & IDX Homesearch - SmartCRM - Listings CRM - Transactions Integrations - Marketing Autopilot - Business Analytics - Marketplace |
- Company WordPress Website - Data & Integration Support - Enterprise 'White-Label' Platform - 'Company Cloud' and SSO Dashboard - Advanced Company Lead Routing - Transaction & Back-End Integrations
Optional Enterprise Add-Ons |
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(Additional Cost) | ||
Mobile Apps for All Agents | - Team Add-Ons | |
- kvCORE Mobile App for Agents - Integrated Mobile Dialer - Millions Mapped (as available) - Klient (as available) |
- Marketing & SEO Services - Additional Customization Options |
Agent Licenses: 1600 Admin Licenses: 20 Partner Licenses: 10 MLS Boards: 55
Additional Agent Licenses beyond Licenses included above: $9 per agent per month (in batches of 10)
MLS 1: See Full List | MLS 2: __________________ |
Additional MLS: see list at: http://www.fathomrealty.com/idx/sitemap.html
MLS and website setup paperwork is due within thirty (30) days of the execution date of this Customer Subscription Agreement (Agreement). Failure to provide the necessary MLS/Broker documentation and information required for site setup and launch will be subject to monthly recurring subscription fees starting thirty (30) days after you sign this Agreement.
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SUBSCRIPTION TERM
Subscription Start Date: 05/1/18 Number of Initial Subscription Payments 36
The Term of the Agreement {the "Subscription Term") shall commence on the Subscription Start Date set forth above or the date the website is launched, whichever is earlier, and continue until the Number of Initial Subscription Payments (the "Initial Subscription Payments") specified above, together with any Renewal Period(s) has been received by Inside Real Estate ("IRE"). The Agreement will automatically renew at the end of the Subscription Term for an additional twelve (12) payment renewal period (each, a "Renewal Period") unless Customer provides a written cancellation notice to IRE at least thirty (30) days prior to the end of the Initial or Renewal Periods.
The Agreement may be terminated within the Initial or Renewal Term: (a) by either party if the other party becomes the subject of a petition in bankruptcy or other proceeding relating to insolvency, receivership, liquidation or assignment for the benefit of creditors, (b) by IRE immediately upon Customer's failure to make any payment required under the Agreement or the Terms and Conditions, or (c) in the event of an uncured material breach must be documented as such to the breaching party with a sixty (60) day notice that the breach is material; if the noted breach goes uncured for sixty (60) days from date of notice, then such applicable party may then terminate immediately upon written notice to the other party.
Customer Initials: MF
SOFTWARE PACKAGE, SUBSCRIPTION & MARKETPLACE ADD ONS
One-Time Implementation Fee: 28,500 Monthly Recurring Subscription Fee: Exhibit 1
Monthly Marketing Fee: Add. Monthly MLS Fee:
AGREE & SIGNATURE
By acknowledging and signing below, I agree to the terms of this Agreement and the terms and conditions incorporated herein and that may be updated from time to time. I have authority to enter this agreement on behalf of the Company above and agree to be responsible for all fees due under the agreement and acknowledge that all such fees and charges are nonrefundable. I authorize IRE to bill my selected form of payment, or other forms of payment as provided, for the duration of the Term of this Agreement.
x I Agree to the Terms & Conditions
Name: | Marco Fregenal | Title: | COO/CFO | |
Signature: | /s/ Marco Fregenal | Date: | Dec 8, 2017 |
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INSIDERE, LLC CUSTOMER SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
1.1. InsideRE, LLC ("IRE" also known as "Inside Real Estate" or "Kunversion") provides its services ("Package") as defined in the Subscription Agreement ("Agreement") to the person or entity and its users ("Customer", "You" or "you") identified on the Agreement subject to these terms and conditions ("T&Cs"), as may be amended from time to time.
