Gold Business Center Terms of Service / Client Agreement / Member Agreement

ACCESSING OR USING THE WEBSITE OR SERVICES CONSTITUTES LEGALLY BINDING ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF THE CLIENT DOES NOT AGREE, THEY MUST IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE USE.

1.1 Agreement Identification

This Master Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into by and between the Service Provider and any individual or entity (the “Client”) that purchases, accesses, enrolls in, or otherwise utilizes any service, program, system, platform, or offering provided by the Service Provider.

This Agreement governs all services, communications, transactions, interactions, and engagements between the Parties.

This Agreement is intended to be:

• Legally binding

• Fully enforceable

• Broadly interpreted in favor of enforceability

• Applicable across all current and future services

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1.2 Service Provider

The Service Provider is Divine Advance, LLC, a California limited liability company, operating under and through:

• Gold Business Center

• GoldBusinessCenter.com

• All affiliated brands, programs, systems, services, and platforms

Principal Address:
2281 Lava Ridge Court
Roseville, California 95661
United States

Email: support@goldbusinesscenter.com
Phone: (916) 347-4653

For all purposes under this Agreement, the following terms shall be deemed legally identical, interchangeable, and inseparable:

“Service Provider,” “Company,” “Divine Advance, LLC,” “Gold Business Center,” and all associated brands, programs, services, systems, and platforms.

No distinction between these terms shall limit liability protection, rights, or enforcement.

1.3 Authorized Representatives and Liability Shield

All services provided under this Agreement may be performed by:

• Employees

• Contractors

• Advisors

• Strategists

• Representatives

• Agents of the Service Provider

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) All individuals providing services act solely on behalf of the Service Provider
(b) No individual shall be considered a separate contracting party under this Agreement
(c) No personal liability, obligation, or responsibility is created for any individual under any circumstance
(d) The Client waives any claim against any individual and agrees to pursue claims, if any, solely against the Service Provider
(e) All communications, actions, and services performed by any representative are deemed actions of the Service Provider only

1.4 Definition of Client

The “Client” includes any individual or entity that:

• Purchases services

• Makes payment

• Accesses systems or platforms

• Participates in sessions

• Requests or receives services

• Engages in communication related to services

The Client represents and warrants:

(a) Full legal authority and capacity to enter this Agreement
(b) Financial responsibility for all obligations
(c) Responsibility for any associated business, brand, or entity
(d) That they are acting voluntarily and knowingly

1.5 Universal Scope of Engagement

This Agreement applies to:

• All services

• All programs

• All memberships

• All advisory and execution work

• All communications (past, present, and future)

Including, but not limited to:

• Strategy sessions

• Business development

• Credit and funding guidance

• Digital services

• Branding, marketing, and consulting

This Agreement governs ALL engagement unless explicitly overridden in writing by the Service Provider.

1.6 Retroactive Application and Prior Engagement Protection

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Engagement may begin prior to formal execution
(b) Payment, participation, communication, or service usage constitutes engagement
(c) Services may be provided before acknowledgment of this Agreement

Accordingly:

This Agreement applies retroactively to the earliest of:

• First payment

• First communication

• First service rendered

• First participation

All prior work, services, and communications are governed by this Agreement.

1.7 Term and Continuity

The Client acknowledges:

(a) Engagement may be structured as monthly, annual, or custom
(b) The Agreement remains in effect during active engagement
(c) Terms apply regardless of usage, participation, or completion

1.8 Independent Contractor Relationship

The Service Provider operates strictly as an independent contractor.

Nothing in this Agreement creates:

• Employment

• Partnership

• Joint venture

• Agency

• Fiduciary relationship

The Service Provider retains full control over:

• Methods

• Timing

• Execution

• Structure

1.9 Acknowledgment of Services and Benefit

The Client acknowledges:

(a) Services may already be rendered
(b) Value has been received or made available
(c) All services are governed by this Agreement
(d) Acceptance of services strengthens enforceability

1.10 Entire Agreement and Non-Reliance

This Agreement:

• Supersedes all prior discussions, communications, and representations

• Is the sole controlling agreement

The Client expressly agrees:

(a) They are not relying on any statement outside this Agreement
(b) No verbal or informal communication is binding
(c) No expectation exists outside written terms

1.11 Binding Acceptance by Conduct

This Agreement becomes binding upon the earliest of:

• Signature

• Payment

• Use of services

• Participation in any program

• Continued communication or engagement

The Client agrees:

Acceptance does NOT require a physical signature.

