Sales contract essentials for SMBs

Keep it simple, keep it enforceable\nFor SMBs, contracts should be short and clear. The goal is to prevent misunderstandings, not to write a novel.\n\n## Core sections\n- **Parties**: buyer and seller legal names and addresses.\n- **Scope / items**: line items, quantities, service details.\n- **Price & payment**: totals, due dates, refunds, and chargeback handling.\n- **Taxes**: whether tax is included, and which tax type applies (sales tax/VAT/GST).\n- **Delivery**: location, timeline, risk transfer (if physical goods).\n- **Warranty / support**: duration and exclusions.\n- **Disputes**: governing law and venue (use your jurisdiction).\n- **Signatures**: e‑sign acceptance and date/place signed.\n\n## Practical tips\n- Lock the price and scope once signed.\n- Store a read‑only copy and export a PDF for record‑keeping.