1.2. By signing the Agreement or by accessing the Package, Customer represents and acknowledges Customer has read, understood, and agrees (a) to be bound by these T&Cs, and the provisions of the Agreement, (b) that the information Customer provides is accurate, complete, and is within Customer's right to use. If Customer is a company or another legal entity, the individual signing on behalf of the Customer represents that he or she has the authority to bind Customer and its affiliates to these T&Cs.
1.3. Customer acknowledges that these T&Cs constitute a contractual agreement between Customer and IRE, are incorporated into the Agreement, and that these T&Cs govern Customer's use of the Package and supersede any other agreements between Customer and IRE.
2. PURCHASED PACKAGE
2.1. IRE shall make available to Customer during the Subscription Term, as defined in Section 7.1, the purchased Package as specified on the Agreement and pursuant to these T&Cs.
2.2. IRE shall use commercially reasonable efforts to make the Package available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except for: (a) planned downtime, (b) any unavailability caused by circumstances beyond IRE's reasonable control, including without limitation, acts of God, acts of government, floods, fires, earthquakes, civil unrest, acts of terror, strikes or other labor problems, listings feed outages or failures, Internet service provider failures or delays, or denial of service attacks. IRE's obligations shall be limited to providing the Package only in accordance with applicable laws and government regulations. Customer acknowledges that the Package may be subject to other limitations, such as: (i) limits on disk storage space, (ii) the number of calls IRE's customers are permitted to make against IRE's application programming interface, and (iii) limitations imposed by third party service providers enabling the Customer to provide public websites with limited page views.
2.3. Customer cannot have more than one thousand (1,000) contacts per agent in total across the account without express written approval from IRE.
3. OBLIGATIONS & RIGHTS SURROUNDING CUSTOMER DATA
3.1. Protection of Data: IRE shall maintain commercially reasonable levels of administrative, physical, and technical safeguards for protection of the security, confidentiality, and integrity of data, content and media supplied by Customer for inclusion in the Package ("Customer Data”).
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3.2. Customer Data Rights: Subject to the limited rights granted by Customer hereunder, IRE acquires no right, title or interest from Customer or Customer licensors under these T&Cs in or to Customer Data, including any intellectual property rights therein. Customer grants IRE the right to use non-Customer specific aggregated data for use by IRE to create business and best practice metrics. Further, IRE does not claim copyright to Customer Data, and IRE shall not be held liable for Customer Data on the website or any uses made of Customer Data. For more details on IRE's DMCA policy please visit our website page at: www.insiderealestate.com/dmca-policy/.
Customer represents and warrants to IRE that Customer has all necessary rights, permissions, licenses and other authority to use the Customer Data as anticipated under these T&Cs. Customer shall indemnify and hold harmless IRE and its owners, officers, managers, members, employees, agents, contractors, successors and assigns from and against any damages, claims, injury, costs and expenses, including, without limitation, attorney fees and court costs, arising out of the use of Customer Data as anticipated under these T&Cs. IRE reserves the right to suspend or remove Customer's website or portions thereof if IRE determines, in its sole discretion, that (i) significant doubt exists as to Customer's right to use any portion of Customer Data, (ii) any Customer Data is offensive, immoral, obscene, illegal, or likely to incite or encourage illegal or dangerous acts, or (iii) any Customer Data may harm IRE's reputation or hinder its ability to provide its services to other customers.
3.3. Return of Customer Data. Upon written request by Customer made within thirty (30) days after the date of termination of the Subscription Term and payment in full of all outstanding fees, IRE shall make available to Customer for download a file of Customer Data that IRE has defined at the time as exportable. Exportable Customer Data may include some or all agent, contact and lender information; front end website style design settings and files which the Customer has paid for through a Custom Design & Layout Work; images owned by Customer. Additionally, Customer may be able to receive or download periodic backups of some or all of the Customer Data throughout the Subscription Term based on a request to the IRE support team, no more often than quarterly. IRE shall have no obligation to maintain or provide any Customer Data and may delete Customer Data after the aforementioned thirty (30) day period.
