Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Land Mercado ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our website land-mercado.com and our land investment platform services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our services.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services.

Description of Services

Land Mercado provides an online platform that facilitates the discovery, evaluation, and purchase of land properties. Our services include:

• Land property listings and detailed information
• Property search and filtering tools
• Investment analysis and property insights
• Transaction facilitation through trusted title companies
• Customer support and guidance throughout the purchase process
• Educational resources about land investment

We act as an intermediary platform and do not directly own or sell the properties listed on our website.

User Accounts

Account Creation

To access certain features of our services, you may be required to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your account information
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

Property Listings and Information

Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about properties, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all property information. Property details may change without notice, and we recommend:

• Verifying all property information independently
• Conducting your own due diligence
• Consulting with qualified professionals
• Visiting properties in person when possible

Property Availability

Property availability is subject to change. We do not guarantee that any property will remain available for purchase at the time you express interest or attempt to purchase.

Purchase Process and Transactions

Transaction Process

When you decide to purchase a property through our platform:

• You will be required to provide a deposit to reserve the property
• All transactions are processed through licensed title companies or escrow services
• Title companies handle title searches, insurance, and closing procedures
• You are responsible for all closing costs and fees
• Final ownership transfer occurs through proper legal channels

Deposits and Payments

Deposits made to reserve properties are credited toward the final purchase price and are not additional fees. However:

• Deposits may be non-refundable under certain circumstances
• You are responsible for ensuring sufficient funds for the full purchase
• Payment terms and conditions are subject to the specific property and seller requirements

User Responsibilities and Conduct

Permitted Use

You may use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree to:

• Use the platform for legitimate land investment purposes
• Provide accurate information in all communications
• Respect the intellectual property rights of others
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use the platform for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Interfere with or disrupt the platform's functionality
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the platform
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Collect or harvest user information without permission
• Use automated systems to access the platform

Intellectual Property Rights

The Land Mercado platform, including its design, content, features, and functionality, is owned by us and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or logos without authorization
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Create derivative works based on our platform

You retain ownership of any content you submit to our platform, but grant us a license to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with our services.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

Investment Advice

Information provided on our platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, financial, legal, or tax advice. You should consult with qualified professionals before making investment decisions.

Third-Party Services

We work with third-party service providers (title companies, escrow services, etc.). We are not responsible for the actions, services, or content of these third parties.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Land Mercado shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Property value fluctuations or investment losses
• Delays or failures in transaction processing
• Third-party actions or services
• System downtime or technical issues

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Land Mercado and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of our services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination:

• Your right to use our services will cease immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in Sheridan County, Wyoming.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Severability

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

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Land Mercado regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.