Terms of Use

Effective Date: 01/04/2026
Last Updated: 03/04/2026
Website: Property Research Hub (PropertyResearchHub.com.au)

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

1.1 Binding Agreement

These Terms of Use (“Terms”), together with our Website Disclaimer and Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Agreements”), constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“you,” “your,” “user”) and Property Research Hub (“we,” “us,” “our,” “the Site,” “PRH”).

1.2 Agreement to Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this website in any manner, you:

A. Acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, our Website Disclaimer, and Privacy Policy

B. Represent and warrant that you:

  • Are at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian consent
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
  • Are not prohibited from using this Site under Australian law or any other applicable laws
  • Will use the Site in compliance with all applicable laws and these Terms

C. Accept that your continued use of the Site constitutes ongoing acceptance of these Terms as they may be amended from time to time

1.3 Consent Mechanism

IMPORTANT: If you do not agree to these Terms, Website Disclaimer, or Privacy Policy, you MUST immediately cease using this Site and leave.

For certain features (contact forms, resource submissions, newsletter subscriptions), you will be required to provide explicit acceptance via checkboxes or click-through mechanisms. Such explicit acceptance is binding and enforceable.

1.4 Amendments to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time, at our sole discretion, without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the Site.

Your Responsibility:

  • Check Terms periodically for updates (we will update the “Last Updated” date)
  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms
  • If you disagree with changes, cease using the Site

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

2.1 What We Provide

Property Research Hub is an informational directory and educational resource that provides:

A. Curated Directory: Organised compilation of links to third-party property research tools, websites, and resources

B. Tool Descriptions: Summaries and descriptions of third-party tool features, purposes, and uses (based on publicly available information)

C. Educational Content: Articles, guides, checklists, and informational resources about property research and due diligence

D. Categorisation: Organisation of tools into categories for ease of navigation

E. Occasional Updates: Periodic additions, removals, or updates to directory listings (at our discretion, without obligation)

2.2 What We Do NOT Provide

We do NOT provide:

A. Property data or information: We link to providers; we don’t generate data ourselves

B. Professional advice: Legal, financial, property, engineering, insurance, or other professional services

C. Tool operation: We don’t operate, control, or maintain third-party tools

D. Data verification: We don’t verify the accuracy of data from third-party tools

E. Tool support: Technical support, troubleshooting, or user assistance for third-party tools

F. Guarantees or warranties: About tool performance, data accuracy, or outcomes

G. Personal recommendations: Tailored advice specific to your property or circumstances

2.3 Service Standards

No Warranty of Service Quality or Continuity:

We make NO commitments regarding:

  • Update frequency or regularity
  • Link verification standards or schedules
  • Criteria for tool inclusion or removal
  • Response times to suggestions or inquiries
  • Website uptime, availability, or performance
  • Compatibility with all devices or browsers

Service Level: This Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties or service level agreements.

2.4 Right to Modify or Discontinue Services

We reserve the absolute right, at our sole discretion and without notice or liability, to:

  • Add, modify, or remove directory listings
  • Change website structure, design, or functionality
  • Introduce or discontinue features
  • Restrict access to certain content or features
  • Suspend, interrupt, or terminate the Site entirely (temporarily or permanently)
  • Change business model (e.g., introduce paid features, subscriptions, premium tiers)

No Obligation: We have no obligation to maintain the Site, preserve content, or continue providing any services.

EXTERNAL LINKS AND THIRD-PARTY RESOURCES

3.1 Nature of External Links

CRITICAL: This Site is primarily a directory of links to external websites, tools, and resources operated by independent third parties (“Third-Party Resources”).

Approximately 70+ tools and websites we link to are NOT owned, operated, controlled, or maintained by us.

