Professional Business Valuation Services

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using GuideValue's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Services Description

GuideValue provides professional business valuation, financial consulting, and related advisory services. All valuations are estimates based on available information and professional analysis.

3. Professional Standards

Our services are provided in accordance with professional standards established by the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and other relevant professional organizations.

4. Limitations of Liability

GuideValue's liability is limited to the fees paid for services. We are not liable for consequential or indirect damages resulting from the use of our valuations or advice.

5. Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client information and business data provided during the valuation process.

6. Professional Advice Disclaimer

Our valuations are for informational purposes and should not replace consultation with qualified legal, tax, or financial advisors for specific situations.

7. Modification of Terms

GuideValue reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Last Updated: January 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you request a consultation, including your name, email address, phone number, and business information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide business valuation and consulting services
• Communicate with you about your requests and our services
• Improve our services and customer experience
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this policy or as required by law.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations, typically 7 years for business valuation records.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights.

7. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact us at [email protected]

Last Updated: January 2024

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy

1. Copyright Respect

GuideValue respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users to do the same. We will respond to clear notices of alleged copyright infringement.

2. Notice of Infringement

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our DMCA Agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing
• Contact information including address, phone number, and email
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement of accuracy made under penalty of perjury

3. DMCA Agent Contact

Send DMCA notices to:
DMCA Agent
GuideValue LLC
425 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Email: [email protected]

4. Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was removed by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with our DMCA Agent.

5. Repeat Infringers

GuideValue will terminate relationships with users who are repeat infringers when appropriate.

Last Updated: January 2024

General Data Protection Regulation Compliance

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Consent for marketing communications
• Contract performance for service delivery
• Legitimate interests for business operations
• Legal obligations for record keeping

2. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent

3. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (312) 555-0147

4. Data Transfers

We may transfer data outside the EU/EEA only with appropriate safeguards and legal basis as required by GDPR.

5. Data Breach Notification

We will notify relevant supervisory authorities and affected individuals of data breaches within required timeframes.

6. Privacy by Design

We implement privacy by design and by default in our systems and processes to ensure GDPR compliance.

7. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.

Last Updated: January 2024