The Borges Real Estate Team
The Borges Real Estate Team
LEGAL

Terms of Service

Last updated: January 1, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the website of The Borges Real Estate Team ("we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Description of Services

The Borges Real Estate Team provides real estate services in Southern California, including but not limited to:

  • Buyer representation for residential properties
  • Seller representation and property marketing
  • 1031 exchange consultation and facilitation
  • Probate real estate services
  • Investment property consultation
  • Market analysis and property valuations
  • Educational seminars and workshops

Our agents are licensed real estate professionals affiliated with eXp Realty. All real estate transactions are subject to applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

Website Use

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes related to exploring real estate services, viewing property information, and contacting our team. You agree not to:

  • Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website
  • Interfere with or disrupt the website's functionality
  • Collect or harvest information about other users
  • Use automated systems or software to extract data from the website
  • Transmit any malware, viruses, or other harmful code
  • Impersonate any person or entity

Account Registration

Certain features of our website may require registration. If you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

Property Information Disclaimer

Property listings, pricing information, and market data displayed on our website are provided for informational purposes only. While we strive to ensure accuracy, we make no guarantees regarding:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of listing information
  • The availability or pricing of any property
  • The accuracy of property descriptions, photos, or virtual tours
  • Market statistics, trends, or forecasts

All property information is subject to change without notice. Interested buyers should independently verify all information before making any real estate decisions.

Real Estate Representation

Agency Disclosure

As licensed real estate agents in California, we are required to make certain disclosures regarding agency relationships. Before entering into any agency agreement, we will provide you with the required California Agency Disclosure form and explain our duties and responsibilities.

No Guaranteed Outcomes

While we are committed to providing excellent service, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes including:

  • Sale price or purchase price of any property
  • Timeframe for selling or finding a property
  • Approval of Mills Act applications
  • Success of 1031 exchange transactions
  • Court approval in probate sales

Real estate transactions involve risks and are subject to market conditions, financing contingencies, inspections, and other factors beyond our control.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, photography, and software, is the property of The Borges Real Estate Team or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our express written permission. You may print or download content for your personal, non-commercial use only.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including MLS listings, lender websites, inspection services, and social media platforms. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE BORGES REAL ESTATE TEAM, ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR OUR SERVICES.

THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO ALL CLAIMS, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Borges Real Estate Team, its agents, employees, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the website or violation of these Terms of Service.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms of Service or your use of the website shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in Los Angeles County, California.

Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect intellectual property rights.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Borges Real Estate Team regarding your use of the website. Any separate agreements for real estate services will be documented in appropriate written contracts.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: