TERMS OF USE

Last Updated: April 2023

 Please read these Terms of Use carefully before continuing on with your use of the Services. By accessing and/or using the Services (including without limitation our websites and mobile applications) You are agreeing to these Terms of Use. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS, DO NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICES. By registering with or accessing the Service you are acknowledging and accepting these Terms of Use (these "Terms"). Capitalized terms are defined below.THESE TERMS OF USE CONTAIN A MANDATORY INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION AND CLASS ACTION/JURY TRIAL WAIVER PROVISION THAT REQUIRES THE USE OF ARBITRATION ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS TO RESOLVE DISPUTES, RATHER THAN JURY TRIALS OR CLASS ACTIONS. BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS OF USE AND THE ARBITRATION AND CLASS ACTION WAIVER PROVISION, YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO BRING A LAWSUIT IN COURT.Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC (“We”) fully support the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.Some words used in these Terms of Use have a specific definition. You can find these definitions at the end of these Terms of Use.

1. These Terms
This is a legally binding agreement. The terms "you" and "your" refer to an individual registering with or accessing the Service. You represent that you have the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform these Terms without the consent of any third party.We may, in our sole discretion, amend these Terms from time to time upon notice. Your continued use of the Service after any such change constitutes your acceptance of the amended Agreement. If you do not agree to any portion of these Terms at any time, you must cease your access and use of the Service.

2. Use of the ServiceA. Accounts
You may register, maintain, and create an Account for the Service. You are responsible and liable for all activities conducted in connection with your Account, for maintaining the security of your username and password, and for the accuracy of all information relating thereto, including contact, technical and payment information, and your login credentials. You will promptly (i) update any Account information when it changes, and (ii) notify us of any unauthorized use of your Account, including any security or data breach. You may only connect to the Service through your Account and in accordance with our access procedures. You will not allow an Account to be shared or used by more than one individual. By providing us with your email address you consent to us sending you Service-related notices. You must be eighteen (18) years of age or older to use the Service.

B. Service Rules
You will use the Service strictly in accordance with these Terms, all Documentation, the Privacy Policy, and Applicable Law. You will not engage in any of the following activities:

(i) use the Service in violation of any third-party license or agreement;

(ii) use the Service to collect, process, or store bank account information, credit or debit card information, personally identifiable information pertaining to children under 13, or health or medical information (including 'Protected Health Information' as defined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996);

(iii) sublicense, sell, transfer, assign, distribute, republish, rent, lease or transmit in any form or by any means any part of the Service;

(iv) use, modify, copy, or create derivative works from the Service or Marks without the applicable owner's written permission, including without limitation using automated or manual means to access Content from the Service;(v) frame, mirror, embed or otherwise incorporate any portion of the Service in any other service or product;(vi) scrape or use any automated means to collect data from the Service or any website;

(vii) reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service, or use or access any part of the Service in connection with any other product or service using features, functions or graphics similar to any part of the Service;

(viii) remove, obscure, or alter any Intellectual Property Rights notice related to any part of the Service or Marks;

(ix) send or store unsolicited, infringing, harassing, obscene, threatening, harmful, defamatory, or otherwise unlawful Content;

(x) facilitate the transmission or use of any: (a) malicious code (including malware, viruses, worms, and Trojan horses); (b) traps, time bombs, or other code with a latent ability to disable or cripple software or services; or (c) code that would allow any party to interfere with or access any of portion of the Service;

(xi) interfere with, disrupt, or overburden the integrity or performance of the Service, or interfere with any other use of the Service;

(xii) attempt or assist others to attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its related systems or networks; or(xiii) use the Service in any way not expressly authorized by these Terms.

C. Service Changes; Suspension
We may, without prior notice, change the Service, stop or suspend access to any or all of the Service,

or create usage limits for the Service. Your continued use of the Service after any change or limitation constitutes your acceptance thereof.

D. Monitoring; Records
We have the right, but not the obligation, to review and monitor your use of the Service at any time, with or without notice, including Communications, to ensure compliance with these Terms.

E. User Content and Behavior
Because we do not control Content, you acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible for any Content and we make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, currency, suitability, or quality of any Content. Your interactions with Users are solely between you and such Users and we are not responsible or liable with respect to any such interactions. If there is a dispute between you and any User, we are under no obligation to become involved. We reserve the right to change, condense or delete any content, information, or other materials on the Service (including your Content).

F. Your Representations You represent and warrant that you:

(i) are entitled to grant the rights and licenses to your Content under these Terms and none of your Content will infringe any party's Intellectual Property Rights or violate Applicable Law;


(ii) will not sublicense, sell, license, assign, or transfer to any party any information obtained through the Service or engage in any other commercial exploitation of the Service;

(iii) have the right and authority to enter into these Terms, and that by entering into or executing your obligations under these Terms, you will not be in breach or violation of the terms of any agreement with or obligation to any third party;


(iv) are a prospective purchaser or seller of real property in the geographic areas where we are licensed and operating with a bona fide interest in the purchase or sale of such real property;

(v) have not signed any agreement with a real estate broker or agent that would prevent you from using one of our offices as your sole and exclusive broker or agent, and you do not have a contract or agreement with any third party that would interfere with our representation of you;


(vi) will limit your search on the Service to properties within your anticipated purchase ability or price range and to the properties that meet your other criteria;

