Silverstone Business Brokerage

# Terms of Service — Silverstone Business Brokerage Marketplace Platform

**Effective Date:** April 1, 2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTION WAIVER, LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES, AND WAIVER OF CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS:

BY ACCESSING, BROWSING, REGISTERING FOR, OR USING THIS WEBSITE OR ANY RELATED SERVICES, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE. THESE TERMS CONTAIN A MANDATORY BINDING ARBITRATION PROVISION, WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL, CLASS ACTION WAIVER, LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, DAMAGES CAP, DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES, INTERNATIONAL JURISDICTION CLAUSES, AND OTHER PROVISIONS THAT AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE.

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# 1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of these Terms:

“Website” means the website, platform, marketplace, applications, portals, domains, subdomains, databases, software, systems, communications, services, and all related technology operated under the Silverstone Business Brokerage brand or any affiliated entity.

“Website Parties” means collectively and individually the Website owner, LLC, parent entities, subsidiaries, affiliates, licensors, operators, administrators, developers, programmers, employees, officers, directors, shareholders, members, managers, contractors, consultants, agents, representatives, successors, assigns, hosting providers, cloud providers, payment processors, advertisers, and service providers.

“User” means any person or entity accessing, browsing, viewing, registering for, purchasing services from, listing on, communicating through, or otherwise using the Website.

“Content” means all listings, advertisements, financial information, valuation information, projections, text, graphics, photographs, videos, documents, communications, messages, contact information, investment information, user-generated content, uploads, and all other materials.

“Listings” means business-for-sale advertisements, broker profiles, investor profiles, opportunities, offers, solicitations, service advertisements, and related materials.

“Services” means all products, subscriptions, premium memberships, listing services, advertising services, communication systems, investor directory services, broker directory services, lead generation tools, and all other Website functions.

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# 2. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing or using the Website, User acknowledges and agrees that:

1. User has read and understood these Terms;
2. User is legally capable of entering binding contracts;
3. User is at least eighteen (18) years old or the age of majority in User’s jurisdiction;
4. User agrees to be legally bound by these Terms;
5. User agrees that electronic acceptance constitutes legally binding agreement;
6. User agrees these Terms apply to all use of the Website and Services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement enforceable to the maximum extent permitted under Nevada law, United States federal law, and applicable international law.

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# 3. MARKETPLACE ROLE ONLY

The Website functions solely as an online advertising, communication, and marketplace platform.

Except where expressly stated in a separately executed written agreement signed by an authorized representative of the Website owner, the Website Parties:

* do not act as agents for Users;
* do not represent buyers or sellers;
* do not guarantee transactions;
* do not verify listings;
* do not guarantee the legality, accuracy, completeness, or truthfulness of Content;
* do not guarantee buyer or seller qualifications;
* do not guarantee investor accreditation;
* do not guarantee financing availability;
* do not guarantee transaction closings;
* do not guarantee profitability or valuation;
* do not guarantee regulatory compliance.

Users acknowledge that all transactions occur solely between Users at their own risk.

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# 4. NO PROFESSIONAL, LEGAL, INVESTMENT, TAX, OR SECURITIES ADVICE

The Website and Services do not constitute legal, accounting, tax, escrow, brokerage, valuation, investment, securities, financial, business, or professional advice.

No Content on the Website constitutes:

* legal advice;
* tax advice;
* securities advice;
* investment advice;
* valuation advice;
* due diligence advice;
* business appraisal services;
* escrow services;
* financial advisory services;
* guarantees of investment returns or business performance.

Users must independently consult qualified attorneys, accountants, tax professionals, valuation experts, securities counsel, financial advisors, and other licensed professionals before relying on any information or entering any transaction.

Users expressly acknowledge they are not relying upon the Website Parties for professional advice of any kind.

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# 5. NO FIDUCIARY OR AGENCY RELATIONSHIP

Use of the Website does not create:

* fiduciary duties;
* agency relationships;
* brokerage representation;
* partnership relationships;
* joint ventures;
* employment relationships;
* advisory relationships;
* trustee relationships;
* or any special duty relationship.

No fiduciary obligation shall arise absent a separately executed written agreement signed by an authorized representative of the Website owner.

Users expressly waive any claim alleging implied fiduciary duties arising solely from Website use.

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# 6. USER RESPONSIBILITY, NO RELIANCE, AND INDEPENDENT VERIFICATION

Users expressly acknowledge and agree that the Website functions solely as a passive online venue and technology platform.

The Website Parties do not participate in:

* negotiation of transactions;
* underwriting;
* escrow services;
* transaction structuring;
* due diligence;
* securities underwriting;
* verification of listings;
* valuation services;
* appraisal services;
* legal review;
* accounting review;
* investment analysis;
* transaction execution.

Users expressly acknowledge that User has not relied upon any oral or written statement, projection, estimate, advertisement, valuation, financial model, marketing material, communication, recommendation, or representation allegedly made by the Website Parties in deciding to:

* access the Website;
* purchase Services;
* communicate with other Users;
* enter any transaction;
* acquire or sell any business or investment.

Users are solely and exclusively responsible for independently investigating and verifying:

* all Listings;
* financial statements;
* tax returns;
* representations;
* ownership claims;
* legal compliance;
* intellectual property rights;
* licenses;
* permits;
* liabilities;
* litigation;
* revenues;
* profits;
* inventory;
* assets;
* debts;
* employee matters;
* regulatory matters;
* investor qualifications;
* and all other transaction-related information.

Users acknowledge that business acquisitions, investments, mergers, acquisitions, and commercial transactions involve substantial financial risk.

Users further acknowledge that the Website is intended primarily for sophisticated commercial users engaged in business, brokerage, investment, acquisition, advisory, or commercial activities rather than personal consumer transactions.

Users assume all risks arising from reliance upon Website Content or interactions with other Users.

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# 7. SECURITIES LAW DISCLAIMER

No Content, Listing, communication, or information on the Website constitutes:

* an offer to sell securities;
* solicitation of securities;
* securities brokerage services;
* investment solicitation;
* securities underwriting;
* investment management;
* investment advisory services.

Users are solely responsible for compliance with all:

* United States federal securities laws;
* SEC regulations;
* FINRA regulations;
* state securities laws (“Blue Sky Laws”);
* anti-money laundering laws;
* sanctions laws;
* international securities laws;
* foreign investment regulations.

The Website Parties disclaim all liability arising from securities-related activities conducted by Users.

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# 8. INTERNATIONAL USE AND COMPLIANCE

The Website may be accessed internationally.

Users accessing the Website from outside the United States do so voluntarily and are solely responsible for compliance with:

* local laws;
* foreign regulations;
* international trade laws;
* sanctions laws;
* export control laws;
* data protection laws;
* privacy laws;
* securities laws;
* consumer protection laws;
* tax laws.

Users represent and warrant that they:

* are not located in any comprehensively sanctioned jurisdiction;
* are not identified on any sanctions, blocked-persons, denied-persons, terrorist, anti-money laundering, export control, or prohibited-party list maintained by OFAC, the U.S. Department of Commerce, the United Nations, the European Union, the United Kingdom, or other governmental authority;
* are not acting on behalf of prohibited parties;
* will comply with all applicable export control, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism, and sanctions laws.

Users further acknowledge compliance responsibilities under, where applicable:

* OFAC regulations;
* the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR);
* anti-bribery laws;
* anti-corruption laws;
* anti-terrorism financing laws;
* sanctions programs;
* anti-money laundering regulations.

The Website Parties make no representation that the Website or Services are lawful or appropriate in any jurisdiction outside Nevada, United States.

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# 9. USER REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

User represents, warrants, and covenants that:

1. all Content submitted is truthful, accurate, lawful, current, and not misleading;
2. User owns or possesses lawful rights to all submitted Content;
3. User possesses authority to advertise or sell any listed business or asset;
4. User complies with all applicable laws and regulations;
5. User will not engage in fraud, deceptive trade practices, or unlawful conduct;
6. User is not violating securities laws;
7. User is not laundering money or facilitating unlawful transactions;
8. User is not acting on behalf of sanctioned persons or entities;
9. User will not upload malicious code or interfere with Website operations;
10. User will not scrape, harvest, reverse engineer, or copy Website data;
11. User will not impersonate any individual or entity.

The Website Parties reserve the right, but not the obligation, to investigate, monitor, review, remove, suspend, terminate, report, or cooperate with law enforcement, regulators, governmental agencies, payment processors, arbitrators, or courts regarding any suspected violation.

The Website Parties have no duty or obligation to monitor, supervise, investigate, police, verify, or validate:

* Listings;
* User conduct;
* communications;
* transactions;
* investor qualifications;
* broker qualifications;
* regulatory compliance;
* legality of Content.

Users acknowledge that failure by the Website Parties to monitor or remove Content shall not create liability or constitute endorsement.

