UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) October 9, 2018

ADDVANTAGE TECHNOLOGIES GROUP, INC.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its Charter)

Oklahoma
(State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)

1-10799
73-1351610
(Commission file Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
   
1221 E. Houston, Broken Arrow Oklahoma
74012
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
(Zip Code)

(918) 251-9121
(Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code)


(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Item 1.01   Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.

Real Estate Purchase Contract with David Chymiak

On October 9, 2018, the Company entered into an Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate dated as of October 5, 2018, with David Chymiak, as modified by that certain Addendum dated as of October 9, 2018, (collectively, the “Agreement”) in which Mr. Chymiak agreed to purchase the Company’s property located at 1221 E Houston Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 (the “Property”) which serves as the Company’s headquarters.  Mr. Chymiak is the Chief Technology Officer, director, and substantial shareholder of the Company.

The Agreement provides for a purchase price of $5,000,000, payable in cash at closing. Subject to title review and other customary provisions, closing is scheduled before the end of October, 2018.

Pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, at closing, the Company’s subsidiary, Tulsat, LLC (“Tulsat”), will enter into a ten year lease with Mr. Chymiak whereby Tulsat will lease the Property from Mr. Chymiak for a monthly rent of $37,500 or $450,000 per year. Tulsat, as tenant, will be responsible for most ongoing expenses related to the facility, including property tax, insurance and maintenance.

The sale of the Property to Mr. Chymiak was unanimously approved by all of the directors of the Company, including Mr. Chymiak, who recused himself from all Board discussions of the sale.  Proceeds of the sale are intended to be used by the Company to pay its indebtedness of $2.5 million to Bank of Oklahoma, N.A. which matures on October 31, 2018.  Excess proceeds will be used to fund working capital of the Company and its subsidiaries.

A copy of the Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate and related Addendum are filed herewith as Exhibits 10.1 and 10.2, respectively, and are incorporated by reference into this Item 1.01 as though fully set forth herein.  The foregoing description of the Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate and related Addendum is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of documents.  

Item 9.01   Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

The following exhibit is furnished herewith:
 
Exhibit 10.1
 
Exhibit 10.2
 
Exhibit 99.1
 
Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate to David Chymiak.
 
Addendum to Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate.
 
Press Release dated October 15, 2018, issued by the Company.
 
 
SIGNATURES
 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

   
ADDVANTAGE TECHNOLOGIES GROUP, INC.
 
     
   
Date: October 15, 2018
     
   
 
By: /s/ Scott Francis
   
Scott Francis
   
Vice-President & Chief Financial Officer
     


Exhibit Index

Exhibit Number
Description
10.1
 
10.2
 
99.1
Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate to David Chymiak
 
Addendum to Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate
 
Press Release dated October 15, 2018, issued by the Company

AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL ESTATE

THIS AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL ESTATE (this “ Agreement ”) dated effective as of the 5 th day of October, 2018 (“ Effective Date ”), is entered into by and between ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. , an Oklahoma corporation (“ Seller ”), and David Chymiak , an individual residing in Oklahoma (“ Buyer ”).
Upon approval of this instrument by Seller and the Buyer, a valid and binding contract of sale shall exist for the purchase and sale of the real property hereinafter described, subject to the following terms and conditions:

1.   SALE .  Seller agrees to sell and convey, or cause to be sold and conveyed, by Special Warranty Deed (the “ Deed ”) to Buyer, or to Buyer’s designee, and Buyer hereby agrees to purchase, or cause its designee to purchase, the real estate more particularly described in Exhibit A hereto attached (the “ Property ”), together with all buildings, fixtures and improvements thereon, including existing HVAC systems, interior and exterior lighting fixtures and electrical and plumbing systems and equipment, and all appurtenances thereunto appertaining.

2.   PURCHASE PRICE .  The purchase price for the Property (the “ Purchase Price ”) shall be the sum of Five Million and No/100ths Dollars ($5,000,000), payable in cash, at Closing.
3.   TITLE .  
3.1   Title Commitment .  Seller shall make arrangements with American Eagle Title Group, L.L.C., 7306 S. Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136 (the “ Closing Agent ” or the “ Title Company ”) to furnish Buyer, within ten (10) days after the Effective Date, with commitment for the issuance of an ALTA extended coverage owner’s policy of title insurance on the Property, issued by a title insurance company selected by, or acceptable to, Buyer in the amount of the Purchase Price, and describing the state of title to such Property with copies of instruments referenced in any requirements or exceptions to title.
3.2   UCC Searches .  Seller shall, within ten (10) days after the Effective Date, obtain and deliver to Buyer Uniform Commercial Code Search Certificates naming Seller, as Debtor, from the Oklahoma County Clerk, UCC Division and the Tulsa County Clerk (collectively, the “ UCC Certificate ”).
3.3   Title Examination .  Buyer shall have a period of ten (10) days from date on which it has received the Title Commitment and the UCC Certificate (collectively, referred to as the “ Title Evidence ”) in which to have such Title Evidence examined and to furnish Seller written notice of any objections to the requirements or title exceptions set forth in the Title Commitment (“ Buyer’s Title Objections Notice ”).
(a)   If Buyer fails to provide its required Title Objections Notice with respect to any title exception within the time allowed, then Buyer shall be deemed to have waived objection to such title exception.  Seller, upon receipt of Buyer’s Title Objection Notice, shall have ten (10) days, or such additional time as may be agreed to in writing by Seller and Buyer, in which to attempt to cure and satisfy all unwaived objections and deliver written notice to Buyer (“ Seller’s Title
 



Objections Response ”) of Seller’s election either (i) to take such action as shall be required to cause the Title Company to remove Buyer’s objectionable items prior to the Closing or (ii) to refrain from removing one or more of such Buyer objectionable items.  Seller’s failure to deliver Seller’s Title Objections Response within the time allowed shall constitute an election by Seller not to cure Buyer’s objectionable items.
(b)   If Seller notifies Buyer that it elects to do anything other than unconditionally cure all of Buyer’s title objections, then, Buyer shall have the right either (i) to agree to accept the Property subject to any of Buyer’s objectionable items that will not be cured by Seller or (ii) to terminate this Agreement.

4.   CONDITION OF PROPERTY, INSPECTION, AND DISCLAIMER .  Seller is not an expert regarding the condition of the Property, which is being sold on an “ AS IS / WHERE IS ” basis without representation, warranty or guarantee regarding its condition, or any part or element thereof.
4.1   Inspections.   Buyer shall have twenty (20) days from the Effective Date (the “ Inspection Period ”) to have such inspections, non-invasive assessments, tests and investigations performed by licensed professionals as Buyer shall deem necessary concerning the history and condition of the Property, including but not limited to (i) the flood, storm water run-off, storm sewer back-up and/or water risk attendant to the Property; (ii) the presence of environmental and health hazards including but not limited to mold, radon gas, asbestos, PCBs, hydrocarbons, lead-based paint, and chemicals; (iii) the soundness of foundation, structural components, and roof; (iv) the proper functioning of all mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, fixtures and equipment including sewer and water supply, heating and cooling, electrical systems and wiring, built-in appliances, sprinkler systems, and security systems; and (v) the presence of, or evidence of damage by, termites or any other wood destroying organisms.  In addition, Buyer may have the Property inspected during the Inspection Period for the purpose of obtaining hazard insurance acceptable to Buyer and may inspect the physical and legal characteristics of the Property, including all applicable zoning and building restrictions, to determine that the Property is suitable and available for Buyer’s intended use thereof.
(a)
Buyer shall use all due and reasonable care in conducting in inspections, assessments, investigations and tests of or on the Property.
(b)
Buyer shall not permit any mechanic’s or other liens to arise against any of the Property by reason of such inspections, assessments, investigations and/or tests.
(c)
Buyer shall (i) indemnify Seller from any and all claims for damage to the Property, or persons or personal property thereon, by reason of any such inspections, assessments, tests and investigations conducted thereon by or for Buyer, and (ii) promptly pay any and all claims, liabilities, losses, expenses (including, without limitation, reasonable attorney fees), damages, including, without limitation, claims for injury to person or property, arising out of or relating to any such inspections, assessments, tests and/or investigations, or by reason of the acts or omissions of Buyer, its agents or employees in connection therewith.

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4.2   Documents to be Provided by Seller .  Within five (5) days after the Effective Date, Seller shall provide Buyer with copies of the following documents for Buyer’s review, to the extent Seller is aware of such documents and they are in Seller’s possession or subject to its control:
(a)   any existing written lease or sublease agreements with respect to the Property, or any portion thereof;
(b)   all subsisting service contracts with vendors and service providers relating in any respect to the Property;
(c)
a ny surveys of the Property previously obtained by Seller;
(d)   any t itle opinions, title insurance policies and title commitments for the benefit of Seller with respect to the Property; and
(e)   all existing inspection and/or property condition reports in Seller’s possession relative to the Property, including, without limitation, prior environmental assessments, soil analyses, structural evaluations and engineering studies.

4.3   Rescission.   If Buyer has any objection to the condition of the Property or its suitability for Buyer’s intended use based upon facts revealed in inspections obtained and due diligence conducted pursuant to Section 4.1 hereof, or if Buyer has any objection to the circumstances and conditions revealed by its review of the items provided pursuant to Section 4.2 hereof, Buyer shall have the right to rescind, cancel and terminate this Agreement by delivering to Seller not later than twenty-four (24) hours after the expiration of the Inspection Period:  (i) written notice of any matters revealed by such inspections, assessments or analyses that render the Property unsatisfactory to Buyer or unsuitable in its then current condition for Buyer’s intended use, and (ii) a copy of any and all written inspection reports, site assessments, analyses and other information obtained by Buyer concerning the Property pursuant to Buyer’s rights of inspection under Section 4.1 hereof; whereupon, this Agreement shall be null and void.

4.4   Waiver.   If Buyer fails to exercise its rights of inspection and review under Sections 4.1 or 4.2 or if, having exercised such rights, Buyer fails to deliver to Seller timely written notice of rescission pursuant to Section 4.3 hereof, Buyer shall be deemed to have accepted the Property in the condition existing at the close of the Inspection Period, and Buyer shall proceed to Closing or be subject to the breach and failure to close provisions of Section 14.1 hereof.

5.   CLOSING .  The sale and purchase of the Property shall be consummated at a closing (the “ Closing ”) to be held at the offices of the Closing Agent on a date mutually acceptable to the parties (the “ Closing Date ”) within ten (10) days after the expiration of the Inspection Period, or as soon thereafter as is possible in the event other review periods or other contingencies described herein have not been then concluded, but not later than October 31, 2018.  At or prior to Closing, Seller shall deliver to Buyer, or its designee, a duly executed and acknowledged Deed conveying title to the Property to Buyer or such designee, as Buyer shall direct.

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6.   RISK OF LOSS.   Risk of loss to the Property shall remain with Seller until closing and transfer of possession; thereafter such risk of loss shall pass to Buyer.

7.   ADJUSTMENTS TO PURCHASE PRICE.   Adjustments to the Purchase Price shall be made at Closing, as follows:
7.1   Seller’s Charges .   Seller shall pay in full:  (i) all special assessments existing against the Property on the Closing Date, whether or not payable in installments; (ii) all taxes which are a lien on the Property up the Closing Date, other than general ad valorem taxes for the current calendar year; and (iii) the cost of any item of workmanship or material furnished on or prior to the Closing Date which is, or may become, a lien on the Property.
7.2   Pro-rations .  All pro-rations hereinafter provided to be made as of the Closing shall each be made as of the end of the day before the Closing Date.  In each such pro-ration set forth below, the portion thereof applicable to periods beginning as of Closing shall be credited or charged to Buyer and the portion thereof applicable to periods ending as of Closing shall be credited or charged to the applicable Seller.
(a)
General ad valorem taxes for the current calendar year shall be pro-rated between the applicable Seller and Buyer; provided, that if the amount of such taxes has not been fixed, such pro-rationing shall be based upon the rate of levy for the previous calendar year and the most current assessed value at time of Closing.
(b)
All rents and other sums due with respect to the Property earned and attributable to the period prior to the Closing Date shall be paid to Seller to the extent that the funds have been collected on or before the Closing Date.  Rents and other sums due with respect to any Property earned and attributable to the period on and subsequent to the Closing Date shall be paid to Buyer.

8.   SELLER’ REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND COVENANTS .  Seller makes and renders the following representations and warranties to Buyer, which representations and warranties are true and correct as of the Effective Date, shall be true and correct on the Closing Date, and which shall survive the Closing (but not beyond any applicable statute of limitations), and with them Seller makes the covenants and agreements with Buyer:
8.1   Authority .  Seller is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the Laws of the State of Oklahoma and has full corporate power and authority to enter into and perform this Agreement.  The execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement by Seller have been duly and validly authorized by all necessary action on the part Seller, its board of directors and shareholders, if necessary, and all required consents and approvals have been duly obtained.  This Agreement is a legal, valid and binding obligation of Seller, enforceable against it in accordance with its terms.  There is no agreement to which Seller is a party or that is binding on Seller which is in conflict with this Agreement or would be breached by its execution, delivery and performance by.
8.2   Notices .  To Seller’s knowledge (after reasonable inquiry), Seller has received no written notice (a) from any insurance broker, agent, carrier or underwriter that
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an uninsurable condition exists in, on or about the Property, nor (b) from any regulatory, governmental or administrative agency (i) indicating that the Property is not in compliance with all applicable building, earthquake, zoning, land use, environmental, health, fire, safety, access and accommodations for the physically handicapped, subdivision, energy and resource conservation and similar laws, statutes, rules, regulations and ordinances and all covenants, conditions and restrictions applicable to such Property; (ii) alleging that the Property is any violation of any law, statute, ordinance, rule, regulation, covenant, condition or restriction; or (iii) regarding any condemnation proceedings or proceedings to widen or realign any street adjacent to the Property or otherwise affecting any of them.
8.3   Environmental Matters .  To Seller’s knowledge, other than Hazardous Substances customarily used in the ordinary course of Seller’s business, which includes the proper use and disposal thereof in due course, no Hazardous Substances (hereinafter defined) have been incorporated, used, generated, manufactured, stored or disposed of in, on, under or about the Property or transferred thereto or therefrom, and there are no claims, litigation, administrative or other proceedings, whether actual or threatened, or judgments or orders, relating to the use, generation, manufacture, storage or disposal of any Hazardous Substances in, on, under or about the Property.  As used herein, “ Hazardous Substances ” means shall mean any substance or material that is described as a toxic or hazardous substance, waste or material or a pollutant or contaminant in any Environmental Laws.  The term “ Environmental Laws ” shall mean any and all federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations no win force, as amended from time to time, in any way relating to or regulating human health or safety or industrial hygiene or environmental conditions, or protection of the environment, or pollution or contamination of the air, soil, surface water or groundwater.
8.4   No Litigation .  To Seller’s knowledge, there is no action, suit, claim, assessment or proceeding pending or threatened against or involving Seller or relating to the Property.  Seller shall advise Buyer promptly of the receipt by Seller of any written notice of any filed or threatened litigation, arbitration, mediation, condemnation, or administrative proceeding before any officer, court, board, governmental body or agency which could materially affect the right of Buyer to own, occupy, operate or lease the Property.
8.5   Insurance .  Seller has in force, and will continue to maintain in force until completion of the Closing, property insurance upon the Property, and commercial general liability insurance with respect to damage or injury to persons or property occurring on the Property in at least such amounts and with the same deductibles as are maintained by Seller on the Effective Date.
8.6   Buyer Notification .  Seller shall immediately notify Buyer of any material changes concerning the Property, the representations and warranties contained in this Section 8 , or in any other material information furnished to Buyer concerning the Property.

As used in this Section 8 , the “knowledge of Seller” (or words to that effect) shall mean the actual knowledge of any of Scott Francis, Joe Hart and Don Kinison in their capacity as officers of Seller (without duty to investigate, except when otherwise specifically provided herein).
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9.   BUYER’S   REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND COVENANTS .  Buyer makes and renders the following representations and warranties to Seller, which representations and warranties are true and correct as of the Effective Date, shall be true and correct on the Closing Date, and which shall survive the Closing (but not beyond any applicable statute of limitations), and with them Buyer makes the covenants and agreements with Seller:
9.1   Binding Agreement; No Conflict .  This Agreement is a legal, valid and binding obligation of Buyer, enforceable against Buyer in accordance with its terms, and there is no agreement to which Buyer is a party or that is binding on Buyer which is in conflict with this Agreement.