(vii) will not (a) contact the owner or seller of any property from information gained through the Service or (b) attempt to enter the property or speak with an owner or seller without an appointment set by us;

(viii) will abide by all copyright restrictions placed on the content of the Website including, but not limited to, any material or data compilations where we or others may hold the copyright;

(ix) agree that we may also represent other prospective buyers seeking to purchase properties that may meet your criteria;

(x) authorize us to review and provide copies of various documents in any of your transactions relating to the Service, including without limitation home inspection reports and closing papers;

G. Agent Users
Any User that holds any type of real-estate license, including, but not limited to a brokers, associate brokers or salespersons license other than Agents must immediately advise us before that User may access any password protected material including, without limitation, house listing data or other data compilations. We reserve the right to deny or terminate access to any real-estate agent who is not an Agent, except for the real-estate agent's limited purpose of accessing the Website for verifying compliance with MLS rules.

H. Property Data Restrictions
In addition to other restrictions herein, for the avoidance of doubt, all property data provided on the Service is for your personal, sole and private, non-commercial use and not available for redistribution, retransmission or copying. You may not sell or use such data for any purpose, other than the purpose of attempting to evaluate properties or properties for sale or purchase. You acknowledge that the MLS data on the Service is owned by the respective MLS, and you acknowledge the validity of the MLS's copyright to such data.

3. Licenses

A. License to You
Subject to these Terms, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-sublicenseable, nontransferable, limited

right, solely during the term of the Agreement, to access and use the Service solely for your non- commercial purposes related to searching for real estate for personal use.

B. License to Us
You grant to the us a non-exclusive, sublicensable, transferable, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, develop, transmit, distribute, modify, reproduce, publicly display, and create derivative works of any of your Content to provide, develop, maintain, support, and improve the Service and the Affiliated Entities services.

C. Maps
The Service may feature Microsoft Bing Maps and Google Maps. Use of Microsoft Bing Maps is subject to the Bing Maps Terms of Use and use of Google Maps is subject to the Google Maps Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Such services are not under the control of Affiliated Entities. Please review the terms of use or privacy policies of these services for rights and restrictions.

4. Ownership Rights

A. Our Ownership Rights
As between you and us, (i) we solely and exclusively own and will continue to own all right, title and interest in and to the Service and Marks; (ii) you will do nothing inconsistent with such ownership, including by challenging title or registering or attempting to register Marks or any similar trademarks; (iii) no title to or ownership in the Service or Marks, or any associated Intellectual Property Rights embodied therein, is transferred by implication to you under these Terms; and (iv) any use of Marks by you that is permitted under these Terms will inure to the benefit of and be on behalf of the applicable owner. You will promptly notify us of any use of the Service or Marks by any party that is not authorized by these Terms. If you provide us or any affiliate with Feedback, you assign to such entity all right, title and interest in and to such Feedback, including all Intellectual Property Rights therein, waiving all claims thereto, including claims of payment and credit.

B. Your Ownership Rights
As between you and us, and subject to Sections 3(B) and 4(A) above, you own all right, title and interest in and to your Content.

5. Data
You agree that the Affiliated Entities, including us, may collect, store, use, and distribute information in accordance with the Privacy Notice, including in respect of your information and data. You will comply with the Privacy Notice. Without limiting the rights contained in the Privacy Notice, You understand and agree that we may use both the data you input into as well as usage data (such as search criteria) to provide and improve our real estate services.

6. Compliance
We do not provide compliance services.You agree that the Service is provided for your convenience only, and not for purposes of enabling you to meet your obligations under Applicable Law and third-party agreements. You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with such obligations.

7. Payment
If any amounts are due hereunder, you will pay us in accordance with statements issued by us or otherwise as agreed within the Service. Pricing for any portion of the Service is subject to change upon our notice. Pricing excludes, and you will pay, all taxes, but neither party will pay income taxes of the other party. For any amount you fail to pay by its due date, we may charge you a late penalty on the amount overdue each day it is overdue until it is paid, equal to the lesser of (a) the maximum legally permissible interest rate, and (b) an interest rate of five percent (5%), which reflects the cost of our efforts to collect your payment. You will pay amounts through the means determined by us, including without limitation through a payment service provided by us or a PSP. If a PSP is used, you may also be required to register with the PSP, agree to the PSP's terms of service and privacy policies, and go through a vetting process at the request of the PSP. Please note we are not a party to the PSP's terms of service and privacy policies and we have no obligations or liability to you under any such terms or policies.