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# 10. BROKERS, INVESTORS, AND PROFESSIONAL USERS

Users identifying as brokers, M&A advisors, intermediaries, investors, agents, consultants, or professional representatives are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all licensing, registration, securities, advertising, disclosure, and regulatory obligations.

Unless expressly stated in a separately executed written agreement, third-party brokers and professionals listed on the Website are independent third parties and are not employees, agents, partners, representatives, or affiliates of the Website Parties.

The Website Parties are not responsible for:

* broker conduct;
* investor conduct;
* licensing compliance;
* professional misconduct;
* negligent acts;
* fiduciary breaches;
* regulatory violations.

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# 11. SUBSCRIPTIONS, BILLING, AUTO-RENEWAL, AND NO REFUND POLICY

Certain Services require paid subscriptions or recurring billing.

BY PURCHASING A SUBSCRIPTION, USER EXPRESSLY AUTHORIZES RECURRING CHARGES UNTIL CANCELED.

Subscriptions may automatically renew at recurring intervals selected by User.

User is solely responsible for:

* reviewing billing terms;
* canceling subscriptions before renewal;
* maintaining valid payment methods;
* paying all applicable taxes and fees.

ALL PAYMENTS ARE FINAL, NON-REFUNDABLE, AND NON-REVERSIBLE TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

No refunds, chargeback reimbursements, credits, prorations, or partial refunds shall be issued for:

* service interruptions;

* Website downtime;

* maintenance periods;

* technical issues;

* unsuccessful transactions;

* inability to obtain buyers, sellers, or investors;

* alleged lack of Website performance;

* dissatisfaction;

* lack of results;

* unused time;

* account suspension;

* account termination;

* mistaken purchases;

* failure to cancel.

Chargeback abuse or fraudulent disputes may result in account termination and legal action.

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# 12. PAYMENT PROCESSING

Payments may be processed by third-party processors including Stripe or other providers.

The Website Parties do not store full payment card information.

Users agree to comply with all payment processor terms and policies.

The Website Parties are not liable for:

* processor outages;
* payment failures;
* banking errors;
* declined transactions;
* processor security incidents.

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# 13. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE WEBSITE, CONTENT, SERVICES, SOFTWARE, COMMUNICATIONS, AND ALL RELATED MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS,” “WITH ALL FAULTS,” AND “AS AVAILABLE.”

THE WEBSITE PARTIES DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING:

* MERCHANTABILITY;
* FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE;
* TITLE;
* NON-INFRINGEMENT;
* SECURITY;
* ACCURACY;
* RELIABILITY;
* QUIET ENJOYMENT;
* SYSTEM INTEGRATION;
* DATA AVAILABILITY.

THE WEBSITE PARTIES DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

* THE WEBSITE WILL BE ERROR-FREE;
* THE WEBSITE WILL BE SECURE;
* THE WEBSITE WILL OPERATE WITHOUT INTERRUPTION;
* DATA WILL NOT BE LOST;
* THE WEBSITE WILL BE FREE OF VIRUSES OR CYBERATTACKS;
* TRANSACTIONS WILL OCCUR;
* PROFITS WILL BE GENERATED.

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# 14. CYBERSECURITY AND INTERNET RISK DISCLAIMER

Users acknowledge that no internet-based platform can be guaranteed completely secure.

Users assume all risks arising from:

* cyberattacks;
* hacking;
* phishing;
* malware;
* ransomware;
* data breaches;
* unauthorized access;
* internet interruptions;
* hosting failures;
* cloud provider failures;
* telecommunications failures.

The Website Parties shall not be liable for unauthorized access to accounts or information.

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# 15. CONFIDENTIALITY DISCLAIMER

Users acknowledge that information transmitted through the internet may not remain confidential.

The Website Parties do not guarantee confidentiality of:

* business information;
* financial information;
* communications;
* uploaded files;
* transaction discussions.

Users disclose information at their own risk.

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# 16. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

Users shall not:

* post fraudulent Listings;
* post misleading financial information;
* impersonate others;
* engage in unlawful activity;
* violate securities laws;
* distribute malware;
* interfere with Website operations;
* attempt unauthorized access;
* scrape or harvest data;
* violate intellectual property rights;
* engage in money laundering;
* violate sanctions laws;
* transmit spam;
* harass Users;
* use bots or automated systems without authorization.

Violations may result in immediate suspension, termination, legal action, reporting to authorities, and permanent banning.