1.12 Intent to Be Legally Bound

The Client acknowledges:

(a) They have read and understand this Agreement
(b) They enter voluntarily
(c) They may seek independent legal advice
(d) Continued participation constitutes acceptance
(e) This Agreement is intended to be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law

SECTION 2 — PURPOSE OF ENGAGEMENT

2.1 Purpose

This Agreement establishes a structured, limited, and controlled engagement between the Service Provider and the Client for access to business-related services, which may include:

• Strategic advisory

• Planning and development

• Execution support within defined limits

• Access to systems, tools, and resources

All services are provided solely within the framework of this Agreement.

The Client acknowledges that:

• Services are not unlimited

• Services are not on-demand

• Services are not outcome-based

2.2 Service Model

All services are delivered under a Strategic Execution Model, which may include:

• Strategy development

• Advisory guidance

• Execution support (limited)

• Content, digital, or operational work

Services may be delivered through:

• Scheduled sessions

• Project-based work

• Research and analysis

• Digital or operational support

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) All services are delivered within structured limitations
(b) Availability is not continuous or guaranteed
(c) All work is subject to scheduling, capacity, and discretion
(d) The Service Provider determines how services are delivered

2.3 Scope of Services

Services may include, but are not limited to:

• Business strategy and development

• Credit and funding guidance (educational only)

• Website and digital infrastructure support

• Branding, marketing, and content development

• Systems, operations, and business structuring

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) The above categories are non-exhaustive and non-binding
(b) No specific service, task, or deliverable is guaranteed
(c) Services are provided on a time, access, or availability basis, not a deliverable basis
(d) Any task or request may be accepted, declined, delayed, or modified at the sole discretion of the Service Provider

2.4 Advisory vs. Execution Limitations

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Advisory services include strategy, recommendations, planning, and guidance
(b) Execution services include actual work performed by the Service Provider
(c) Advisory services do NOT require execution
(d) Execution is limited and controlled

The Client further agrees:

• No assumption shall be made that advice includes implementation

• No obligation exists to execute any recommendation

2.5 Service Delivery Limitations

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Services are NOT unlimited
(b) Services are NOT continuous
(c) Services are NOT immediate or on-demand
(d) The Service Provider is NOT required to fulfill all requests

No expectation is created for:

• Unlimited revisions

• Unlimited communication

• Unlimited execution

• Immediate turnaround

2.6 Independent Contractor Status

The Service Provider operates as an independent contractor.

Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted to create:

• Employment

• Agency

• Partnership

• Joint venture

• Fiduciary relationship

The Service Provider retains full control over:

• Methods

• Processes

• Timing

• Execution

2.7 Client Responsibility and Risk Allocation

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) The Client is solely responsible for all decisions, actions, and outcomes
(b) The Client assumes all risk associated with business activities
(c) The Service Provider does not control or guarantee results

The Client further agrees:

• All use of services is at their own risk

• All implementation decisions are their responsibility

2.8 No Professional Services Disclaimer

The Service Provider does NOT provide:

• Legal advice

• Tax advice

• Accounting services

• Financial or investment advice

All information is provided for general business and educational purposes only.

The Client is solely responsible for:

• Seeking licensed professionals where required

• Compliance with all laws and regulations

2.9 Structural Service Framework

All services are delivered within a structured framework based on:

• Time allocation (if applicable)

• Scheduling availability

• Operational capacity

• Service Provider discretion

The Client agrees:

• All services are subject to this structure

• No service exists outside this structure

2.10 Time Not of the Essence

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Time is NOT of the essence under this Agreement
(b) No deadline, timeline, or completion date is guaranteed
(c) Any estimated timeframe is non-binding

Delays shall NOT constitute:

• Breach of Agreement

• Failure of performance

• Grounds for refund or non-payment

2.11 No Expansion of Scope by Communication

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Emails, conversations, ideas, or recommendations do NOT expand scope
(b) No communication shall create additional obligations
(c) Only written modifications approved by the Service Provider can expand scope

The Client expressly agrees:

No reliance shall be placed on any statement outside this Agreement.

2.12 Controlling Nature of Agreement

This Section defines the entire purpose and structure of engagement.

