Terms of Use

Effective Date: 07/31/2026
Last Updated: 07/31/2026

Mary K. Van Ness, Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist AARE (Andrew Arroyo Real Estate) 220 Davidson Ave, Suite 202i, Somerset, NJ [ZIP] Mary’s Phone: 732-207-7515 Brokerage Phone: 888-322-4368 Email: marsley@comcast.net

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website, services, or communications (“Services”), you agree to these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you disagree, discontinue use immediately.

2. Use of the Services

You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

Use the Services for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose.
Interfere with the operation of the Services or attempt unauthorized access.
Copy, distribute, or modify website content without prior written permission.

3. Real Estate & MLS Data

Our Services may include property listings and market data from Multiple Listing Service (MLS) sources and other third parties.

Accuracy Not Guaranteed: We strive for accuracy, but make no warranties regarding completeness, accuracy, or reliability of MLS or other property data.
Availability: Listings may be modified, withdrawn, or sold at any time without notice.
Licensing: Mary K. Van Ness is a licensed real estate professional in New Jersey (New Jersey Real Estate Commission License # 0165378G), affiliated with AARE (Andrew Arroyo Real Estate). Services include residential, estate, and probate real estate.

4. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Services accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities.

Standards: We aim to follow WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines.
Requests & Feedback: If you have difficulty accessing any part of our Services, contact us at marsley@comcast.net or 732-207-7515. We will make reasonable efforts to provide information in an accessible format.

5. Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, logos, images, and other content are the property of Mary K. Van Ness or licensed third parties, and are protected by U.S. and international intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

6. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Services may include links to third-party websites or tools. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those third parties.

7. No Legal, Financial, Tax, or Estate Advice

All content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, or estate-planning advice. Probate and estate transactions involve court processes and legal requirements: Mary K. Van Ness provides real estate brokerage services, not legal or fiduciary advice. Executors, administrators, and heirs should consult the estate’s attorney and, where applicable, the county Surrogate’s Court regarding legal and fiduciary matters. Consult licensed professionals before making any real estate, legal, financial, or tax decisions.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mary K. Van Ness and affiliates are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Services, including errors, omissions, interruptions, or data loss.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Mary K. Van Ness and her affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Services.

10. Consumer Notice & Complaints

Fees & Charges: We do not impose recurring charges for simply accessing our website. Any transaction-related costs will be disclosed before purchase or contract signing.
Complaints: Contact us at marsley@comcast.net or 732-207-7515 with questions or complaints.
New Jersey Real Estate Commission (Department of Banking and Insurance; regulates real estate licensees in New Jersey) 20 West State Street, PO Box 471, Trenton, NJ 08625-0471 Phone: 609-292-7272; Consumer Hotline: 1-800-446-7467 Website: nj.gov/dobi
New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs (Department of Law and Public Safety, Office of the Attorney General; general consumer complaints) 124 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ 07102 Phone: 1-800-242-5846 or 973-504-6200 Website: njconsumeraffairs.gov

11. New Jersey Privacy Rights

If you are a New Jersey resident, the New Jersey Data Privacy Act (NJDPA), N.J.S.A. 56:8-166.4 et seq., provides rights regarding your personal information, including:

The right to confirm whether we are processing your personal data and to access that data.
The right to correct inaccuracies in your personal data.
The right to request deletion of your personal data.
The right to obtain a copy of your personal data in a portable format.
The right to opt out of the sale of personal data, targeted advertising, and certain profiling (we do not sell personal data).

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information above. We honor recognized universal opt-out mechanisms (such as the Global Privacy Control) for opt-out requests. If we decline a request, you may appeal; if an appeal is denied, you may submit a complaint to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at njconsumeraffairs.gov. See our Privacy Policy for details and how to submit requests.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. If you access the Services from outside New Jersey, you are responsible for compliance with local laws.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Changes are effective upon posting to our website. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

14. Contact Us

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