3.4. MLS/IDX Instructions. IRE will need to begin the process of setting up your IDX connection.
Depending on the individual Multiple Listing Service (each, and "MLS") either a vendor agreement will need to be signed with the MLS, or if no vendor agreement is required by the MLS, you will need to provide your login and password. After IRE receives Customer's MLS connection information, IRE will get the process started and determine what is required. The MLS may charge a fee for data access, vender access, or annual fees. IRE is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any IDX setup or access fees. This includes any fees assessed to the vendor. Any fees charged to the vendor on Customer's behalf will be billed back to Customer on the monthly billing or invoice if applicable.
4. FEES AND PAYMENT FOR PACKAGES
4.1. Payment: Customer is responsible for all payments and fees as specified in the Agreement, including Implementation Fee, Monthly Recurring Subscription Fees, Monthly Marketing Fees and Monthly MLS Fees, and Communication Fees (collectively, "Fees") as described herein.
(i) Implementation Fee. Implementation Fees, as indicated on the Agreement, include but are not limited to to the amounts specified for initial implementation of the Package. The Implementation Fee shall be due and billed on the executed date of the Agreement.
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(ii) Monthly Recurring Subscription Fees. Subscription Fees, as indicated on the Agreement, include but are not limited to the amounts specified for use of the Package during the Subscription Term as defined in Section 7.1. Monthly Recurring Subscription Fees will be due and automatically billed monthly commencing on the Subscription Start Date and continuing each month through the Subscription Term.
(iii) Post Order Fees. Post Order Fees include all Fees added to the Package and agreed to by the Customer in writing or via email after the date of signing of the Agreement. Post Order Fees shall be due and billed at the time IRE receives Customer's request to add related services to Customer's Package.
(iv) MLS Fees. MLS Fees include charges both direct and indirect associated with connecting Customer websites with required MLS data feeds. MLS Fees will be due and billed as incurred by IRE.
(v) Communication Fees. Communication Fees include emails, minutes, texts or other usage-based forms of communication.
(vi) Marketing Fees. Marketing Fees include advertisements placed through various online services (Google, Facebook, etc.) and are billed monthly as specified in the Agreement. Customer must notify IRE by the fifteenth (15th) of the month prior to the month the online Marketing is to be cancelled. (For example: Customer must notify IRE no later than December 15th to cancel marketing scheduled to take place in January.)
4.2. Billing Method, Customer will provide IRE with valid and updated credit card or automated clearing house (ACH) information ("Billing Method") throughout the Subscription Term. By providing the Billing Method to IRE, Customer authorizes IRE to charge such Billing Method for the Implementation Fee and the Subscription Fees under the Package.
4.3. Payment Obligations. Payment obligations are non-cancelable and fees paid are non-refundable. Customer agrees that, due to the nature of the Package services, all Fees are due under these T&Cs regardless of Customer's use of the Package. IRE reserves the right to suspend Package and remove any Customer website from viewing on the Internet if any payment from Customer is not made when due. In cases where collection proves necessary, Customer agrees to pay all fees (including all attorney's fees and court costs) incurred throughout the process. All payments must be made in U.S. dollars.
4.4. Taxes: Unless otherwise stated, IRE's fees do not include any taxes, levies, duties or similar governmental assessments of any nature, including but not limited to value-added, sales, use or withholding taxes, assessable by any local, state, provincial, federal or foreign jurisdiction (collectively, "Taxes"). Customer is responsible for paying all Taxes associated with Package hereunder. If IRE has the legal obligation to pay or collect Taxes for which Customer is responsible under this paragraph, the appropriate amount shall be charged via Customer's Billing Method, unless Customer provides IRE with a valid tax exemption certificate authorized by the appropriate taxing authority.
5. PROPRIETARY RIGHTS
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5.1. Reservation of Rights in Package: Subject to the limited rights expressly granted hereunder, IRE reserves all rights, title and interest in and to the Package, including all related intellectual property rights. No rights are granted to Customer hereunder other than as expressly set forth herein.