8. NO WARRANTIES
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY. USE OF THE SERVICE HEREUNDER IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE AFFILIATED ENTITIES DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY , FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON- INFRINGEMENT, AS WELL AS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING FROM COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, NO AFFILIATED ENTITY, INCLUDING US, AND EACH OF THEIR LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT ANY PORTION OF THE SERVICE, CONTENT THEREIN OR MLS FEED IS ACCURATE, RELIABLE OR CORRECT; THAT THE SERVICE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS OR COMPLY WITH LAWS APPLICABLE TO YOU; THAT ANY PORTION OF THE SERVICE WILL BE AVAILABLE AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME OR LOCATION, UNINTERRUPTED, BACKED UP, SECURE, OR FREE FROM BREACH OR INTERCEPTION OF DATA OR YOUR CONFIDENTIALITY INFORMATION; THAT ANY DEFECTS OR ERRORS WILL BE CORRECTED; OR THAT THE SERVICE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. ANY CONTENT DOWNLOADED OR OTHERWISE OBTAINED THROUGH THE SERVICE IS DOWNLOADED AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER US NOR ANY AFFILIATED ENTITY WARRANT, ENDORSE, GUARANTEE, OR ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY PRODUCT, SERVICE, LINK OR ADVERTISEMENT OFFERED BY ANY THIRD PARTY THROUGH THE SERVICE OR ANY LINKED WEBSITE OR SERVICE, AND NEITHER US NOR ANY AFFILIATED ENTITY WILL BE A PARTY TO OR IN ANY WAY MONITOR ANY TRANSACTION BETWEEN YOU AND ANY SUCH THIRD PARTY.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
IN NO EVENT WILL ANY AFFILIATED ENTITY, INCLUDING US, OR ANY OF THEIR EMPLOYEES, LICENSORS, CONSULTANTS, CONTRACTORS, OR DIRECTORS, BE LIABLE FOR COSTS OF PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS, LOSS OF REVENUES, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, ERRORS, OMISSIONS, MISCALCULATIONS, MISREPRESENTATIONS OF VALUE, OR FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY, OR OTHER DAMAGES. THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES WHETHER THE ALLEGED LIABILITY IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS, EVEN IF ANY AFFILIATED ENTITY, INCLUDING US, HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. THIS LIMITATION ON LIABILITY DOES NOT APPLY TO PERSONAL INJURY. OUR LIABILITY TO YOU FOR USE OF AND/OR ACCESSING THE SERVICES OR WEBSITES SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE GREATER OF THE FEES, IF ANY, YOU HAVE PAID FOR THE SERVICES OR TEN(10)DOLLARS. THEREFORE GOING LIMITATION OF LIABILITY WILL APPLY TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW IN THE APPLICABLE JURISDICTION.

10. Indemnification
You will indemnify, defend and hold us, including any Affiliated Entity, harmless from and against any and all Claims to the extent arising out of or in connection with your (i) breach of these Terms; (ii) conduct involving fraud, negligence, omissions, or willful misconduct; and (iii) misuse of the Content or any other misuse of the Service.

11. Third Parties
We may, in our sole discretion, (a) delegate or subcontract the performance of any portion of the Service to third party service providers, and (b) make available one or more Third Party Products to you in connection with the Service. Third-Party Products may be separately licensed to you by their respective providers. If you access a Third-Party Product from the Service, you do so at your own risk, and the User understands that these Terms and the Privacy Notice do not apply to your use of such sites. You expressly relieve us from any and all liability arising from your use of any Third-Party Product, and we make no representations or warranties of any kind in respect thereof. PLEASE ALSO VISIT THIRD PARTY WEBSITES TO REVIEW THEIR TERMS OF USE. ADDITIONALLY, THERE MAY BE LINKS TO THIRD PARTY SITES WHICH ARE NOT UNDER OUR CONTROL AND WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONTENTS OF ANY LINKED SITE.

12. Confidentiality
Recipient may use Disclosing Party's Confidential Information solely to perform Recipient's obligations or exercise its rights hereunder. Recipient will not knowingly disclose, or permit to be disclosed, Disclosing Party's Confidential Information to any third party without Disclosing Party's prior written consent, except that Recipient may disclose Disclosing Party's Confidential Information solely to Recipient's employees and/or subcontractors who have a need to know and who are bound in writing to keep such information confidential pursuant to confidentiality agreements containing nondisclosure obligations substantially similar to those in these Terms. Recipient agrees to exercise due care in protecting Disclosing Party's Confidential Information from unauthorized use and disclosure, and in any case will not use less than industry standard security measures and the degree of care a reasonable person would use. The foregoing will not apply to any information that: (i) is in the public domain through no fault of Recipient; (ii) was properly known to Recipient, without restriction, prior to disclosure by Disclosing Party; (iii) was properly disclosed to Recipient, without restriction, by another person with the legal authority to do so; (iv) Recipient independently develops without use of Disclosing Party's Confidential Information; (v) is expressly permitted to be disclosed pursuant to the terms of these Terms; or (vi) is required to be disclosed pursuant to a judicial or legislative order or proceeding; provided that, where possible, Recipient provides to Disclosing Party prior notice of the intended disclosure and an opportunity to respond or object thereto. Our Confidential Information includes these Terms, our pricing, our Intellectual Property Rights, and the Service. Notwithstanding the foregoing, our obligations under this section are subject to the disclaimers set forth in Section 8 above.

Our obligations with respect to your Confidential Information under these Terms are subject to the Privacy Notice. Please review our Privacy Notice.

13. Termination
These Terms will continue in full effect unless and until your Account or these Terms is terminated as described herein. We may terminate these Terms for convenience upon notice. Upon termination of the Agreement, the rights and licenses granted to you hereunder will immediately terminate. Upon termination of these Terms, you grant to us a non-exclusive, non-sublicenseable, non-transferable, irrevocable, and perpetual license to use the data and information collected by the Service under your Account during the term of these Terms, and to use such data and information in accordance with the Privacy Notice.