The Client agrees:

(a) This Agreement controls all services
(b) No external communication overrides this Agreement
(c) No assumption, expectation, or interpretation shall expand obligations

SECTION 3 — PROGRAM ENROLLMENT, SERVICE ALLOCATION, AND USAGE CONTROL

3.1 Enrollment and Access

The Client obtains access to services through:

• Purchase

• Enrollment

• Membership

• Agreement to services

This enrollment defines and strictly limits:

• Scope of services

• Access to resources

• Service availability

• All rights and obligations

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) No services exist outside this defined structure
(b) All services require compliance with this Agreement
(c) Access does not guarantee execution or completion

3.2 Service Components (Non-Binding and Variable)

The Service Provider may offer access to:

• Strategy sessions

• Advisory services

• Execution support

• Research and analysis

• Digital tools, systems, or platforms

• Training, programs, or resources

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) All services are variable and non-guaranteed
(b) Services may be modified, added, limited, or removed at any time
(c) No specific service, feature, or deliverable is guaranteed
(d) Access to any system or tool does not guarantee usage, results, or support

3.3 Service Hours and Time-Based Structure (If Applicable)

Where services include time-based allocation (“Service Hours”):

(a) Service Hours are a finite, prepaid allocation
(b) Service Hours are the exclusive unit of service delivery
(c) ALL work performed is subject to Service Hour deduction

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Live sessions

• Strategy and planning

• Research and analysis

• Communication and coordination

• Execution, development, and implementation

• Internal thinking, preparation, and problem-solving

The Client acknowledges:

ALL time spent by the Service Provider is billable and subject to deduction.

The Service Provider retains sole and absolute authority to:

• Determine what constitutes billable time

• Determine how much time is deducted

• Classify all work performed

All determinations are final and binding.

3.4 Non-Recurring Allocation and Expiration

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Service Hours (if applicable) are non-recurring
(b) Service Hours do NOT reset
(c) Service Hours do NOT roll over beyond the applicable term

All unused Service Hours:

• Expire automatically

• Hold no monetary value

• Are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable

Once used, Service Hours are:

Permanently deducted and cannot be restored under any circumstance.

3.5 Exhaustion of Services and Additional Work

Upon exhaustion of Service Hours (if applicable):

(a) The Service Provider has no obligation to continue services
(b) All work shall immediately pause
(c) Additional services require:

• Separate approval

• Additional payment

• Availability

The Service Provider reserves the right to:

• Approve or deny additional work

• Set pricing at its sole discretion

• Prioritize, delay, or decline requests

No work shall be performed without available Service Hours or approved payment.

3.6 Separation of Advisory and Execution

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Sessions (if provided) are advisory in nature only
(b) Advisory services do NOT include execution
(c) Execution requires Service Hours or separate authorization

All work outside of live sessions, including:

• Preparation

• Follow-up

• Implementation

• Communication

is subject to Service Hour deduction.

3.7 No Unlimited Services or Implied Entitlement

The Client expressly acknowledges:

(a) No services are unlimited
(b) No services are on-demand
(c) No services are guaranteed in volume, speed, or completion

The Client further agrees:

• No entitlement exists to unlimited revisions

• No entitlement exists to unlimited communication

• No entitlement exists to unlimited execution

Access does NOT equal obligation.

3.8 Scope Control and Service Authority

The Service Provider retains sole and absolute discretion over:

• What work is performed

• When work is performed

• How work is performed

• Whether a request is accepted

The Service Provider may:

• Refuse

• Limit

• Delay

• Decline

any request that:

• Exceeds available resources

• Falls outside scope

• Conflicts with priorities or capacity

All decisions are final and non-negotiable.

3.9 Entire Enrollment Definition

This Section constitutes the complete and exclusive definition of all services and access.

The Client agrees:

(a) No services exist beyond what is defined in this Agreement
(b) No expectations shall be formed outside written terms
(c) No external communication expands scope

3.10 No Waiver, No Precedent, No Reliance

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

Any instance in which the Service Provider:

• Performs additional work

• Provides extra time

• Delivers beyond expectations

• Fails to immediately deduct time

shall:

(a) Be considered discretionary
(b) NOT create obligation
(c) NOT establish precedent
(d) NOT modify this Agreement

The Client waives any claim based on:

• Prior conduct

• Past accommodations

• Informal expectations

3.11 Acceptance of Service Structure

By engaging in services, the Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) They understand the time-based and controlled nature of services
(b) They accept all limitations and restrictions
(c) They agree to operate within the defined structure

SECTION 4 — SERVICE GOVERNANCE, TIME AUTHORITY, AND BILLING CONTROL

4.1 Service Structure and Control

All services are delivered under a controlled, time-based, and authority-driven framework determined exclusively by the Service Provider.