Copyright to the finished website design, other design-based elements, and special functionality produced by IRE are owned by IRE or used by IRE by permission. Once payment under the Agreement and these T&Cs, including any additional charges incurred, has been received, Customer will be assigned rights to use the Package subject to these T&Cs. Rights to photos, graphics, source code, work-up files, and computer programs specifically are not transferred to Customer, and remain the property of their respective owners. In cases where customers pay for customized cascading style sheets ("CSS"), both Customer and IRE will have rights to future use of those CSS files and hereby grant each other reciprocal, royalty-free, worldwide, irrevocable, perpetual licenses for such use. IRE, its licensors, employees and subcontractors retain the ownership, copyright, and distribution rights to themes, templates, designs and any other products or derivatives of such work; and retain the right to display graphics and other web design elements as examples of their work in their respective portfolios. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, any use by Customer granted in these T&Cs of intellectual property described in this Section 5.1 shall be deemed to be used under a license (or sublicense, as the case may be) hereby granted by IRE subject to the payments required herein and to IRE's right to terminate such license by terminating the Agreement as allowed hereunder. "InsideRE," "Inside Real Estate," and "Kunversion" and other IRE marks and logos are service marks and trademarks of IRE.
5.2. Restrictions: Customer shall not personally use the Package, or allow others to access the Package to, (a) create derivative works based on the Package except as authorized herein, (b) copy, frame or mirror any part or content of the Package, other than copying or framing on Customer's own intranets for internal business purposes, (c) reverse engineer the Package, (d) facilitate or allow mass communications such as email or text message 'blasts' to contacts that are have not expressly opted-in to such communications, (e) use any part of the Package in ways that can be considered an abuse of the package or (f) build a competitive product or service, or (g) copy any features, functions or graphics of the Package.
5.3. Suggestions: IRE shall have a royalty-free, worldwide, irrevocable, perpetual license to use and incorporate into the Package and its design and functionalities, whether for Customer use or for any other uses, any suggestions, enhancement requests, recommendations or other feedback provided by Customer, including users, relating to the operation of the Package.
5.4. TCPA Notice and Disclaimer: Transmitting unsolicited voice and text messages (as well as other forms of communication) is heavily restricted and regulated under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA") and other laws as well as various jurisdictions' laws and regulations. You should consult your legal advisor to ensure compliance with the TCPA and related laws. IRE makes no representations regarding the content and manner of transmission of any text, phone or other communication you may make.
5.5. Customer Communications & Compliance with Laws. Customer is solely responsible for the content of any and all communications and the means of communication (phone, fax, text, etc.) with any third parties, including customers, potential customers, leads or other individuals or entities, and Customer is solely responsible for complying with any laws, Taxes and tariffs applicable in any way to the Package or any other services contemplated herein.
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5.6. Indemnification. Customer agrees to and shall indemnify and hold harmless IRE, its owners, officers, managers, members, employees, agents, contractors, successors and assigns from and against any damages, claims, injury, costs and expenses, including, without limitation, attorney fees and court costs, arising from or related to (i)Customer's exercise of Internet electronic commerce, (ii) any failure to comply with any laws, Taxes, and tariffs, (iii) any violation of the TCPA and/or related statutes (federal and state), (iv) Customer's violation of these T&Cs, and (v) Customer's use of the Package, its website, services provided by IRE in connection therewith, and any information obtained as a result thereof.
Customer agrees to cooperate as fully as reasonably required in the defense of any claims, including asserting any available defenses. IRE reserves the right, at its own expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any claims or matter otherwise subject to indemnification by Customer and Customer shall not in any event settle any claims without IRE's prior written consent.
5.7. Equitable Relief: You acknowledge that a breach of any proprietary rights provision of these T&Cs may cause us irreparable damage, for which the award of damages would not be adequate compensation. Consequently, we may institute an action to enjoin you from any and all acts in violation of those provisions, which remedy shall be cumulative and not exclusive, and we may seek the entry of an injunction enjoining any breach or threatened breach of those provisions, in addition to any other relief to which we may be entitled at law or in equity.
6. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, IRE MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. IN NO EVENT SHALL IRE'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE AGREEMENT AND THESE T&CS (WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR UNDER ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY) EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY CUSTOMER HEREUNDER DURING THE PREVIOUS 12 MONTHS. THE FOREGOING SHALL NOT LIMIT CUSTOMER PAYMENT OBLIGATIONS UNDER SECTION 4 (FEES AND PAYMENT FOR PACKAGE). IN NO EVENT SHALL IRE HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR REVENUES OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, COVER OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES HOWEVER CAUSED, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR UNDER ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, AND WHETHER OR NOT IRE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER SHALL NOT APPLY TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
7. TERM AND TERMINATION
7.1. Subscription Term: The Term of the Agreement (the "Subscription Term") shall commence on the Subscription Start Date set forth in the Agreement or the date the website is launched, whichever is earlier, and continue until the Number of Initial Subscription Payments (the "Initial Subscription Payments") specified above, together with any Renewal Period(s) has been received by IRE. The Agreement will automatically renew at the end of the Subscription Term for an additional twelve (12) payment renewal period (each, a "Renewal Period") unless Customer provides a written cancellation notice to IRE at least thirty (30) days prior to the end of the Initial or Renewal Periods.
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7.2. Termination; The Agreement may be terminated within the initial or renewal term; (a) by either party if the other party becomes the subject of a petition in bankruptcy or any other proceeding relating to insolvency, receivership, liquidation or assignment for the benefit of creditors, (b) by IRE immediately upon Customer's failure to make any payment required under the Agreement or these T&Cs, or (c) in the event of an uncured material breach, which material breach must be documented as such to the breaching party with a sixty (60)-day notice that the breach is material; if the noted breach goes uncured for sixty (60) days from date of notice, then such applicable party may then terminate immediately upon written notice to the other party.
7.3. Payment upon Termination: Upon termination by IRE under Section 7.2, Customer shall pay any unpaid fees covering the remainder of the Subscription Term for all Packages. In no event shall any termination by IRE pursuant to Section 7.2 above relieve Customer of the obligation to pay any fees payable to IRE hereunder for the full Subscription Term.
7.4. Surviving Provisions. Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 of these T&Cs shall survive any termination or expiration of the Agreement.
7.5. Notices. Except as otherwise specified in these T&Cs, all notices, permissions and approvals hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been given upon: (a) personal delivery, (b) the second business day after mailing, or (c) the first business day after sending by email.
8. GENERAL PROVISIONS
8.1. Independent Contractors. The parties are independent contractors. Neither the Agreement nor these T&Cs creates a partnership, franchise, joint venture, agency, brokerage, fiduciary or employment relationship between the parties.
8.2. Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries to the Agreement or these T&Cs.
8.3. No Waiver; Severability. No failure or delay by either party in exercising any right under the Agreement or these T&Cs shall constitute a waiver of that right. If any provision of the Agreement or these T&Cs is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be contrary to law, the provision shall be modified by the court and interpreted so as best to accomplish the objectives of the original provision to the fullest extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions of the Agreement and these T&Cs shall remain in effect.
8.4. Customer may not assign any of its rights or obligations hereunder, whether by operation of law or otherwise, without the prior written consent of IRE. IRE reserves the right to assign its rights and delegate its duties under the Agreement and these T&Cs in its sole discretion. Subject to the foregoing, the Agreement and these T&Cs shall bind and inure to the benefit of the parties, their respective heirs, successors and assigns.
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8.5. Entire Agreement. These T&Cs, including all exhibits and addenda hereto, and the Agreement constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals or representations, written or oral, concerning its subject matter. Notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, no terms or conditions stated in Customer purchase orders or other order documentation (excluding Subscription Agreements) shall be incorporated into or form any part of these T&Cs, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void.
8.6. Amendment to Agreement; Changes to These T&Cs. No modification, amendment, or waiver of any provision of the Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and either signed or accepted electronically by the party against whom the modification, amendment or waiver is to be asserted.
