Guides to promises and agreements between individuals

• Is a verbal agreement valid? How to keep proof of what was promised

  A verbal promise can be a contract, but it is hard to prove once a dispute starts. Here is how to record a promise between individuals so it can be checked later.

• How to write a loan agreement between individuals: what to include

  How to write a loan agreement when lending money to a friend, acquaintance or relative: the amount, due date, repayment method, interest and late payment.

• How to write a settlement agreement between individuals: items and cautions

  How to write a settlement agreement when resolving property damage or a personal dispute by talking it out: the amount, payment terms and the closing clause.

• Avoiding trouble in private sales: what to agree when selling a car or used goods

  Common problems in private sales and what to put in writing: the price, handover, transfer of registration and what happens if a defect appears.