The close of escrow for the Transaction (the “ Closing ”) shall take place on August 31, 2017, or such earlier date as Buyer and Seller may mutually agree (the “ Closing Date ”). The parties shall conduct an escrow style closing through Escrow Holder so that it will not be necessary for any party to attend the Closing. In the event that the Transaction fails to close by the Closing Date (as may be extended pursuant to the terms of this Agreement) and has not been otherwise terminated pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, the parties shall have the rights and obligations as provided in Article 9 .