Terms of Use | Sri Lanka Property Platform

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing or using the Sri Lanka Property Investment Platform ("Platform," "Website," "Service") operated by [Company Name] ("we," "us," "our"), you ("User," "you," "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Platform.

Contact Information:

Email: legal@srilankaproperty.io
Support: support@srilankaproperty.io
Address: [Company Address]

2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE

2.1 Platform Purpose

The Platform is an online marketplace and listing aggregator that connects:

Property buyers and investors
Real estate developers and sellers
Real estate agencies

The Platform provides a venue for listing and discovering investment property opportunities in Sri Lanka.

2.2 We Are NOT a Real Estate Agent or Broker

IMPORTANT:

The Platform is NOT a real estate agency, brokerage, developer, or financial advisor. We do not:

Sell, lease, or rent properties
Represent buyers or sellers in transactions
Provide legal, financial, tax, or investment advice
Guarantee the accuracy, legality, or quality of listings
Act as an intermediary in property transactions
Conduct property inspections or appraisals

3. MARKETPLACE DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

3.1 Third-Party Listings

CRITICAL NOTICE:

All property listings on the Platform are provided by third-party developers, sellers, and agents ("Listing Providers"). We act solely as a venue for these listings.

WE DO NOT:

Own, control, or manage the properties listed
Verify the accuracy of property information
Guarantee the legal status of properties
Endorse any Listing Provider or property
Participate in negotiations or transactions

3.2 Verification Process

While we conduct preliminary due diligence on Listing Providers, including basic identity verification, business registration checks, and reference validation, WE CANNOT AND DO NOT GUARANTEE:

100% accuracy of information provided
Legal compliance of listings
Title clarity or ownership rights
Construction quality or completion timelines
Future property values or rental income
Absence of liens, encumbrances, or legal disputes

3.3 Information Accuracy Disclaimer

ALL INFORMATION ON THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS":

The information displayed on the Platform, including but not limited to property descriptions, prices, photographs, floor plans, measurements, and availability:

Is provided by third-party Listing Providers
May contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies
May be outdated or subject to change without notice
Should NOT be relied upon without independent verification
Is NOT guaranteed by the Platform

4. SRI LANKA REAL ESTATE MARKET CONSIDERATIONS

4.1 Market Characteristics

The Sri Lanka real estate market operates under a different legal and regulatory framework compared to more established markets. Characteristics include:

Evolving property laws and regulations
Different title registration systems
Varied enforcement of property rights
Potential for bureaucratic delays
Foreign ownership restrictions in certain areas
Currency exchange considerations (Sri Lankan Rupee - LKR)

4.2 Investment Risks

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS IN SRI LANKA CARRY INHERENT RISKS:

Potential risks include, but are not limited to:

Legal Risks: Title disputes, encumbrances, zoning violations
Market Risks: Property value fluctuations, demand changes
Political Risks: Regulatory changes, policy shifts
Currency Risks: Exchange rate fluctuations
Construction Risks: Delays, quality issues, developer insolvency
Rental Risks: Vacancy rates, tenant defaults
Force Majeure: Natural disasters, pandemics, civil unrest

4.3 Due Diligence Requirement

YOU MUST CONDUCT YOUR OWN DUE DILIGENCE:

Before making any investment decision, you are strongly advised to:

Engage independent legal counsel in Sri Lanka
Conduct thorough title searches
Verify property ownership and encumbrances
Inspect properties in person
Review all legal documents with qualified professionals
Understand Sri Lankan property laws
Assess tax implications in your home country
Evaluate currency exchange risks

5. USER OBLIGATIONS

5.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into binding contracts to use the Platform.

5.2 Account Registration

If you create an account, you agree to:

Provide accurate, complete, and current information
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Promptly update your information as needed
Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

5.3 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

Use the Platform for any illegal purpose
Impersonate any person or entity
Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
Scrape, harvest, or extract data without permission
Interfere with the Platform's operation
Violate any applicable laws or regulations

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Direct Damages: Property loss, investment losses, financial damages
Indirect Damages: Lost profits, lost opportunities
Consequential Damages: Arising from use or inability to use the Platform
Special or Punitive Damages: Of any kind

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (a) $100 USD, OR (b) The amount you paid to us in the 12 months preceding the claim

19. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: legal@srilankaproperty.io
Support: support@srilankaproperty.io
Website: [website URL]
Address: [Company Address]

20. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY USING THE PLATFORM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

✓ You have read and understood these Terms
✓ You agree to be bound by these Terms
✓ You understand the Platform is a marketplace, not a real estate agent
✓ You will conduct your own due diligence before any investment
✓ You understand the risks of real estate investment in Sri Lanka
✓ You will not rely solely on information provided on the Platform
✓ You will seek independent legal and financial advice