3.2 Third-Party Independence

When you click a link and leave our Site:

A. You are subject to that third party’s:

  • Terms of service
  • Privacy policy
  • Acceptable use policy
  • Payment terms (if applicable)
  • Data practices
  • Security measures

B. You leave our control and protection:

  • We cannot control third-party practices
  • We are not responsible for third-party conduct
  • We do not guarantee third-party compliance with laws
  • We cannot protect you from third-party risks

3.3 No Responsibility for Third-Party Resources

We expressly disclaim all responsibility for:

A. Content and Accuracy:

  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of third-party data
  • Errors, omissions, or misrepresentations by third parties
  • Outdated or incorrect information
  • Misleading or deceptive conduct by third parties

B. Availability and Performance:

  • Availability, uptime, or accessibility of Third-Party Resources
  • Functionality, performance, or speed
  • Changes to features, pricing, or terms
  • Discontinuation or termination of services

C. Security and Privacy:

  • Data breaches or security incidents
  • Privacy violations or data misuse
  • Unauthorised access to your information
  • Third-party tracking or monitoring

D. Legal and Compliance:

  • Compliance with Australian Consumer Law or other regulations
  • Intellectual property infringement
  • Terms of service enforceability
  • Dispute resolution between you and third parties

E. Financial and Contractual:

  • Pricing, fees, or charges
  • Billing disputes or unauthorised charges
  • Refund policies or practices
  • Contract terms or enforcement

3.4 Your Responsibility for Third-Party Interactions

When using Third-Party Resources, you are solely responsible for:

A. Reviewing and accepting their terms of service and privacy policies

B. Verifying pricing, features, and capabilities before committing

C. Conducting due diligence on tool operators and reputations

D. Protecting your information when providing personal or financial data

E. Resolving disputes directly with third parties (we are not intermediaries)

F. Complying with third-party terms and restrictions

3.5 Reporting Issues

If you encounter problems with Third-Party Resources (broken links, misleading information, security concerns), you may notify us at info@propertyresearchhub.com.au, but:

  • We have no obligation to investigate, respond, or take action
  • Contact the third party directly for support, complaints, or disputes
  • We are not mediators between you and third parties

3.6 Changes to Third-Party Resources

Third parties may change at any time:

  • Features, functionality, or performance
  • Pricing, terms, or policies
  • Data sources or methodologies
  • Availability or accessibility
  • Ownership or operation

We have no control over these changes and no obligation to update our descriptions or listings accordingly.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

4.1 Our Intellectual Property

Ownership:

We own or license all intellectual property rights in and to this Site, including but not limited to:

A. Compilation and Curation:

  • Directory organisation and structure
  • Categorisation schemes and taxonomy
  • Tool selection and inclusion decisions
  • Original descriptions and summaries

B. Original Content:

  • Articles, guides, and educational materials
  • Templates, checklists, and worksheets
  • Graphics, images, and design elements (excluding third-party logos)
  • Website code, functionality, and architecture

C. Branding:

  • “Property Research Hub” name and branding
  • Logo, tagline, and distinctive elements
  • Look and feel of the Site

Protection:

Our intellectual property is protected by:

  • Copyright law (Copyright Act 1968)
  • Trademark law (if registered)
  • Unfair competition laws
  • Contract law (these Terms)

4.2 Limited License to Users

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

Permitted Uses:

  • Access and view the Site for personal, non-commercial use
  • Navigate the directory and click links to Third-Party Resources
  • Share links to our Site (including specific pages)
  • Print or download content for personal reference (not redistribution)

Restrictions:

You may NOT:

  • Copy, reproduce, or duplicate significant portions of the Site
  • Redistribute, republish, or repost our content (except links)
  • Create derivative works based on our compilation or organisation
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission
  • Remove or obscure copyright notices, attributions, or branding
  • Frame or embed our Site within another website without permission
  • Misrepresent our content as your own
  • Use our branding in a way that suggests affiliation, endorsement, or approval

4.3 Third-Party Intellectual Property

Third-Party Rights:

All third-party tool names, logos, trademarks, brand names, screenshots, and content referenced or displayed on our Site remain the exclusive property of their respective owners.