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# 17. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND DMCA

All Website software, branding, designs, code, graphics, databases, systems, and content owned by the Website Parties are protected by intellectual property laws.

Unauthorized copying, scraping, reproduction, republication, or distribution is prohibited.

The Website respects intellectual property rights and may remove allegedly infringing material pursuant to applicable copyright laws including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”).

Repeat infringers may be permanently terminated.

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# 18. ACCOUNT SUSPENSION AND TERMINATION

The Website Parties reserve the unrestricted right, at any time and without notice, to:

* suspend accounts;
* terminate accounts;
* reject Listings;
* remove Content;
* investigate Users;
* cooperate with regulators or law enforcement.

Termination may occur with or without cause and without refund.

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# 19. INDEMNIFICATION

Users agree to fully indemnify, defend, reimburse, and hold harmless the Website Parties from and against all:

* claims;
* lawsuits;
* demands;
* liabilities;
* investigations;
* penalties;
* damages;
* losses;
* settlements;
* judgments;
* costs;
* attorneys’ fees;
* expert fees;
* arbitration fees;
* regulatory actions.

This indemnification applies to claims arising from:

* User Content;
* Listings;
* transactions;
* securities violations;
* broker activities;
* investor activities;
* intellectual property claims;
* privacy violations;
* fraud;
* unlawful conduct;
* breach of these Terms.

Indemnification obligations survive termination indefinitely.

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# 20. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE WEBSITE PARTIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

* speculative damages;

* expectancy damages;

* enterprise value losses;

* investment expectancy losses;

* opportunity costs;

* future valuation losses;

* diminished business value;

* DIRECT DAMAGES;

* INDIRECT DAMAGES;

* INCIDENTAL DAMAGES;

* CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES;

* SPECIAL DAMAGES;

* EXEMPLARY DAMAGES;

* PUNITIVE DAMAGES;

* LOST PROFITS;

* LOST BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES;

* LOSS OF DATA;

* LOSS OF GOODWILL;

* LOSS OF REVENUE;

* BUSINESS INTERRUPTION;

* REPUTATIONAL DAMAGES.

THIS LIMITATION APPLIES REGARDLESS OF:

* LEGAL THEORY;
* NEGLIGENCE;
* STRICT LIABILITY;
* TORT;
* CONTRACT;
* WARRANTY;
* EQUITY;
* STATUTE;
* FORESEEABILITY.

THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF THE WEBSITE PARTIES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

1. ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS (US $100); OR
2. THE AMOUNT PAID BY USER TO THE WEBSITE DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

Some jurisdictions may not permit certain limitations. In such jurisdictions, liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

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# 21. USER RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Users permanently release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue the Website Parties for any claims, disputes, liabilities, damages, losses, or causes of action arising from:

* disputes between Users;
* transactions between Users;
* failed transactions;
* investor conduct;
* broker conduct;
* inaccurate Listings;
* business performance;
* financial losses;
* investment losses;
* cyber incidents;
* communications between Users.

Users expressly waive any rights under California Civil Code Section 1542 and any similar law, statute, doctrine, or principle in any jurisdiction worldwide.

California Civil Code Section 1542 states:

“A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS WHICH THE CREDITOR OR RELEASING PARTY DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO EXIST IN HIS OR HER FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE RELEASE AND THAT, IF KNOWN BY HIM OR HER, WOULD HAVE MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS OR HER SETTLEMENT WITH THE DEBTOR OR RELEASED PARTY.”

Users knowingly and voluntarily waive all such rights.

Users knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks associated with:

* business acquisitions;
* investments;
* communications;
* due diligence;
* financial transactions;
* internet usage;
* online marketplaces;
* interactions with third parties.

Users acknowledge that business purchases and investments involve substantial financial risk and potential total loss.

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# 22. FORCE MAJEURE

The Website Parties shall not be liable for any delay, failure, interruption, or inability to perform resulting from:

* acts of God;
* natural disasters;
* cyberattacks;
* internet failures;
* hosting failures;
* labor disputes;
* governmental actions;
* pandemics;
* utility failures;
* payment processor outages;
* war;
* terrorism;
* civil unrest;
* or events beyond reasonable control.

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# 23. MANDATORY BINDING ARBITRATION

To the fullest extent permitted by law, all disputes, claims, controversies, or causes of action arising from or relating to:

* the Website;
* Services;
* Content;
* Listings;
* transactions;
* subscriptions;
* communications;
* privacy matters;
* data breaches;
* securities matters;
* broker conduct;
* these Terms;
* or the relationship between User and Website Parties

shall be resolved exclusively through confidential, final, and binding arbitration.