Services may include:

• Advisory sessions (if applicable)

• Execution-based work

• Access to systems, tools, and platforms

Each component is:

• Separate

• Independently governed

• Subject to this Agreement

The Client acknowledges:

Access to services does not guarantee execution, completion, or availability.

4.2 Advisory Sessions (If Applicable)

Advisory sessions (if provided):

• Are scheduled in advance

• Are limited to the designated time block

• Are strictly advisory in nature

Advisory sessions include:

• Strategy

• Planning

• Direction

• Decision-making

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Advisory sessions do NOT include execution
(b) No work outside the session is included
(c) No follow-up work is implied or guaranteed

4.3 Definition of Billable Work

All time spent by the Service Provider in connection with the Client is considered billable work.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Strategy and planning

• Thinking, analysis, and problem-solving

• Research and investigation

• Writing and documentation

• Design, branding, and digital work

• Communication outside scheduled sessions

• Internal preparation and review

• Execution and implementation

The Client acknowledges:

Billable work includes both visible and non-visible effort, including intellectual and strategic labor.

4.4 Exclusive Time Tracking Authority

The Service Provider retains sole, exclusive, and final authority over:

• Time tracking

• Billing classification

• Work categorization

• Time allocation and deduction

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) All time is tracked exclusively by the Service Provider
(b) The Service Provider is NOT required to obtain prior approval before billing time
(c) Time may be billed in full or partial increments
(d) All records maintained by the Service Provider constitute the official and controlling record

4.5 Binding Nature of Time Records

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) All time records are final, binding, and conclusive
(b) Access to time records, if provided, is a courtesy only
(c) The Client is responsible for reviewing usage

Failure to review does NOT:

• Invalidate charges

• Reverse deductions

• Delay enforcement

Any dispute must:

• Be submitted in writing

• Identify a specific clerical error

Disputes based on opinion, expectation, or disagreement with time usage shall be rejected.

4.6 Separation of Advisory and Execution

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Advisory services are separate from execution
(b) Execution requires billable time
(c) No execution is included unless explicitly stated

The Client waives any claim that:

• Advice implies implementation

• Sessions include execution

• Discussion equals completion

4.7 Expiration, Non-Renewal, and Forfeiture

Any time-based services (if applicable):

• Do NOT reset

• Do NOT roll over

• Expire automatically

All unused time:

• Is forfeited

• Has no cash value

• Is non-refundable and non-transferable

4.8 Exhaustion of Services

Upon exhaustion of available service allocation:

(a) All work immediately pauses
(b) The Service Provider has no obligation to continue services
(c) Additional work requires:

• New approval

• Additional payment

No exceptions apply.

4.9 No Free Work and No Implied Inclusion

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) No work is free unless stated in writing
(b) No service shall be presumed included
(c) No obligation exists beyond defined limits

Any instance of:

• Unbilled work

• Extra effort

• Additional time

shall:

• Be discretionary

• NOT create entitlement

• NOT modify this Agreement

4.10 Platform, System, and Access Control

All systems, tools, and platforms provided by the Service Provider are:

• Proprietary

• Restricted

• Controlled

The Client agrees:

(a) Use is limited to personal business purposes
(b) No sharing, resale, or redistribution
(c) All access may be modified, suspended, or revoked

Violation may result in:

• Immediate suspension

• Termination

• Legal enforcement

4.11 Client Responsibility and Indemnification

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) The Service Provider does not control outcomes
(b) The Client is solely responsible for decisions and results
(c) The Client must perform independent due diligence

The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless:

• The Service Provider

• All affiliates, representatives, and personnel

from any claims arising from:

• Use of services

• Business decisions

• Implementation of advice

4.12 Service Provider Rights and Discretion

The Service Provider retains full authority to:

• Refuse or limit services

• Modify delivery structure

• Suspend or terminate services

including for:

• Non-payment

• Misuse

• Violation of Agreement

• Disruptive behavior

All decisions are final.

4.13 Final Determination and Dispute Limitation

The Client agrees:

All determinations regarding:

• Time usage

• Billing

• Scope

• Service classification

are final and binding.

The Client further agrees:

Disputes do NOT:

• Reverse charges

• Require additional services

• Suspend payment obligations

4.14 No Waiver of Enforcement

Failure by the Service Provider to enforce any provision shall NOT:

• Waive rights

• Modify the Agreement

• Create precedent

All provisions remain enforceable at all times.

