Terms and Conditions: Updated 1 May 2023
Welcome to the First Block Properties website (the “Website”). The Website is owned and operated by First Block Properties Ltd. (“First Block”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), a company registered in Trinidad and Tobago. The Website provides information about our real estate services, properties for sale or rent, and other related content (the “Services”).
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use the Website or the Services.
We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website and the Services after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
1. Use of the Website
You may use the Website and the Services for your personal, non-commercial use only. You may not use the Website or the Services for any unlawful or prohibited purpose, or to interfere with the operation or security of the Website or the Services.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, perform, publish, modify, create derivative works from, or exploit in any way any of the content or information on the Website or the Services without our prior written consent.
You may not use any automated means, such as robots, spiders, scrapers, or crawlers, to access, collect, or index any content or information on the Website or the Services without our prior written consent.
You may not use any device, software, or technique to interfere with or attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Website or the Services.
You may not introduce any viruses, worms, trojans, malware, or other harmful or destructive material to the Website or the Services.
You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or the Services, or any systems or networks connected to the Website or the Services, by hacking, password mining, or any other means.
You may not impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity, when using the Website or the Services.
You may not violate any applicable laws, regulations, rules, or codes of conduct when using the Website or the Services.
2. Content and Information
The content and information on the Website and the Services are provided for general information purposes only. They do not constitute legal, financial, professional, or other advice and should not be relied upon as such. You should consult a qualified professional before making any decisions based on the content and information on the Website and the Services.
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the content and information on the Website and the Services are accurate and up to date. However, we do not guarantee that they are complete, correct, current, reliable, or error-free. We do not endorse any opinions expressed by third parties on the Website or the Services.
We are not responsible for any content or information posted by users of the Website or the Services. We do not monitor, review, or verify such content or information for accuracy, completeness, or compliance with applicable laws. We do not assume any liability for any loss or damage arising from such content or information.
We reserve the right to remove any content or information that we deem inappropriate, offensive, illegal, or in violation of these Terms at our sole discretion and without notice.
3. Property Listings
The property listings on the Website and the Services are provided by us, our agents, or third-party providers. We act as a broker, agent, or representative solely for our own listings and sell, rent, or manage properties on the Website clearly marked with the First Block Logo only.
We do not act as a broker, agent, or representative for any party in connection with any transaction involving the properties listed on the Website and the Services that are not First Block listings.
We do not guarantee that the property listings are accurate, complete, current, available, or suitable for your needs.
Other than the brokerage companies registered with First Block, We do not verify the identity, credentials, qualifications, or background of any party (including agents of the brokerages) involved in any transaction involving the properties listed on the Website and the Services.
We do not assume any liability for any loss or damage arising from any transaction involving the properties listed on the Website and the Services.
You are solely responsible for conducting your own due diligence and investigation before engaging in any transaction involving the properties listed on the Website and the Services.
You should consult a qualified professional before making any decisions based on the property listings. You should carefully read all terms and conditions of any contract, agreement, or offer that you enter into in relation to any property listed on the Website and the Services.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
We own all rights, title, and interest in and to the Website and the Services, including but not limited to all trademarks, logos, trade names, domain names, designs, graphics, images, text, audio, video, software, code, and other material (collectively, “First Block Content”).
The First Block Content is protected by intellectual property laws of Trinidad and Tobago and other jurisdictions.
You acknowledge that you do not acquire any ownership rights in or to any First Block Content by using the Website and the Services.
You may access, view, download, print, and store a reasonable number of copies of First Block Content for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you retain all notices, credits, and attributions contained therein.
You may not modify, alter, adapt, translate, create derivative works from, or exploit in any way any First Block Content without our prior written consent.
You may not use any First Block Content for any commercial purpose, or for any public display, performance, distribution, transmission, broadcasting, or reproduction without our prior written consent.
You may not use any First Block Content in a manner that suggests an association with us or implies our endorsement, sponsorship, or approval without our prior written consent.
You may not use any First Block Content in a manner that infringes, violates, or misappropriates any intellectual property rights or other rights of us or any third party.
5. Third-Party Links
The Website and the Services may contain links to other websites, applications, resources, or services operated by third parties (“Third-Party Links”).
These Third-Party Links are provided for your convenience and reference only.
We do not control, endorse, sponsor, recommend, or guarantee any Third-Party Links or any products, services, information, content, or materials available on or through them.
We are not responsible for any Third-Party Links or their privacy practices, terms of use, policies, or actions.
Your access to and use of any Third-Party Links is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, TITLE, QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, SECURITY, OR AVAILABILITY. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, VIRUS-FREE, OR FREE OF OTHER HARMFUL OR DESTRUCTIVE COMPONENTS. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT ANY CONTENT OR INFORMATION ON THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES IS CORRECT OR COMPLETE OR THAT ANY PROPERTY LISTINGS ARE AVAILABLE OR SUITABLE FOR YOUR NEEDS. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT ANY TRANSACTION INVOLVING ANY PROPERTY LISTINGS WILL BE SUCCESSFUL OR SATISFACTORY. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION OBTAINED BY YOU FROM US OR THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES WILL CREATE ANY WARRANTY NOT EXPRESSLY STATED IN THESE TERMS.
7. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE AND OUR AFFILIATES AND AGENTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS REVENUE DATA GOODWILL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY USE OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT TORT NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES IN ADVANCE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES SO SOME OR ALL OF THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE AND THE SERVICES WILL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO DOLLARS (TT$100)
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless us and our affiliates and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or relating to your use of or inability to use the Website and the Services, your violation of these Terms or any applicable laws or regulations, your infringement or misappropriation of any intellectual property rights or other rights of us or any third party, or any transaction involving any property listings.
9. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate your access to and use of the Website and the Services at any time and for any reason, with or without notice or cause. We may also suspend your access to and use of the Website and the Services if we suspect or detect any breach of these Terms or any fraudulent or illegal activity by you. Upon termination or suspension, your right to use the Website and the Services will cease immediately and you must destroy all copies of any First Block Content in your possession or control. The provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination or suspension will survive, including but not limited to Sections 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 12.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Trinidad and Tobago, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Trinidad and Tobago for any dispute arising out of or relating to your use of or inability to use the Website and the Services or these Terms.
11. General Provisions
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements or understandings, whether written or oral. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision will be severed from the remainder of these Terms, which will remain in full force and effect. No waiver of any provision of these Terms will be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. No failure or delay by us in exercising any right, power, or remedy under these Terms will operate as a waiver of any such right, power, or remedy. You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without your consent.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments, feedback, complaints, or suggestions about the Website and the Services or these Terms, please contact us at:
First Block Properties Ltd.
15 Ethel Street
St. James
Trinidad and Tobago
Phone: +1 (868) 622-0862
Email: contact@FirstBlockProperties.com