14. Third Party Beneficiary
You expressly acknowledge and agree that we have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as a third-party beneficiary thereof, and that we will have the full benefits of these Terms. These Terms do not and are not intended to confer any rights or remedies upon any person other than the parties and as otherwise expressly stated herein.

15. Assignment
These Terms, and any rights and licenses granted hereunder, may not be transferred or assigned by

you without our prior written consent, but may be assigned by us without restriction. Any attempted transfer or assignment in violation hereof will be nil and void.

16. General

A. Nature of Relationship
The relationship of the parties under these Terms will be that of independent contractors. Neither these Terms as a whole or any part of these Terms will render either party the agent, representative, servant, or employee of the other party. Neither party has the power, express or implied, to bind the other party in any manner or to make representations on behalf of the other party regarding any matter. Except as stated in the Agreement, we will in no way be restricted from using or commercializing all or any portion of the Service or performing or receiving any services from any third-party including services the same as or similar to the Service provided or received in connection with these Terms.

B. MODIFICATION
We may modify any of these terms and conditions at any time, in our sole discretion, by posting the updated Terms. The changes will become effective no sooner than 30 days after posting, please check the Terms from time to time for updates. YOUR CONTINUED USE OF AND/ACCESS OF THE SERVICES OR THE WEBSITES FOLLOWING A CHANGE WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANACE OF THE CHANGE.

C. AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE DISPUTES
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY - IT MAY SIGNIFICANTLY AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN COURT AND TO HAVE A JURY HEAR YOUR CLAIMS. ARBITRATION IS A WAIVER OF THE RIGHT TO BRING SUIT IN COURT.

THIS SECTION CONTAINS PROCEDURES FOR MANDATORY BINDING ARBITRATION AND A CLASS ACTION WAIVER. IF YOU ARE A U.S. RESIDENT, YOU ALSO AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING MANDATORY ARBITRATION PROVISIONS:

WE BOTH AGREE TO ARBITRATE:

You and all Affiliated Entities agree to resolve any claims relating to these Terms through final and binding arbitration, except that, to the extent you have in any manner violated or threatened to violate our intellectual property rights (for example, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or patent rights). Under such circumstances, any Affiliated Entities may bring a lawsuit solely for injunctive relief to stop unauthorized use or abuse of the Site, or intellectual property infringement (for example, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or patent rights) without first engaging in arbitration or the informal dispute resolution process described above.

WHAT IS ARBITRATION: Arbitration is more informal than a lawsuit in court and seeks to resolve disputes more quickly. Instead of a judge or a jury, the case will be decided by a neutral arbitrator who has the power to award the same damages and relief that a court can. Thus, you agree that you are waiving your right to sue or go to court to secure relief, and instead agree to the arbitration process as stated in this provision. If any provision of this arbitration agreement is found unenforceable, the unenforceable provision shall be severed, and the remaining arbitration terms shall be enforced.

ARBITRATION PROCEDURES: The Federal Arbitration Act governs the interpretation and enforcement of this dispute resolution provision. Arbitration shall be initiated through JAMS. Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be referred to and finally determined by arbitration in accordance with the JAMS Streamlined Arbitration Rules and Procedures.If there is a conflict between JAMS Rules and the rules set forth in this Agreement to Arbitrate, the rules set forth in this Agreement to Arbitrate will govern. The JAMS Rules and instructions for how to initiate an arbitration are available from JAMS at http://www.jamsadr.com or 1-800-352-5267. To initiate arbitration, you or we must do the following things:

• (1) Write a demand for Arbitration. The demand must include a description of the Claim and the amount of damages sought to be recovered. You can find a copy of a Demand for Arbitration at www.jamsadr.com.

• (2) Send three copies of the Demand for Arbitration, plus the appropriate filing fee to your local JAMS office.

• (3) Send one copy of the Demand for Arbitration to the other party.

Payment of all filing, administration and arbitrator fees will be governed by the JAMS Rules, except that for claims of less than $1,000, you will be obligated to pay $25 and we will pay all other administrative costs and fees. In addition, for claims of less than $1,000, we will reimburse you for the $25 fee if the arbitrator rules in your favor. Arbitration under this agreement shall be held in the United States county where you live or work, New Jersey, or any other location we mutually agree to, subject to New Jersey law. The arbitration may award on an individual basis the same damages and relief as a court (including injunctive relief). Any judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

AUTHORITY OF ARBITRATOR: The arbitrator will decide the rights and liabilities, if any, of you and us, and the dispute will not be consolidated with any other matters or joined with any other cases or parties. The arbitrator shall have the authority to grant motions dispositive of all or part of any claim. The arbitrator shall have the authority to award monetary damages and to grant any non-monetary remedy or relief available to an individual under applicable law, the Arbitration Rules, and the Terms. The arbitrator shall issue a written award and statement of decision describing the essential findings and conclusions on which the award is based, including the calculation of any damages awarded. The arbitrator has the same authority to award relief on an individual basis that a judge in a court of law would have. The award of the arbitrator is final and binding upon you and us. The arbitrator's decision may be entered as a judgment in a court of competent jurisdiction.

NO CLASS ACTIONS: You may only resolve disputes with us on an individual basis and may not bring a claim as a plaintiff or a class member in a class, consolidated, or representative action. Class arbitrations, class actions, private attorney general actions, and consolidation with other arbitrations are not allowed.

WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL: THE PARTIES HEREBY WAIVE THEIR CONSTITUTIONAL AND STATUTORY RIGHTS TO GO TO COURT AND HAVE A TRIAL IN FRONT OF A JUDGE OR A JURY, instead electing that all claims and disputes shall be resolved by arbitration. Arbitration procedures are typically more limited, more efficient and less costly than rules applicable in court and are subject to very limited review by a court. In the event any litigation should arise between you and the Affiliated Entities in any state or federal court in a suit to vacate or enforce an arbitration award or otherwise, BOTH PARTIES HEREBY WAIVE ALL RIGHTS TO A JURY TRIAL, instead electing that the dispute be resolved by a judge. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE BEEN ADVISED THAT YOU MAY CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY IN DECIDING TO ACCEPT THIS AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE.

 OPT-OUT OF AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE: You can decline this agreement to arbitrate by emailing us at [email protected] and providing the requested information as follows: (1)Your Name; (2) the URL of Terms of Use and Agreement to Arbitrate Disputes; (3) Your Address; (4) Your Phone Number; (5) and clear statement that you wish to opt out of this arbitration provision in the Terms of Use. The Opt-Out Notice must be emailed no later than 30 days after the date you first accept the Terms of Use by using the website.

Choice of Law/Forum Selection In any circumstances where the Agreement to Arbitrate Disputes permits the parties to litigate in court, these Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey, excluding its conflict of law rules. You further expressly consent and agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of a court of competent jurisdiction in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey or in state court in Morris County, New Jersey.

D. Notices

All notices and other communications to be given to any party hereunder will be sufficient for all purposes hereunder if in writing, properly addressed as set forth below in this section and delivered (a) by hand or courier (delivery of notice deemed to occur upon delivery), (b) if sent electronically on the date delivered to the authorized email address, (c) by overnight delivery service (delivery of notice deemed to occur upon delivery and written confirmation thereof by such service), (d) by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, with appropriate postage prepaid (delivery of notice deemed to occur upon signature of the receipt by the recipient), or (e) if from us to you, posted to your Account on the date posted. If to us, notices may be sent to [email protected]. If to you, your email and mailing address as identified in our records.

E. Headings; Interpretation
Section headings used in these Terms are used for convenience only and are not to be considered in construing or interpreting these Terms. As used herein, "including" means "including without limitation."

F. Severability
The provisions of the Terms are intended to be interpreted in a manner which makes them valid, legal, and enforceable. In the event any provision of the Terms is found to be partially or wholly invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such provision shall be modified or restricted to the extent and in the manner necessary to render it valid, legal, and enforceable. It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that such modification or restriction may be accomplished unilaterally by us, or alternatively, by disposition of an arbitrator or a court of law. If such provision cannot under any circumstances be so modified or restricted, it shall be excised from the Terms without affecting the validity, legality or enforceability of any of the remaining provisions.

G. Waiver
A waiver of any provision of these Terms must be made in writing to be effective, and our waiver of a

breach of any provision or right contained in these Terms will not constitute a continuing waiver or waive any subsequent breach or right.

H. Force Majeure
Except with respect to your payment obligations, neither party will be liable for failures or delays in the performance of its obligations hereunder due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including, in respect of the provision of the Service, failures or delays caused by our service providers, any act of God, sabotage or terrorist attacks, inclement weather, accidental damage, vandalism, failure or shortage or power supplies, flood, drought, lightning or fire, strike, lock-out, trade dispute or labor disturbance, or any act or omission of government or other competent authorities, including those related to communicable diseases, epidemics, pandemics or other dangers to public health.

I. Entire Agreement
These Terms, and documents incorporated herein, comprises the entire agreement between us and

you and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, discussions, or agreements, whether written or oral, between the parties regarding its subject matter.

J. Survival
Sections 1, 2(E), 2(F), 2(G), 2(I), 3(B), 4-17 will survive any termination or expiration of these Terms.

Definitions.

"Account" means the account provided by us that you to manage and access the Service."Affiliated Entities" means, collectively, us, and our parent, subsidiaries, affiliates, and, where applicable, our and their service providers and licensors.


• "Agent" means a real estate-broker, salesperson, agent, associate broker, or similar state licensed real-estate professional licensed with one of our franchisees."App" means a mobile application that may be provided as part of the Service."Applicable Law" means any statute, law, ordinance, rule, regulation, or requirement of a governmental entity that applies to a party or its business.


• "Claim" means, collectively, claims, costs, damages, losses, liabilities, Fines, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs).


• "Communications" means parts of the Service that includes electronic communications services, and document storage and management services, all as provided by us (or, at your selection, by a third party through a Third-Party Product) for your use.


• "Confidential Information" means any information that (i) a party ("Disclosing Party") discloses to the other party ("Recipient"), either directly or indirectly, in writing or orally or by inspection of tangible objects, and (ii) identified as confidential at the time of its disclosure or that should reasonably be understood to be confidential in nature.


• "Content" means any content, data or information provided by a party for inclusion in the Service or uploaded to, transmitted or submitted by a party through the Service, including Communications.


• "Documentation" means the technical and operational documentation made available to you by us regarding any portion of the Service."Feedback" means ideas, suggestions, or recommendations on the Service provided by you."Fine" means any and all fines, penalties, refunds, charges, debits, deductions, legal fees and costs incurred by or other sums payable to any party.