We reserve the right to change or modify these T&Cs and our DMCA Policy in our sole discretion at any time. Any such change or modification shall be effective immediately upon posting to our website and apply to all access, use, and viewing of our website and provision of the Package thereafter. We agree to take reasonable steps to notify you of any such changes or modifications, but you agree to review our website periodically to be aware of any changes or modifications. Your only right with respect to any dissatisfaction with any modification, service-related change, or elimination made pursuant to this section, is to elect to not renew the Agreement pursuant to Section 7.1 above.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, your continued use of the Package will be deemed your conclusive acceptance of all such changed or modified terms and conditions.
To the extent of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions in the body of these T&Cs and any exhibit or addendum hereto or any Agreement, the terms of such Agreement shall prevail provided such conflicting Agreement has been signed or accepted by IRE. IRE may evidence its acceptance of an Agreement either by countersigning and returning a copy to Customer or by beginning to provide the services requested thereunder and charging Customer as described therein.
8.7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Each party agrees that these T&Cs shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Utah without regard to such state's choice or conflicts of law rules. The parties further agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the applicable courts located in Salt Lake County, Utah. In any action to enforce or interpret these T&Cs, the substantially prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its attorney fees and court costs in addition to any other remedy to which it is entitled, whether such fees and costs are incurred in mediation, arbitration, litigation or on appeal.
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Exhibit 1: Package Detail & SOW
Exhibit to Customer Subscription Agreement for: Fathom Realty ("Customer").
Date: Dec 8, 2017
This exhibit provides a description of items included in the Package and pricing outlined in the Customer Subscription Agreement. This also includes a Statement of Work (SOW) for any customization for the Customer of the kvCORE Platform or websites.
1. Package Detail
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Optional Add-Ons (Software & Services)
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Marketplace Apps Prices Vary Part of the IRE solution is our Marketplace encompassing optional add-on apps and services. Some are paid, while many are free.
Agent Lead-Generation Packages Starts at $250/mo
Team Power Up Starts at $499/mo |
2. kvCORE Platform Configuration
The kvCORE Platform includes options for configuring company and individual office, team and agent settings. These settings are typically included in the kvCORE options for company admins to help administer. Company settings will be setup initially with the help of the IRE GoLive team.
Company 'White Label' Configuration
Customer will receive as a part of their kvCORE Platform, a White Label configuration. This includes a specific set of features and functionality for the Customer's kvCORE Platform, including the following:
- | Branded Dashboard & CRM - The kvCORE Platform will include branding and Customer company colors in the header and sidebar, and indicate that the solution is powered by kvCORE and IRE. |
- | Branded Login Page - The login page to the kvCORE Platform for the Customer Account will include branding and Customer company colors and indicate that the solution is powered by kvCORE and IRE. |
- | Company Cloud SSO - The Customer will be able to utilize the Single-Sign-On features of the Company Cloud to SSO to its other Apps as supported. |
- | Limited Marketplace App Control - The Customer may request certain Marketplace apps that are hidden based on the Customer's business model or preferences for its agents. Customer may also request certain Marketplace Apps are added for its agents. Requests are subject to approval by the IRE team. |
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3. Company Website Customization
IRE will provide services to Customer for a customized company website. These services will be provided according to an initial Project Plan created after initial planning meetings with Customer, and will include the following work and deliverables:
Services Provided | Amount Included & Description | |
Custom Website Design | Approximately 100 design and Implementation hours Included. Over 100 hours will be scoped and quoted to Customer for written approval. | |
Initial WordPress Setup & Configuration | Company WordPress website setup and configured for Customer. The site will include the lead captures, integrations, etc. to tie into Customer kvCORE Platform account. | |
Content Transition | IRE will assist in the Customer website content transition for content that can be imported directly into WordPress. For content that cannot, IRE will train Customer admin or staff on addition of content in WordPress. | |
Domains & Redirects | IRE will assist customer in setting up Customer's domain name and settings to route the domain name and DNS settings. IRE will also setup up to 50 traffic redirect rules to help ensure Customer's prior web traffic routes to the new website as well as possible. | |
SEO Coaching Session | IRE will help customer initially configure the website for SEO best practices and provide an initial coaching session to customer admins and staff for SEO best practices in content creation and ongoing use. |
Customer Initials: MF
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Exhibit 2: Deployment & Integrations
Exhibit to Customer Subscription Agreement for: Fathom Realty ("Customer").
