Terms And Conditions

Welcome to Lochside Accounting. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, located at lochsideaccounting.com, and the services we provide, including bookkeeping, commission tracking, trust accounting, tax preparation, financial reporting, and QuickBooks training. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website or services.

In these terms, “you” or “client” refers to the individual or entity using our website or services. “We,” “us,” or “Lochside Accounting” refers to Lochside LLC, a Texas-based company. These terms apply to all interactions related to our services and are governed by the laws of the State of Texas.

Cookies

We utilize cookies, small data files that store information about your interactions with our website, such as preferences or visited pages. Cookies enhance functionality and user experience, such as retaining your settings. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined in our Privacy Policy. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit certain website features.

Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, images, videos, and course materials, is the exclusive property of Lochside Accounting or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may access this content for personal, non-commercial use, subject to the following restrictions. You must not:

• Republish, reproduce, or redistribute our content without prior written consent.
• Sell, rent, or sublicense our content.
• Duplicate or copy our content for any purpose.
• Use our content for commercial activities without authorization.

This agreement is effective upon your initial use of our website or services.

User-Generated Content

Certain sections of our website, such as reviews, may permit you to post comments or feedback. Such content reflects your opinions and not those of Lochside Accounting. We do not pre-screen user-generated content but reserve the right to remove any that is offensive, defamatory, or in violation of these terms. By posting content, you warrant that:

• You have the legal right to post the content, including necessary licenses or consents.
• The content does not infringe on third-party intellectual property rights, such as copyrights or trademarks.
• The content is not defamatory, obscene, or invasive of privacy.
• The content does not promote commercial activities or unlawful conduct.

You grant Lochside Accounting a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your posted content in any format, including for promotional purposes on our website or social media.

Hyperlinking to Our Website

The following entities may link to our website without prior approval: government agencies, search engines, news organizations, and accredited businesses, provided the link is not deceptive, does not falsely imply endorsement, and aligns with the context of the linking site. Other entities, including consumer information sources, community sites, charities, online directories, internet portals, accounting firms, law firms, educational institutions, and trade associations, may request permission to link by emailing info@lochsideaccounting.com. Link requests should include your name, organization, contact information, your website URL, and the specific pages you intend to link to. We will evaluate requests based on:

• The link’s potential impact on our reputation.
• The requesting entity’s history with us.
• The relevance and integrity of the linking website.

Approved entities may link to our homepage or other pages using our name or URL but may not use our logo or artwork without a trademark license agreement. We will respond to link requests within 2-3 weeks.

iFrames

You may not embed our website within an iFrame on another site without our express written permission, as this may alter the visual presentation or functionality of our website.

Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for content appearing on websites linking to or from our site. You agree to indemnify us against any claims arising from content on your website. Links to our website must not originate from sites containing libelous, obscene, or unlawful material.

Privacy

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Reservation of Rights

We reserve the right to request the removal of any links to our website. You agree to promptly remove such links upon our request. We may amend these Terms and Conditions or our linking policy at any time, and continued use of our website constitutes agreement to the updated terms.

Link Removal

If you identify a link on our website that appears inappropriate, please notify us at info@lochsideaccounting.com. We will review such requests but are not obligated to remove links or respond directly.

Website Accuracy

While we endeavor to ensure the accuracy of information on our website, we do not guarantee its completeness or availability. We are not liable for any issues arising from reliance on free content or services provided through our website.

Services and Courses

Our services, including but not limited to bookkeeping, commission tracking, trust accounting, tax preparation, financial reporting, and QuickBooks training, are subject to these terms:

• Free QuickBooks Checkup: By enrolling, you grant us access to your QuickBooks Online account to assess your financial records. Your data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
• Free Mini Course: The QuickBooks mini course is provided for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not share, reproduce, or distribute course materials. Access is granted upon enrollment and may be revoked if the course is discontinued.
• Paid Master Course: The QuickBooks master course is for your personal use only and may not be shared or reproduced. Full payment is required prior to access, and refunds are subject to our discretion. Access remains active for the duration of the course offering.
• Client Services: Paid services, such as bookkeeping or tax preparation, are governed by separate client agreements detailing scope, fees, and deliverables. Timely payment is required, and client data will be protected as per our Privacy Policy.

SMS and Email Communications

By opting into our SMS or email communications, you may receive:

• Appointment or course reminders.
• Account or service updates.
• Promotional offers or financial tips, such as tax strategies or QuickBooks advice.
• Newsletters with industry insights.

Communication Details:

• Message frequency varies based on your engagement with our services.
• Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier’s plan.

Opt-Out Instructions:

• To stop receiving SMS messages, reply STOP to the sending number. You will receive a confirmation message and no further SMS communications.
• To stop receiving emails, click the UNSUBSCRIBE link in any email.

Support:

• For assistance, reply HELP to our SMS number or email info@lochsideaccounting.com.
• Additional resources are available at lochsideaccounting.com.

Contact Us

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

• Email: info@lochsideaccounting.com