1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to RetirementProperty.co.za (“the Website”).
RetirementProperty.co.za is a digital platform owned and operated by Urban Limits Real Estate (Pty) Ltd (“RetirementProperty”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).
The Website provides information and marketing services relating to:
- Retirement villages
- Retirement homes
- Life-right developments
- Retirement properties for sale
- Retirement properties to rent
- Assisted living facilities
- Frail care facilities
- Memory care facilities
- Service providers to retirees
- Employment opportunities for retirees
- Industry-related content and resources
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.
2. DEFINITIONS
For purposes of these Terms and Conditions:
“Website” means RetirementProperty.co.za and all related mobile applications, services and digital platforms.
“User” means any person who accesses, browses or uses the Website.
“Advertiser” means any retirement village, estate agency, property owner, service provider, care facility, organisation or other party listing information on the Website.
“Content” includes text, images, videos, floor plans, pricing information, articles, graphics, logos, data and other material appearing on the Website.
“Listing” means any property, village, care facility, service provider or other advertisement displayed on the Website.
“Community Listing” means any property, village, care facility, service provider or other advertisement displayed on the Website that is gathered from publicly available information and is published on a non-subscription, unsolicited and non-consensual basis. This category of listing is displayed as a “ Community Listing “ and may lack integrity of, or updated information.
“Lite Listing” means any property, village, care facility, service provider or other advertisement displayed on the Website and which has been published through Channel Managers that Estate Agents and Agencies generally subscribe to as a listing platform. This category of listing is displayed as a “ Lite Listing “ and may lack integrity of, updated or complete information based on the Channel Managers ability to provide relevant information.
3. NATURE OF THE WEBSITE
RetirementProperty.co.za acts solely as an advertising, directory, information and marketing platform.
We are not:
- A retirement village operator
- A healthcare provider
- A medical advisor
- A financial advisor
- A legal advisor
- A conveyancer
- A property valuer
- A care assessment provider
- A party to any transaction concluded between users and advertisers
Any transaction entered into between a user and a retirement village, care facility, service provider, estate agency, property owner or third party is concluded entirely at the user’s own risk.
4. INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY
The information provided on the Website is intended for general informational purposes only.
While we strive to ensure accuracy, we do not warrant that:
- Listings are complete;
- Listings are current;
- Pricing is accurate;
- Availability is accurate;
- Facilities described are available;
- Care services are accurately represented;
- Medical or healthcare information is complete;
- Retirement village rules remain unchanged.
Users should independently verify all information before making decisions or entering into agreements. NOTE: some information is gathered from publicly available information and is published on a non-subscription, unsolicited and non-consensual basis. This category of listing is displayed as a “ Community Listing “ and may lack integrity of or updated information. Where possible RetirementProperty.co.za has notified the respective party that the listing has been published and invited the party to engage in respect of the integrity of the listing or removal thereof.
5. NO MEDICAL, LEGAL OR FINANCIAL ADVICE
Nothing published on the Website constitutes:
- Medical advice;
- Healthcare advice;
- Legal advice;
- Tax advice;
- Estate planning advice;
- Financial advice;
- Investment advice.
Users should obtain professional advice from suitably qualified professionals before making retirement, healthcare, accommodation or financial decisions.
6. LIFE RIGHTS AND RETIREMENT PRODUCTS DISCLAIMER
The Website may contain information relating to:
- Life Rights
- Sectional Title ownership
- Share Block schemes
- Rental arrangements
- Assisted living packages
- Frail care accommodation
Such information is provided as a general guide only.
RetirementProperty.co.za does not warrant the legal structure, financial viability or contractual terms of any retirement offering.
Users are encouraged to obtain independent legal and financial advice before entering into any retirement accommodation agreement.
7. USER OBLIGATIONS
Users may not:
- Use the Website unlawfully;
- Submit false information;
- Impersonate another person;
- Upload malicious software;
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to Website systems;
- Copy or scrape Website data;
- Use bots, spiders or automated software without written permission;
- Interfere with the operation of the Website.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access where these provisions are breached. We reserve the right to collect user data and information for communication, marketing and business development purposes.