9.2   Seller Notification .  Buyer shall immediately notify Seller of any material changes concerning the representations and warranties contained in this Section 9 .

10.   CONDITIONS PRECEDENT .
10.1
Buyer’s Conditions .  Buyer’s obligation to proceed to Closing and consummate the purchase and sale contemplated by this Agreement shall be subject to the satisfaction or waiver by Buyer of the following conditions:
(a)
Buyer shall have obtained a binding and irrevocable commitment, from one or more lenders (the “ Lenders ”) to provide financing the full amount of the Purchase Price which commitment shall not include or impose any terms or conditions which are unacceptable to Buyer;
(b)
All representations and warranties of Seller set forth in this Agreement shall be true and correct in all material respects as of the Effective Date and on the Closing Date;
(c)
Seller shall have duly performed all covenants, acts and agreements to be performed or complied with by it hereunder on or prior to the Closing Date;
(d)
The Title Company shall have irrevocably committed to Buyer in writing to issue an ALTA extended owner’s policy of title insurance, in form and content acceptable to Buyer, insuring Buyer’s fee simple title to the Property in an amount equal to the Purchase Price, and subject only to those title exceptions accepted or waived by Buyer pursuant to this Agreement and payment, at Closing, of the premium for such policy;
(e)
There shall be no pending or threatened action, suit, arbitration, mediation, claim, attachment, proceeding, assignment for the benefit of creditors, insolvency, bankruptcy, reorganization or other proceeding against Seller that would materially and adversely affect Seller’s ability to perform its obligations under this Agreement; and
(f)
There shall have been no material adverse change in the condition of the Property subsequent to close of the Inspection Period,
10.2   Seller’s Conditions . Seller’s obligation to proceed to Closing and consummate the purchase and sale contemplated by this Agreement shall be subject to satisfaction, or waiver by Seller, of the following conditions:
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(a)
All representations and warranties of the Buyer set forth in this Agreement shall be true and correct in all material respects as of the Effective Date and on the Closing Date;
(b)
Seller shall have duly performed all covenants, acts and agreements to be performed or complied with by it hereunder on or prior to the Closing Date; and
(c)
There shall be no pending or threatened action, suit, arbitration, mediation, claim, attachment, proceeding, assignment for the benefit of creditors, insolvency, bankruptcy, reorganization or other proceeding against the Buyer that would materially and adversely affect Buyer’s ability to perform its obligations under this Agreement.
11.   BROKERS AND AGENTS.   All negotiations relative to this Agreement and the transaction contemplated hereby have been carried on directly with Buyer by Seller without the intervention or immediate assistance of any broker, finder, agent, or other third party.  Wherefore, each party represents to the other that it has employed no broker, agent or sales representative to whom any commission, compensation or other remuneration is due in respect of this transaction, and each party hereby agrees to indemnify and hold the other harmless from any liability for payment of any such commission, compensation or remuneration to any such broker, agent or representative with respect to this transaction.

12.   CLOSING COSTS.  All costs and expenses of the Closing shall be allocated to and paid by the parties as follows:

12.1   Seller’ Costs.   Seller shall pay the following items at or before Closing:
(a)
All costs of obtaining and providing the specified Title Evidence;
(b)
The cost of any title curative action undertaken by Seller and recording fees, if any, associated therewith;
(c)
The cost of preparation of the Deed conveying title to the Property to Buyer and of all associated documentary tax stamps;
(d)
Seller’s charges specified in Section 7.1 hereof and Seller’s share of any pro-rations specified in Section 7.2 ;
(e)
One-half (1/2) of any escrow and closing fees of the Closing Agent; and
(f)
All fees and expenses of Seller’s attorneys.

12.2   Buyer’s Costs.   Buyer shall pay the following items at Closing:
(a)
The cost of all inspections, document examination and due diligence conducted by Buyer with respect to the Property;
(b)
The premium due for any owner’s or mortgagee’s policy of title insurance to be purchased by Buyer;
(c)
Recording fees associated with recordation of the Deed;
(d)
Buyer’s share of any pro-rations specified in Section 7.2 ;
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(e)
One-half (1/2) of any escrow and closing fees of the Closing Agent; and
(f)
All fees and expenses of Buyer’s attorney.

13.   DELIVERIES AT CLOSING.   The parties shall deliver the following items at Closing:
13.1   Buyer’s Deliveries.   At Closing, Buyer shall deliver to Seller, in form and content satisfactory to Seller, the following items:
(a)
The Purchase Price;
(b)   A lease of the Property from Buyer (as lessor) to Seller’s affiliate Tulsat, LLC (as lessee) in the form set forth on Exhibit “B” (the “ Lease ”) executed by Buyer ; and
(c)   Such other instruments and documents as Seller or the Closing Agent shall deem necessary to validly consummate the transactions contemplated hereby.
13.2   Seller’s Deliveries.   At Closing, Seller shall deliver to Buyer, in form and content acceptable to Buyer, the following items:
(a)
The Deed conveying fee simple title to the Property to Buyer or its designee;
(b)
The Lease executed by Seller ;
(c)
An assignment of any lease and other assignable contract, if such assignment is agreed to by Buyer, affecting the Property, as of the Closing Date;
(d)
A “Bills Paid/No Liens Affidavit” executed by Seller and acceptable to Buyer and the Closing Agent, if any, verifying that there are no unpaid bills for labor performed, materials supplied or services rendered for or upon the Property, at Seller’s behest, prior to Closing which could give rise to a materialman’s or mechanic’s lien on the Property;
(e)
A Non-Foreign Person Affidavit from Seller stating, under penalty of perjury, that Seller is not a “foreign person” as that term is defined in Section 1445 of the U. S. Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended;
(f)
All keys to the buildings located on the Property; and
(g)
Such other instruments and documents as Buyer or the Closing Agent may reasonably deem necessary to validly consummate the transactions contemplated hereby.
14.   DEFAULT AND REMEDIES .
14.1
Buyer’s Default .  If, after all of Buyer’s conditions to closing have been either satisfied, or waived by Buyer, and, then, within five (5) days after the Closing Date (subject to extensions set forth herein), Buyer fails to make any payment due or to perform any of Buyer’s other obligations under this Agreement, then, Seller may, at its option, (a)
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cancel and terminate this Agreement or (b) pursue any other legal or equitable remedy for the breach of this Agreement by Buyer.
14.2
Seller’s Default .  If, Seller’s conditions to closing having been either satisfied, or waived by Seller, Buyer performs all of Buyer’s obligations hereunder and Seller breaches this Agreement, or fails to perform any of its obligations hereunder, Buyer shall be entitled (a) to cancel and terminate this Agreement or (b) to pursue any other available legal or equitable remedy for such breach of this Agreement by Seller.
14.3
Attorney Fees/Litigation Expenses .  In the event any litigation or controversy arises out of or in connection with this Agreement between the parties, the prevailing party in such litigation or controversy shall be entitled to recover from the other party or parties all reasonable attorneys’ fees, expenses and suit costs, including those associated with any appellate or post-judgment collection proceeding.

15.   LIKE-KIND EXCHANGE.   Seller may wish to use a financial intermediary to receive the proceeds of this sale and use all or part thereof to acquire other property in a tax-deferred like-kind exchange pursuant to Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.  In the event that Seller makes such an election, the parties agree to cooperate in connection with such like-kind exchange; provided, however, Buyer shall have no obligation to incur (or pay) any costs or expenses in connection with such cooperation, all of which Seller will specifically indemnify Buyer from and against, nor shall such election change in any respect, any of the terms, covenants or conditions of this Agreement, nor delay the Closing.

16.   NOTICES.   Any notices required or permitted to be given by this Agreement shall be in writing and deemed given when (a) personally delivered (with written confirmation of receipt); (b) one day after being sent by a recognized overnight courier (with receipt); (c) on the next business day sent by facsimile or email.PDF document (with confirmation of transmission) if sent during normal business hours of the recipient; or (d) if mailed, three (3) days after having been deposited with the United States postal service, postage prepaid and certified, return receipt requested, addressed to the parties as follows:

If to Seller:                    ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc.
1221 E. Houston
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
Attn: Scott Francis
Email: sfrancis@addvantagetech.com
Facsimile: 918-251-0792

If to Buyer:                   David Chymiak
21553 E. Apache St.
Catoosa, OK 74015
Email: dave@tulsat.com
Facsimile:  (918) 258-7658

17.   EFFECT; MODIFICATION. When executed by both Seller and Buyer this Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of Seller and Buyer, their respective successors and assigns.  This Agreement sets forth the complete understanding of Seller and Buyer
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with respect to the subject matter hereof superseding all previous or contemporaneous negotiations, representations, and agreements between them.  This Agreement may only be amended or modified by a written agreement signed by Seller and Buyer.

18.   ASSIGNMENT .  Buyer may transfer and assign all or part of this Agreement without the consent of Seller, provided that Buyer provide Seller with written notice of such transfer and assignment, and Buyer shall not be released from any liability or obligation under this Agreement.

19.   APPLICABLE LAW .  This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of State of Oklahoma.

20.   SEVERABILITY .  Should any provision of this Agreement for any reason be declared invalid or unenforceable, such declaration shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any of the other provisions of this Agreement, which remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect and the application of such invalid or unenforceable provision to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable shall be valid and enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.

21.   CAPTIONS; INTERPRETATION . Captions in this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret or construe its provisions.  Where required for proper interpretation, words in the singular shall include the plural, words of any gender shall include all genders and the word “person” shall be construed to include a natural person, corporation, firm, limited liability company, partnership, joint venture, trust, estate or any other entity.
22.   TIME; TIME PERIODS .  Time is of the essence with respect to every provision of this Agreement.  If the date upon which the Inspection Period expires, or the Closing or any other date or time period provided for in this Agreement is or ends on a day other than a business day, then such date shall automatically be extended until the next business day.  As used herein, “business day” means a day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or a federal, state or other legal holiday in which Closing Agent in not open for business.

23.   NO WAIVER .   No waiver by either party of any of its rights or remedies hereunder or otherwise shall be considered a waiver of any other subsequent right or remedy.

24.   COUNTERPARTS. This Agreement may be executed in one or more original, facsimile and/or “.PDF” counterparts, all of which shall be considered but one and the same agreement, and shall become effective when one or more such counterparts have been executed by each of the parties and delivered to the other parties hereto.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the undersigned have caused this Agreement to be executed and delivered by their duly authorized representatives as of the Effective Date.

“Buyer”
“Seller”
 
 
 
/s/David Chymiak ______ 
David Chymiak
ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc.
an Oklahoma corporation
 
 
By: /s/Scott Francis
Printed Name: Scott Francis
Title: Chief Financial Officer
 
   
   

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Acknowledgment by Closing Agent

The undersigned hereby acknowledges its receipt of the Agreement and consents to serve as Closing Agent and Title Company in accordance with the terms of the Agreement.

“Closing Agent”

AMERICAN EAGLE TITLE GROUP, L.L.C.

By: _______________  
Name: ____________  
Title: ______________  
Date:______________
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Exhibit “A”

The Property


Lot One (1), Block One (1), EVANS COMPLEX, a subdivision in the East Half (E/2) of the Northwest Quarter (NW/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eighteen (18) North, Range Fourteen (14) East, in the City of Broken Arrow, Tulsa County, State of Oklahoma, according to the recorded Plat thereof.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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Exhibit “B”

Form of Lease
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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LEASE AGREEMENT


THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (this “ Lease ”) is made as of the ____ day of October, 2018 (the “ Effective Date ”), by and between David Chymiak , an individual (“ Lessor ”), and TULSAT, LLC , an Oklahoma limited liability company (“ Lessee ”).

Recitals :

A.   Lessor owns the Premises (hereinafter defined).

B.   Lessor desires to lease the Premises to Lessor, and Lessee desires to lease the same from Lessor upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Lessor and Lessee hereby agree to the following terms and conditions of this Lease.

ARTICLE I
Premises and Term

1.1   Premises .  Lessor hereby leases to Lessee and Lessee hereby leases from Lessor, on the terms and conditions herein set forth, that certain premises consisting of two buildings, fixtures and other improvements situated thereon located at 1221 East Houston Street, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012, more particularly described in Exhibit “A ” attached hereto and made a part hereof (the “ Premises ”).

1.2   Term .  The term of this Lease shall be ten (10) years, commencing on the Effective Date (the “ Commencement Date ”) and terminating at 11:59 P.M. Central Standard Time on the day prior to the tenth (10 th ) anniversary of the Commencement Date (the “ Term ”).

ARTICLE II
Rent

2.1   Base Rent .  Commencing on the Commencement Date and until the expiration of the Term, Lessee shall pay Lessor annual base rent in the amount of FIVE HUNDRED THIRTY-ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($531,000) (the “ Base Rent ”), which such Base Rent shall be payable in twelve (12) equal consecutive monthly installments of FORTY-FOUR THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($44,250) in advance on the first (1 st ) day of each month to Lessor at 21553 East Apache Street, Catoosa, Oklahoma 74015.  Notwithstanding the foregoing, the first installment of Base Rent shall be delivered to Lessor upon execution of this Lease.

2.2   Additional Rent .

(a)
Definition of Additional Rent .  “ Additional Rent ” shall mean all costs and expenses to be paid by Lessee as additional rent under this Lease as further set forth and
 
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described in Sections 2.2 , 5.5 and 11.3 .

(b)
Additional Rent Based on Real Estate Taxes As Additional Rent, Lessee shall pay Lessor the annual real estate taxes and assessments assessed and levied against the Premises, on the first (1st) day of each month, in advance, in a sum equal to one-twelfth (1/12 th ) of the annual real estate taxes and assessments due and payable for the then calendar year. If at a time a payment is required the amount of the real estate taxes and assessments for the then calendar year shall not be known, Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, one-twelfth (1/12 th ) of the real estate taxes and assessments for the preceding calendar year and upon ascertaining the real estate taxes and assessments for the current calendar year, Lessee shall pay Lessor any difference upon demand, or if Lessee shall be entitled to a credit, Lessor shall credit the excess against the next monthly installment(s) of Additional Rent due, or if at the end of the Term, then paid in full to Lessee. Additional Rent based upon real estate taxes and assessments payable for the first and last years’ of the Term shall be adjusted and prorated, so that Lessor shall be responsible for Lessor's prorated share for the period prior to and subsequent to the Term, and Lessee shall pay Lessor its prorated share for the Term. Provided this Lease is not previously cancelled or terminated, and there shall be no Event of Default, or an event that with the giving of notice or the lapse of time, or both, would constitute an Event of Default, then Lessee shall have the right to contest the amount or validity of any real estate tax or assessment assessed and levied against the Premises, or to seek a reduction in the valuation of the buildings on the Premises assessed for real estate tax purposes, by appropriate proceedings diligently conducted in good faith (the " Tax Appeal "), but only after payment of such taxes and assessments. Except as set forth below, Lessor stall not be required to join in any Tax Appeal. If required by law, Lessor shall, upon written request of Lessee, join in the Tax Appeal or permit the Tax Appeal to be brought in Lessor's name, and Lessor shall reasonably cooperate with Lessee, at the cost and expense of Lessee.  Lessee shall pay any increase that may result in real estate taxes or assessments as a consequence of the Tax Appeal, which payment obligations shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease.

(c)
Additional Rent Based Upon Assessments for Public Improvements . As Additional Rent, upon demand, Lessee shall pay Lessor all assessments for public improvements assessed and levied against the Premises. If any assessment for public improvements shall be payable in installments, Lessor shall pay such assessment in the maximum number of installments permitted by law, and Lessee's obligation to pay Additional Rent shall be limited to each installment thereof due and payable during the Term.

(d)
Additional Rent Based Upon Other Sums . Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, all other sums of money on Lessee's part to be paid pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Lease.

