Website Terms and Conditions (Plain Language)
- Agreement to Terms
By using residential.loans (the “Website”), you agree to follow these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree, please don’t use the Website.
- Who Can Use the Website
You must be at least 18 years old and live in the U.S. or its territories to use this Website. By using it, you confirm that you meet these requirements.
- Use of MLS and Listing Data
The real estate listing data on this site is owned by the MLS and other sources. You may only use this data to consider buying or selling a specific property. Don’t copy, share, or reuse this data for other purposes.
- Updates to These Terms
We may change these Terms at any time. When we post changes, they take effect immediately. If you keep using the Website after changes are posted, it means you accept them.
- Website Access and Security
We can change or remove parts of the Website at any time. We’re not responsible if the Website is temporarily unavailable. You’re responsible for keeping your login details safe and making sure any information you provide is correct.
- Ownership of Content
Everything on this Website (like images, text, software, videos, etc.) belongs to us or our partners and is protected by copyright and other laws. You may use it only for personal, non-commercial use unless we say otherwise.
- You May Not:
- Use the content for commercial purposes
- Copy, share, or modify content unless allowed
- Use bots or software to scrape data
- Upload harmful software
- Break into or harm our systems
- Violate any laws
- Trademarks
Our name, logos, and product names are protected company brands. You can’t use them without permission.
- Prohibited Behavior
You must use the Website legally and respectfully. Don’t:
- Break any laws
- Harm minors
- Send spam
- Pretend to be someone else
- Disrupt or damage the site
- Monitoring and Enforcement
We can remove access or take legal action if you misuse the Website. We may cooperate with law enforcement if necessary. We aren’t responsible for monitoring all user content or removing offensive content quickly.
- Reliance on Content
Content on the Website is for general info only. We don’t guarantee it's accurate or complete. Use it at your own risk.
- Third-Party Content
Some content is provided by others, like bloggers or advertisers. We’re not responsible for what they post.
- Privacy
By using the Website, you agree to how we collect and use your data as explained in our Privacy Policy.
- Other Terms
Some parts of the Website may have additional rules. Those are also part of these Terms.
- Linking and Social Media
You can link to our homepage if it's fair and legal. Don’t imply we approve of you or your site unless we agree. Don’t frame or copy parts of the site on your site.
- External Links
We sometimes link to other sites. We’re not responsible for their content or if something goes wrong when you use them.
- Geographic Limits
The Website is intended for use in the U.S. We can’t guarantee it’s legal or available in other countries.
- Warranties Disclaimer
We provide the Website “as is.” We don’t guarantee it’s error-free or that it will meet your needs. We’re not responsible for viruses or issues with files you download.
- Limitation of Liability
We’re not responsible for any damages that result from your use (or inability to use) the Website. This includes loss of data, money, or access.
- Your Responsibility
You agree to protect us from legal claims or damages if you break these Terms or misuse the Website.
- Dispute Resolution
We may require you to resolve any disputes through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
- Time Limit to File Claims
You must bring any legal claim related to these Terms or the Website within one year, or you lose the right to do so.
- Waiver and Severability
If we don’t enforce a part of these Terms, it doesn’t mean we give up that right. If any part is found to be illegal or unenforceable, the rest still applies.
- Entire Agreement
These Terms and our Privacy Policy are the full agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Website. They override any earlier understandings.