Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you are using the Website on behalf of a business or other entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

2. Services Description

Matt Liveringhouse provides business brokerage services through Truforte Business Group, including but not limited to:

• Business valuations and assessments
• Business listing preparation and marketing
• Buyer qualification and matching
• Transaction negotiation and facilitation
• Business consulting and advisory services
• Due diligence coordination

The Website provides general information about our services. Specific services are provided under separate engagement agreements that will detail the scope, terms, and fees applicable to each engagement.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and capable of forming a binding contract to use this Website and our services. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

4. User Responsibilities

When using this Website or engaging our services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and current information
• Maintain the confidentiality of any account credentials
• Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws
• Not use the Website for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose
• Not interfere with or disrupt the Website's operation
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
• Not transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Not collect or harvest information about other users

5. Confidentiality

Business brokerage transactions involve sensitive and confidential information. You agree to:

• Keep confidential all non-public information about businesses for sale that is disclosed to you
• Execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) when required before receiving detailed business information
• Not disclose confidential information to any third party without written consent
• Use confidential information solely for the purpose of evaluating potential business transactions
• Return or destroy confidential materials upon request or termination of discussions

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Matt Liveringhouse, Truforte Business Group, or their licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Website content without written permission
• Use any trademarks, service marks, or logos without authorization
• Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices

7. Disclaimers

No Guarantees

We do not guarantee the sale of any business or the achievement of any specific results. Business transactions are subject to numerous factors outside our control, including market conditions, buyer financing, and due diligence outcomes.

Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate information, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on the Website or provided during the course of our services. Business information provided by sellers has not been independently verified unless explicitly stated.

No Professional Advice

The information on this Website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, or accounting advice. You should consult with qualified professionals before making any business decisions.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Matt Liveringhouse, Truforte Business Group, and their officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Any damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Website or services
• Any damages resulting from unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Any damages resulting from the conduct of any third party

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Website or our services shall not exceed the fees paid by you for the specific services giving rise to the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Matt Liveringhouse, Truforte Business Group, and their officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Website or services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Any inaccurate information you provide

10. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any such content, goods, or services.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Lee County, Florida, for any actions or proceedings arising from these Terms or your use of the Website.

13. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiation between the parties. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue resolution through the courts as specified in the Governing Law section above.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any separate engagement agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.