Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and AFFORDABLE HOUSE CT LLC, doing business as Affordable Home, concerning your access to and use of our website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not access or use our services.

Definitions

For purposes of these Terms:

• Company, We, Us, or Our refers to AFFORDABLE HOUSE CT LLC
• Services refers to all professional services, consulting, and solutions provided by the Company
• Website refers to www.affordablehome.buzz and all associated web properties
• Client or You refers to the individual or entity accessing our services
• Content refers to all text, images, data, and materials on our website

Services Description

Affordable Home provides professional computer systems design, integrated systems design, technical consulting, architectural services, management consulting, and specialized design services. Specific service details, deliverables, timelines, and pricing are outlined in individual service agreements or statements of work.

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• Attempt unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Collect user information without consent
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Engage in any fraudulent activity

Account Security

If you create an account or access portal with us, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach.

Professional Services

Engagement Terms

Professional services are provided pursuant to separate written agreements that specify scope, deliverables, timelines, fees, and other terms. These Terms of Service supplement but do not replace individual service agreements.

Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Cooperate in good faith throughout the engagement
• Provide timely feedback and approvals
• Grant necessary access to systems and resources
• Pay fees according to agreed terms
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Our Responsibilities

We commit to:

• Deliver services with professional skill and care
• Meet agreed-upon timelines and deliverables
• Maintain confidentiality of client information
• Provide qualified personnel for engagements
• Communicate regularly about project status

Fees and Payment

Service fees are specified in individual agreements. Payment terms typically include:

• Invoices issued according to agreed schedule
• Payment due within 30 days unless otherwise specified
• Late payment may incur interest charges
• Expenses reimbursed as agreed in writing
• Right to suspend services for non-payment

Intellectual Property

Our Property

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, designs, and software, is owned by or licensed to Affordable Home and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our written permission.

Client Property

Clients retain ownership of their pre-existing intellectual property. Work product created specifically for a client under a service agreement is typically transferred to the client upon full payment, as specified in the agreement.

License Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for its intended purpose. This license does not include any right to resell or commercial use of our content or services.

Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information shared during the course of our relationship. Confidential information includes business plans, technical data, customer information, and any information marked as confidential. This obligation survives termination of services.

Warranties and Disclaimers

Limited Warranty

We warrant that services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. This warranty is limited to a period specified in individual service agreements.

Disclaimer

Except as expressly stated, our website and services are provided on an as-is and as-available basis. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Affordable Home shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, arising from your use of our services or website. Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the fees paid by you for the specific services giving rise to the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Affordable Home, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms, your use of our services, or your violation of any rights of another party.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website or services immediately, without prior notice, for any breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. Provisions regarding intellectual property, confidentiality, warranties, and liability survive termination.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Arbitration

Any dispute arising from these Terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration shall take place in Connecticut. Each party bears its own costs unless otherwise awarded by the arbitrator.

Exceptions

Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property infringement or confidentiality breaches without first pursuing arbitration.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, government actions, or technical failures. The affected party must notify the other party promptly and make reasonable efforts to resume performance.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms 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, together with any service agreements and our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Affordable Home regarding use of our services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section is void.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Acknowledgment

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.