No Affiliation:

Reference to third-party intellectual property does NOT imply:

  • Authorisation, affiliation, partnership, or sponsorship
  • License or permission to use third-party intellectual property
  • Endorsement by the trademark owner of our Site
  • Joint venture or business relationship

Your Responsibilities:

If you use Third-Party Resources:

  • Comply with their intellectual property terms
  • Do not infringe their trademarks, copyrights, or other rights
  • Respect their branding and usage guidelines

Infringement Claims:

If you believe we have infringed your intellectual property rights, contact us at info@propertyresearchhub.com.au with:

  • Description of the allegedly infringing content
  • Location of the content on our Site
  • Your contact information
  • Statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorised
  • Statement under penalty of perjury that the information provided is accurate

We will investigate and take appropriate action under Australian law.

4.4 User Submissions

Submissions License:

If you submit content to us (resource suggestions, feedback, partnership inquiries, corrections), you:

A. Grant us a license:

  • Non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide license
  • To use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, display, and distribute your submission
  • In any format or medium, now known or later developed
  • Without compensation or attribution (unless we choose to provide attribution)

B. Represent and warrant:

  • You own or have rights to submit the content
  • Submission does not infringe third-party rights (copyright, trademark, privacy, etc.)
  • Content is accurate to the best of your knowledge
  • You waive moral rights (to the extent permitted by law)

C. Understand:

  • We have no obligation to review, respond to, publish, or act on submissions
  • We may edit, modify, or reject submissions at our sole discretion
  • Submissions do not create any partnership, employment, or professional relationship

No Confidentiality:

Do not submit confidential or proprietary information. Submissions are not confidential and may be published, shared, or used without restriction.

USER CONDUCT AND PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

5.1 Permitted Uses

You may use this Site for lawful purposes, including:

  • Personal property research for properties you’re considering purchasing, selling, or renting
  • Educational purposes to learn about property due diligence processes
  • Casual browsing to explore available research tools
  • Sharing links to our Site with others (friends, family, colleagues)
  • Bookmark/save the Site for future reference

5.2 Prohibited Activities

You expressly agree NOT to:

A. Technical Misuse:

  • Hacking, attacking, or compromising the Site’s security or integrity
  • Introducing malware, viruses, or harmful code to the Site or other users
  • Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any part of the Site
  • Bypassing security measures, authentication, or access controls
  • Overloading or disrupting Site servers or networks (DDoS attacks, flooding)
  • Using automated tools (bots, spiders, scrapers) without written permission

B. Content Misuse:

  • Scraping, harvesting, or systematically extracting content, data, or links using automated means
  • Reproducing or republishing substantial portions of our directory commercially
  • Creating a competing directory substantially based on our compilation
  • Selling or licensing our content without written permission
  • Removing or obscuring our copyright notices, branding, or attributions
  • Framing our Site within another website in a way that misrepresents ownership

C. Commercial Misuse:

  • Commercial use without permission: Using our directory for profit without authorisation
  • Republishing for profit: Incorporating our directory into paid products or services
  • Affiliate hijacking: Manipulating our affiliate links for your benefit
  • Impersonation: Representing yourself as affiliated with or endorsed by us

D. Legal and Ethical Violations:

  • Violating laws: Using the Site in violation of Australian or other applicable laws
  • Infringing rights: Violating intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of third parties or us
  • Deceptive conduct: Providing false information, misrepresenting identity, or engaging in fraud
  • Harassment or abuse: Harassing, threatening, or abusing us, other users, or third parties
  • Spam or solicitation: Using the Site to send spam, unsolicited communications, or commercial solicitations
  • Inappropriate content: Posting or transmitting offensive, obscene, defamatory, or illegal content

5.3 Enforcement and Consequences

Our Rights:

If we determine (in our sole discretion) that you have violated these Terms, we may:

A. Restrict or suspend your access to the Site (temporarily or permanently). B. Terminate your user account (if applicable). C. Remove content you submitted. D. Report your conduct to law enforcement or regulatory authorities. E. Take legal action for damages, injunctive relief, or enforcement of Terms. F. Block your IP address or device from accessing the Site

No Notice Required:

We may take any of these actions without prior notice or warning, though we may choose to provide notice as a courtesy.

