Sign Here, Please…

It’s common to shake hands when you agree to do something—perhaps help a neighbor with yard work or sell one of your possessions to a friend.

If you’re making a more formal agreement, however, you may want to enter into a written covenant (see definition below) that stipulates the details of the compact. A document is drafted, and both parties sign it to confirm that they have agreed upon the terms.

A covenant can also be useful if you simply want to put a promise in writing–that you will complete your homework assignments on time, for example, or clean your room once a week. You can write out what you intend to do, and both you and your parent can sign it.

With the covenant in hand, there can be no confusion about the terms of your agreement!

Speak your mind: Are you involved in any activities that could benefit from a covenant?

COVENANT: A formal, binding agreement that is often written.