(e)
Additional Rent Based Upon Reimbursement to Lessor .   If Lessee shall fail after applicable notice and cure periods to comply with or to perform any of the terms or conditions of this Lease, Lessor may (but with no obligation to do so) carry out and perform such terms or conditions, at the expense of Lessee, which expense shall be payable by Lessee, as Additional Rent, within ten (10) days after receipt of written demand of Lessor for reimbursement of such expenses, together with interest at the prime rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum , which interest shall accrue from the date of Lessor's demand.

(f)
Additional Rent Based Upon Late Payment .  In the event Lessee defaults for more than five (5) days in the payment of monthly installments of Base Rent, any Additional Rent or any of the sums required of Lessee under this Lease, or if Lessee fails to reimburse Lessor for any expenses incurred by Lessor pursuant to this Lease, together with interest, then after ten (10) days written notice to cure, Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, a late charge of five percent (5%) of the rent or expense.

(g)
Additional Rent Based Upon Lessor’s Legal Expenses in Enforcing Lease As Additional Rent, Lessee shall pay Lessor, all reasonable attorneys' fees that may be incurred by Lessor in
 
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enforcing Lessee's obligations under this Lease; provided, however, that in the event Lessor commences a suit against Lessee to enforce Lessee's obligations under this Lease, and such suit is tried to conclusion and judgment is entered in favor of Lessee, then in that event Lessee shall not be under any obligation to pay Lessor’s attorneys' fees that Lessor may have incurred.

(h)
Taxes of Lessee’s Personal Property .  Lessee shall be liable for and shall pay not less than ten (10) days before delinquency, all taxes assessed against and levied upon Lessee’s property.  If any of Lessee’s property is taxed or assessed in connection with the Premises, Lessor may pay the taxing authority all amounts billed to Lessor as a result thereof and Lessor may, but shall have no obligation to, determine the validity of any such assessment or otherwise object thereto.  Lessee shall pay all such amounts to Lessor as Additional Rent within ten (10) days after receipt of written demand of Lessor for reimbursement of such expenses, together with interest at the prime rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum , which interest shall accrue from the date of Lessor's demand.

(i)
Additional Rent Based Upon Taxes Based on Rent .   If at any time during the Term, a tax or charge shall be imposed by the State of Oklahoma or the county or municipality in which the Premises is located, pursuant to any future law, which tax or charge shall be based upon the rent due or paid by Lessee to Lessor, then Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, such tax or charge. The foregoing shall not require payment by Lessee of any income taxes assessed against Lessor or of any capital levy, franchise, estate, succession, inheritance or transfer tax due from Lessor.

2.3   Returned Checks .  Lessee shall reimburse Lessor for any fees and/or costs incurred by Lessor in connection with the returned checks within five (5) days following Lessor's request therefor.

2.4   Net Lease .  Except as otherwise provided herein, it is the intention of the parties that this Lease is a “triple net lease”, and Lessor shall receive the Base Rent, Additional Rent and other sums required of Lessee under this Lease, undiminished from all costs, expenses and obligations of every kind relating to Lessee’s use and occupancy of the Premises, which shall arise or become due during the Term, all of which shall be paid by Lessee in accordance with the provisions of this Lease.

2.5   No Setoff .  Except as otherwise provided herein, Lessee shall pay Lessor all Base Rent, Additional Rent and other sums required of Lessee under this Lease without abatement, deduction or setoff and irrespective of any claim Lessee may have against Lessor.

2.6   Application No payment by Lessee or receipt by Lessor of an amount less than the Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums required of Lessee under the Lease, shall be deemed anything other than a payment on account of the earliest Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums due from Lessee under the Lease. No endorsements or statements on any check for the payment of Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums required of Lessee under the Lease shall be deemed an accord and satisfaction of Lessor. Lessor may accept any check for payment from Lessee without prejudice to Lessor's right to recover the balance of Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums required of Lessee under the Lease or to pursue any other right or remedy provided under this Lease or by applicable law.

ARTICLE III
Use, Care, Maintenance and Repair

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3.1   Use of Premises . Lessee shall use and occupy the Premises solely as a warehouse and office for Lessee and Lessee’s affiliates (the “ Permitted Use ”).  Lessee shall not use and occupy the Premises for any other purpose whatsoever, without the express written consent of Lessor, which such consent may be withheld in Lessor’s sole discretion.

3.2   Condition of the Premises . LESSEE HEREBY ACCEPTS THE PREMISES “AS IS,” WITH NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY LESSOR AS TO THE CONDITION THEREOF.  Lessee shall take good care of the Premises and keep the same neat, clean and free from trash or rubbish at all times.  Lessee shall not commit or allow waste to be committed on the Premises, and Lessee shall not allow any hazardous activity to be engaged in upon the Premises. Lessee shall not cause or allow any nuisance to neighboring businesses or properties to exist on or within the Premises.  Lessee shall fully comply with any requirements or notice from any governmental authority having jurisdiction over the Premises in connection with Lessee’s use and occupancy thereof, and agrees to indemnify and hold Lessor harmless from any penalties, fines, costs or damages resulting from its failure to do so.


  3.3   Lessee’s Maintenance Obligations . Except for Lessor’s structural repair obligations set forth in Section 3.4 hereof, Lessee shall at all times and at its own expense maintain the Premises, including, but not limited to, all improvements constructed on the Premises, the parking areas, sidewalks and driveways surrounding the Premises, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC (defined hereinafter) equipment, lighting facilities, sprinkler systems, plate glass and windows, doors, door closures and exterior irrigation systems, in good condition and repair and replace portions thereof, as necessary except as otherwise limited herein.  Further, Lessee’s maintenance obligations shall include snow and ice removal of the parking areas, driveways, sidewalks and walkways surrounding the Premises.  Notwithstanding the foregoing, Lessee shall not be responsible for the major repair or replacement of any mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC (defined hereinafter) equipment, lighting facilities, sprinkler systems, or and exterior irrigation systems unless such repair or replacement be necessitated as a result of the negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, its affiliates or its or their invitees.  As used in this Lease, a “major repair or replacement” shall mean a repair or replacement that involves the payment of more than FIVE THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($5,000.00) per occurrence.

(a)
HVAC .  Maintenance of the heating and air conditioning (“ HVAC ”) equipment servicing the Premises shall be Lessee’s sole responsibility throughout the Term.   Lessee shall contract with a qualified and licensed HVAC contractor who will inspect and maintain the HVAC on a routine basis.  Lessee will provide Lessor copies of the HVAC service contract and routine inspection reports upon demand.  If Lessee fails, at any time during the Term, to execute and maintain a service contract for the HVAC equipment in compliance with this Section 3.3(a) , Lessor may contract with a service company of its own choosing and bill Lessee for the cost of the same, plus an administration fee of ten percent (10%) on all HVAC expenses billed to Lessee.  Any major repairs and/or replacement of any HVAC components will be Lessor’s obligation unless such repair or replacement be necessitated as a result of the negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, its affiliates or its or their invitees.

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(b)
Alarm System .  During the Term, Lessee shall contract with a reputable alarm monitoring company to provide alarm monitoring services at the Premises and provide evidence of such contract to Lessor upon demand.  If Lessee fails, at any time during the Term, to execute and maintain a service contract for the alarm monitoring services in compliance with this Section 3.3(b) , Lessor may contract with a service company of its own choosing and bill Lessee for the cost of the same, plus an administration fee of ten percent (10%) on all alarm service monitoring expenses billed to Lessee.

(c)
Damages Caused by Lessee .   Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, any damage to the Premises caused by Lessee, its members, managers, officers, employees, agents, representatives, guests or invitees, shall be promptly repaired or replaced to its former condition by Lessee, at Lessee’s own expense and as required by Lessor in its sole discretion.

(d)
Lessee’s Negative Covenants .   Lessee shall not injure, deface, permit waste nor otherwise harm any part of the Premises, permit any nuisance at the Premises or permit the emission of any objectionable noise or odor from the Premises.

3.4   Lessor’s Maintenance Obligations . Lessor, at Lessor’s own expense, shall be responsible for performing all repairs to the roof, foundation, and exterior walls of the Premises and all major repair or replacement of any mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment, lighting facilities, sprinkler systems, or and exterior irrigation systems unless such repair or replacement be necessitated as a result of the negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, its affiliates or its or their invitees (the “ Structural Repairs ”).  Lessor shall not be responsible for any other repairs to the Premises. Lessor agrees that in the event any Structural Repairs are needed, Lessor shall proceed to complete the Structural Repairs in the amount of time that is necessary for Lessor, in its reasonable discretion, to complete such Structural Repairs.

3.5   Surrender of Premises No act or thing done by Lessor or any agent or employee of Lessor during the Term shall be deemed to constitute an acceptance by Lessor of a surrender of the Premises unless such intent is specifically acknowledged in a writing signed by Lessor.  The delivery of keys to the Premises to Lessor or any agent or employee of Lessor shall not constitute a surrender of the Premises or effect a termination of this Lease, whether or not the keys are thereafter retained by Lessor, and notwithstanding such delivery, Lessee shall be entitled to the return of such keys at any reasonable time upon request until this Lease shall have been properly terminated.  Upon the expiration of the Term or earlier termination of this Lease as provided herein, Lessee shall surrender the Premises in the condition it existed on the Effective Date of this Lease, ordinary wear and tear only excepted.

ARTICLE IV
Improvements, Utilities & Signage

4.1   Improvements and Construction . Lessee shall not make any improvements or alterations to the Premises or begin any construction on the Premises without the prior written consent of Lessor, which consent may be withheld in Lessor’s sole discretion.  Lessee shall bear all costs of any construction on the Premises and hereby agrees that any contractors or subcontractors Lessee hires to construct any improvements or make any alterations to the Premises
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will be licensed and insured and approved by Lessor prior to the commencement of any construction.  Lessee covenants that all such work shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements, orders and limitations of all local, state or federal departments or bureaus having jurisdiction, and upon completion, the Premises shall be in compliance with all governmental requirements for the use which the Lessee may make of them.

4.2   Utilities Lessee shall arrange for and shall promptly pay as and when due all charges for electricity, water, gas, telephone service, sewer and other utilities furnished to the Premises during the Term Lessor shall not be liable for any interruption in utility services whatsoever , and Lessee acknowledges that Lessor shall have no liability for any failure or interruption of any utility or service resulting from government imposed restrictions, or utility "blackouts" resulting from a usage overload on the state, county or city electrical grid, and Lessee shall have no right to a reduction or abatement of Base Rent, Additional Rent or any other sums due hereunder in connection with an interruption of any utility or service.
4.3   Signage .  Lessee shall have the right to install, at Lessee's expense, other signage in such form and at such locations on the Premises as Lessor shall deem appropriate.  Each such sign Lessee installs shall at all times conform to all applicable rules, regulations, codes and ordinances of any governmental agency having jurisdiction over the Premises.  All such signs, including the Approved Signage, shall be removed at the termination of this Lease, at Lessee’s own expense.

4.4   Removal .  Subject to Lessee’s obligation to remove signs at the termination of this Lease pursuant to Section 4.3 , any addition to or improvement or alteration of the Premises shall be deemed a part thereof and shall belong to Lessor at the expiration of the Term.  Lessor shall bear no obligation to reimburse Lessee for the costs and expenses of any alterations and improvements.

4.5   Discharge of Liens .  Lessee will not create or permit to be created or to remain, and will promptly discharge, any lien, encumbrance or charge ( including without limitation any mechanic’s, laborer’s or materialman’s lien) against the Premises or any part thereof arising from Lessee’s actions .  If any mechanic’s, laborer’s or materialman’s lien shall at any time be filed against the Premises or any part thereof, Lessee shall cause the same to be discharged of record by payment, deposit, bond, order of a court of competent jurisdiction, or otherwise.  If Lessee shall fail to effect such discharge within thirty (30) days from notice provided by Lessor, then, in addition to any other available right or remedy, the Lessor may, but shall not be obligated to, discharge the same either by paying the amount claimed to be due or by procuring discharge by deposit or by bonding proceedings, all in accordance with applicable laws.  Lessee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Lessor in connection therewith, together with interest thereon at eighteen percent (18%) per annum from the date such costs and expenses were incurred.

4.6   Keys and Locks Lessor shall furnish Lessee two (2) keys for each door entering the Premises.  Additional keys may be furnished at a charge by Lessor.  All such keys shall remain the property of Lessor.  No additional locks shall be allowed on any door of the Premises without Lessor’s prior written consent, and Lessee shall not make or permit to be made any duplicate keys, except those furnished by Lessor.  Upon termination of this Lease, Lessee shall surrender to Lessor
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 all keys of the Premises, and give to Lessor the combination of all locks for safes, safe cabinets and vault doors, if any, remaining in the Premises.

ARTICLE V
Insurance and Indemnification

5.1   Fire & Casualty Insurance . At all times during the Term, Lessee shall, at its sole expense, obtain and keep in full force and effect an all-risk insurance policy covering the Premises and all improvements located thereon and written by a reputable insurance company reasonably acceptable to Lessor and authorized to do business in the state where the Premises is located in an amount not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the replacement cost of the Premises, including fixtures and any improvements, alterations or additions to the Premises. Such all-risk insurance coverage which Lessee is obligated to maintain shall be for the benefit of Lessor, as an additional insured and/or loss payee.  Deductibles under the all-risk policy shall not exceed $10,000. In the event that the Premises are damaged or destroyed by fire or other casualty insurable under such policy described above and neither party has terminated this Lease, Lessee shall pay or reimburse Lessor for any deductible applicable under such policy upon demand.  Such policy shall contain business income/loss of rents coverage for a period of time not less than twelve (12) months following the insured casualty.  Further, in no event shall Lessor have any obligation to repair any damage to, or replace any of Lessee’s furniture, trade fixtures, equipment or other personal property.

5.2   Liability Insurance .  During the Term, Lessee shall, at Lessee’s own expense, obtain and keep in force Commercial general liability insurance and personal injury liability insurance, insuring Lessee against liability for injury to persons or damage to property occurring in or about the Premises or arising out of the ownership, maintenance, use or occupancy thereof.  The minimum acceptable limits of liability are, as follows: $1,000,000 for each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.  This insurance shall also name Lessor, its mortgagees, if any, and their respective members, managers, officers, employees, agents and representatives as additional insureds.

5.3   Worker’s Compensation .  During the Term, Lessee shall, at Lessee’s own expense, obtain and keep in force workers’ compensation and employer’s liability insurance as required by law.

5.4   Other Insurance Policies .  During the Term, Lessee shall, at Lessee’s own expense, obtain and keep in force business interruption or loss of income insurance in amounts sufficient to insure Lessee’s business operations for a period of not less than one (1) year; property insurance covering all of Lessee’s personal property, inventory, fixtures, equipment, improvements and furnishings; and any other insurance coverages that Lessor or Lessor’s mortgagees may reasonably require.

5.5   Insurance Requirements .  Lessee shall also name Lessor (and Lessor’s mortgagees, if any and if required by Lessor’s mortgagees) an additional insured or loss payee (as applicable) with respect to any insurance policies and shall provide Lessor or its designees upon written request with certificates of insurance or copies of insurance policies evidencing that
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insurance satisfying the requirements of this Lease is in effect at all times.  All insurance policies shall provide that coverage may not be canceled or reduced without at least ten (10) days written notice first being given to Lessor.  If Lessee shall fail to procure and maintain the insurance required hereunder, Lessor may but shall not be required to procure and maintain the same, and any amounts paid by Lessor for such insurance shall be Additional Rent, which shall be due and payable to Lessor on the next succeeding date on which rent is due.

5.6   Insured Loss; Waiver of Subrogation Lessor and Lessee agree and covenant that neither shall be liable to the other for loss arising out of damage to or destruction of the Premises or contents thereof when such loss is caused by any perils included within the all-risk insurance policy.  This provision shall be binding whether or not such damage or destruction is caused by negligence of either party or their respective members, managers, officers, employees, agents, representatives, guests or invitees.  Lessor and Lessee each waive any rights each may have against the other on account of any loss or damage occasioned to Lessor or Lessee, as the case may be, their respective property, the Premises or its contents.  The insurance policies obtained by Lessee pursuant to this Lease shall contain endorsements waiving any right of subrogation which the insurer may otherwise have against Lessor.