• "Intellectual Property Rights" means all patent rights, copyright rights, mask work rights, moral rights, rights of publicity, rights of privacy, trademark, trade dress and service mark rights, goodwill, trade secret rights, and other intellectual property rights as may now exist or hereafter come into existence, and all applications therefore and registrations, renewals and extensions thereof, under the laws of any state, country, territory, or other jurisdiction.


• "Marks" means an Affiliated Entity's proprietary trademarks, trade names, and service marks, including registrations and applications for registrations thereof and all renewals, modifications and extensions thereof."MLS Feed" means a local listing service ("MLS") feed(s) provided through the Service."Privacy Notice" means the Privacy Notice for a Website or App and other portions of the Service, as provided and modified by us from time to time in our discretion.

• "PSP" means a third-party payment service provider selected by us.

• "Service" means our hosted service (including Websites and Apps), software, Documentation, and any services made available to you by us hereunder, all as may be modified by us from time to time in our discretion.


• "Third Party Products" means the third-party applications and/or services, if any, which may be offered, made available or integrated by us to you for use as part of, or in connection with the Service.

"User" means users of the Service.

"We," "our," and "us" means Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.

"Website" means a website that may be provided by us as part of the Service.

"You" and "your" means the individual entering into these Terms with us.

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That is a fair question, especially if you are moving from another state and trying to understand the Phoenix area from a distance. You can look at listings all day, compare square footage, scroll through photos, and make a spreadsheet of prices, but none of that really answers the bigger question: Will Tempe feel like the right place for me to live?

For many relocation buyers, that matters more than getting the biggest house possible.

Tempe has a different feel from some of the newer suburban communities around the East Valley. It is more established, more connected to the rest of the Valley, and has a mix of older neighborhoods, condos, townhomes, single-family homes, student-oriented areas, quiet residential streets, and busy commercial corridors. You can be close to restaurants, parks, shopping, major roads, and Arizona State University, but you can also find pockets where the neighborhood feels surprisingly quiet once you turn off the main road.

And with a budget under $600,000, there are opportunities to buy in Tempe. The key is knowing what you are actually looking at and being realistic about what matters most to you.

If you are relocating, that last part is especially important.

You are not just buying a house. You are choosing where your everyday life is going to happen.


Start Here: Do Not Shop by the Listing Photos Alone

This is probably one of the biggest mistakes relocation buyers make.

When you are moving from another city or state, it is easy to let the listing photos become your entire impression of a neighborhood. A home looks bright and remodeled, the kitchen is beautiful, the backyard has a pool, and suddenly you are emotionally attached before you have even driven down the street.

Then you visit in person and realize the commute is wrong, the traffic is heavier than you expected, the surrounding homes are not what you pictured, or the neighborhood simply does not feel like somewhere you want to spend the next five or ten years.

Tempe is a good example of why you need to look beyond the house.

Two homes with similar prices can offer very different lifestyles depending on where they are located. One might put you minutes from restaurants, parks, and major employment centers, while another might give you a larger lot and a quieter street but require more driving for the things you do every week.

Neither is automatically better.

It depends on your life.

That is why I would start your Tempe home search by figuring out what you want your normal Tuesday and Saturday to look like, not just what you want the kitchen to look like.


What Can $600,000 Buy in Tempe?

A $600,000 budget gives you a reasonable range of possibilities in Tempe, but it does not mean every home under that price will look the same or offer the same value.

Depending on the neighborhood, property type, condition, size, lot, updates, and location, you may be looking at a single-family home, a townhouse, or a condo. You may find an older home that has been extensively remodeled, or you may come across a property that has good bones but needs some work.

This is where relocation buyers sometimes get caught off guard.

They see a price under $600,000 and assume they should be getting a certain size or level of finish because that is what they are used to seeing in their current market. Arizona is its own housing market, though, and Tempe is its own little piece of that market.

The better question is not, “How big of a house can I get for $600,000?”

It is, “What combination of location, property type, condition, and lifestyle gives me the best overall fit for $600,000?”

That change in perspective can make your search much easier.

For example, you might find that a smaller home in a location you love makes more sense than buying a larger home farther away simply because the square footage looks better on paper.

That becomes especially important in Tempe because location is one of the area's biggest advantages.


Location Is One of Tempe's Biggest Strengths

One reason Tempe continues to attract relocation buyers is that it can put you in a very convenient position within the Phoenix metropolitan area.

You are not isolated from the rest of the Valley. Depending on where you live, you can have access to major freeways and roads that connect you with Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Phoenix, and other surrounding areas.

That can be a huge advantage if you are relocating for work.

Maybe your job is in Scottsdale.

Maybe you work in downtown Phoenix.

Maybe you are commuting toward Chandler.

Maybe you work remotely but have family or friends scattered around the Valley.

Or maybe you simply do not want to spend your life sitting in traffic every time you want to go somewhere.

Tempe can make a lot of sense in those situations because it gives you a central location without requiring you to live in the middle of a major downtown environment.

Of course, your exact commute will depend heavily on where you work and where you buy. Tempe traffic can still be frustrating, and rush-hour conditions can change the experience of a commute considerably. That is why I always recommend that relocation buyers test their likely commute during the actual time they expect to be driving it.

A map showing a 20-minute drive at 11:00 on a Sunday does not tell you much about what that same trip feels like on a weekday morning.