8. LISTINGS AND ADVERTISEMENTS
All listings are submitted by advertisers or their authorised representatives. “Community Listings” are compiled from publicly available information and “Lite Listings” are submitted through Channel Managers and their subscriber base.
- Does not create listing content;
- Does not guarantee listing accuracy;
- Does not verify ownership of every property;
- Does not guarantee availability;
- Does not guarantee pricing;
- Does not endorse any advertiser.
Users must independently verify all information before relying upon it.
9. SERVICE PROVIDER DIRECTORY
The Website may include directories of:
- Healthcare providers
- Home care providers
- Retirement consultants
- Financial professionals
- Contractors
- Lifestyle service providers
- Or any other publicly available directories
Inclusion on the Website does not constitute endorsement, recommendation or certification.
Users engage with service providers entirely at their own risk.
10. JOBS AND EMPLOYMENT SECTION
Any employment opportunities displayed on the Website are provided by third parties.
- Does not verify employers;
- Does not guarantee employment opportunities;
- Is not responsible for recruitment processes;
- Is not responsible for employment contracts.
Applicants should conduct their own due diligence before accepting employment offers.
11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All Website content, including:
- Logos
- Branding
- Graphics
- Articles
- Databases
- Website design
- Software
- Marketing material
remains the property of RetirementProperty.co.za or its licensors.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed or commercially exploited without prior written consent.
12. USER SUBMISSIONS
Where users submit:
- Reviews
- Enquiries
- Testimonials
- Comments
- Photographs
- Listing information
the user warrants that they possess all necessary rights to submit such content.
Users grant RetirementProperty.co.za a worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, publish, reproduce and display such content.
13. PRIVACY
The collection and processing of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.
By using the Website, users consent to such collection and processing in accordance with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
14. COOKIES
The Website may utilise cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve user experience;
- Analyse Website traffic;
- Remember user preferences;
- Deliver relevant content.
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, although certain Website functionality may be affected.
15. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
The Website may contain links to external websites.
RetirementProperty.co.za has no control over such websites and accepts no responsibility for:
- Their content;
- Their privacy practices;
- Their services;
- Their availability.
Accessing third-party websites is entirely at the user’s own risk.
16. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
RetirementProperty.co.za makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:
- Website availability;
- Accuracy of content;
- Reliability of listings;
- Fitness for a particular purpose;
- Freedom from viruses or malicious code.
17. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by South African law, RetirementProperty.co.za, its directors, employees, contractors and affiliates shall not be liable for any:
- Direct damages;
- Indirect damages;
- Consequential damages;
- Special damages;
- Loss of profits;
- Loss of opportunity;
- Personal injury claims;
- Medical outcomes;
- Financial losses;
arising from:
- Use of the Website;
- Reliance on Website content;
- Transactions with advertisers;
- Retirement accommodation decisions;
- Care facility decisions;
- Service provider engagements.
18. INDEMNITY
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless RetirementProperty.co.za, Urban Limits Real Estate (Pty) Ltd, its directors, employees and contractors from any claims, damages, losses or costs arising from:
- Breach of these Terms;
- Misuse of the Website;
- Violation of applicable laws;
- User-submitted content.
19. MODIFICATION OF TERMS
We reserve the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time.
Updated versions will be published on the Website and become effective upon publication.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms.
20. TERMINATION
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict or terminate access to the Website without notice where a user breaches these Terms and Conditions.
21. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
22. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Any dispute arising from these Terms and Conditions shall first be referred to our Resolution Centre and thereafter Mediation.
Should mediation fail, the dispute shall be resolved by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA).
The arbitration shall take place in South Africa and be conducted in English.
23. CONTACT DETAILS
A Division of Urban Limits Real Estate (Pty) Ltd
Website: www.retirementproperty.co.za
Email: info@retirementproperty.co.za
Telephone: +2768 933 9571
24. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between RetirementProperty.co.za and users relating to use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.