Terms of Service
Last Updated: August 18, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Little Houses for Sale ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website littlehousesforsale.com and all related services (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Service.
2. Description of Service
Little Houses for Sale is a marketplace and information platform that connects buyers and sellers of tiny houses, alternative housing, and related products and services. Our Service includes:
- Property listings and marketplace functionality
- Builder and service provider directories
- Educational content and resources
- Location-based search and filtering
- Communication tools between users
3. User Accounts and Registration
3.1 Account Creation
To access certain features of our Service, you may need to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
3.2 Account Security
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account
4. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities
You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful purpose or engage in any activity that:
- Violates any applicable law or regulation
- Infringes on the rights of others
- Transmits spam, viruses, or other harmful content
- Attempts to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Harasses, threatens, or defames other users
- Posts false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Interferes with the normal operation of the Service
- Scrapes or harvests data from the Service without permission
5. Content and Intellectual Property
5.1 User-Generated Content
By submitting content to our Service (listings, comments, reviews, etc.), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display such content in connection with our Service.
5.2 Content Standards
All user-generated content must:
- Be accurate and truthful
- Not infringe on intellectual property rights
- Not contain offensive or harmful material
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
5.3 Our Content
The Service and its content (text, images, logos, etc.) are owned by us or our licensors and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
6. Listings and Transactions
6.1 Listing Accuracy
Users posting listings are solely responsible for the accuracy and completeness of their listings. We do not verify the accuracy of listings.
6.2 No Guarantee of Sales
We provide a platform for listings but do not guarantee that any property will sell or that any transaction will be completed.
6.3 Transaction Responsibility
All transactions are between users. We are not a party to any sale or transaction and are not responsible for disputes between users.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
8.1 Service Disclaimer
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
8.2 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.
9. Third-Party Services and Advertising
9.1 Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these third parties.
9.2 Advertising
We may display advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners. We are not responsible for the content of advertisements or the practices of advertisers.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. You may also terminate your account at any time.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately, but these Terms will continue to apply to your prior use of the Service.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Little Houses for Sale and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of the Service after changes to the Terms constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Little Houses for Sale
Email: contact@littlehousesforsale.com
Mailing Address: 1247 Canyon Ridge Drive, Suite 102, Austin, TX 78746
Website: www.littlehousesforsale.com
Phone: (512) 555-0187
Effective Date: These terms were last updated in 2025 to reflect our growing marketplace and community. We strive to maintain fair and transparent policies that protect both buyers and sellers in the tiny house community.