Date: December 8, 2017
This exhibit provides a high-level set of plans and structure for the deployment of the kvCORE Platform for the Customer, including the methods for managing the Deployment & Onboarding Project (including training and schedules) as well as a description of Integrations and Data Transitions anticipated as part of the Deployment.
It's anticipated that changes or adjustments may be made to the plan as the Customer and Inside Real Estate work together and create the specific working project lists, deliverables, etc.
1. Project Management & Methods
IRE will dedicate an Enterprise Customer Success Manager to the account, who will configure and manage a Project Plan in our project management software, as well as facilitate meetings and communication.
The Customer's team will have direct access for real-time progress and updates. Regular calls will be held as scheduled or needed to facilitate planning and execution of the Project Plan.
IRE has launched thousands of Real Estate Brokerage accounts and has a proven process to ensure agents, offices, and the company achieve the highest value and adoption rates as possible. We follow a simple, 3-step process:
1. | Planning - We work together to plan the end-to-end onboarding process and define any specifics that are included in the project, including: training overview and calendars; project needs and details; |
2. | GoLive - The IRE team will work with you to provision and configure accounts, setup login access, execute on project plans and transition data. This is typically the busiest portion of the project for our team, and we work to keep communication open and clear as we progress. |
3. | Launch & Adoption - The launch and adoption phase is designed to help all agents, staff and admins get comfortable and motivated to use the platform and receive significant value in a short period of time. The launch and trainings happen during this period. We also help agents focus on activities that will immediately drive their business. We also co-host in-person and webinar trainings along with Train-the-Trainer sessions. |
In addition to the above overall process, a Transition Support Team is included, which is a dedicated set of individuals who provide assistance over and above our normal support team to help agents in adoption tasks such as moving domains, importing leads, setting up their templates. This team typically starts on the launch date and continues for ninety (90) days post-launch.
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2. Deployment Schedule
The Deployment Schedule outlined below includes a set of timing expectations for deployment, rollout and training at a high level. Customer understands that these timelines are a best-estimate and must be confirmed as IRE and Customer proceed through the initial planning phase and meetings.
Deployment
In order to ensure a smooth transition to the kvCORE Platform, along with all Company and Agent Websites will be rolled out in a single phased process as outlined below.
Deployment & Rollout Timeline Detail
Agreement Signed | Nov. 20, 2017 |
Begin Planning & Kickoff Call | Nov. 22, 2017 |
3rd Party SSO & Integrations Information Received | Dec. 15, 2017 |
CR Initial Provisioning & Account Configuration Complete | Jan. 1, 2018 |
Customer CRM & Back-End Staging Account Ready | Jan. 12, 2018 |
3rd Party SSO & Integrations Complete | Mar. 15, 2018 |
kvCORE CRM & Back-End Ready for Launch | Apr. 1, 2018 |
Website Design Drafts for Revisions | Jan. 15, 2017 |
Website Designs Initial Delivery | Feb. 15, 2017 |
Website Completion & Delivery | Mar. 15, 2018 |
Website Data Transition Complete | Apr. 15, 2018 |
Company Website & kvCORE Platform Launch | May 1, 2018 |
The dates and timelines above may be adjusted during the planning and implementation phases and will be finalized between the Inside Real Estate and Customer project teams.