SECTION 5 — SCOPE OF SERVICES, EXECUTION LIMITATIONS, AND NO-EXPANSION CONTROL

5.1 Nature of Scope (Time-Based, Not Deliverable-Based)

The Client acknowledges and agrees that:

(a) All services are provided on a time-based, access-based, and availability-based model
(b) This Agreement does NOT constitute a fixed-scope, deliverable-based, or outcome-based engagement
(c) No specific deliverable, milestone, or completion is guaranteed

All services are performed:

• Within available service allocation (if applicable)

• Subject to scheduling availability

• Subject to operational capacity

• At the sole discretion of the Service Provider

The Client is purchasing access to time, expertise, and structured support — NOT guaranteed results or completed deliverables.

5.2 Scope Categories (Illustrative Only — Non-Binding)

Services may include support within general categories such as:

• Business strategy and development

• Branding, marketing, and content

• Website and digital infrastructure

• Systems, operations, and structuring

• Media, visibility, and positioning

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) These categories are illustrative only
(b) They do NOT define required services
(c) They do NOT create obligations
(d) They do NOT guarantee execution

5.3 No Fixed Deliverables or Completion Obligation

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) No specific task, deliverable, or project is guaranteed
(b) The Service Provider is NOT obligated to complete any project in full
(c) Progress depends on:

• Available time allocation

• Client responsiveness

• Operational capacity

• Strategic prioritization

Partial work, draft work, or incomplete execution does NOT constitute non-performance.

5.4 Non-Binding Nature of Communications and Materials

All:

• Proposals

• Concepts

• Ideas

• Recommendations

• Emails

• Conversations

• Drafts or outlines

are provided for planning, discussion, or alignment purposes only.

The Client expressly agrees:

(a) No communication creates a binding obligation
(b) No communication guarantees execution
(c) The Service Provider is NOT required to implement all discussed items

Only written agreements executed by the Service Provider create binding obligations.

5.5 Absolute Prioritization Authority

The Service Provider retains sole and absolute discretion to:

• Determine work order

• Set priorities

• Allocate time

• Sequence execution

The Client acknowledges:

(a) Client input is non-controlling
(b) Strategic decisions override client preferences
(c) Work may be delayed, reordered, or deprioritized at any time

5.6 Client Participation Requirements

The Client agrees to:

• Provide timely responses

• Deliver required materials

• Approve work when requested

• Participate in decision-making

Failure to comply may result in:

• Delays

• Increased time usage

• Reallocation of work

• Suspension or deprioritization

The Service Provider is NOT responsible for delays caused by the Client.

5.7 Third-Party and External Dependency Disclaimer

The Service Provider is NOT responsible for:

• Third-party vendors

• Platforms, software, or tools

• Hosting or payment systems

• Approval processes (credit, funding, grants, etc.)

• External delays or failures

The Client acknowledges:

All third-party involvement is outside the control of the Service Provider.

5.8 Right to Refuse, Limit, or Defer Work

The Service Provider retains the unrestricted right to:

• Refuse any request

• Limit scope of any request

• Delay or defer execution

• Require a separate agreement

This includes work that is:

• Outside scope

• Excessive in volume

• Operationally impractical

• Legally restricted

• Misaligned with Service Provider standards

All decisions are final.

5.9 No Guarantee of Results or Outcomes

The Client acknowledges and agrees that no guarantees are made regarding:

• Revenue

• Profitability

• Business success

• Credit or funding approval

• Audience growth

• Project completion timelines

All outcomes depend on factors beyond the Service Provider’s control.

5.10 No Implied Expansion of Services

The Client agrees:

(a) Access does NOT guarantee execution of all requests
(b) No additional services are implied under any circumstance
(c) No expectation shall be formed based on:

• Past work

• Informal conversations

• Marketing materials

• Website content

Any expansion of scope requires:

Written approval from the Service Provider.

5.11 Entire Scope Control and Non-Reliance

This Section constitutes the complete and controlling definition of scope.

The Client agrees that the following do NOT expand scope:

• Emails

• Conversations

• Proposals

• Website content

• Marketing materials

• Prior conduct

The Client further agrees:

They have NOT relied on any representation outside this Agreement.

5.12 Time Not of the Essence

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Time is NOT of the essence
(b) No deadlines are guaranteed
(c) Any timeframe is an estimate only

Delays do NOT constitute:

• Breach of Agreement

• Failure of performance

• Grounds for refund or dispute

SECTION 6 — OUT-OF-SCOPE WORK, EXCLUSIONS, AND NO-ASSUMPTION PROTECTION

6.1 Absolute Scope Exclusion

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Any service not expressly stated in this Agreement is excluded
(b) No service shall be assumed, implied, or inferred
(c) The Service Provider has no obligation to perform any work outside defined scope

Out-of-scope work may only be performed if:

• Approved in writing by the Service Provider; AND

• Supported by available service allocation or separate agreement

Silence, prior conduct, or discussion does NOT create inclusion.

