Welcome to the website of Clay Palmetto Group at Keller Williams Realty ("we," "us," or "our") at https://www.claypalmetto.com/ (the "Website"). As a veteran-owned, faith-driven real estate team dedicated to integrity and exceptional service in South Carolina, we aim to make your experience informative and seamless. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Website, our services, and any related communications or content (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using the Website or Service, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website or Service.

These Terms are designed to protect both you and us, ensuring clear expectations. They comply with U.S. laws, including consumer protection statutes, and are governed by South Carolina law.

1. Acceptance of Terms

Your use constitutes acceptance of these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We may update these Terms at any time; continued use after posting revisions means acceptance. Check periodically for changes.

2. Use of the Website and Service

• Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent to use the Service.

• Permitted Use: For personal, non-commercial purposes like browsing listings, submitting inquiries, scheduling consultations, or accessing real estate information. Do not misuse the Service, e.g., interfere with security features, harvest data, transmit viruses, impose unreasonable loads, or use automated tools like robots or spiders without permission.

• User Content: Any submissions (e.g., forms, testimonials, reviews) grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, and display for business purposes. You represent that your content is accurate, non-infringing, and not unlawful, offensive, or defamatory. We may remove inappropriate content at our discretion.

• SMS and Communications: By opting in, you agree to receive SMS under TCPA. Standard message and data rates apply; reply "STOP" to opt-out.

• Prohibited Activities: No unlawful use, such as posting threatening material, violating laws, or using the Service for commercial exploitation without consent.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website (text, images, logos, listings, tools) is owned by us, our affiliates, or licensed providers (e.g., Keller Williams trademarks) and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Use for personal purposes only; no reproduction, modification, distribution, or commercial use without our written consent. Violations may result in legal action.

4. Real Estate Services and Content

Information on properties, markets, listings, or advice is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, availability, or currency of any content—verify independently with professionals. Services like consultations or appointments are subject to separate agreements (e.g., buyer or listing contracts). Dimensions, valuations, and property details are approximate and unverified.

5. Links to Other Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content, terms, or practices—access at your own risk and review their policies.

6. Disclaimers

THE WEBSITE AND SERVICE ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE ERROR-FREE FUNCTIONS, DEFECT CORRECTIONS, OR VIRUS-FREE CONTENT. REAL ESTATE INVOLVES RISKS; WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR DECISIONS BASED ON OUR INFORMATION OR FOR ANY TRANSACTION OUTCOMES.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE, OUR AFFILIATES (INCLUDING KELLER WILLIAMS), OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR SERVICE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY. THIS INCLUDES DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS OR $100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW SUCH LIMITATIONS, SO THIS MAY NOT APPLY FULLY TO YOU.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us, our affiliates, officers, agents, and employees harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Website or Service, violation of these Terms, infringement of third-party rights, or any user content you submit.

9. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website or Service at any time, without notice, for any reason, including breaches of these Terms.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina, without regard to conflicts of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved exclusively in state or federal courts located in Columbia, South Carolina. You consent to personal jurisdiction there and waive any objections. At our election, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association (AAA) rules for efficient resolution. You waive the right to a jury trial.

11. Miscellaneous

• Severability: If any provision is invalid or unenforceable, it shall be reformed to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions remain in effect.

• No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right does not waive it.

• Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement, superseding prior understandings.

• Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays due to events beyond our control (e.g., natural disasters).

• Assignment: We may assign these Terms; you may not without our consent.

• Changes: We may modify these Terms; material changes will be notified.

12. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions:

Clay Palmetto Group at Keller Williams Realty

1523 Huger St B Columbia, SC 29201

Email: admin@claypalmetto.com

Phone: +1 (803) 470-1639

For sales-related inquiries, please email sales@claypalmetto.com.

Thank you for visiting—we look forward to assisting with your real estate goals!