No Liability:

We have no liability for:

  • Access restrictions or account termination
  • Removal of content
  • Financial or reputational harm from enforcement actions
  • Loss of data or access to services

5.4 Monitoring and Investigation

Right to Monitor:

We reserve the right (but not the obligation) to:

  • Monitor Site usage for security, compliance, and quality purposes
  • Investigate suspected violations of these Terms
  • Collect evidence of violations (including preserving content, communications, usage data)
  • Cooperate with law enforcement investigations

No Duty:

We have no duty to:

  • Actively monitor all Site usage
  • Detect or prevent all violations
  • Investigate all reports of violations
  • Take action against all violators

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

6.1 No Warranties

This Site and all content, services, and Third-Party Resources are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

We expressly disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

A. Implied Warranties:

  • Merchantability: No warranty that the Site is merchantable or of satisfactory quality
  • Fitness for particular purpose: No warranty that the Site is fit for property research or any other purpose
  • Non-infringement: No warranty that the Site doesn’t infringe third-party rights (though we believe it doesn’t)
  • Title: No warranty regarding ownership or clear title to content

B. Performance Warranties:

  • Accuracy: No warranty that information is accurate, complete, current, or reliable
  • Availability: No warranty of uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free operation
  • Functionality: No warranty that the Site will function on all devices, browsers, or operating systems
  • Security: No warranty of absolute security from unauthorised access, hacking, or data breaches

C. Outcome Warranties:

  • Results: No warranty about outcomes from using the Site or Third-Party Resources
  • Suitability: No warranty that any tool or resource will meet your needs or expectations
  • Completeness: No warranty that the directory is comprehensive or includes all available tools

6.2 Australian Consumer Law Carve-Out

Important:

Nothing in these Terms or our Website Disclaimer excludes, restricts, or modifies:

A. Consumer guarantees under Schedule 2, Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (ACL), specifically:

  • Section 60: Guarantees relating to services (if our directory constitutes “services” under ACL)
  • Section 61: Guarantee as to due care and skill
  • Section 62: Guarantees as to fitness for particular purpose (where made known)

B. Non-excludable rights or remedies under ACL or other legislation

C. Liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence

Limitation:

However, to the extent permitted by law (including under ACL Sections 64, 64A, 275):

  • Where our liability cannot be excluded, it is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law
  • For breach of non-excludable guarantees relating to services, our liability is limited at our option to:
    • Resupplying the services, OR
    • Paying the cost of having the services resupplied

Given our services are free, this limit would likely be nominal.

6.3 No Implied Representations

We make no representation or warranty that:

  • The Site will meet your requirements or expectations
  • Third-Party Resources are accurate, reliable, or suitable for your purposes
  • Use of the Site or Third-Party Resources will result in successful property outcomes
  • Information on the Site is up-to-date, complete, or error-free
  • Defects or errors will be corrected
  • The Site is free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components

6.4 Basis of Bargain

You acknowledge that:

  • This Site is provided free of charge to you
  • These warranty disclaimers are a fundamental part of our agreement
  • We would not provide the Site without these disclaimers
  • The allocation of risk reflected in these disclaimers is reasonable

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

7.1 Exclusion of Liability

We are NOT liable for any loss or damage arising from or in connection with:

A. Site Use:

  • Access to, use of, or inability to use the Site
  • Reliance on content, descriptions, or information on the Site
  • Technical issues (downtime, errors, bugs, slow loading, incompatibility)
  • Security breaches (hacking, data leaks, unauthorised access)
  • Loss of data, content, or access to the Site

B. Third-Party Resources:

  • Use of Third-Party Resources accessed via our links
  • Inaccuracy, incompleteness, or unreliability of third-party data
  • Unavailability, malfunction, or discontinuation of Third-Party Resources
  • Security or privacy issues with Third-Party Resources
  • Third-party conduct (misleading, deceptive, fraudulent, negligent)
  • Financial losses from using Third-Party Resources
  • Disputes with Third-Party Resource operators

C. Property Decisions:

  • Property purchase, sale, rental, or investment decisions
  • Financial losses from property transactions
  • Opportunity costs (missed opportunities, poor timing)
  • Property defects or issues discovered after purchase
  • Insurance problems (denial, high premiums, uninsurability)
  • Lending problems (loan refusal, unfavorable terms)
  • Legal issues (disputes, non-compliance, penalties)
  • Regulatory issues (planning refusals, building violations)