5.7   Indemnification .  Except for the gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing of Lessor, Lessee shall indemnify and hold Lessor, its members, managers, officers, employees, agents and representatives, harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of action, suits, proceedings, liabilities, damages, losses, costs and expenses, including attorney’s fees, caused by, incurred or resulting from Lessee’s use or occupancy of the Premises, by Lessee or any of its guests or invitees.  It is expressly understood that Lessee’s obligation under this Section 5.7 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease for any reason.


ARTICLE VI
Compliance with Laws

6.1   General Compliance with Laws & Requirements . Except as provided herein, Lessee's use of the Premises shall comply with each and every applicable federal, State of Oklahoma, county and municipal statute, ordinance, code, rule, regulation, order, directive or requirement, currently or hereafter existing, including, but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ ADA ”) and all environmental laws, together with all amending and successor federal, State of Oklahoma, county and municipal statutes, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, orders, directives or requirements (the “ Requirements ”).  The failure to mention any specific statute, ordinance, rule, code, regulation, order, directive or requirement shall not be construed to mean that Lessee was not intended to comply with such statute, ordinance, rule, code, regulation, order, directive or requirement.  Because compliance with the ADA is dependent upon Lessee’s specific use of the Premises, Lessor makes no warranty or representation as to whether or not the Premises complies with the ADA or any similar legislation.  If, at any time during the Term, modifications or additions are required to be made in order for Lessee’s use of the Premises to be in compliance with the ADA, Lessee hereby agrees to make such modifications and/or additions at Lessee’s own expense.

6.2
Environmental Compliance .

(a)
Notice .  Lessee shall give notice to Lessor at least seven (7) days in advance of any production, generation, handling, storage, treatment, transportation, disposal,
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release or removal of any Hazardous Substance from, on or within the Premises, and of any arrangement for transport, disposal, storage or treatment of any Hazardous Substance from, on or within the Premises.  As used herein, the term " Hazardous Substance " shall mean any and all pollutants, contaminants, toxic or hazardous wastes or any other substances the use and/or removal of which is restricted, prohibited, regulated or penalized under or pursuant to any applicable environmental, health, safety or similar law, ordinance, order, rule or regulation now or at any time and from time to time.  Notwithstanding the foregoing, Lessee may use and store on the Premises de minimis amounts of substances commonly used in the ordinary course of Lessee’s business, provided that such use shall be in full compliance with all applicable laws.
(b)
Lessee's Covenants .  Lessee covenants, warrants and represents that it will not use or employ all or any portion of the Premises to handle, transport, store, treat or dispose of any Hazardous Substance, whether or not it was generated or produced from, on or within the Premises; and Lessee further covenants, warrants and represents that any activity on or relating to the Premises shall be conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws.
(c)
Discharge .  Lessee shall notify Lessor in writing within two (2) business days of (i) any spill, release, discharge or disposal of any Hazardous Substance in, on or under the Premises or any portion thereof, (ii) any matters where Lessee is required by law to give notice to any governmental or regulatory authority respecting any release of Hazardous Substances at or relating to the Premises, and (iii) any noncompliance by Lessee of any applicable environmental laws or breach by Lessee of the requirements set forth in this Section 6.2.
(d)
Investigation .  Lessee shall promptly provide all information and sign all documents reasonably requested by Lessor with respect to compliance with this Section 6.2.  Further, Lessor and its representatives shall have reasonable access to the Premises, from time to time, to conduct an environmental assessment, investigation and/or sampling of the Premises. Upon Lessor’s reasonable suspicion that Hazardous Substances have been spilled, released, discharged or disposed of on the Premises, Lessor shall have the right, during the Term and upon the expiration or earlier termination of the Lease, to require that Lessee hire, and in such event Lessee shall, at Lessee’s own expense, hire an environmental consultant satisfactory to Lessor to undertake sampling at the Premises sufficient to determine whether Hazardous Substances have been spilled, released, discharged or disposed of on the Premises during the Term.
(e)
Lessor’s Right to Perform Lessee’s Obligations . In the event, pursuant to this Lease, Lessee is required to undertake any sampling, assessment, investigation or remediation with respect to the Premises, then, at Lessor’s reasonable discretion, Lessor shall have the right (but without any obligation to do so), upon notice to Lessee, from time to time, to perform such activities at Lessee’s expense, and all reasonable sums incurred by Lessor shall be paid by Lessee, upon demand.
(f)
Indemnity .  If the covenants, warranties and representations contained in this Section 6.2 are false or breached, Lessee agrees to defend, indemnify, protect and hold
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harmless Lessor against any and all Claims (hereinafter defined), that Lessor may be liable for, suffer, incur, or pay by reason of the false or breached covenants, warranties and representations.  LESSEE ALSO AGREES TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, PROTECT AND HOLD HARMLESS LESSOR AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS WHICH LESSOR MAY HEREAFTER BE LIABLE FOR, SUFFER, INCUR OR PAY ARISING UNDER ANY APPLICABLE LAW AND RESULTING FROM OR ARISING OUT OF ANY ACT, ACTIVITY, OR VIOLATION OF ANY APPLICABLE LAWS ON THE PART OF LESSEE, ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, OR ASSIGNS, AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS WHICH LESSOR MAY HEREAFTER BE LIABLE FOR, SUFFER, INCUR OR PAY RESULTING FROM OR ARISING OUT OF ANY HANDLING, STORAGE, TREATMENT, TRANSPORTATION, DISPOSAL, RELEASE OR THREAT OF RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS WASTE OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES FROM, ON OR WITHIN THE PREMISES.  The liability of Lessee pursuant to this Section 6.2 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease.
(g)
Event of Default .  Any violation or breach of this Section 6.2 shall be considered an Event of Default.
(h)
Claims .  For purposes of this Section 6.2 , the term " Claims " shall include and mean all actions, causes of action, whether common law or statutory, remedies, demands, out-of-pocket costs, liabilities, charges, suits, judgments, expense, damage, personal injuries, property damage, incidental or consequential damages, clean-up costs, civil penalties, attorneys' fees, litigation expenses, abatement costs, abatement and corrective injunctive relief, injunctive relief requiring removal and/or remedial action, all costs of removal or remedial action, and damages to natural resources.
             (i)   Survival . This Section 6.2 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease.  Without limiting any other remedy available to Lessor under this Lease or by Requirements, Lessee’s failure to abide by the terms of this Section 6.2 shall be restrainable or enforceable, as the case may be, by injunction.
ARTICLE VII
Casualty and Entry & Inspection

7.1   Repair of Damage to Premises by Lessor .  Lessee shall promptly notify Lessor of any damage to the Premises resulting from fire or any other casualty.  If the Premises shall be damaged by fire or other casualty, Lessor shall promptly and diligently, subject to reasonable delays for insurance adjustment or other matters beyond Lessor’s reasonable control, and subject to all other terms of this Article 7, restore the Premises.  Such restoration shall be to substantially the same condition of the Premises and common areas prior to the casualty, except for (a) modifications required by zoning and building codes and other laws or by the holder of a mortgage on the Premises, (b) improvements or alterations of or additions to the Premises made by Lessee during the Term, which were not approved in writing by Lessor and covered by such all-risk insurance policy described in Section 5.1 hereof, or (c) any other modifications to the common areas or parking areas deemed desirable by Lessor.  Any other restoration shall be performed by Lessee, at its sole cost and expense, in accordance with the terms of this Lease.  Lessor shall not be liable for any inconvenience or annoyance to Lessee or its visitors, or injury to Lessee’s business
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resulting in any way from such damage or the repair thereof.  However, if such fire or other casualty shall have damaged the Premises necessary to Lessee’s occupancy, Lessor shall allow Lessee a proportionate and equitable abatement of Rent for any portion of the Premises Lessee cannot and does not use, but only to the extent Lessor is reimbursed from the proceeds of loss of rents insurance purchased by Lessee pursuant to Section 5.1 hereof and to the extent the Premises are materially damaged and unfit for use for the Permitted Use under this Lease, and not actually used by Lessee as a result thereof.

7.2   Option to Repair .  Notwithstanding the terms of Section 7.1 hereof, Lessor may elect not to rebuild and/or restore the Premises and instead terminate this Lease by notifying Lessee in writing of such termination within sixty (60) days after the date of casualty with such notice to include a termination date giving Lessee ninety (90) days to vacate the Premises. Lessor’s election to restore the Premises shall operate to keep this Lease in full force and effect, but pending restoration of the Premises any rent payable by Lessee shall abate in accordance with Section 7.1 until restoration of the Premises is substantially complete.  The term of this Lease shall then be extended for the time it took to substantially restore the Premises.

7.3   Notice of Casualty .  If the improvements situated upon the Premises shall be damaged or destroyed at any time, whether covered by insurance or not, Lessee shall give prompt notice thereof to Lessor.

7.4   Entry and Inspection .  Lessee shall permit Lessor and its agents to enter the Premises at all reasonable times to inspect the same or to make such repairs as Lessor may elect to make.  Lessor shall have such right to fulfill the purpose thereof without any rebate of rent to Lessee for any loss of occupancy or quiet enjoyment of the Premises thereby occasioned.  In addition, Lessor shall have the right to enter the Premises at any reasonable time within one hundred eighty (180) days of any forthcoming termination hereof for the purpose of offering and showing the Premises for sale or lease to third parties.

ARTICLE VIII
Eminent Domain

8.1   Substantial Taking .  If twenty-five percent (25%) or more of the area of the Premises should be taken for any public or quasi-public use under any governmental law, ordinance or regulation or by right of eminent domain or by private purchase in lieu thereof, this Lease may, at the election of the Lessee, be terminated, and the consideration given herein shall be abated during the unexpired portion of this Lease, effective on the date physical possession is taken by the condemning authority.

8.2   Partial Taking .  If less than twenty-five percent (25%) of the area of the Premises should be taken as aforesaid, this Lease shall not terminate; however, the consideration given hereunder during the unexpired portion of this Lease shall be reduced in proportion to the area taken, effective on the date physical possession is taken by the condemning authority, following such partial taking.

8.3   Compensation to Lessor .  The entire award of damages or compensation for the
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property taken or condemned shall belong to and be the property of Lessor, and Lessee hereby assigns to Lessor any and all such award or compensation.

ARTICLE IX
Assignment, Subletting, Attornment, Subordination & Estoppel Certificate

9.1   Assignment By Lessee .  Lessee shall not assign or sublease any rights under this Lease to any third party without the prior written consent of Lessor, which such consent may be withheld in Lessor’s sole discretion.  Regardless of Lessor’s consent, no assignment or subletting shall release Lessee from this Lease.  Consent to one assignment or subletting shall not be deemed a consent to any subsequent assignment or subletting.

9.2   Assignment By Lessor .  Lessor may assign any and all of its rights under this Lease to any third party, without Lessee's consent.

9.3   Attornment .  Lessee shall attorn and be bound to any of Lessor’s successors under all terms and conditions of this Lease.

9.4   Subordination .  This Lease shall be subordinate to the lien of any mortgage or the lien resulting from any other method of financing or refinancing now or hereafter in force against the Premises, or any portion thereof, and to any and all advances to be made under such mortgages and all renewals, modifications, extensions, consolidations and replacements thereof.  The aforesaid provisions shall be self-operative and no further instrument shall be required to evidence such subordination.  Lessee covenants and agrees to execute and deliver upon demand such further instruments subordinating this Lease on the foregoing basis to the lien of any such mortgage or mortgages as shall be desired by Lessor and any mortgagees or proposed mortgagees and hereby irrevocably appoints Lessor the attorney-in-fact of Lessee to execute and deliver such instruments within ten (10) days after written notice to do so.

9.5   Estoppel Certificate .  Within ten (10) days after request by Lessor, or in the event that upon any sale, assignment or hypothecation of the Premises, Lessee agrees to deliver a certificate to any proposed mortgagee or purchaser, or to Lessor, certifying that this Lease is unmodified and in full force and effect (or, if modified, that the same is in full force and effect as modified, and stating the modifications), that there are no defenses or offsets thereto and the dates to which rent have been paid and whether there is any breach or default existing under the Lease.
 
ARTICLE X
Enjoyment, Occupation and Security

10.1   Quiet Enjoyment .  So long as Lessee shall pay Base Rent, Additional Rent and all other sums due from Lessee under this Lease and shall keep and perform all of the terms, covenants, obligations and conditions on its part herein contained, Lessor covenants that, subject to Lessor’s rights herein, Lessee shall have the right to the peaceful and quiet occupancy of the Premises.

10.2   Occupation and Abandonment .   Lessee agrees not to vacate or abandon the
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Premises at any time during the Term.  Should Lessee vacate or abandon the Premises or be dispossessed by process of law or otherwise, such abandonment, vacation or dispossession shall be a breach of this Lease and, in addition to any other rights which Lessor may have, Lessor may remove any personal property belonging to Lessee which remains on or about the Premises and store the same, for the account of Lessee.  Further, Lessor may proceed to dispose of said personal property either by public or private sale after posting notice of its intent to sell such property for five (5) days upon the front door of the Premises.  It is agreed that Lessor may be the purchaser of all or a portion of such personal property at such sale.  Lessee may redeem said property at any time prior to sale or other disposition thereof upon full payment to Lessor of the reasonable expenses incurred by Lessor taking, holding and preparing the property for sale and of any amount due from Lessee to Lessor for rent or otherwise.  Should said property be disposed of by sale or other means, the proceeds shall be applied to satisfy any amount due from Lessee to Lessor for rent or otherwise, and to the reasonable expenses incurred for taking, holding and disposing of said property.

ARTICLE XI
Default and Remedies

11.1   Default .   Each of the following events shall be deemed a breach of this Lease and a default by Lessee (each an “ Event of Default ”):

(a)
Rent .  If any Base Rent, Additional Rent or other monetary sum due hereunder remains unpaid for ten (10) days after written notice thereof to Lessee;

(b)
Insolvency .  If Lessee becomes insolvent, performs any act of insolvency, is not generally paying its debts as the same become due or files a petition or has a petition filed against it, under any federal bankruptcy code or law, as amended;

(c)
Use of Premises .  The Premises shall be used for purposes (i) other than those listed in Section 3.1 hereof or (ii) other than those approved in accordance with Section 3.1 hereof;

(d)
Lien .  Lessor shall do or permit to be done anything that creates a lien on the Premises in violation of the terms of Section 4.5 hereof;

(e)
Environmental Compliance .  Lessee shall violate the terms, conditions and provisions of Section 6.2 hereof;

(f)
Assignment .  Lessee shall assign or sublet the Premises without consent of Lessor pursuant to Section 9.1 hereof;

(g)
Abandonment .  If Lessee vacates or abandons the Premises pursuant to Section 10.2 ;

(h)
Failure to Perform .  If Lessee fails to perform any of the terms, covenants, conditions or obligations of this Lease; or

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(i)
Other Agreement .  If there is a breach or default under any other agreement between Lessor and Lessee.

11.2   Cure .   If any Event of Default does not involve the payment of Base Rent, Additional Rent or other monetary sum due hereunder, is not willful or intentional, does not place any rights or property of Lessor in immediate jeopardy, is not known to Lessee and is within the reasonable power of Lessee to cure within thirty (30) days after receipt of notice thereof, as determined by Lessor in its reasonable discretion, then such Event of Default shall not constitute a breach or default hereunder, until Lessor shall have given Lessee notice thereof and a period of thirty (30) days shall have elapsed.  During such period Lessee may correct or cure such Event of Default, but upon Lessee’s failure to accomplish such cure within such period, an Event of Default shall be deemed to have occurred hereunder without further notice or demand of any kind.  If such Event of Default cannot reasonably be cured within the 30-day period, as determined by Lessor in its reasonable discretion, and Lessee is diligently pursuing a cure of such Event of Default, then Lessee shall after receiving notice specified herein have a reasonable period to cure such Event of Default.