6.2 No Unlimited Revisions, Changes, or Iterations

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) Services do NOT include unlimited revisions or modifications
(b) All changes, edits, or requests are subject to billing and approval
(c) Direction changes, rework, or expanded requests may require:

• Additional time allocation

• Additional fees

• Separate agreement

The Client waives any claim to:

• Unlimited edits

• Ongoing refinements

• Repeated revisions without cost

6.3 Physical Labor and On-Site Work Exclusion

The Service Provider does NOT provide physical or on-site services as a standard component, including but not limited to:

• Setup, installation, or organization

• Moving, lifting, or transport

• Construction or manual labor

If such work is performed:

(a) It is strictly discretionary
(b) It is billable as service time
(c) It does NOT create an ongoing service category

The Client acknowledges:

• No expectation of continued physical services

• Future requests may be declined without explanation

6.4 Legal, Tax, Financial, and Regulated Services Disclaimer

The Service Provider does NOT provide:

• Legal advice or legal services

• Tax advice or tax preparation

• Accounting or bookkeeping

• Financial, lending, or investment advice

All information is:

General, educational, and strategic in nature only.

The Client is solely responsible for:

• Engaging licensed professionals

• Compliance with all applicable laws

6.5 Business Formation, Compliance, and Filings

The Service Provider is NOT responsible for:

• Formation of legal entities

• Government filings or submissions

• Regulatory compliance

• Licenses, permits, or registrations

Any guidance provided:

• Is informational only

• Does NOT constitute execution

• Does NOT create responsibility

6.6 Financial Handling and Vendor Responsibility

The Service Provider does NOT:

• Pay vendors or third parties

• Handle or process Client funds

• Manage financial transactions

The Client is solely responsible for:

• All payments

• All vendor relationships

• All financial obligations

The Service Provider assumes no liability for vendor performance or outcomes.

6.7 Third-Party Systems, Platforms, and Outcomes

The Service Provider is NOT responsible for:

• Third-party tools, platforms, or services

• System outages or technical failures

• Approval or denial of funding, credit, or grants

• Performance of external vendors

The Client acknowledges:

All third-party engagement is at their sole risk.

6.8 No Guarantee of Completion or Full Execution

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

(a) No project is guaranteed to be completed
(b) Work may remain partial, in-progress, or unfinished
(c) Completion depends on:

• Available service allocation

• Client participation

• External and operational factors

Partial work does NOT constitute:

• Breach

• Failure

• Refund eligibility

6.9 No Responsibility for Client Delay, Inaction, or Error

The Service Provider is NOT responsible for delays caused by the Client, including:

• Lack of communication

• Delayed responses

• Incomplete or inaccurate information

• Failure to approve or provide direction

Such delays may result in:

• Increased time usage

• Reprioritization

• Suspension or delay of work

6.10 No Assumption of Additional Services

The Client agrees:

(a) No service is included unless expressly defined
(b) No service shall be assumed based on:

• Conversations

• Emails

• Marketing materials

• Website content

• Prior discretionary work

(c) No expectation shall be formed outside this Agreement

Assumption does NOT create obligation.

6.11 Expanded Work Requires Separate Agreement

The Service Provider reserves the right to require a separate written agreement for:

• Complex projects

• High-volume work

• Specialized services

• Out-of-scope requests

No expanded work shall be performed without:

• Written approval

• Additional compensation

6.12 Sole Discretion of Service Provider

The Service Provider retains full and absolute discretion to:

• Determine scope

• Approve or deny requests

• Require additional terms

• Set pricing and conditions

All decisions are:

Final, binding, and non-negotiable.

6.13 No Waiver, No Precedent, No Reliance

The Client acknowledges and agrees:

Any instance in which the Service Provider:

• Performs additional work

• Provides extra support

• Does not immediately enforce limitations

shall:

(a) Be considered discretionary
(b) NOT create obligation
(c) NOT establish precedent
(d) NOT modify this Agreement

The Client waives any claim based on:

• Prior conduct

• Past accommodations

• Informal expectations

6.14 Absolute Exclusion Enforcement

This Section shall be interpreted:

• Broadly

• In favor of exclusion

• In favor of limiting obligations

Any ambiguity shall be resolved:

In favor of the Service Provider’s limitation of responsibility.