D. Information Reliance:

  • Relying on outdated, inaccurate, incomplete, or misinterpreted information
  • Failing to verify information from authoritative sources
  • Failing to obtain professional advice
  • Misunderstanding tool outputs or limitations

7.2 Types of Damages Excluded

We exclude all liability for:

  • Direct damages (immediate financial losses from Site use)
  • Indirect damages (consequential losses, flow-on effects)
  • Incidental damages (costs of cover, lost profits)
  • Special damages (unique circumstances or losses)
  • Economic loss (lost revenue, reduced property value, lost opportunities)
  • Personal injury (except where caused by our negligence)
  • Emotional distress (disappointment, stress, anxiety, mental suffering)
  • Punitive or exemplary damages (penalties, punishment beyond compensation)

7.3 Proportionate Liability

To the extent permitted by proportionate liability legislation in Australian states and territories (Part IVAA, Trade Practices Act; Part VIA, Fair Trading Act; etc.):

Our liability is limited to our proportionate share of loss, considering the contribution of:

  • Third-Party Resource operators
  • Professional advisers you engage (solicitors, inspectors, valuers, advisers)
  • Other parties contributing to your loss or damage
  • Your own conduct and decisions

We expressly rely on proportionate liability provisions to limit liability.

7.4 Aggregate Liability Cap

To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total aggregate liability arising from or in connection with these Terms, your use of the Site, or any related matter, SHALL NOT EXCEED:

AUD $100 (one hundred Australian dollars)

This cap applies regardless of:

  • Number of claims or causes of action
  • Legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, statutory, or otherwise)
  • Whether liability arises from one incident or multiple incidents
  • Duration of your use of the Site

Rationale: Given that we provide services free of charge, this cap reflects a reasonable allocation of risk.

7.5 No Liability for Third-Party Acts

We have no liability for acts, omissions, representations, warranties, breaches, or negligence of:

  • Third-Party Resource operators
  • Professional advisers you engage
  • Property sellers, agents, or vendors
  • Other third parties you interact with

You must pursue remedies directly against responsible third parties.

7.6 ACL Limitation

Where applicable law (including ACL) prevents us from excluding liability, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by such law, as described in Section 6.2 above.

INDEMNIFICATION

8.1 Your Agreement to Indemnify

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless:

  • Property Research Hub
  • Its owners, directors, officers, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates
  • From and against any and all:
    • Claims, demands, actions, suits, proceedings
    • Losses, damages, liabilities, costs, expenses (including reasonable legal fees)

8.2 Indemnification Triggers

Arising from or related to:

A. Your Conduct:

  • Breach of these Terms, Website Disclaimer, or Privacy Policy
  • Violation of any laws or regulations
  • Infringement of third-party intellectual property, privacy, or other rights
  • Misuse of the Site or Third-Party Resources
  • Prohibited activities (hacking, scraping, harassment, etc.)

B. Your Decisions:

  • Property purchase, sale, rental, or investment decisions
  • Reliance on information from the Site or Third-Party Resources
  • Failure to obtain professional advice
  • Failure to conduct adequate due diligence
  • Failure to verify information from authoritative sources

C. Your Interactions:

  • Disputes with Third-Party Resource operators
  • Disputes with property sellers, agents, or other parties
  • Contractual disputes arising from your property transactions
  • Misrepresentations you make about our services, relationship, or endorsement

D. Third-Party Claims:

  • Claims by third parties alleging harm from your use of the Site
  • Claims by Third-Party Resource operators alleging breach of their terms
  • Claims by professional advisers alleging non-payment or misrepresentation

8.3 Defense and Settlement

Our Rights:

We reserve the right to:

  • Assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification
  • Retain counsel of our choice at your expense
  • Approve or reject settlement offers

Your Obligations:

If we assume defense:

  • You agree to cooperate fully with our defense efforts
  • You will not settle any claim without our prior written consent
  • You will provide information, testimony, and assistance as requested
  • You will promptly reimburse us for defense costs