11.3   Remedies upon Default .  Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default, and without any notice, except, if applicable, the notice required under certain circumstances by Sections 11. 1 and 11.2 above, or such other notice as may be required by law and may not be waived by Lessee (all other notices being hereby waived), Lessor shall be entitled to exercise, at its option, separately, concurrently, successively or in any combination, all remedies available at law or in equity, including without limitation any one or more of the following:

(a)
Termination .  To terminate this Lease and take possession of the Premises;

(b)
Operate Lessee’s Business .  To reenter (which reentry shall not operate to terminate this Lease unless Lessor expressly so elects) and take possession of the  Premises or any part thereof, any or all personal property or fixtures of Lessee upon the Premises and all franchises, licenses, permits and other rights or privileges of Lessee pertaining to the use and operation of the Premises and to conduct business thereon in the name of Lessor or of Lessee, but for the sole profit and benefit of Lessor and without compensation to Lessee;

(c)
Seize Property; Lien .  To seize all personal property, equipment, furniture or fixtures upon the Premises which Lessee owns or in which it has an interest, against which property Lessor shall have a Lessor’s lien and continuing security interest, which are hereby granted by Lessee, and to dispose of such property in accordance with laws prevailing at the time and place of such seizure or remove all or any portion of such property and cause the same to be stored in a public warehouse or elsewhere at the cost of Lessee;

(d)
Relet the Premises .  To relet the Premises or any part thereof for such term or terms (including a term which extends beyond the original term of this Lease), at such rentals and upon such other terms as Lessor, in its sole discretion, may determine, with all
 
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proceeds of such reletting being applied to the rentals and other sums due from Lessee in such order as Lessor may, in its sole discretion, determine, with Lessee remaining liable for any deficiency;

(e)
Remaining Rent .  To declare all Base Rent, Additional Rent and charges due hereunder to be immediately due and payable and thereupon all such amounts due to the end of the Term shall thereupon be accelerated.  In the event that any charges due hereunder cannot be exactly determined as of the date of acceleration, the amount of such charges shall be determined by Lessor in a reasonable manner based on historical increases in such charges; or

(f)
Attorney’s Fees .  To recover from Lessee all expenses, but not limited to including attorney’s fees, reasonably paid or incurred by Lessor as a result of such breach or default.

In addition, in the event of any breach or default by Lessee, Lessor may, but shall not be obligated to, immediately or at any time thereafter, and without notice, except as required herein, correct such breach or default (without, however, curing the same) for the account and at the expense of Lessee.  Any sum or sums so paid by Lessee, together with interest at the rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum , and all costs and damages shall be deemed to be Additional Rent hereunder immediately due and payable by Lessee to Lessor.

11.4   Nonwaiver of Default .  The subsequent acceptance of Base Rent, Additional Rent or any other sums due from Lessee under this Lease shall not be deemed a waiver of any preceding breach of any obligation by Lessee hereunder (other than Lessee’s failure to pay the particular rental so accepted), and the waiver of any breach of any covenant or condition by Lessor shall not constitute a waiver of any other breach regardless of knowledge thereof.
 
ARTICLE XII
Miscellaneous

12.1   Time is of the Essence .  Time is of the essence in this Lease and all provisions hereof.

12.2   Holding Over .  Any holding over after the expiration of the Term, with the consent of Lessor, shall be construed to be a tenancy from month to month, and shall be on the terms and conditions herein specified, so far as applicable but Base Rent shall be equal to one hundred fifty percent (150%) of that payable at the expiration of this Lease.

12.3   Furniture and Fixtures .  All furniture, fixtures and equipment placed in the Premises by Lessee shall remain the property of Lessee, subject to the rights of Lessor as provided by law or this Lease.  Lessee may, at the expiration of the term of this Lease, remove such furniture, fixtures and equipment if removal is done so as not to damage the Premises, provided that there are no current defaults in the obligations of Lessee under this Lease which would entitle Lessor to a lien on such furniture, fixtures and equipment.
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12.4   No Brokers .  Lessor and Lessee each represent and warrant one to the other that neither of them has employed any other broker, realtor or agent in connection with the negotiations of the terms of this Lease or the execution thereof.  Lessor and Lessee hereby agree to indemnify and to hold each other harmless against any loss, expense or liability with respect to any claims for commissions or brokerage fees arising from or out of any breach of the foregoing representation and warranty.

12.5   Confidentiality .  Lessee acknowledges that the terms and conditions of this Lease are to remain confidential for Lessor’s benefit, and may not be disclosed by Lessee to anyone, by any manner or means, directly or indirectly, without Lessor’s prior written consent; provided, however, Lessee may disclose the terms and conditions of this Lease if required by law or court order, and to its attorneys, accountants, employees and existing or prospective financial partners provided same are advised by Lessee of the confidential nature of such terms and conditions and agree to maintain the confidentiality thereof (in each case, prior to disclosure). Lessee shall be liable for any disclosures made in violation of this Section 12.5 by Lessee or by any entity or individual to whom the terms of and conditions of this Lease were disclosed or made available by Lessee. The consent by Lessor to any disclosures shall not be deemed to be a waiver on the part of Lessor of any prohibition against any future disclosure.

12.6   Financial Statements .  Within ten (10) days following Lessor’s written request therefor, Lessee shall deliver to Lessor, the annual and quarterly financial statements of Lessee for the most recent fiscal year and quarter, which financial statements shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (“ GAAP ”) (or in accordance with a method other than GAAP, provided that such financial statements fully and accurately reflect the financial condition of Lessee (or Guarantor, as the case may be), and the actual method of preparation is fully disclosed in writing), certified as to accuracy and completeness by Lessee’s manager, president or chief financial officer.

12.7   Rules and Regulations .  Lessee and its members, managers, officers, employees, agents, representatives, guests and invitees shall observe faithfully and comply with any and all reasonable and non-discriminatory rules and regulations, if any, governing the Premises, which may be prescribed from time to time by Lessor, in Lessor’s reasonable discretion.  Lessor agrees to provide a copy of any rules and regulations to Lessee upon their adoption by Lessor, including any amendments or modifications thereto.  Upon receipt of such rules and regulations, or amendments or modifications, thereto, Lessee agrees to carry out, observe and comply with the same.

12.8   Force Majeure .  Whenever a period of time is herein prescribed for action to be taken by Lessor or Lessee, Lessor or Lessee shall not be liable or responsible for and there shall be excluded from the computation of any such period of time, any delays due to Force Majeure Events.  As used herein, the term " Force Majeure Events " means actual delays caused by unusually adverse weather conditions, fire, or other acts of God, strikes, lockouts, acts of public enemy, riots or insurrections, ware or any other unforeseen circumstances or events beyond the control of Lessor or Lessee (except financial circumstances or events or matters which may be resolved by the payment of money); provided, however, no delay shall suspend or abate any obligation of Lessee to pay Base Rent, Additional Rent or any other sums due from Lessee under
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this Lease.

12.9   Limitation on Lessor’s Liability .  LESSEE AGREES THAT IT SHALL LOOK ONLY TO THE PREMISES IN SEEKING TO ENFORCE ANY OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHATSOEVER OF LESSOR UNDER THIS LEASE OR TO SATISFY A JUDGEMENT (OR ANY OTHER CHARGE, DIRECTIVE OR ORDER) OF ANY KIND AGAINST LESSOR.  LESSOR SHALL NOT LOOK TO THE PROPERTY OR ASSETS OF ANY OF THE MEMBERS, MANAGERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES OF LESSOR IN SEEKING TO ENFORCE ANY OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHATSOEVER OF LESSOR UNDER THIS LEASE OR TO SATISFY A JUDGMENT (OR ANY OTHER CHARGE, DIRECTIVE OR ORDER) OF ANY KIND AGAINST LESSOR, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT BE SOUGHT OR OBTAINED AGAINST LESSOR.  NO PERSON OR LEGAL ENTITY WHO OR WHICH IS A MEMBER, MANAGER, OFFICER, EMPLOYEE, AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE OF LESSOR SHALL BE PERSONALLY LIABLE FOR ANY OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES OF LESSOR UNDER THIS LEASE.  LESSOR SHALL IN NO EVENT EVER BE LIABLE FOR ANY PUNITIVE DAMAGES, CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SPECIAL DAMAGES OR BUSINESS LOSSES.

12.10   Lessor’s Performance of Lessee’s Obligations .  The performance by Lessor of any obligation required of Lessee under this Lease shall not be construed to modify this Lease, nor shall it create any obligation on the part of Lessor with respect to any performance required of Lessee under this Lease, whether Lessor’s performance was undertaken with the knowledge that Lessee was obligated to perform, or whether Lessor’s performance was undertaken as a result of mistake or inadvertence.

12.11   Relationship of Parties .  The relationship of the parties hereto is strictly that of Lessor and Lessee; Lessor has no ownership in Lessee’s enterprise and this Lease shall not be construed as a joint venture or partnership.  Lessee is not and shall not be deemed to be agent or representative of Lessor.

12.12   Notices .  All notices to be given hereunder shall be in writing, deposited in the United States mail, certified or registered, with postage prepaid, or sent by overnight delivery, and addressed as follows:

If to Lessor:        David Chymiak
21553 E. Apache St.
Catoosa, OK 74015

With a copy to:   Barber & Bartz, P.C.
525 S. Main St., Ste. 800
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
Attn: Ron B. Barber, Esq.

If to Lessee:        Tulsat, LLC
1221 E. Houston
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Broken Arrow, OK 74012
Attn: Scott Francis

With a copy to:   Hall Estill
320 South Boston, Suite 200
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
Attn: Del Gustafson, Esq.

Notices shall be deemed delivered when deposited in the United States mail, as above provided.  Change of address by either party must be by notice to the other in the same manner as above specified.

12.13   Captions .  The captions in this Lease are for convenience only and shall not in any way limit or be utilized to construe or interpret the terms and provisions hereof.

12.14   Applicable Law .  This Lease shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma. All disputes arising under this Lease shall be adjudicated in the courts of sitting in Tulsa County, Oklahoma, and in furtherance of this provision the parties hereby waive any objection to such jurisdiction and venue.

12.15   Binding Effect .  All the terms, covenants and conditions hereof shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto; provided that nothing in this Section 12.15 shall be deemed to permit any assignment, subletting, occupancy or use contrary to any other provisions hereof.

12.16   Entire Agreement This Lease and the covenants and conditions contained herein represent the full and complete agreement of the parties hereto.

12.17   Modification .  Neither this Lease, nor any of its provisions, may be modified except by a written instrument signed by both parties hereto.

12.18   Attorney Fees .  In the event any dispute between the parties results in litigation to enforce the terms of this Lease, the prevailing party in litigation shall be entitled, in addition to all other remedies provided under this Lease or by law, to recover from the non-prevailing party any and all costs and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable attorney fees.

12.19   Severability .  In the event that any provision or section of this Lease is rendered invalid by the decision of any court or by the enactment of any law, ordinance or regulation, such provision of this Lease shall be deemed to have never been included therein and the balance of this Lease shall continue in effect in accordance with its terms.

12.20   Interpretation .  In interpreting any provision of this Lease, no weight shall be given to nor shall any construction or interpretation be influence by the fact that counsel of one of the parties drafted this Lease, each party recognizing that it and its own counsel have had an opportunity to review this Lease, have contributed to the final form of this Lease.

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12.21   No Recordation .  Neither Lessor nor Lessee may record this Lease nor a short-form memorandum thereof.

12.22   Authority .  Lessor and Lessee have the legal right, power and authority to enter into this Lease.  Each party’s execution, delivery and performance of this Lease has been duly authorized, and no other action is requisite to the valid and binding execution, delivery and performance of this Lease, except as expressly set forth herein.

12.23   Counterparts .  This Lease may be executed in one or more original, facsimile and/or “.PDF” counterparts, all of which shall be considered but one and the same agreement, and shall become effective when one or more such counterparts have been executed by each of the parties and delivered to the other parties hereto.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Lessor and Lessee have executed this Lease as of the Effective Date.

“Lessor”   “Lessee”

David Chymiak,                                                 TULSAT, LLC ,
an individual                                                     an Oklahoma limited liability company

_____________                                               By: _____________________    
David Chymiak                                                   Printed Name:_____________
                                                                Title:_____________________
 
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Exhibit “A”

 Premises

Lot One (1), Block One (1), EVANS COMPLEX, a subdivision in the East Half (E/2) of the Northwest Quarter (NW/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eighteen (18) North, Range Fourteen (14) East, in the City of Broken Arrow, Tulsa County, State of Oklahoma, according to the recorded Plat thereof.







ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL ESTATE

THIS ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL ESTATE
("Addendum") is executed and effective as of the 9th day of October, 2018 ("Effective Date"), and is entered into by and between ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc., an Oklahoma corporation ("Seller"), and David Chymiak, an individual residing in Oklahoma ("Buyer"). This Addendum amends that certain Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate between Seller and Buyer, dated as of October 5, 2018 (the "Sale Agreement").
WHEREAS, Seller and Buyer desire to amend and restate in its entirety Exhibit B to the Sale Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree that Exhibit B to the Sale Agreement is amended and restated in its entirety to be in the form attached hereto.
Except as amended hereby, the terms of the Sale Agreement remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Addendum to Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate as of the Effective Date.


"Buyer"   "Seller"

ADDVANTAGE TECHNOLOGIES GROUP, INC.
an Oklahoma corporation
/s/ David Chymiak
David Chymiak
                                                    By /s/ Scott Francis
                                                    Printed Name: Scott Francis
                                                    Title: Chief Financial Officer


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Lease Agreement attached to
Addendum to Agreement for the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate
 
 
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LEASE AGREEMENT


THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (this "Lease") is made as of the___  day of October, 2018 (the  "Effective   Date"),   by  and   between   David   Chymiak,   an  individual   ("Lessor"), and TULSAT, LLC, an Oklahoma limited liability company ("Lessee").

Recitals:

A.
Lessor owns the Premises (hereinafter defined).

B.
Lessor desires to lease the Premises to Lessor, and Lessee desires to lease the same from Lessor upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
 
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Lessor and Lessee hereby agree to the following terms and conditions of this Lease.

ARTICLE I
Premises and Term

1.1
Premises.   Lessor hereby leases to Lessee and Lessee hereby leases from Lessor, on the terms and conditions herein set forth, that certain premises consisting of two buildings, fixtures and other improvements situated thereon located at 1221 East Houston Street, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012, more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof (the "Premises").

1.2
Term.   The term of this Lease shall be ten (10) years, commencing on the Effective Date (the "Commencement Date") and terminating at 11:59 P.M. Central Standard Time on the day prior to the tenth (10 th ) anniversary of the Commencement Date (the "Term").

ARTICLE II
Rent

2.1
Base Rent.   Commencing on the Commencement Date and until the expiration of the Term, Lessee shall pay Lessor annual base rent in the amount of FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($450,000) (the "Base Rent"), which such Base Rent shall be payable in twelve (12) equal consecutive monthly installments of THIRTY-SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($37,500) in advance on the first (I5t) day of each month to Lessor at 21553 East Apache Street, Catoosa, Oklahoma 74015. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the first installment of Base Rent shall be delivered to Lessor upon execution of this Lease.

2.2
Additional Rent.

(a)
Definition of Additional Rent.   "Additional Rent" shall mean all costs

 
 

 



 

and expenses to be paid by Lessee as additional rent under this Lease as further set forth and described in Sections 2.2, 5.5 and 11.3 .

(b)
Additional Rent Based on Real Estate Taxes. As Additional Rent, Lessee shall pay Lessor the annual real estate taxes and assessments assessed and levied against the Premises, on the first (1st) day of each month, in advance, in a sum equal to one- twelfth (1112 th ) of the annual real estate taxes and assessments due and payable for the then calendar year. If at a time a payment is required the amount of the real estate taxes and assessments for the then calendar year shall not be known, Lessee shall  pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, one-twelfth (1112 th ) of the real estate taxes and assessments for the preceding calendar year and upon ascertaining the real estate taxes and assessments for the current calendar year, Lessee shall pay Lessor any difference upon demand, or if Lessee shall be entitled to a credit, Lessor shall credit the excess against the next monthly installment(s) of Additional Rent due, or if at the end of the Term, then paid in full to Lessee. Additional Rent based upon real estate taxes and assessments payable for the first and last years' of the Term shall be adjusted and prorated, so that Lessor shall be responsible for Lessor's prorated share for the period prior to and subsequent to the Term, and Lessee shall pay Lessor its prorated share for the Term. Provided this Lease is not previously cancelled or terminated, and there shall be no Event of Default, or an event that with the giving of notice or the lapse of time, or both, would constitute an Event of Default, then Lessee shall have the right to contest the amount or validity of any real estate tax or assessment assessed and levied against the Premises, or to seek a reduction  in the valuation of the buildings on the Premises assessed for real estate tax purposes, by appropriate proceedings diligently conducted in good faith (the "Tax Appeal"), but only after payment of such taxes and assessments. Except as set forth below, Lessor stall not be required to join in any Tax Appeal. If required by law, Lessor shall, upon written request of Lessee, join in the Tax Appeal or permit the Tax Appeal to be brought in Lessor's name, and Lessor shall reasonably cooperate with Lessee, at the cost and  expense of Lessee. Lessee shall pay any increase that may result in real estate taxes or assessments as a consequence of the Tax Appeal, which payment obligations  shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease.

