An agreement in connection with the sale of a business that prohibits the seller from engaging in the same or a similar business for a period of twenty-five years would be unreasonable.

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A non-compete agreement that prohibits a seller from engaging in the same or similar business for a period of twenty-five years would be considered too long and unreasonable. Generally, non-compete agreements are valid if they are reasonable in scope, duration, and geographical area. A period of twenty-five years would be considered too long and likely not enforceable.

An Agreement in Connection with the Sale of a Business