8.4 Survival

The indemnification obligations in this Section survive:

  • Termination of these Terms
  • Cessation of your use of the Site
  • Discontinuation of the Site

MODIFICATIONS, SUSPENSION, AND TERMINATION

9.1 Modifications to Site

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site (or any part thereof) at any time, without notice or liability, including:

A. Content Changes:

  • Adding, modifying, or removing directory listings
  • Updating tool descriptions or categorization
  • Changing educational content or guides
  • Adding or removing features or functionality

B. Structural Changes:

  • Redesigning website layout or navigation
  • Changing URL structures or permalinks
  • Altering categorization schemes
  • Modifying search or filtering functionality

C. Business Model Changes:

  • Introducing paid features, subscriptions, or premium tiers
  • Implementing advertising or sponsorships
  • Adding affiliate relationships or partnerships
  • Changing monetization strategies

No Obligation:

We have no obligation to:

  • Provide advance notice of changes
  • Maintain any particular features or content
  • Preserve historical versions of the Site
  • Ensure backward compatibility after changes

9.2 Suspension or Termination of Access

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site:

A. For Cause:

  • Breach of these Terms
  • Prohibited activities (hacking, scraping, harassment)
  • Abuse of the Site or other users
  • Legal or regulatory compliance reasons

B. Without Cause:

  • At our sole discretion
  • Without prior notice
  • Without providing reasons

Effects of Termination:

Upon termination:

  • Your license to access and use the Site immediately ceases
  • You must destroy any downloaded or printed materials
  • Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive (disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, governing law) continue in effect

9.3 Discontinuation of Site

We may permanently discontinue the Site:

  • At any time
  • For any reason or no reason
  • Without prior notice or liability
  • Without compensating users

No Obligation:

If we discontinue the Site, we have no obligation to:

  • Provide advance notice
  • Archive or preserve content
  • Provide access to historical data
  • Compensate for loss of access
  • Explain reasons for discontinuation

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

10.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Website Disclaimer and Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Agreements”), constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Site.

These Agreements supersede:

  • All prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, or communications (written or oral)
  • Any conflicting or additional terms
  • Any representations made outside these Agreements

No Reliance:

You acknowledge that:

  • You have not relied on any statements, promises, or representations outside these Agreements
  • You have had sufficient opportunity to review these Agreements
  • You agree to be bound by these Agreements as written

10.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found by a court or other authority to be invalid, unlawful, void, or unenforceable:

That provision shall be:

  • Deemed severed from these Terms
  • Interpreted to give maximum valid effect
  • Replaced (if necessary) with a valid provision that most closely achieves the intended effect

The remaining provisions shall:

  • Remain in full force and effect
  • Not be affected by the severance
  • Continue to bind both parties

10.3 Waiver

No Waiver by Inaction:

Our failure or delay in enforcing any provision of these Terms does NOT constitute:

  • A waiver of that provision
  • A waiver of the right to enforce that provision in the future
  • A waiver of any other provision

Waiver Requirements:

A waiver is only valid if:

  • Made in writing
  • Signed by an authorized representative
  • Explicitly references the provision being waived
  • Specifies the extent and duration of the waiver

No Continuing Waiver:

A waiver of any breach does not constitute a waiver of:

  • Any subsequent breach of the same provision
  • Breach of any other provision

10.4 Assignment

Our Right to Assign:

We may assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms and our rights and obligations:

  • To any person or entity
  • At any time
  • Without your consent
  • Without notice to you

Common Scenarios:

  • Sale of Property Research Hub business
  • Merger or acquisition
  • Corporate restructuring
  • Transfer to affiliated entities

Your Restriction:

You may NOT assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms or any rights or obligations without our prior written consent. Any attempted assignment without consent is void.

