terms of use

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Effective Date: November 26, 2024

Please read these Terms of Use carefully before accessing or using the Property Partners Platform, which includes any services provided via the websites (the “Platform”), mobile applications, or related transactional tools. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, along with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.

Property Partners Solutions Inc. (“Property Partners Solutions,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) provides a Platform for facilitating technology-enabled real estate and mortgage transactions.

Property Partner Law Professional Corporation (“Property Partner Law”) is a separate legal entity composed of licensed lawyers who provide independent legal services for real estate transactions. Property Partners Solutions is not a law firm and does not provide legal services. All legal services facilitated through the Platform are provided exclusively by lawyers at Property Partner Law or other independently engaged legal professionals (collectively, the “Legal Service Providers”).

By accessing or using our Platform, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Platform.

1. User: Refers to any person seeking assistance with real estate or mortgage transactions via the Platform.
2. Legal Service Provider: Refers to Property Partner Law or any third-party lawyer or law firm operating independently of Property Partners Solutions.
3. Business Partner: Refers to third parties such as real estate agents, lenders, or mortgage brokers who use the Platform to assist Users.
4. Services: Refers to the services provided by Property Partners Solutions, including access to the Platform and administrative, technical, and support services.
5. Transaction: Refers to any real estate or mortgage transaction facilitated through the Platform.

Property Partners Solutions provides:

• A Platform to facilitate communication and interaction between Users, Legal Service Providers, and Business Partners.
• Administrative and technical support to Legal Service Providers.
• Scheduling assistance and customer service support.
• Marketing and operational tools for Legal Service Providers.

Property Partners Solutions does not provide legal services or legal advice. All legal services are provided by independent Legal Service Providers, including Property Partner Law.

1. Independent Engagement Agreement:
   
   • Users seeking legal services will enter into a separate engagement agreement with a Legal Service Provider, such as Property Partner Law. This agreement creates a direct lawyer-client relationship and is independent of Property Partners Solutions.
   • Property Partners Solutions is not a party to the lawyer-client relationship.

1. Responsibilities of Users:
   • Users are solely responsible for reviewing and agreeing to the terms of engagement with their selected Legal Service Provider.
   • Users must provide accurate and complete information to the Legal Service Provider to facilitate the Transaction.

1. Responsibilities of Legal Service Providers:
   
   • Legal Service Providers are independently responsible for all aspects of the legal services provided to Users, including accuracy, compliance with regulatory standards, and professional conduct.

1. Legal Fees:
   • Legal fees and trust funds are managed solely by the Legal Service Provider, in compliance with applicable laws and professional regulations.
   • Users will be invoiced directly by the Legal Service Provider for legal services.

1. Service Fees:
   
   • Property Partners Solutions charges service fees to Legal Service Providers for access to the Platform and related administrative, marketing, and technical support.
   • Users may be invoiced separately by Property Partners Solutions for non-legal services, where applicable.

1. Use of Property Partners Branding:
   • Communications and documents generated via the Platform may display the Property Partners brand. However, it must be clearly disclosed that legal services are provided independently by Legal Service Providers.

1. Transparency:
   • Users will be informed at all stages that Property Partners Solutions is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.

1. User Account:
   • Users must create an account to access the Platform. By registering, Users agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information.

1. Prohibited Activities:
   • Users may not engage in unlawful activities on the Platform, such as submitting fraudulent information or attempting unauthorized access to data or systems.

1. Data Sharing:
   • Property Partners Solutions may share User information with Legal Service Providers solely for the purpose of facilitating Transactions, in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

1. No Legal Responsibility:
   • Property Partners Solutions disclaims any liability for the quality or outcome of legal services provided by Legal Service Providers. Legal Service Providers operate independently and bear sole responsibility for their professional services.

1. Platform Functionality:
   • Property Partners Solutions provides the Platform “as is” and does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free use.

1. User Responsibility:
   • Users are responsible for verifying the qualifications and suitability of Legal Service Providers.

Property Partners Solutions reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Platform at any time without prior notice for non-compliance with these Terms of Use or other legal obligations.

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Ontario.

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

• Property Partners Solutions: info@yourpartners.ca
• Property Partner Law: law@yourpartners.ca