Arbitration shall:

* occur in Clark County, Nevada;
* be governed by the Federal Arbitration Act;
* be administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or equivalent provider selected by the Website Parties.

Users waive:

* jury trial rights;
* class action rights;
* class arbitration rights;
* representative action rights;
* mass arbitration rights;
* private attorney general actions.

Arbitration shall occur solely on an individual basis.

Prior to initiating arbitration, User must provide written notice of dispute and allow the Website Parties sixty (60) days to attempt informal resolution.

Users knowingly and voluntarily waive any right to:

* jury trial;
* participation in class actions;
* participation in mass arbitration;
* public injunctive relief;
* representative claims;
* consolidated proceedings.

If arbitration is deemed unenforceable for any claim, User expressly agrees that any remaining proceeding shall be conducted exclusively in courts located in Clark County, Nevada without jury trial.

If any portion of this arbitration provision is found unenforceable, remaining provisions shall remain enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

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# 24. TIME LIMIT FOR CLAIMS

Any claim, dispute, demand, or cause of action arising from the Website or Services must be filed within one (1) year after the event giving rise to the claim.

Claims filed after this period are permanently barred.

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# 25. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE

These Terms shall be governed exclusively by:

* the laws of the State of Nevada;
* applicable United States federal law.

Conflict-of-law principles are excluded.

Any permitted court proceeding shall occur exclusively in state or federal courts located in Clark County, Nevada.

Users irrevocably consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in Nevada.

Users further agree that any legal proceeding permitted under these Terms shall be conducted exclusively on an individual basis and not as part of any consolidated, representative, coordinated, or collective proceeding.

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# 26. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS CONSENT

Users consent to receive all communications electronically, including:

* notices;
* invoices;
* billing statements;
* renewals;
* legal notices;
* disclosures;
* marketing communications.

Electronic communications satisfy legal writing requirements.

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# 27. PRIVACY

Use of the Website is also governed by the Privacy Policy.

Users acknowledge that data may be processed, transferred, and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions.

Users consent to such transfers.

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# 28. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, remaining provisions shall remain fully enforceable.

Invalid provisions shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make them enforceable.

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# 29. NO WAIVER

Failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute waiver of any right.

All protections, disclaimers, limitations, releases, waivers, indemnities, arbitration provisions, damages limitations, intellectual property protections, and liability protections contained in these Terms apply individually and collectively to each Website Party.

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# 30. ATTORNEYS’ FEES

In any dispute, arbitration, regulatory proceeding, enforcement action, collection matter, or litigation arising from the Website or these Terms, the prevailing Website Party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys’ fees, arbitration fees, expert witness fees, investigation costs, collection costs, and all related expenses to the fullest extent permitted by law.

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# 31. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between User and the Website Parties regarding Website use and supersede prior communications or agreements.

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# 32. WEBSITE AVAILABILITY

The Website and Services may be unavailable, interrupted, suspended, delayed, or modified at any time due to:

* maintenance;
* upgrades;
* technical failures;
* hosting outages;
* internet interruptions;
* cyber incidents;
* force majeure events;
* security measures.

The Website Parties do not guarantee uninterrupted access or availability.

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# 33. AUTOMATED SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY DISCLAIMER

Any automated systems, algorithms, analytics, rankings, filters, recommendations, search results, notifications, matching systems, or technology tools provided through the Website may contain inaccuracies, delays, omissions, errors, or incomplete information.

Users shall independently verify all automated outputs.

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# 34. SURVIVAL

The following provisions survive indefinitely following termination of Website use or User accounts:

* arbitration provisions;
* indemnification obligations;
* releases;
* waivers;
* damages limitations;
* intellectual property protections;
* governing law provisions;
* attorneys’ fees provisions;
* disclaimers;
* confidentiality provisions.

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# 35. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS

The Website Parties reserve the unrestricted right to modify, amend, replace, update, or discontinue these Terms or Services at any time without notice.

Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

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# 36. CONTACT INFORMATION

Silverstone Business Brokerage

info@silverstonebusinessbrokerage.com

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# 37. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY ACCESSING OR USING THE WEBSITE, USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT USER HAS READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREES TO THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.

USER FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT USER UNDERSTANDS USER IS WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO JURY TRIAL AND PARTICIPATION IN CLASS ACTIONS.