Effect of Assignment:

Valid assignments bind:

  • Assignees and successors
  • Heirs and legal representatives
  • All successors in interest

10.5 No Partnership or Agency

Independent Parties:

These Terms do NOT create:

  • Partnership, joint venture, or business relationship
  • Employer-employee relationship
  • Principal-agent or agency relationship
  • Fiduciary duties or special relationships
  • Franchisor-franchisee relationship

You are NOT:

  • Our agent, employee, contractor, or representative
  • Authorised to bind us contractually
  • Authorised to make representations on our behalf
  • Entitled to act on our behalf in any capacity

10.6 Force Majeure

No Liability for Uncontrollable Events:

We are not liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

A. Natural Events:

  • Acts of God (earthquakes, floods, storms, fires)
  • Epidemics, pandemics, or health emergencies
  • Severe weather or natural disasters

B. Technical Events:

  • Internet or telecommunications failures
  • Hosting provider outages or failures
  • DDoS attacks or cyber attacks
  • Third-party software or service failures
  • Power outages or infrastructure failures

C. Legal/Political Events:

  • Government actions, orders, or restrictions
  • Changes in laws or regulations
  • War, terrorism, civil unrest, or riots
  • Trade restrictions or embargoes

D. Third-Party Events:

  • Strikes, labour disputes, or work stoppages (ours or third parties’)
  • Supplier or vendor failures
  • Third-Party Resource unavailability

Suspension During Force Majeure:

During force majeure events, we may suspend the Site or affected services without liability.

10.7 Third-Party Beneficiaries

No Third-Party Rights:

These Terms are for the benefit of you and us only. They do not confer rights or remedies upon any third party, including but not limited to:

  • Third-Party Resource operators
  • Professional advisers
  • Property sellers or agents
  • Other users of the Site

Exception:

Our affiliates, employees, contractors, and agents are intended third-party beneficiaries of indemnification and limitation of liability provisions.

10.8 Interpretation

Language and Construction:

  • Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation
  • Singular includes plural and vice versa
  • Gender references include all genders
  • “Including” means “including but not limited to” (not exhaustive)
  • “Or” is not exclusive unless context requires otherwise
  • References to statutes include amendments, replacements, and re-enactments

Ambiguities:

Any ambiguity or inconsistency is NOT construed against us as the drafter (contra proferentem rule is waived).

10.9 Notices

To You:

We may provide notices to you:

  • By posting on the Site
  • By email to any address you provided
  • By any other reasonable means

Effective When:

Notices are deemed effective:

  • Immediately upon posting to the Site
  • 24 hours after sending email (regardless of actual receipt)

To Us:

You may provide notices to us:

Required Content:

Notices should include:

  • Your name and contact information
  • Subject matter or issue
  • Specific provision(s) relevant to notice
  • Requested action or remedy (if applicable)

Response Time:

We aim to respond within 5-7 business days but have no obligation to respond to all notices or within any specific timeframe.

10.10 Survival

Provisions That Survive Termination:

The following provisions survive termination or expiration of these Terms:

  • Intellectual Property Rights (Section 4)
  • Disclaimer of Warranties (Section 6)
  • Limitation of Liability (Section 7)
  • Indemnification (Section 8)
  • Miscellaneous Provisions (Section 10)
  • Governing Law and Dispute Resolution (Section 11)

10.11 Electronic Communications

Consent to Electronic Communications:

By using the Site, you consent to:

  • Receiving communications from us electronically
  • Electronic delivery of agreements, notices, and disclosures
  • Electronic signatures and records

Legal Validity:

You agree that:

  • Electronic communications satisfy legal requirements for “writing”
  • Electronic signatures are valid and enforceable
  • Electronic records constitute adequate and authentic evidence

Withdrawal:

You may withdraw consent to electronic communications by ceasing to use the Site, but this terminates your access.

GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by:

  • The laws of Queensland, Australia
  • Federal laws of Australia applicable to Queensland
  • Without regard to conflict of law principles

Applicable Laws Include:

  • Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), including Australian Consumer Law
  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)
  • Copyright Act 1968 (Cth)
  • Spam Act 2003 (Cth)
  • Electronic Transactions Act 1999 (Cth)
  • Proportionate liability legislation (where applicable)
  • Other relevant Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation

11.2 Jurisdiction

You irrevocably and unconditionally:

A. Submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of:

  • Courts of Queensland, Australia
  • Federal courts sitting in Queensland
  • Courts of appeal from the above courts

