Terms of Use & Privacy Policy
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1. Acceptance of terms
By accessing or using the website at ripplerealtync.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all of these Terms, please do not use this Site. These Terms apply to all visitors, clients, and others who access or use the Site.
2. About us
Ripple Real Estate ("we," "us," or "our") is a licensed real estate brokerage operating in the state of North Carolina, providing residential and commercial real estate services. Our principal office is located at 704 Slash Pine Drive, Cary, NC 27519. License number: [License #].
3. Not legal or financial advice
The information provided on this Site — including property listings, market data, neighborhood information, and any other content — is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. You should consult a qualified attorney, accountant, or financial advisor before making any real estate decision.
4. Listings and property information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that property listings and related information are accurate and current. However, we make no representations or warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any listing information. Properties may be sold, withdrawn, or have their details changed without notice. All square footage, lot size, tax, and school district information should be independently verified.
Listings may be provided by third-party Multiple Listing Service (MLS) data feeds. We are not responsible for errors or omissions originating from third-party data providers.
5. Agency disclosure
Real estate agents affiliated with Ripple Real Estate may represent buyers, sellers, landlords, or tenants, and may act as a dual agent or transaction broker where permitted by law. Specific agency relationships will be disclosed to you in writing prior to or at the time of executing any representation agreement, as required by applicable state law.
6. Use of the site
You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes. You may not:
7. Intellectual property
All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, photographs, and software — is the property of Ripple Real Estate or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.
8. Third-party links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites, including MLS portals, mortgage calculators, mapping services, or other tools. We do not control those websites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. Links do not constitute endorsement of any third-party site or service.
9. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Ripple Real Estate, its agents, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of — or inability to use — this Site or any information contained herein, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Disclaimer of warranties
This Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
11. Changes to these terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Governing law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Orange County, North Carolina.
By accessing or using the website at ripplerealtync.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all of these Terms, please do not use this Site. These Terms apply to all visitors, clients, and others who access or use the Site.
2. About us
Ripple Real Estate ("we," "us," or "our") is a licensed real estate brokerage operating in the state of North Carolina, providing residential and commercial real estate services. Our principal office is located at 704 Slash Pine Drive, Cary, NC 27519. License number: [License #].
3. Not legal or financial advice
The information provided on this Site — including property listings, market data, neighborhood information, and any other content — is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax, or investment advice. You should consult a qualified attorney, accountant, or financial advisor before making any real estate decision.
4. Listings and property information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that property listings and related information are accurate and current. However, we make no representations or warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any listing information. Properties may be sold, withdrawn, or have their details changed without notice. All square footage, lot size, tax, and school district information should be independently verified.
Listings may be provided by third-party Multiple Listing Service (MLS) data feeds. We are not responsible for errors or omissions originating from third-party data providers.
5. Agency disclosure
Real estate agents affiliated with Ripple Real Estate may represent buyers, sellers, landlords, or tenants, and may act as a dual agent or transaction broker where permitted by law. Specific agency relationships will be disclosed to you in writing prior to or at the time of executing any representation agreement, as required by applicable state law.
6. Use of the site
You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes. You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, or redistribute any content from this Site without our prior written consent
- Use automated scripts, bots, or scrapers to collect listing data or contact information
- Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
- Transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, or otherwise objectionable
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or any related systems
7. Intellectual property
All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, photographs, and software — is the property of Ripple Real Estate or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.
8. Third-party links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites, including MLS portals, mortgage calculators, mapping services, or other tools. We do not control those websites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. Links do not constitute endorsement of any third-party site or service.
9. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Ripple Real Estate, its agents, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of — or inability to use — this Site or any information contained herein, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Disclaimer of warranties
This Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
11. Changes to these terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Governing law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Orange County, North Carolina.
Section 1: Terms of Use
13. Introduction
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Ripple Real Estate collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you visit our Site or engage our services. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
14. Information we collect:
15. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
16. How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
17. Cookies and tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze Site traffic, and deliver relevant content. You can control cookie settings through your browser; however, disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. We may use third-party analytics tools such as [Google Analytics / other] which have their own privacy policies.
18. Data retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, complete any transactions, and comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements — including real estate record-keeping obligations under [State] law. When information is no longer needed, we dispose of it securely.
19. Data security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
20. Your rights and choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
21. Children's privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
22. Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
23. Contact us
If you have questions about these Terms or this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us:
Ripple Real Estate
704 Slash Pine Drive
Cary, NC 27519
Email: mary@ripplerealestatenc.com
Phone: 919.815.6628
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Ripple Real Estate collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you visit our Site or engage our services. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
14. Information we collect:
- Information you provide directly
- Contact details (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Property search preferences and criteria
- Financial qualification information submitted via contact or inquiry forms
- Communications with our agents or staff
- Information provided in connection with a transaction (purchase, sale, lease)
- Information collected automatically
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
- Device type and operating system
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 17)
15. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide requested real estate services
- Send property listings, market updates, and other information relevant to your stated interests
- Communicate regarding transactions, appointments, and deadlines
- Improve the Site's functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations, including state real estate licensing requirements
- Prevent fraud and protect the security of our systems
16. How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Other agents or brokerages involved in a transaction (buyers' agents, sellers' agents, cooperating brokers)
- Service providers who assist our operations (MLS systems, transaction management platforms, email marketing tools, CRM providers)
- Lenders, title companies, inspectors, or other third parties at your direction in connection with a transaction
- Legal authorities when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
- Any third-party service providers are required to handle your data only as directed by us and in accordance with applicable privacy law.
17. Cookies and tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze Site traffic, and deliver relevant content. You can control cookie settings through your browser; however, disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. We may use third-party analytics tools such as [Google Analytics / other] which have their own privacy policies.
18. Data retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, complete any transactions, and comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements — including real estate record-keeping obligations under [State] law. When information is no longer needed, we dispose of it securely.
19. Data security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
20. Your rights and choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete information we hold about you
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time (via the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly)
- Request a copy of the personal data we have collected
- Lodge a complaint with a relevant supervisory authority
- California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). [Add CCPA-specific disclosures if applicable.]
21. Children's privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
22. Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
23. Contact us
If you have questions about these Terms or this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us:
Ripple Real Estate
704 Slash Pine Drive
Cary, NC 27519
Email: mary@ripplerealestatenc.com
Phone: 919.815.6628
