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Effective Date:  May 6, 2026
Website: erin-dupree.com
Business: Higher Ground Business Solutions

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 1. Agreement to These Terms

By accessing or using erin-dupree.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

These Terms apply to all visitors, clients, and anyone who accesses or uses the Site or engages with the services offered through it.

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2. About the Business

This Site is owned and operated by Erin Dupree, doing business as Higher Ground Business Solutions, a web design and business consulting service. These Terms govern your use of the Site and any services you engage through it.

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3. Services

Higher Ground Business Solutions offers web design, business consulting, and related services to individuals and small businesses. Specific services, deliverables, timelines, and pricing are outlined in individual client agreements or proposals provided prior to engagement.

Nothing on this Site constitutes a binding offer or guarantee of services. All service engagements are confirmed through a separate written agreement or proposal accepted by both parties.

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 4. Virtual Coffee Chats

I offer free 20-minute virtual coffee chats as an opportunity to connect. These sessions are informal conversations and do not constitute professional consulting advice, a client relationship, or any commitment to services on either party's part.

Any advice or information shared during a virtual coffee chat is offered in good faith but without warranty. For formal consulting, a separate service agreement is required.

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5. Payments and Refunds

When you engage my services and payment is required:

- Payment terms are outlined in your individual service agreement or proposal.
- Payment processing is handled by a third-party processor (such as Stripe or PayPal). By completing a transaction, you also agree to their terms of service.
- Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis as outlined in your service agreement. If no refund terms are specified, please contact me directly to discuss.
- I reserve the right to pause or discontinue work if payment obligations are not met according to the agreed-upon schedule.

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6. Intellectual Property

 My Content
All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, images, and design — is owned by Erin Dupree / Higher Ground Business Solutions and protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use any Site content without my express written permission.

 Client Work
Ownership of work I create for clients is governed by the terms of your individual service agreement. Unless otherwise specified in writing, I retain the right to display completed work in my portfolio and use it for marketing purposes.

Your Content
By submitting content to me (such as materials, logos, or copy for use in your project), you represent that you own or have the right to use that content, and you grant me a limited license to use it solely for the purpose of delivering your services.

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7. Acceptable Use

When using this Site, you agree not to:

- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
- Submit false or misleading information through any form
- Attempt to interfere with the Site's functionality or security
- Copy, scrape, or reproduce Site content without permission
- Use the Site to harass, spam, or harm others

I reserve the right to refuse service or access to anyone who violates these Terms.

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 8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. I do not warrant that the Site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of harmful components. Information on the Site is provided for general purposes and may not apply to your specific situation.

Business and web design advice shared on this Site, in emails, or during consultations is based on my professional experience and is not a guarantee of specific outcomes.

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 9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Erin Dupree / Higher Ground Business Solutions shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this Site or the services provided, even if I have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

My total liability for any claim arising out of services rendered shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for those services.

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10. Third-Party Links and Tools

This Site may contain links to third-party websites or reference third-party tools. These are provided for your convenience only. I do not endorse or take responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party sites or services.

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11. Email Communications

By subscribing to my email list or requesting information through this Site, you consent to receiving email communications from me. You may unsubscribe at any time. For details on how I handle your data, please see my Privacy Policy.

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 12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which Higher Ground Business Solutions operates, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the applicable courts of that jurisdiction.

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13. Changes to These Terms

I may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be reflected by an updated effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

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 14. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out:

Erin DuPree
Higher Ground Business Solutions
📧 info@erin-dupree.com
🌐 erin-dupree.com