(c)
Additional Rent Based Upon Assessments for Public Improvements. As Additional Rent, upon demand, Lessee shall pay Lessor all assessments for public improvements assessed and levied against the Premises. If any assessment for public improvements shall be payable in installments, Lessor shall pay such assessment in the maximum number of installments permitted by law, and Lessee's obligation to pay Additional Rent shall be limited to each installment thereof due and payable during the Term.

(d)
Additional Rent Based Upon Other Sums . Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, all other sums of money on Lessee's part to be paid pursuant  to the terms and conditions of this Lease.

(e)
Additional Rent Based Upon Reimbursement to Lessor.   If Lessee  shall fail after applicable notice and cure periods to comply with or to perform any of the terms
 
 






or conditions of this Lease, Lessor may (but with no obligation to do so) carry out and perform such terms or conditions, at the expense of Lessee, which expense shall be payable by Lessee, as Additional Rent, within ten (10) days after receipt of written demand of Lessor for reimbursement of such expenses, together with interest at the prime rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum, which interest shall accrue from the date of Lessor's demand.

(t)              Additional  Rent Based Upon  Late Payment.    In the event  Lessee defaults for more than five (5) days in the payment of monthly installments of Base Rent, any Additional Rent or any of the sums required of Lessee under this Lease, or if Lessee fails to reimburse Lessor for any expenses incurred by Lessor pursuant to this Lease, together with interest, then after ten (10) days written notice to cure, Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, a late charge of five percent (5%) of the rent or expense.

(g)
Additional Rent Based Upon Lessor's Legal Expenses in Enforcing Lease. As Additional Rent, Lessee shall pay Lessor, all reasonable attorneys' fees that may be incurred by Lessor in enforcing Lessee's obligations under this Lease; provided, however, that in the event Lessor commences a suit against Lessee to enforce Lessee's obligations under this Lease, and such suit is tried to conclusion and judgment is entered in favor of Lessee, then in that event Lessee shall not be under any obligation to pay Lessor's attorneys' fees that Lessor may have incurred.

(h)
Taxes of Lessee's Personal Property. Lessee shall be liable for and shall pay not less than ten (10) days before delinquency, all taxes assessed against and levied upon Lessee's property. If any of Lessee's property is taxed or assessed  in connection with the Premises, Lessor may pay the taxing authority all amounts billed to Lessor as a result thereof and Lessor may, but shall have no obligation to, determine the validity of any such assessment or otherwise object thereto. Lessee shall pay all such amounts to Lessor as Additional Rent within ten (10) days after receipt of written demand of Lessor for reimbursement of such expenses, together with interest at the prime rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum, which interest shall accrue from the date of Lessor's demand.

(i)
Additional Rent Based Upon Taxes Based on Rent.   If at any time during the Term, a tax or charge shall be imposed by the State of Oklahoma or the county or municipality in which the Premises is located, pursuant to any future law, which tax or charge shall be based upon the rent due or paid by Lessee to Lessor, then Lessee shall pay Lessor, as Additional Rent, such tax or charge. The foregoing shall not require payment by Lessee of any income taxes assessed against Lessor or of any capital levy, franchise, estate, succession, inheritance or transfer tax due from Lessor.

2.3
Returned Checks.   Lessee shall reimburse Lessor for any fees and/or costs incurred by Lessor in connection with the returned checks within five (5) days following Lessor's request therefor.

2.4
Net Lease.   Except as otherwise provided herein, it is the intention of the parties that this Lease is a "triple net lease", and Lessor shall receive the Base Rent, Additional Rent and
 
 

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other sums required of Lessee under this Lease, undiminished from all costs, expenses and obligations of every kind relating to Lessee's use and occupancy of the Premises, which shall arise or become due during the Term, all of which shall be paid by Lessee in accordance with the provisions of this Lease.

2.5
No Setoff.   Except as otherwise provided herein, Lessee shall pay Lessor all Base Rent, Additional Rent and other sums required of Lessee under this Lease without abatement, deduction or setoff and irrespective of any claim Lessee may have against Lessor.

2.6
Application.   No payment by Lessee or receipt by Lessor of an amount less than the Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums required of Lessee under the Lease, shall be deemed anything other than a payment on account of the earliest Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums due from Lessee under the Lease. No endorsements or statements on any check for the payment of Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums required of Lessee under the Lease shall be deemed an accord and satisfaction of Lessor. Lessor may accept any check for payment from Lessee without prejudice to Lessor's right to recover the balance of Base Rent, Additional Rent, or other sums required of Lessee under the Lease or to pursue any other right or remedy provided under this Lease or by applicable law.

ARTICLE III
Use, Care, Maintenance and Repair

3.1
Use of Premises.   Lessee shall use and occupy the Premises solely as a warehouse and office for Lessee and Lessee's affiliates (the "Permitted Use"). Lessee shall not use and occupy the Premises for any other purpose whatsoever, without the express written consent of Lessor, which such consent may be withheld in Lessor's sole discretion.

3.2
Condition of the Premises.   LESSEE HEREBY ACCEPTS  THE  PREMISES "AS IS," WITH NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY LESSOR AS TO THE CONDITION THEREOF. Lessee shall take good care of the Premises and keep the same neat, clean and free from trash or rubbish at all times. Lessee shall not  commit or allow waste to be committed on the Premises, and Lessee shall not allow any hazardous activity to be engaged in upon the Premises. Lessee shall not cause or allow any nuisance to neighboring businesses or properties to exist on or within the Premises. Lessee shall fully comply with any requirements or notice from any governmental authority having jurisdiction over the Premises in connection with Lessee's use and occupancy thereof, and agrees to indemnify and hold Lessor harmless from any penalties, fines, costs or damages resulting from its failure to do so.

3.3
Lessee's   Maintenance   Obligations.   Except for Lessor's structural repair obligations set forth in Section 3.4 hereof, Lessee shall at all times and at its own expense maintain the Premises, including, but not limited to, all improvements constructed on the Premises, the parking areas, sidewalks and driveways surrounding the Premises, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC (defined hereinafter) equipment, lighting facilities, sprinkler systems, plate glass and windows, doors, door closures and exterior irrigation systems, in good condition and repair and replace portions thereof, as necessary except as otherwise limited
 
 

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herein. Further, Lessee's maintenance obligations shall include snow and ice removal of the parking areas, driveways, sidewalks and walkways surrounding the Premises. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Lessee shall not be responsible for the major repair or replacement of any mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC (defined hereinafter) equipment, lighting facilities, sprinkler systems, or and exterior irrigation systems unless such repair or replacement be necessitated as a result of the negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, its affiliates or its or their invitees. As used in this Lease, a "major repair or replacement" shall mean a repair or replacement that involves the payment of more than FIVE THOUSAND AND NOil 00 DOLLARS ($5,000.00) per occurrence.

(a)
HVAC. Maintenance of the heating and air conditioning ("HVAC") equipment servicing the Premises shall be Lessee's sole responsibility throughout the Term. Lessee shall contract with a qualified and licensed HVAC contractor who will inspect and maintain the HVAC on a routine basis. Lessee will provide Lessor copies of the HVAC service contract and routine inspection reports upon demand.  If Lessee fails, at any time during the Term, to execute and maintain a service contract for the HVAC equipment in compliance with this Section 3.3(a), Lessor may contract with a service company of its own choosing and bill Lessee for the cost of the same, plus an administration fee of ten percent (10%) on all HVAC expenses billed to Lessee. Any major repairs and/or replacement of any HVAC components will be Lessor's obligation unless such repair or replacement be necessitated as a result of the negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, its affiliates or its or their invitees.

(b)
Alarm System . During the Term, Lessee shall contract with a reputable alarm monitoring company to provide alarm monitoring services at the Premises and provide evidence of such contract to Lessor upon demand. If Lessee fails, at any time during the Term, to execute and maintain a service contract for the alarm monitoring services in compliance with this Section 3.3(b), Lessor may contract with a service company of its own choosing and bill Lessee for the cost of the same, plus an administration fee of ten percent (10%) on all alarm service monitoring expenses billed to Lessee.

(c)
Damages Caused by Lessee. Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, any damage to the Premises caused by Lessee, its members, managers, officers, employees, agents, representatives, guests or invitees, shall be promptly repaired or replaced to its former condition by Lessee, at Lessee's own expense and as required by Lessor in its sole discretion.

(d)
Lessee's Negative Covenants. Lessee shall not injure, deface, permit waste nor otherwise harm any part of the Premises, permit any nuisance at the Premises or permit the emission of any objectionable noise or odor from the Premises.

3.4
Lessor's Maintenance Obligations.   Lessor, at Lessor's own expense, shall be responsible for performing all repairs to the roof, foundation, and exterior walls of the Premises and all major repair or replacement of any mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment, lighting facilities, sprinkler systems, or and exterior irrigation systems unless such
 
 

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repair or replacement be necessitated as a result of the negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, its affiliates or its or their invitees (the "Structural Repairs"). Lessor shall not be responsible for any other repairs to the Premises. Lessor agrees that in the event any Structural Repairs are needed, Lessor shall proceed to complete the Structural  Repairs in the amount of time that is necessary for Lessor, in its reasonable discretion, to complete such  Structural Repairs.

3.5
Surrender   of Premises.   No act or thing done by Lessor or  any  agent  or employee of Lessor during the Term shall be deemed to constitute an acceptance by Lessor of a surrender of the Premises unless such intent is specifically acknowledged in a writing signed by Lessor. The delivery of keys to the Premises to Lessor or any agent or employee of Lessor shall not constitute a surrender of the Premises or effect a termination of this Lease, whether or not the keys are thereafter retained by Lessor, and notwithstanding such delivery, Lessee shall  be entitled to the return of such keys at any reasonable time upon request until this Lease shall have been properly terminated. Upon the expiration of the Term or earlier termination of this Lease as provided herein, Lessee shall surrender the Premises in the condition it existed on the Effective Date of this Lease, ordinary wear and tear only excepted.

ARTICLE IV
Improvements, Utilities & Signage

4.1
Improvements and Construction.   Lessee shall not make any improvements or alterations to the Premises or begin any construction on the Premises without the prior written consent of Lessor, which consent may be withheld in Lessor's sole discretion. Lessee shall bear all costs of any construction on the Premises and hereby agrees that any contractors or subcontractors Lessee hires to construct any improvements or make any alterations to the Premises will be licensed and insured and approved by Lessor prior to the commencement of any construction. Lessee covenants that all such work shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements, orders and limitations of all local, state or federal departments or bureaus having jurisdiction, and upon completion, the Premises shall be in compliance with all governmental requirements for the use which the Lessee may make of them.

4.2
Utilities.   Lessee shall arrange for and shall promptly pay as and when due all charges for electricity, water, gas, telephone service, sewer and other utilities furnished to the Premises during the Term. Lessor shall not be liable for any interruption in utility services whatsoever, and Lessee acknowledges that Lessor shall have no liability for any failure or interruption of any utility or service resulting from government imposed restrictions, or utility "blackouts" resulting from a usage overload on the state, county or city electrical grid, and  Lessee shall have no right to a reduction or abatement of Base Rent, Additional Rent or any other sums due hereunder in connection with an interruption of any utility or service.

4.3
Signage.   Lessee shall have the right to install, at Lessee's expense, other signage in such form and at such locations on the Premises as Lessor shall deem appropriate. Each such sign Lessee installs shall at all times conform to all applicable rules, regulations, codes and ordinances of any governmental agency having jurisdiction over the Premises. All such signs, including the Approved Signage, shall be removed at the termination of this Lease, at Lessee's own expense.
 
 

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4.4
Removal.   Subject to Lessee's obligation to  remove signs at the termination  of this Lease pursuant to Section 4.3, any addition to or improvement or alteration of the Premises shall be deemed a part thereof and shall belong to Lessor at the expiration of the Term. Lessor shall bear no obligation to reimburse Lessee for the costs and expenses of any alterations and improvements.

4.5
Discharge of Liens.   Lessee will not create or permit to be created or to remain, and will promptly discharge, any lien, encumbrance or charge (including without limitation any mechanic's, laborer's or materialman's lien) against the Premises or any part thereof arising from Lessee's actions. If any mechanic's, laborer's or materialman's lien shall at any time be filed against the Premises or any part thereof, Lessee shall cause the same to be discharged of record by payment, deposit, bond, order of a court of competent jurisdiction, or otherwise. If Lessee shall fail to effect such discharge within thirty (30) days from notice provided by Lessor, then, in addition to any other available right or remedy, the Lessor may, but shall not be obligated to, discharge the same either by paying the amount claimed to be due or by procuring discharge by deposit or by bonding proceedings, all in accordance with applicable laws. Lessee shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by Lessor in connection therewith, together with interest thereon at eighteen percent (18%) per annum from the date such costs and expenses were incurred.

4.6
Keys and Locks.   Lessor shall furnish Lessee two (2) keys for each door entering the Premises. Additional keys may be furnished at a charge by Lessor. All such keys  shall remain the property of Lessor. No additional locks shall be allowed on any door of the Premises without Lessor's prior written consent, and Lessee shall not make or permit to be made any duplicate keys, except those furnished by Lessor. Upon termination of this Lease, Lessee shall surrender to Lessor all keys of the Premises, and give to Lessor the combination of all locks for safes, safe cabinets and vault doors, if any, remaining in the Premises.

ARTICLE V
Insurance and Indemnification

5.1
Fire & Casualty Insurance.   At all times during the Term, Lessee shall, at its sole expense, obtain and keep in full force and effect an all-risk insurance policy covering the Premises and all improvements located thereon and written by a reputable insurance company reasonably acceptable to Lessor and authorized to do business in the state where the Premises is located in an amount not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the replacement cost of the Premises, including fixtures and any improvements, alterations or additions  to the Premises. Such all-risk insurance coverage which Lessee is obligated to maintain shall be for the benefit of Lessor, as an additional insured and/or loss payee. Deductibles under the all-risk policy shall not exceed $10,000. In the event that the Premises are damaged or destroyed by fire or other casualty insurable under such policy described above and neither party has terminated this Lease, Lessee shall pay or reimburse Lessor for any deductible applicable under such policy upon demand. Such policy shall contain business income/loss of rents coverage for a period of time not less than twelve (12) months following the insured casualty. Further, in no event shall Lessor have any obligation to repair any damage to, or replace any of Lessee's furniture, trade fixtures, equipment or other personal property.
 
 

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5.2
Liability Insurance.   During the Term, Lessee shall, at Lessee's own expense, obtain and keep in force Commercial general liability insurance and personal injury liability insurance, insuring Lessee against liability for injury to persons or damage to property occurring in or about the Premises or arising out of the ownership, maintenance, use or occupancy thereof. The minimum acceptable limits of liability are, as follows: $1,000,000 for each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. This insurance shall also name Lessor, its mortgagees, if any, and their respective members, managers, officers, employees, agents and representatives as additional insureds.

5.3
Worker's   Compensation.   During the Term, Lessee shall, at Lessee's own expense, obtain and keep in force workers' compensation and employer's liability insurance as required by law.

5.4
Other Insurance Policies.   During the Term, Lessee shall, at Lessee's own expense, obtain and keep in force business interruption or loss of income insurance in amounts sufficient to insure Lessee's business operations for a period of not less than one (1) year; property insurance covering all of Lessee's personal property, inventory, fixtures, equipment, improvements and furnishings; and any other insurance coverages that Lessor or Lessor's mortgagees may reasonably require.

