Terms of Service
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Bedford Market Intelligence platform (the "Service"). By creating an account or using the Service, you agree to these Terms.
1. The Service
Bedford provides aggregate market intelligence about the registered investment adviser (RIA) succession market, derived from publicly available regulatory filings. The Service is provided for informational and market-research purposes only.
2. Accounts
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity under your account. You agree to provide accurate information and to notify us promptly of any unauthorized use.
3. Acceptable use
- Do not use the Service to unlawfully target, harass, or solicit individuals.
- Do not attempt to circumvent authentication, rate limits, or access controls.
- Do not scrape, resell, or redistribute the underlying data except as expressly permitted.
- Do not use the Service in violation of applicable securities, privacy, or data-protection laws.
4. Data sources & accuracy
Data is compiled from public sources including SEC EDGAR, IAPD Form ADV filings, and related regulatory records. While we strive for accuracy, the Service is provided "as is" without warranty of completeness, timeliness, or fitness for a particular purpose.
5. No professional advice
Nothing in the Service constitutes investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. See our Disclaimer for details.
6. Intellectual property
The Service, including its scoring methodology, software, and presentation, is owned by Bedford and protected by applicable law. Public source data remains subject to its own terms and applicable regulations.
7. Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Bedford shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.
8. Changes
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
9. Contact
Questions about these Terms? Contact claytonhuck06@gmail.com.