Terms of Service
Last updated: January 27, 2025
Important Notice: FinanceAdvisers.co.nz is a lead generation service that connects users with qualified financial advisers. We do not provide financial advice directly and are not responsible for the advice or services provided by the advisers in our network.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using FinanceAdvisers.co.nz ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
2. Description of Service
FinanceAdvisers.co.nz is a lead generation platform that:
- Connects users with qualified, licensed financial advisers in New Zealand
- Provides information about different types of financial advisers and their services
- Facilitates initial contact between users and advisers
- Does not provide financial advice directly
3. User Responsibilities
As a user of our service, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information when submitting enquiries
- Use the service for legitimate financial advice enquiries only
- Not misuse or abuse the platform or its features
- Respect the privacy and professional boundaries of advisers
- Verify the credentials and licensing of any adviser before engaging their services
4. Adviser Network
We work with licensed financial advisers who are registered with the Financial Markets Authority (FMA). However:
- We do not employ these advisers directly
- We are not responsible for the quality, accuracy, or suitability of advice provided
- Users must verify adviser credentials independently
- Any contractual relationship is between the user and the adviser directly
5. No Financial Advice
FinanceAdvisers.co.nz does not provide financial advice. All content on our website is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as:
- Personal financial advice
- Investment recommendations
- Tax advice
- Legal advice
Always seek professional advice from qualified, licensed advisers for your specific financial situation.
6. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using our service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, FinanceAdvisers.co.nz shall not be liable for:
- Any financial losses resulting from advice received through our platform
- The quality, accuracy, or suitability of advice provided by advisers
- Any disputes between users and advisers
- Technical issues or service interruptions
- Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The service is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. We do not warrant that:
- The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
- All adviser information is current or accurate
- The service will meet your specific requirements
- Any particular adviser will be available or suitable for your needs
9. Intellectual Property
All content on FinanceAdvisers.co.nz, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of FinanceAdvisers.co.nz or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
10. Prohibited Uses
You may not use our service to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Transmit spam, unsolicited communications, or fraudulent content
- Impersonate another person or entity
- Interfere with or disrupt the service or servers
- Collect user information without consent
11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms of Service.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
13. Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.
14. Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining terms shall remain in full force and effect.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: legal@financeadvisers.co.nz
Address: [Company Address]
Phone: [Contact Number]
Reminder: Always verify the credentials of any financial adviser with the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) before engaging their services. Visit www.fma.govt.nz to check adviser registrations.