5.5
Insurance   Requirements.   Lessee shall also name Lessor (and Lessor's mortgagees, if any and if required by Lessor's mortgagees) an additional insured or loss payee (as applicable) with respect to any insurance policies and shall provide Lessor or its designees upon written request with certificates of insurance or copies of insurance policies evidencing that insurance satisfying the requirements of this Lease is in effect at all times. All insurance policies shall provide that coverage may not be canceled or reduced without at least ten (10) days written notice first being given to Lessor. If Lessee shall fail to procure and maintain the insurance required hereunder, Lessor may but shall not be required to procure and maintain the same, and any amounts paid by Lessor for such insurance shall be Additional Rent, which shall be due and payable to Lessor on the next succeeding date on which rent is due.

5.6
Insured Loss; Waiver of Subrogation.   Lessor and Lessee agree and covenant that neither shall be liable to the other for loss arising out of damage to or destruction of the Premises or contents thereof when such loss is caused by any perils included within the all-risk insurance policy. This provision shall be binding whether or not such damage or destruction is caused by negligence of either party or their respective members, managers, officers, employees, agents, representatives, guests or invitees. Lessor and Lessee each waive any rights each may have against the other on account of any loss or damage occasioned to Lessor or Lessee, as the case may be, their respective property, the Premises or its contents. The insurance policies obtained by Lessee pursuant to this Lease shall contain endorsements waiving any right of subrogation which the insurer may otherwise have against Lessor.

5.7
Indemnification . Except for the gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing of Lessor, Lessee shall indemnify and hold Lessor, its members, managers, officers, employees, agents and representatives, harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of
 
 
 

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action, suits, proceedings, liabilities, damages, losses, costs and expenses, including attorney's fees, caused by, incurred or resulting from Lessee's use or occupancy of the Premises, by Lessee or any of its guests or invitees. It is expressly understood that Lessee's obligation under this Section 5.7 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease for any reason.


ARTICLE VI
Compliance with Laws

6.1
General Compliance with Laws & Requirements.   Except as provided herein, Lessee's use of the Premises shall comply with each and every applicable federal, State of Oklahoma, county and municipal statute, ordinance, code, rule, regulation, order, directive or requirement, currently or hereafter existing, including, but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA") and all environmental laws, together with all amending and successor federal, State of Oklahoma, county and municipal statutes, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, orders, directives or requirements (the "Requirements").  The failure  to mention any specific statute, ordinance, rule, code, regulation, order, directive or requirement shall not be construed to mean that Lessee was not intended to comply with such statute, ordinance, rule, code, regulation, order, directive or requirement. Because compliance with the ADA  is dependent upon Lessee's specific use of the Premises, Lessor makes no warranty or representation as to whether or not the Premises complies with the ADA or any similar legislation. If, at any time during the Term, modifications or additions are required to be made in order for Lessee's use of the Premises to be in compliance with the ADA, Lessee hereby agrees  to make such modifications and/or additions at Lessee's own expense.

6.2
Environmental Compliance.

(a)
Notice. Lessee shall give notice to Lessor at least seven (7) days in advance of any production, generation, handling, storage, treatment, transportation, disposal, release or removal of any Hazardous Substance from, on or within the Premises, and of any arrangement for transport, disposal, storage or treatment of any Hazardous Substance from, on or within the Premises. As used herein, the term "Hazardous Substance"   shall mean any and all pollutants, contaminants, toxic or hazardous wastes or any other substances the use and/or removal of which is restricted, prohibited, regulated or penalized under or pursuant to any applicable environmental, health, safety or similar law, ordinance, order, rule or regulation now or at any time and from time to time. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Lessee may use and store on the Premises de minimis amounts of substances commonly used in the ordinary course of Lessee's business, provided that such use shall be in full compliance with all applicable laws.

(b)
Lessee's Covenants. Lessee covenants, warrants and represents that it will not use or employ all or any portion of the Premises to handle, transport, store, treat or dispose of any Hazardous Substance, whether or not it was generated or produced from, on or within the Premises; and Lessee further covenants, warrants and represents that any activity on or relating to the Premises shall be conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws.
 
 

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(c)
Discharge. Lessee shall notify Lessor in writing within two (2) business days of (i) any spill, release, discharge or disposal of any Hazardous Substance in, on or under the Premises or any portion thereof, (ii) any matters where Lessee is required by law to give notice to any governmental or regulatory authority respecting any release of Hazardous Substances at or relating to the Premises, and (iii) any noncompliance by Lessee of any applicable environmental laws or breach by Lessee of the requirements set forth in this Section 6.2.

(d)
Investigation . Lessee shall promptly provide all information and sign all documents reasonably requested by Lessor with respect to compliance with this Section
6.2. Further, Lessor and its representatives shall have reasonable access to the Premises, from time to time, to conduct an environmental assessment, investigation  and/or sampling of the Premises. Upon Lessor's reasonable suspicion that Hazardous Substances have been spilled, released, discharged or disposed of on the Premises, Lessor shall have the right, during the Term and upon the expiration or earlier termination of the Lease, to require that Lessee hire, and in such event Lessee shall, at Lessee's own expense, hire an environmental consultant satisfactory to Lessor to undertake sampling at the Premises sufficient to determine whether Hazardous Substances have been spilled, released, discharged or disposed of on the Premises during the Term.

(e)
Lessor's Right to Perform Lessee's Obligations. In the event, pursuant to this Lease, Lessee is required to undertake any sampling, assessment, investigation or remediation with respect to the Premises, then, at Lessor's reasonable discretion, Lessor shall have the right (but without any obligation to do so), upon notice to Lessee, from time to time, to perform such activities at Lessee's expense, and all reasonable sums incurred by Lessor shall be paid by Lessee, upon demand.

(f)
Indemnity.   If the covenants, warranties and representations contained in this Section 6.2 are false or breached, Lessee agrees to defend, indemnify, protect and hold harmless Lessor against any and all Claims (hereinafter defined), that Lessor may be liable for, suffer, incur, or pay by reason of the false or breached covenants, warranties and representations. LESSEE ALSO AGREES TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, PROTECT AND HOLD HARMLESS LESSOR AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS WHICH LESSOR MAY HEREAFTER BE LIABLE FOR, SUFFER, INCUR OR PAY ARISING UNDER ANY APPLICABLE LAW AND RESULTING FROM OR ARISING OUT OF ANY ACT, ACTIVITY, OR VIOLATION OF ANY APPLICABLE LAWS ON THE PART OF LESSEE, ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES,. OR ASSIGNS, AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS WHICH LESSOR MAY HEREAFTER BE LIABLE FOR, SUFFER, INCUR OR PAY RESULTING FROM OR ARISING OUT OF ANY HANDLING, STORAGE, TREATMENT, TRANSPORTATION, DISPOSAL, RELEASE OR THREAT OF RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS WASTE  OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES FROM, ON OR WITHIN THE PREMISES.  The liability of Lessee pursuant to this Section 6.2 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease.
(g)
Event of Default. Any violation or breach of this Section 6.2 shall be considered an Event of Default.
 
 

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(h)
Claims. For purposes of this Section 6.2, the term "Claims" shall include and mean all actions, causes of action, whether common law or statutory, remedies, demands, out-of-pocket costs, liabilities, charges, suits, judgments, expense, damage, personal injuries, property damage, incidental or consequential damages, clean-up costs, civil penalties, attorneys' fees, litigation expenses, abatement costs, abatement and corrective injunctive relief, injunctive relief requiring removal and/or remedial action, all costs of removal or remedial action, and damages to natural resources.

(i)
Survival . This Section   6.2 shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease. Without limiting any other remedy available to Lessor under this Lease or by Requirements, Lessee's failure to abide by the terms of this Section 6.2 shall be restrainable or enforceable, as the case may be, by injunction.

ARTICLE VII
Casualty and Entry & Inspection

7.1
Repair of Damage to Premises by  Lessor.   Lessee shall promptly  notify Lessor of any damage to the Premises resulting from fire or any other casualty. If the Premises shall be damaged by fire or other casualty, Lessor shall promptly and diligently, subject to reasonable delays for insurance adjustment or other matters beyond Lessor's reasonable control, and subject to all other terms of this Article 7, restore the Premises. Such restoration shall be to substantially the same condition of the Premises and common areas prior to the casualty, except for (a) modifications required by zoning and building codes and other laws or by the holder of a mortgage on the Premises, (b) improvements or alterations of or additions to the Premises made by Lessee during the Term, which were not approved in writing by Lessor and covered by such all-risk insurance policy described in Section 5.1 hereof, or (c) any other modifications to the common areas or parking areas deemed desirable by Lessor. Any other restoration shall be performed by Lessee, at its sole cost and expense, in accordance with the terms of this Lease. Lessor shall not be liable for any inconvenience or annoyance to Lessee or its visitors, or injury to Lessee's business resulting in any way from such damage or the repair thereof. However, if such fire or other casualty shall have damaged the Premises necessary to Lessee's occupancy, Lessor shall allow Lessee a proportionate and equitable abatement of Rent for any portion of the Premises Lessee cannot and does not use, but only to the extent Lessor is reimbursed from the proceeds of loss ofrents insurance purchased by Lessee pursuant to Section 5.1 hereof and to the extent the Premises are materially damaged and unfit for use for the Permitted Use under this Lease, and not actually used by Lessee as a result thereof.

7.2
Option to Repair.   Notwithstanding the terms of Section 7.1 hereof, Lessor may elect not to rebuild and/or restore the Premises and instead terminate this Lease by notifying Lessee in writing of such termination within sixty (60) days after the date of casualty with such notice to include a termination date giving Lessee ninety (90) days to vacate the Premises. Lessor's election to restore the Premises shall operate to keep this Lease in full force and effect, but pending restoration of the Premises any rent payable by Lessee shall abate in accordance with Section 7.1 until restoration of the Premises is substantially complete. The term of this Lease shall then be extended for the time it took to substantially restore the Premises.
 
 

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7.3
Notice of Casualty.   If the improvements situated upon the Premises shall be damaged or destroyed at any time, whether covered by insurance or not, Lessee shall  give prompt notice thereof to Lessor.

7.4
Entry and Inspection.   Lessee shall permit Lessor and its agents to enter the Premises at all reasonable times to inspect the same or to make such repairs as Lessor may elect to make. Lessor shall have such right to fulfill the purpose thereof without any rebate of rent to Lessee for any loss of occupancy or quiet enjoyment of the Premises thereby occasioned. In addition, Lessor shall have the right to enter the Premises at any reasonable time within one hundred eighty (180) days of any forthcoming termination hereof for the purpose of offering and showing the Premises for sale or lease to third parties.

ARTICLE VIII
Eminent Domain

8.1
Substantial Taking.   If twenty-five percent (25%) or more of the area of the Premises should be taken for any public or quasi-public use under any governmental law, ordinance or regulation or by right of eminent domain or by private purchase in lieu thereof, this Lease may, at the election of the Lessee, be terminated, and the consideration given herein shall be abated during the unexpired portion of this Lease, effective on the date physical possession is taken by the condemning authority.

8.2
Partial Taking.   If less than twenty-five percent (25%) of the  area  of  the Premises should be taken as aforesaid, this Lease shall not terminate; however, the consideration given hereunder during the unexpired portion of this Lease shall be reduced in proportion to the area taken, effective on the date physical possession is taken by the condemning authority, following such partial taking.

8.3
Compensation to Lessor.   The entire award of damages or compensation for the property taken or condemned shall belong to and be the property of Lessor, and Lessee hereby assigns to Lessor any and all such award or compensation.

ARTICLE IX
Assignment, Subletting, Attornment, Subordination & Estoppel Certificate

9.1
Assignment By Lessee.   Lessee shall not assign or sublease any rights under this Lease to any third party without the prior written consent of Lessor, which such consent may be withheld in Lessor's sole discretion. Regardless of Lessor's consent, no assignment or subletting shall release Lessee from this Lease. Consent to one assignment or subletting shall not be deemed a consent to any subsequent assignment or subletting.

9.2
Assignment By Lessor.   Lessor may assign any and all of its rights under this Lease to any third party, without Lessee's consent.

9.3
Attornment.   Lessee shall attorn and be bound to any of Lessor's  successors  under all terms and conditions of this Lease.
 
 

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9.4
Subordination . This Lease shall be subordinate  to the lien of any mortgage  or the lien resulting from any other method of financing or refinancing now or hereafter in force against the Premises, or any portion thereof, and to any and all advances to be made under such mortgages and all renewals, modifications, extensions, consolidations and replacements thereof. The aforesaid provisions shall be self-operative and no further instrument shall be required to evidence such subordination. Lessee covenants and agrees to execute and deliver upon demand such further instruments subordinating this Lease on the foregoing basis to the lien of any such mortgage or mortgages as shall be desired by Lessor and any mortgagees or proposed  mortgagees and hereby irrevocably appoints Lessor the attorney-in-fact of Lessee to execute and deliver such instruments within ten (10) days after written notice to do so.

9.5
Estoppel Certificate.   Within ten (10) days after request  by  Lessor,  or in the event that upon any sale, assignment or hypothecation of the Premises, Lessee agrees to deliver a certificate to any proposed mortgagee or purchaser, or to Lessor, certifying that this Lease is unmodified and in full force and effect (or, if modified, that the same is in full force and effect as modified, and stating the modifications), that there are no defenses or offsets thereto and the dates to which rent have been paid and whether there is any breach or default existing under the Lease.

ARTICLEX
Enioyment, Occupation and Security

10.1
Quiet Enjoyment.   So long as Lessee shall  pay Base Rent, Additional  Rent and all other sums due from Lessee under this Lease and shall keep and perform all of the terms, covenants, obligations and conditions on its part herein contained, Lessor covenants that, subject to Lessor's rights herein, Lessee shall have the right to the peaceful and quiet occupancy of the Premises.

10.2
Occupation and Abandonment.   Lessee agrees not to vacate or abandon the Premises at any time during the Term. Should Lessee vacate or abandon the Premises or be dispossessed by process of law or otherwise, such abandonment, vacation or dispossession shall be a breach of this Lease and, in addition to any other rights which Lessor may have, Lessor may remove any personal property belonging to Lessee which remains on or about the Premises and store the same, for the account of Lessee. Further, Lessor may proceed to dispose  of said personal property either by public or private sale after posting notice of its intent to sell such property for five (5) days upon the front door of the Premises. It is agreed that  Lessor  may be the purchaser of all or a portion of such personal property at such sale. Lessee may redeem said property at any time prior to sale or other disposition thereof upon full payment to Lessor of the reasonable expenses incurred by Lessor taking, holding and preparing the property for sale and  of any amount due from Lessee to Lessor for rent or otherwise. Should said property  be  disposed of by sale or other means, the proceeds shall be applied to satisfy any amount due from Lessee to Lessor for rent or otherwise, and to the reasonable expenses incurred for taking, holding and disposing of said property.

ARTICLE XI
 

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Default and Remedies

 
11.1
Default.   Each of the following  events shall  be deemed  a breach  of this Lease and  a default by Lessee (each an "Event of Default"):

(a)
Rent.   If any Base Rent, Additional Rent or other monetary sum due hereunder remains unpaid for ten (10) days after written notice thereof to Lessee;

(b)
Insolvency.   If Lessee becomes insolvent, performs any act of insolvency, is not generally paying its debts as the same become due or files a petition or has a petition filed against it, under any federal bankruptcy code or law, as amended;

(c)
Use of Premises. The Premises shall be used for purposes (i) other than those listed in Section 3.1 hereof or (ii) other than those approved in accordance with Section 3.1 hereof;

(d)
Lien. Lessor shall do or permit to be done anything that creates a lien on the Premises in violation of the terms of Section 4.5 hereof;

(e)
Environmental Compliance. Lessee shall violate the terms, conditions and provisions of Section 6.2 hereof;

(f)
Assignment. Lessee shall assign or sublet the Premises without consent of Lessor pursuant to Section 9.1 hereof;

(g)
Abandonment.   If Lessee vacates or abandons the Premises pursuant to Section 10.2 ;

(h)
Failure to Perform.   If Lessee fails to perform any of the terms, covenants, conditions or obligations of this Lease; or

(i)
Other Agreement.   If there 1s a breach or default under any other agreement between Lessor and Lessee.