What Is It Like to Live in Tempe?

This is where Tempe can be a really good fit for the right buyer.

The city has an established feel, and there is a lot happening around it. You have restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, entertainment, parks, trails, and plenty of places to get outside. There is also a younger energy in parts of the city because of Arizona State University, while other residential areas feel much more settled and quiet.

That variety is part of what makes Tempe interesting.

You do not have to be a college student to enjoy living there.

You might be a young professional who wants restaurants and entertainment nearby. You might be an empty nester who wants to downsize without giving up convenience. You might be relocating with a family and want a neighborhood where you can still have a yard while staying close to the rest of the Valley.

The important thing is to understand that Tempe does not have one single personality.

It changes from neighborhood to neighborhood.

Some areas feel busier. Some feel more residential. Some have older homes and mature landscaping. Others have newer townhomes and condos. That means you should spend some time driving around different parts of Tempe before deciding that you either love or dislike the city.

One of the easiest ways to get a feel for what life in Tempe is really like is to spend some time outside the homes you are touring. If you enjoy parks, walking, biking, or simply having places nearby where you can get outside, take some time to explore the parks and outdoor spaces around Tempe while you are getting familiar with different neighborhoods. It can give you a much better sense of whether the area fits the way you actually want to spend your weekends and free time.

That kind of firsthand experience can tell you much more than a listing description.


Should You Buy a Single-Family Home, Condo, or Townhouse?

With a $600,000 budget, you should keep an open mind about property type.

A lot of buyers automatically assume that a single-family home is the best choice, but that is not always true.

If you are relocating to Tempe and want a lower-maintenance lifestyle, a condo or townhouse might give you a better location or newer finishes without stretching your budget as far as you would have to for a detached home.

There is a tradeoff, though.

Condos and townhomes can come with HOA fees, rules, shared amenities, and less control over exterior maintenance. A single-family home may give you more privacy, a yard, and more freedom to make changes, but you will also be responsible for more of the maintenance yourself.

For buyers who are downsizing, simplifying, or moving out of a larger home after many years, choosing the right type of property deserves a little extra thought. Instead of focusing only on square footage, it makes more sense to look at how much maintenance you want, what kind of monthly costs you're comfortable with, and how you want to spend your time. If you're considering a condo or townhouse, taking a closer look at the differences between these two options for downsizing in Tempe can help you make a decision that fits your lifestyle before you get too far into your home search.

And if you are moving from a large suburban home into Tempe, do not underestimate how much your expectations may change once you start thinking about maintenance differently.


$600,000 Does Not Mean You Should Spend $600,000

This is something I would encourage every relocation buyer to think about before making an offer.

If your maximum budget is $600,000, that does not mean you need to shop exclusively at $575,000 to $600,000.

You still have closing costs, moving expenses, inspections, potential repairs, furnishings, and the unexpected expenses that come with owning a home. If the property has an older roof, aging HVAC equipment, outdated plumbing, or a backyard that needs work, those expenses can show up sooner than you expect.

And Arizona has its own set of ownership considerations.

Air conditioning is not something you want to ignore here. A home can look fantastic during a showing, but you also want to understand the age and condition of the HVAC system because keeping your home comfortable during the hottest months is a major part of owning property in the Valley.

The same goes for windows, insulation, roofing, pools, landscaping, and other features that can affect your monthly and annual costs.

A home that costs $590,000 and immediately needs $30,000 of work may not be a better deal than a $550,000 home that has already had the major systems updated.

This is why I would rather see a buyer find the right house at the right overall cost than simply spend every dollar available because the bank says they can.


Think About the Cost of Staying Put, Too

Relocation buyers sometimes focus so heavily on the purchase price that they forget to consider why they are moving in the first place.

Maybe your current house is too large.

Maybe your commute has become exhausting.

Maybe you want to be closer to family.

Maybe you are tired of maintaining a property that no longer fits your lifestyle.

Maybe your current city simply does not feel like home anymore.

Those things have value, even though they do not show up neatly on a mortgage calculator.

If you are thinking about moving because your current home no longer fits your family, it is worth looking beyond the monthly mortgage payment and considering what staying is really costing you. A home that feels too large, requires more maintenance than you want, or no longer works for your day-to-day life can become expensive in ways that are easy to overlook, so taking a closer look at the costs and tradeoffs of staying in a home that no longer fits your needs can help you decide whether moving makes more sense.

Buying a home is a financial decision, but it is also a life decision.

You want the numbers to work, but you also want your day-to-day life to work.


The Pros and Cons of Moving to Tempe

Tempe has plenty going for it, but it is not going to be the right fit for every relocation buyer.

That is okay.

The biggest advantage for many people is convenience. Tempe puts you close to a lot of what makes the Phoenix area attractive, and you can get a good mix of residential neighborhoods and city amenities without feeling like you are completely removed from the rest of the metro area.

There is also a lot to do. If you enjoy restaurants, outdoor activities, events, walking, biking, or having places to go without driving across the Valley every time, Tempe can be appealing.

The established neighborhoods can also be a plus for buyers who prefer mature surroundings over newer developments where everything still feels freshly built.

But there are tradeoffs.