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3. Integrations & Data Transition
kvCORE Platform provides a number of methods of integration and will work to provide the integration options and services to support the integrations. Customer understands that successful integrations require both IRE and the other integration application(s) to work together. Some integrations may not be possible if the other 3rd party application does not have a feasible integration point. Customer 3rd party integrations included are broken into 4 Categories as follows:
Integration Type | Description | Customer Solutions | ||
Incoming Lead Sources | Customer can direct lead sources toward kvCORE at anytime with its Lead Sync functionality. Customer Solutions are fully configured for lead capture at the company level. |
- Reattor.com - Zillow/Trulia - Company Corp Website - Hometown Heroes - Other Sources as Needed |
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kvCORE Marketplace Integrations |
The kvCORE Marketplace is designed for integration of 3rd party solutions that need interaction with the kvCORE Platform. The Customer Solutions noted will be supported in the Marketplace. |
- IntelliAgent - Other Marketplace Apps |
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kvCORE Company Cloud (SSO) Integrations |
The kvCORE Company Cloud provides an in-dashboard Single-Sign-On feature for multiple applications for the Company and agents. Customer Solutions noted will be supported. |
- TBD Company SSO Apps | ||
MLS Listing / Roster Syndication Targets | kvCORE provides external, XML-formatted data feeds that are designed to be consumed by 3rd parties for listing or roster data. Known 3rd parties customers who use this feature are noted. |
- Realtor.com - Zillow/Trulia |
Data Transition Process
IRE will organize a Data Transition kickoff meeting at the outset of the Implementation Phase and will work with the Customer to define the required set of data from the solutions above, along with a data transition and validation schedule.
The Data Integration process generally includes the following steps:
1. | Define Data Sets & Needs - We work together to review and define any of the specific sets of data associated with the solutions. All schedules, definitions for data, etc. are agreed upon. |
2. | Acquire Exports & Data Set Samples - Customer acquires the data sets from their other vendors and providers. Data sets should be combined, cleaned, etc. as possible. |
3. | Import & Validate Samples - IRE team takes the data sets and imports sample data. Once the data is imported, Customer is able to login and validate the data as well. |
4. | Acquire Final Data Sets - Customer acquires final exports and data sets for final import. |
5. | Import & Validate Final Data Sets - IRE imports final data sets and validates, followed by Customer validation. |
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4. Training & Support
Training is an important component of the deployment and onboarding plan. IRE works with customer to maintain a training schedule for Customer's company staff, admins, agents and teams as a part of an overall onboarding and training program.
This program will be documented in detail in the initial planning phase and is based on the program outline below.
Transition Help Desk
Initially, during the onboarding phase of the Customer's Account, IRE will provide a Transition Help Desk to the Customer and its agents. The Transition Help Desk is a dedicated IRE support team to go above and beyond our normal support in proactively reaching out to the Customer's Agents in order to assist with onboarding tasks such as: Agent Lead & Contact Import, Domain Name Transition, Agent Website Settings, Agent Best Practice Training.
Ongoing Support
Ongoing support is provided to Customer and Customer's staff, admins and agents through IRE's support team. The Support team is available and provided as noted below:
Support Hours:
8am - 6pm PT, Monday-Friday (excluding holidays)
Emergency Support for Company Admin - 24/7 after hours Phone/Email
Support Methods (In Priority Order):
- | In-App Support Chat |
- | Email or Ticket Support |
- | Scheduled Support Calls |
Customer Initials: MF
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Created: | 11/17/2017 | |
By: | Joe Skousen (joe@insiderrealestate.com) | |
Status: | Signed | |
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Exhibit 21.1
FATHOM HOLDINGS INC. SUBSIDIARIES
Entity Name | Jurisdiction | |
Fathom Realty Holdings LLC | Texas | |
IntelliAgent, LLC | Texas |
Exhibit 23.1
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Fathom Holdings, Inc.
Cary, North Carolina
We hereby consent to the use in the Prospectus constituting a part of this Registration Statement of our report dated November 12, 2019, relating to the consolidated and combined financial statements of Fathom Holdings, Inc., which is contained in that Prospectus.
We also consent to the reference to us under the caption “Experts” in the Prospectus.
/s/ BDO USA, LLP
Raleigh, North Carolina
January 17, 2020