Terms and Conditions

 Effective Date: August 30, 2025

Welcome to Start Smart Consulting (“SSC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website [www.start-smartconsulting.com] (the “Site”), purchasing services, or downloading digital products, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. Use of Website

• You agree to use our Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
   
• You must be at least 18 years old to access our services or purchase products.
   

2. Services

• SSC provides boutique consulting services including entity formation, certifications, compliance filings, strategy intensives, and related advisory services.
   
• Our consulting services are delivered on a project or package basis. Specific scope, deliverables, and fees will be outlined in client agreements or invoices.
   
• SSC is not a law firm or accounting firm. We do not provide legal or tax advice. We recommend consulting with an attorney or CPA for those matters.
   

3. Digital Products

• Digital products (e.g., templates, toolkits, guides) are provided “as is” for informational purposes only.
   
• Purchases are non-refundable due to the digital nature of the products.
   
• You may not share, resell, or distribute our digital products without prior written consent.
   

4. Payments & Refunds

• All fees are due at the time of booking or purchase unless otherwise stated in a written agreement.
   
• Payments are processed securely through trusted third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, vcita).
   
• Consulting services may have specific refund or cancellation policies, which will be outlined in client contracts.
   

5. Scheduling & Cancellations

• Clients are responsible for scheduling appointments using our booking system.
   
• Cancellations or reschedules must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Late cancellations may be subject to fees.
   

6. Intellectual Property

• All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, templates, and digital products, is the property of SSC and protected by copyright.
   
• You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without written permission.
   

7. Limitation of Liability

• SSC will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our services, products, or Site.
   
• We do not guarantee specific business outcomes; our role is to provide guidance, tools, and strategies.
   

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SSC, its owners, and contractors from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your use of our services, products, or Site.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those external sites.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois (or your state of incorporation), without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Changes to Terms

SSC may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, contact us at:

Start Smart Consulting
Email: support@start-smartconsulting.com
Website: www.start-smartconsulting.com