1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to steppcommercial.com (the "Site"), operated by Stepp Commercial, a California-licensed commercial real estate brokerage (CA DRE License No. 02325250) with its principal office at 2850 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404.

By accessing, browsing, or using this Site — including submitting any form, requesting information, or engaging with any content — you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

If you are accessing this Site on behalf of a company, partnership, or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

2. Who May Use This Site

This Site is intended solely for adults aged 18 years or older. By using this Site, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• You are not prohibited by any applicable law from accessing or using this Site
• All information you submit is accurate, current, and complete

3. Permitted Use

Subject to these Terms, Stepp Commercial grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use this Site for personal, non-commercial informational purposes related to real estate investment, property research, and brokerage services.

You May:

• Browse property listings, market reports, and news articles
• Submit contact forms to request services or information
• Download publicly available market reports for personal use
• Share links to pages on this Site via social media or email

You May Not:

• Reproduce, distribute, publish, or sell any content from this Site without express written permission from Stepp Commercial
• Scrape, crawl, or use automated tools (bots, spiders, scripts) to extract data from this Site
• Use this Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law
• Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Transmit any unsolicited communications, spam, or chain messages through our contact forms
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any other harmful code to this Site
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of this Site or its servers
• Use content from this Site in competing brokerage marketing materials or aggregation services without written consent
• Frame or mirror any part of this Site without prior written authorization

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, articles, market reports, property descriptions, photographs, images, graphics, videos, logos, and data compilations — is owned by or licensed to Stepp Commercial and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

Trademarks

"Stepp Commercial," the Stepp Commercial logo, and related marks are trademarks of Stepp Commercial. You may not use any Stepp Commercial trademark without our express prior written consent.

Property Photographs

All property photographs are either owned by Stepp Commercial or licensed from their respective photographers. Reproduction or redistribution without the express written consent of the rights holder is strictly prohibited.

Market Reports & Research

Market reports and data published on this Site are proprietary research. You may share summaries with attribution to Stepp Commercial, but wholesale reproduction or republication is prohibited.

User-Submitted Content

If you submit any content through forms or email, you grant Stepp Commercial a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use and store that content solely for the purposes of responding to your inquiry or delivering our services. We will not share, sell, or use your submitted content for marketing without your consent.

5. Real Estate Information & Disclaimers

Property Listings

Property listing information is believed to be accurate at the time of publication but may change without notice. Property availability, pricing, and status are subject to change at any time. Stepp Commercial makes no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or currency of listing data.

Property Valuations

Any property value estimates provided through our "Get My Property Value" service are preliminary assessments based on available market data and are not formal appraisals. A formal Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) or appraisal by a licensed professional is required for legally binding valuations.

Market Reports & Investment Information

All market reports, cap rate data, and investment commentary are based on publicly available information and internal research. They do not constitute investment advice. Past performance of the real estate market or specific transactions is not indicative of future results.

Digital Image Disclosure (California AB 723)

In compliance with California Assembly Bill 723, effective January 1, 2026, any property photographs or virtual staging images that have been digitally altered are clearly labeled as such. We do not alter structural features, property boundaries, or surrounding views.

6. Advertising & Third-Party Services

This Site may display third-party advertisements or sponsored content. Stepp Commercial does not endorse and is not responsible for the content of any third-party advertisers. We use the following advertising and analytics platforms on this Site:

7. Third-Party Links & Embedded Content

This Site may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites or embedded content. These links are provided for your convenience only. Stepp Commercial does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party website or service. We are not responsible for any losses or damages arising from your use of third-party sites.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Stepp Commercial does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free; that any information on the Site is complete or accurate; that the Site is free of viruses or harmful code; or that results obtained from use of the Site will meet your requirements.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, STEPP COMMERCIAL AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND SERVICE PROVIDERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS SITE OR ITS CONTENT.

This limitation applies to damages arising from errors in Site content; unauthorized access to our servers; interruption of the Site; bugs or viruses; third-party conduct on or through the Site; reliance on property valuations or market data; or any real estate transaction or investment decision made based on information from this Site.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Stepp Commercial, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of or access to this Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.

11. Privacy

Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using this Site, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy, including the use of cookies, Meta Pixel, Google Analytics, and retargeting technologies.

12. California-Specific Disclosures

CA DRE License

Stepp Commercial operates under California Department of Real Estate Broker License No. 02325250, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code Division 4 (commencing with Section 10000).

Compensation Disclosure (AB 2992)

The amount or rate of real estate compensation is not fixed by law. It is set by each broker individually and may be negotiable between the parties. Any buyer-broker representation agreement will clearly specify compensation terms as required by California AB 2992, effective January 1, 2025.

Digital Advertising Disclosure (AB 723)

In compliance with California AB 723 (effective January 1, 2026), digitally altered property photographs or virtual staging images are clearly labeled. Original unedited versions are available upon request.

Non-Discrimination

Stepp Commercial complies fully with the Fair Housing Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and all applicable anti-discrimination laws. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, familial status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action arising out of these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] and attempt to resolve any dispute informally. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve disputes within 30 days.

To the extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

14. Modifications to Terms

Stepp Commercial reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of this Site after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Termination

Stepp Commercial reserves the right to terminate or restrict your access to this Site at any time, without notice, for any reason — including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site immediately ceases.

16. Accessibility

Stepp Commercial is committed to making our website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. If you experience any difficulty accessing our Site, please contact us at [email protected]. A full Accessibility Statement is available at https://steppcommercial.com/accessibility-statement/.

17. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or legal notices related to these Terms, contact us at [email protected]