11.2
Cure.   If any Event of Default does not involve the payment of Base Rent, Additional Rent or other monetary sum due hereunder, is not willful or intentional, does not place any rights or property of Lessor in immediate jeopardy, is not known to Lessee and is within the reasonable power of Lessee to cure within thirty (30) days after receipt of notice thereof, as determined by Lessor in its reasonable discretion, then such Event of Default shall not constitute a breach or default hereunder, until Lessor shall have given Lessee notice thereof and a period of thirty (30) days shall have elapsed. During such period Lessee may correct or cure such Event of Default, but upon Lessee's failure to accomplish such cure within such period, an Event of Default shall be deemed to have occurred hereunder without further notice or demand of any kind. If such Event of Default cannot reasonably be cured within the 30-day period, as determined by Lessor in its reasonable discretion, and Lessee is diligently pursuing a cure of such Event of Default, then Lessee shall after receiving notice specified herein have a reasonable
 
 

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period to cure such Event of Default.

11.3
Remedies upon Default.   Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default, and without any notice, except, if applicable, the notice required under certain circumstances by Sections 11.1 and 11.2 above, or such other notice as may be required by law and may not be waived by Lessee (all other notices being hereby waived), Lessor shall be entitled to exercise, at its option, separately, concurrently, successively or in any combination, all remedies available at law or in equity, including without limitation any one or more of the following:

(a)
Termination. To terminate this Lease and take possession of the Premises;

(b)
Operate Lessee's Business. To reenter (which reentry shall not operate to terminate this Lease unless Lessor expressly so elects) and take possession of the Premises or any part thereof, any or all personal property or fixtures of Lessee upon the Premises and all franchises, licenses, permits and other rights or privileges of Lessee pertaining to the use and operation of the Premises and to conduct business thereon in the name of Lessor or of Lessee, but for the sole profit and benefit of Lessor and without compensation to Lessee;

(c)
Seize Property; Lien. To seize all personal property, equipment, furniture or fixtures upon the Premises which Lessee owns or in which it has an interest, against which property Lessor shall have a Lessor's lien and continuing security interest, which are hereby granted by Lessee, and to dispose of such property in accordance with laws prevailing at the time and place of such seizure or remove all or any portion of such property and cause the same to be stored in a public warehouse or elsewhere at the cost of Lessee;

(d)
Relet the Premises. To relet the Premises or any part thereof for such term or terms (including a term which extends beyond the original term of this Lease), at such rentals and upon such other terms as Lessor, in its sole discretion, may determine, with all proceeds of such reletting being applied to the rentals and other sums due from Lessee in such order as Lessor may, in its sole discretion, determine, with Lessee remaining liable for any deficiency;

(e)
Remaining Rent. To declare all Base Rent, Additional Rent and charges due hereunder to be immediately due and payable and thereupon all such amounts due to the end of the Term shall thereupon be accelerated. In the event that any charges due hereunder cannot be exactly determined as of the date of acceleration, the amount of such charges shall be determined by Lessor in a reasonable manner based on historical increases in such charges; or

(f)
Attorney's Fees. To recover from Lessee all expenses, but not limited to including attorney's fees, reasonably paid or incurred by Lessor as a result of such breach or default.
 
 


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In addition, in the event of any breach or default by Lessee, Lessor may, but shall not be obligated to, immediately or at any time thereafter, and without notice, except as required herein, correct such breach or default (without, however, curing the same) for the account and at the expense of Lessee. Any sum or sums so paid by Lessee, together with interest at the rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum, and all costs and damages shall be deemed to be Additional Rent hereunder immediately due and payable by Lessee to Lessor.

11.4
Nonwaiver of Default.   The subsequent acceptance of  Base  Rent,  Additional Rent or any other sums due from Lessee under this Lease shall not be deemed a waiver of any preceding breach of any obligation by Lessee hereunder (other than Lessee's failure to pay the particular rental so accepted), and the waiver of any breach of any covenant or condition by Lessor shall not constitute a waiver of any other breach regardless of knowledge thereof.

ARTICLE XII
Miscellaneous

12.1
Time is of the Essence.   Time is of the essence in this Lease and all provisions
hereof.

12.2
Holding Over.   Any holding over after the expiration of the Term, with  the consent of Lessor, shall be construed to be a tenancy from month to month, and shall be on the terms and conditions herein specified, so far as applicable but Base Rent shall be equal to one hundred fifty percent (150%) of that payable at the expiration of this Lease.

12.3
Furniture and Fixtures.   All furniture, fixtures and equipment placed in the Premises by Lessee shall remain the property of Lessee, subject to the rights of Lessor as provided by law or this Lease. Lessee may, at the expiration of the term of this Lease, remove such furniture, fixtures and equipment if removal is done so as not to damage the Premises, provided that there are no current defaults in the obligations of Lessee under this Lease which would entitle Lessor to a lien on such furniture, fixtures and equipment.

12.4
No Brokers.   Lessor and Lessee each represent and warrant one to the other that neither of them has employed any other broker, realtor or agent in connection with the negotiations of the terms of this Lease or the execution thereof. Lessor and Lessee hereby agree to indemnify and to hold each other harmless against any loss, expense or liability with respect to any claims for commissions or brokerage fees arising from or out of any breach of the foregoing representation and warranty.

12.5
Confidentiality . Lessee acknowledges that the terms and conditions of this Lease are to remain confidential for Lessor's benefit, and may not be disclosed by Lessee to anyone, by any manner or means, directly or indirectly, without Lessor's prior written consent; provided, however, Lessee may disclose the terms and conditions of this Lease if required by law or court order, and to its attorneys, accountants, employees and existing or prospective financial partners provided same are advised by Lessee of the confidential nature of such terms and conditions and agree to maintain the confidentiality thereof (in each case, prior to disclosure). Lessee shall be liable for any disclosures made in violation of this Section 12.5 by Lessee or by any entity or
 
 

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individual to whom the terms of and conditions of this Lease were disclosed  or made available by Lessee. The consent by Lessor to any disclosures shall not be deemed to be a waiver on the part of Lessor of any prohibition against any future disclosure.

12.6
Financial Statements.   Within ten (10) days following Lessor's written request therefor, Lessee shall deliver to Lessor, the annual and quarterly financial statements of Lessee for the most recent fiscal year and quarter, which financial statements shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") (or in accordance with a method other than GAAP, provided that such financial statements fully and accurately reflect the financial condition of Lessee (or Guarantor, as the case may be), and the actual method of preparation is fully disclosed in writing), certified as to accuracy and completeness by Lessee's manager, president or chief financial officer.

12.7
Rules and Regulations.   Lessee and its members, managers, officers, employees, agents, representatives, guests and invitees shall observe faithfully and comply with any and all reasonable and non-discriminatory rules and regulations, if any, governing the Premises, which may be prescribed from time to time by Lessor, in Lessor's reasonable discretion. Lessor agrees to provide a copy of any rules and regulations to Lessee upon their adoption by Lessor, including any amendments or modifications thereto. Upon receipt of such rules and regulations, or amendments or modifications, thereto, Lessee agrees to carry out, observe and comply with the same.

12.8
Force Maieure.   Whenever a period of time is herein prescribed for action to be taken by Lessor or Lessee, Lessor or Lessee shall not be liable or responsible for and there shall be excluded from the computation of any such period of time, any delays due to Force Majeure Events. As used herein, the term "Force Majeure Events" means actual delays caused by unusually adverse weather conditions, fire, or other acts of God, strikes, lockouts, acts of public enemy, riots or insurrections, ware or any other unforeseen circumstances or events beyond the control of Lessor or Lessee (except financial circumstances or events or matters which may be resolved by the payment of money); provided, however, no delay shall suspend or abate any obligation of Lessee to pay Base Rent, Additional Rent or any other sums due from Lessee under this Lease.

12.9
Limitation on Lessor's Liability.   LESSEE AGREES THAT IT SHALL LOOK ONLY TO THE PREMISES IN SEEKING TO ENFORCE ANY OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHATSOEVER OF LESSOR UNDER THIS LEASE OR TO SATISFY A JUDGEMENT (OR ANY OTHER CHARGE, DIRECTIVE OR ORDER) OF ANY KIND AGAINST LESSOR. LESSOR SHALL NOT LOOK TO THE PROPERTY OR ASSETS OF ANY OF THE MEMBERS, MANAGERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES OF LESSOR IN SEEKING TO ENFORCE ANY OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHATSOEVER OF LESSOR UNDER THIS LEASE OR TO SATISFY A JUDGMENT (OR ANY OTHER CHARGE, DIRECTIVE OR ORDER) OF ANY KIND AGAINST LESSOR, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT BE SOUGHT OR OBTAINED AGAINST LESSOR. NO PERSON OR LEGAL ENTITY  WHO OR WHICH IS A MEMBER, MANAGER, OFFICER, EMPLOYEE, AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE OF LESSOR SHALL BE PERSONALLY LIABLE FOR ANY
 
 

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OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES OF LESSOR UNDER THIS LEASE. LESSOR SHALL IN NO EVENT EVER BE LIABLE FOR ANY PUNITIVE DAMAGES, CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SPECIAL DAMAGES OR BUSINESS LOSSES.

12.10
Lessor's Performance of Lessee's Obligations.   The performance by Lessor of any obligation required of Lessee under this Lease shall not be construed to modify this Lease, nor shall it create any obligation on the part of Lessor with respect to any performance required of Lessee under this Lease, whether Lessor's performance was undertaken with the knowledge that Lessee was obligated to perform, or whether Lessor's performance was undertaken as a result of mistake or inadvertence.

12.11
Relationship of Parties.   The relationship of the parties hereto is strictly that of Lessor and Lessee; Lessor has no ownership in Lessee's enterprise and this Lease shall not be construed as a joint venture or partnership. Lessee is not and shall not be deemed to be agent or representative of Lessor.

12.12
Notices.   All notices to be given hereunder shall be in writing, deposited in the United States mail, certified or registered, with postage prepaid, or sent by overnight delivery, and addressed as follows:


If to Lessor:                  David Chymiak
                            21553 E. Apache St.
                            Catoosa, OK 74015


With a copy to:             Barber & Bartz, P.C. 
             525 S. Main St., Ste. 800
 
 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
             Attn: Ron B. Barber, Esq.



If to Lessee:                 Tulsat, LLC
                                1221 E. Houston
                                             Broken Arrow, OK 74012
                                Attn: Scott Francis



With a copy to:              Hall Estill
             320 South Boston, Suite 200
             Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
             Attn: Del Gustafson, Esq.

 

 



Notices shall be deemed delivered when deposited in the United States mail, as above provided. Change of address by either party must be by notice to the other in the same manner as above specified.

12.13
Captions.   The captions in this Lease are for convenience only and shall not in any way limit or be utilized to construe or interpret the terms and provisions hereof.
 

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12.14
Applicable Law.   This Lease shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma. All disputes arising under this Lease shall be adjudicated in the courts of sitting in Tulsa County, Oklahoma, and in furtherance of this provision the parties hereby waive any objection to such jurisdiction and venue.

12.15
Binding Effect.   All the terms, covenants and conditions hereof shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto; provided that nothing in this Section 12.15 shall be deemed to permit any assignment, subletting, occupancy or use contrary to any other provisions hereof.

12.16
Entire Agreement.   This Lease and the covenants and  conditions  contained herein represent the full and complete agreement of the parties hereto.

12.17
Modification.   Neither this Lease, nor any of its provisions, may be modified except by a written instrument signed by both parties hereto.

12.18
Attorney Fees.   In the event any dispute  between  the parties  results in litigation to enforce the terms of this Lease, the prevailing party in litigation shall be entitled, in addition to all other remedies provided under this Lease or by law, to recover from the non-prevailing party any and all costs and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable attorney fees.

12.19
Severability.   In the event that any provision or section of this Lease is rendered invalid by the decision of any court or by the enactment of any law, ordinance or regulation, such provision of this Lease shall be deemed to have never been included therein and the balance of this Lease shall continue in effect in accordance with its terms.
12.20
Interpretation.   In interpreting any provision of this Lease, no weight shall be given to nor shall any construction or interpretation be influence by the fact that counsel  of one of the parties drafted this Lease, each party recognizing that it and its own counsel have had an opportunity to review this Lease, have contributed to the final form of this Lease.

12.21
No Recordation.   Neither Lessor nor Lessee may record this Lease nor a short- form memorandum thereof.

12.22
Authority.   Lessor and Lessee have the legal right, power and authority to enter into this Lease. Each party's execution, delivery and performance of this Lease has been duly authorized, and no other action is requisite to the valid and binding execution, delivery and performance of this Lease, except as expressly set forth herein.

12.23
Counterparts.   This Lease may be executed in one or more original, facsimile and/or ".PDF" counterparts, all of which shall be considered but one and the same agreement, and shall become effective when one or more such counterparts have been executed by each of the parties and delivered to the other parties hereto.

[Remainder intentionally left blank.]
[Signature page follows.]
 
 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Lessor and Lessee have executed this Lease as of the Effective Date.

"Lessor"   "Lessee"


David Chymiak,                                                 TULSAT, LLC,
an individual                                                       an Oklahoma limited liability company



   ___________________                                             By: ______________________
David Chymiak                                                   Printed  Name: _____________
                                                                  Title: _____________________

 

 
 

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Exhibit "A"

Premises

Lot One (1), Block One (1), EVANS COMPLEX, a subdivision in the East Half (E/2) of the Northwest Quarter (NW/4) of Section Thirteen (13), Township Eighteen (18) North, Range Fomieen (14) East, in the City of Broken Arrow, Tulsa County, State of Oklahoma, according to the recorded Plat thereof.







 


































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ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc.
1221 E. Houston
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012

For further information
KCSA Strategic Communications
Company Contact:
Elizabeth Barker
Scott Francis        (918) 251-9121
(212) 896-1203
ebarker@kcsa.com

ADDvantage Technologies Group Announces Sale of Property in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
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BROKEN ARROW, Oklahoma, October 15, 2018 ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEY) today announced that it has signed an agreement to sell its property in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, to Dave Chymiak, Board member and Chief Technology Officer of ADDvantage Technologies, for $5.0 million. The sale of the property is expected to close before the end of October. Proceeds from the sale of the property are intended to be used by the Company to pay off its remaining indebtedness of $2.5 million to Bank of Oklahoma, N.A., which matures on October 31, 2018.  Excess proceeds will be used to fund working capital of the Company and its subsidiaries.
The facility in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, consists of the Company’s headquarters, additional offices, warehouse and a service center of approximately 162,500 square feet on ten acres. Upon closing of the sale, Tulsat, LLC, one of the Company’s subsidiaries, will enter into a ten year lease for the facility with Mr. Chymiak, which will enable the Company to continue to operate its headquarters and certain Cable TV segment operations out of the facility.

Joe Hart, CEO, said, “Selling the property will provide a cash injection that we will use to pay off our Bank of Oklahoma loans and allow us to continue executing on our growth strategy. We believe this is a financially prudent and necessary step, and since we will be able to continue to lease the facility uninterrupted, we are confident that this decision will not impact the Cable TV operations that are housed at the facility in Broken Arrow.”

About ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc.

ADDvantage Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:  AEY) supplies the cable television (Cable TV) and telecommunications industries with a comprehensive line of new and used system-critical network equipment and hardware from a broad range of leading manufacturers. The equipment and hardware ADDvantage distributes is used to acquire, distribute, and protect the communications signals carried on fiber optic, coaxial cable and wireless distribution systems, including television programming, high-speed data (Internet) and telephony. In addition, ADDvantage operates a national network of technical repair centers focused primarily on Cable TV equipment and recycles surplus and obsolete Cable TV and telecommunications equipment.

ADDvantage operates through its subsidiaries, Tulsat, Tulsat-Atlanta, Tulsat-Texas, NCS Industries, ComTech Services, Nave Communications and Triton Datacom. For more information, please visit the corporate web site at www.addvantagetechnologies.com.

The information in this announcement may include forward-looking statements.  All statements, other than statements of historical facts, which address activities, events or developments that the Company expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, are forward-looking statements.  These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from these statements.  A complete discussion of these risks and uncertainties is contained in the Company’s reports and documents filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.