Some homes are older, which means condition and maintenance can vary considerably. Traffic can be an issue, especially if your schedule requires commuting during busy times. Some parts of Tempe are much busier than others, and buyers who are looking for a quiet, highly uniform suburban environment may prefer a different East Valley community.

You also need to be comfortable with the Arizona climate.

The heat is real. Summer is not something you casually experience here and forget about. It affects your energy use, your outdoor routines, your landscaping decisions, and even the way you think about your home's shade and cooling systems.

If you are moving from a cooler climate, spend some time in Tempe during the hotter months if you can. You may love it, but it is better to understand the climate before making a long-term decision.

If you are still getting familiar with Tempe, it helps to look at both sides of the lifestyle before making a decision. Think about the things you may enjoy, such as the convenient location, restaurants, outdoor spaces, and established neighborhoods, while also considering the traffic, summer heat, and other adjustments that come with living in the area. Taking time to understand the advantages and potential drawbacks of living in Tempe can give you a much clearer idea of whether the city feels like the right fit for you.


What Relocation Buyers Should Look for in a Tempe Neighborhood

Once you know you want to consider Tempe, I would stop thinking about the city as one big search area.

Start narrowing it down by lifestyle.

If you want to walk to restaurants or spend your weekends exploring local businesses, your priorities may be very different from someone who wants a quiet street and a private backyard.

If you are commuting to another part of the Valley, the location of your home in relation to major roads may become one of your biggest priorities.

If you have children, you may be focused more heavily on neighborhood layout, parks, schools, and how easy it is to get around.

If you are downsizing, you may care more about low maintenance, storage, single-level living, and the monthly cost of ownership.

And if you work from home, a dedicated office and a quieter location might be more valuable to you than being five minutes closer to a shopping center.

There is no universal checklist.

Your house should support the way you actually live.


Be Careful With Homes That Look Like a Bargain

A lower-priced Tempe home can be a great opportunity, but you want to understand why it is priced lower before assuming you have found a deal.

Sometimes the answer is simple. The home needs cosmetic updating, the finishes are dated, or the seller wants to move quickly.

Other times, the issue may be more significant.

Maybe the roof is near the end of its useful life. Maybe the HVAC system is old. Maybe there are foundation concerns, drainage issues, outdated electrical components, or expensive improvements waiting around the corner.

This is where a good inspection matters.

It is also where having someone who knows the local market can help you put the property into context. A house that looks inexpensive compared with everything else you have seen may be priced appropriately because of its condition or location.

You do not want to discover that after closing.

At the same time, do not automatically reject a home because the kitchen is dated or the paint colors are not your style. Cosmetic problems can sometimes be much easier to solve than paying a premium for a fully remodeled house in a location you do not really love.

That is where having a clear list of “must have,” “nice to have,” and “I can change this later” becomes incredibly useful.


Is Tempe a Good Choice for a Relocation Buyer Under $600,000?

For many buyers, yes.

A budget under $600,000 can put Tempe on the table, especially if you are flexible about property type, size, age, and finishes.

The bigger advantage is that you are buying into a location that can make the rest of the Phoenix area more accessible. You can have a home base that puts you close to work, restaurants, outdoor recreation, shopping, entertainment, and neighboring cities.

But I would not choose Tempe simply because you found a home under $600,000.

Choose it because the lifestyle makes sense for you.

If you want a newer, larger suburban home with a very consistent neighborhood feel, there may be other areas in the East Valley that deserve a closer look.

If you want an established community with plenty of activity around you and a central location, Tempe becomes much more interesting.

That distinction matters.


A Better Way to Approach Your Tempe Home Search

If I were helping a relocation buyer start this process, I would encourage them to resist the urge to see twenty homes in three days.

Start with the neighborhoods.

Drive around.

Visit a park.

Grab coffee.

Try the commute.

Go out to dinner.

See what the area feels like on a weekday and then come back on a weekend.

You are trying to picture your life here, not just decide which kitchen has the nicest countertops.

Once you find a few areas that feel right, then start comparing homes.

That is when your $600,000 budget becomes much more useful because you are no longer trying to make an entire city fit your lifestyle. You are looking at a smaller group of neighborhoods and asking which property gives you the best combination of location, condition, space, and monthly cost.

That is a much easier decision to make.


Final Thoughts

So, is Tempe, AZ a good place to buy a home under $600,000?

For the right buyer, absolutely.

The city offers a lot of the things relocation buyers are usually looking for: a convenient location, established neighborhoods, access to restaurants and outdoor activities, and a central position within the Phoenix metropolitan area. Your budget can give you options, but you may need to make some choices about property type, size, condition, and neighborhood.

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Nancy Wittenberg

Nancy Wittenberg is a trusted REALTOR® serving Chandler, Gilbert, and the East Valley of Arizona. She helps buyers and sellers navigate the local housing market with clear guidance, honest advice, and strong advocacy. Her signature Buyer Care Plan™ walks clients step by step from the first consultation through closing and beyond, helping buyers feel confident and informed at every stage. For homeowners preparing to sell, Nancy acts as a Strategic Market Guide, helping sellers manage pricing strategy, buyer psychology, and negotiations that determine how a home sale actually unfolds. Nancy holds designations including GRI, ABR®, and SRS, reflecting her commitment to professional excellence and client advocacy in the East Valley real estate market. If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Chandler, Gilbert, or the East Valley, reach out to Nancy for a conversation, not a pitch.

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