B. Agree that:

  • “Non-exclusive” means either party may bring proceedings in another jurisdiction if appropriate
  • We may bring proceedings in your jurisdiction of residence if preferred
  • Multiple jurisdictions may be invoked for related disputes

C. Waive any objection to:

  • Jurisdiction based on inconvenient forum
  • Venue or location of proceedings
  • Service of process by mail or email

11.3 Dispute Resolution Process

Informal Resolution (Required First Step):

Before initiating formal proceedings, parties agree to:

A. Notify the other party in writing of the dispute, including:

  • Description of the dispute
  • Relevant facts and circumstances
  • Desired resolution or remedy
  • Contact information for resolution discussions

B. Negotiate in good faith for 30 days from receipt of notice to:

  • Understand each party’s position
  • Exchange relevant information
  • Explore mutually acceptable resolutions
  • Consider compromise or settlement

C. Senior-level discussions: If initial discussions fail, escalate to senior representatives (owners, directors) for an additional 15 days

Formal Proceedings:

If informal resolution fails after 45 days, either party may:

D. Small Claims Proceedings: For disputes under jurisdictional limits (typically $10,000-25,000 depending on state), either party may pursue small claims court proceedings

E. Litigation: For larger disputes, either party may commence litigation in accordance with Section 11.2

Exceptions:

The following are exempt from informal resolution requirements and may be pursued immediately:

  • Injunctive relief for urgent matters (e.g., intellectual property infringement, ongoing breaches)
  • Provisional remedies to preserve rights or evidence
  • Debt collection for undisputed amounts owed
  • Enforcement of judgments or arbitration awards

11.4 Class Action Waiver (To Extent Permitted by Law)

To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law:

You agree that:

A. Individual Actions Only: Any dispute will be resolved on an individual basis, not as part of a class action, consolidated action, or representative proceeding

B. No Class Arbitration: If arbitration is pursued, it will be on an individual basis only (not class or collective arbitration)

C. No Consolidation: Your claim will not be consolidated with claims of other parties without all parties’ written consent

Important:

If this class action waiver is found unenforceable or invalid, the arbitration clause (if any) is void, and disputes will be resolved through litigation.

Note: Australian law differs from US law regarding class actions; this provision operates to the extent permitted.

11.5 Limitation Period for Claims

Time Limits:

You agree that any claim or cause of action arising from or related to:

  • Use of the Site
  • These Terms
  • Our relationship

Must be filed within:

  • ONE (1) YEAR from the date the cause of action accrued

After this period:

  • The claim is permanently barred
  • We may raise this as a complete defence
  • No claim may be brought regardless of when discovered

Exception:

This limitation period does NOT apply to:

  • Claims for which statute prescribes a different (shorter or longer) period that cannot be contractually varied
  • Claims for fraud or intentional misrepresentation (to extent statute allows)

Accrual:

A cause of action accrues:

  • When the breach or harmful event occurs
  • NOT when you discover or should have discovered the breach

11.6 Legal Costs

General Rule:

Each party bears its own legal costs and expenses related to disputes, regardless of outcome, except as awarded by a court or tribunal.

Exceptions:

The prevailing party may recover legal costs if:

  • A court or tribunal orders costs under applicable rules
  • One party breached these Terms in bad faith
  • One party brought frivolous or vexatious claims

CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms:

Email: info@propertyresearchhub.com.au
Website: https://propertyresearchhub.com.au/

Response Time: We aim to respond to inquiries within 5-7 business days, though we have no obligation to respond to all inquiries or within any specific timeframe.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

BY ACCESSING OR USING THIS SITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:

✓ You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use
✓ You have read, understood, and agree to our Website Disclaimer
✓ You have read, understood, and agree to our Privacy Policy
✓ You are at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian consent
✓ You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
✓ You understand the limitations and risks described in the Agreements
✓ You accept responsibility for your use of the Site and decisions made based on information from the Site or Third-Party Resources
✓ You agree to obtain appropriate professional advice for property decisions
✓ You waive any claims inconsistent with these Terms (to the maximum extent permitted by law)

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, DO NOT USE THIS SITE.

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