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The Simple Reason Why You Shouldn't Use Online Contracts Contracts aren't one size fits all.

By Business Rockstars

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In this video with Entrepreneur Network partner Business Rockstars, attorney Jessica Olmon gives one simple reason why you should avoid using online contracts: The framework between two similar deals might look the same, but different companies and people are willing to assume different levels of risk. You might not even realize that an online contract opens you up to something you are uncomfortable with until it's too late.

Instead, Olmon recommends that you should start by looking at your business identity and brand, by examining what you are comfortable with and then crafting a contract from there.

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