Better Balance Bookkeeping Terms and Conditions of Service
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1. Introduction
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1.1. These terms and conditions ("Terms") govern the provision of bookkeeping services ("Services") by Better Balance Bookkeeping ("the Company"), to you ("the Client").
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1.2. By engaging the Services of the Company, the Client agrees to be bound by these Terms.
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2. Scope of Services
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2.1. The Company shall provide bookkeeping services as agreed upon with the Client including, but not limited to: data entry, bank reconciliation, financial statement preparation and BAS lodgements.
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2.2. Any additional services required by the Client shall be subject to separate agreement and may incur additional fees.
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3. Payment Terms
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3.1. The Client shall pay the Company's fees as per the agreed-upon pricing structure, which may be hourly rates, fixed fees or as otherwise agreed.
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3.2. Invoices shall be issued by the Company monthly or upon completion of services, as agreed upon with the Client.
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3.3. Payment is due within 7 days of the date of the invoice. 3.3. Payment is due within 7 days of the date of the invoice. Late payments will incur $10 fee per month.
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4. Client Responsibilities
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4.1. The Client shall provide all necessary documentation and information required for the provision of the Services in a timely manner.
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4.2. The Client acknowledges that the accuracy and completeness of the information provided to the Company are essential for the effective provision of Services.
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5. Confidentiality
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5.1. The Company shall maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by the Client, including financial data and business records.
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5.2. The Client acknowledges that the Company may engage subcontractors or third-party service providers in the provision of Services and consents to the sharing of relevant information with such parties.
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6. Intellectual Property
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6.1. Any documents, reports or other materials created by the Company in the course of providing the Services shall remain the intellectual property of the Company.
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6.2. The Client is granted a non-exclusive license to use such materials solely for their internal business purposes.
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7. Limitation of Liability
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7.1. To the extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage suffered by the Client arising from or in connection with the provision of Services.
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7.2. The Client agrees to indemnify the Company against any claims, liabilities, costs, or expenses incurred as a result of the Client's breach of these Terms or any negligent act or omission.
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8. Termination
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8.1. Either party may terminate the agreement by providing 30 days' written notice to the other party.
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8.2. In the event of termination, the Client shall pay for any Services provided up to the date of termination.
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9. Dispute Resolution
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9.1. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved through good-faith negotiations between the parties.
9.2. If a dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, the parties agree to submit to mediation.
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10. Governing Law
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10.1. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [specified jurisdiction] and the parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of that jurisdiction.
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11. Amendments
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11.1. The Company reserves the right to amend these Terms from time to time. Any amendments shall be notified to the Client in writing and shall be effective [number] days from the date of notification.
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12. Miscellaneous
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12.1. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether oral or written.
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12.2. No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a waiver of any other provision or of the Company's right to enforce such provision.