Terms of use

Last Updated: May 2026
Website: www.pvm-invest.com

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the website www.pvm-invest.com (the “Site”), operated by Paul van Melis trading as PVM Invest, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”), our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms referenced herein.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between User and Paul van Melis / PVM Invest.

2. Description of Service

PVM Invest provides information and services related to:

  • Real estate brokerage (buying, selling, renting of properties in Spain)
  • New development promotions and off-plan property sales
  • Property investment advisory and market analysis
  • Legal and administrative support for property transactions (in collaboration with licensed professionals)
  • Property management referrals and related services

Important: The content on this Site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. All property transactions in Spain must be formalized before a Spanish Notary and registered in the Land Registry to be legally effective.

3. Eligibility

By using this Site, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age and have full legal capacity to enter into contracts under Spanish law.
  • You are not prohibited from accessing this Site under applicable laws (including international sanctions).
  • If accessing on behalf of a company or entity, you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

4. User Accounts and Registration

Certain features of the Site (e.g., property alerts, client portal, valuation requests) may require registration.

  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities under your account.
  • You must notify us immediately at info@pvm-invest.com of any unauthorized use of your account.
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts at our discretion, with or without notice.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

A. Our Content

All content on this Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, property listings, brochures, and the selection and arrangement thereof—is the exclusive property of PVM Invest or its licensors and is protected by Spanish and international intellectual property laws (Copyright Law, Trademark Law, EU Database Directive).

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our prior written consent.
  • Use any data mining, scraping, or automated extraction tools on the Site.
  • Remove copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices from any content.

B. User-Generated Content

If you submit content (e.g., inquiries, photos, testimonials), you grant PVM Invest a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display such content solely for the purpose of providing and promoting our services. You warrant that you own or have rights to any content you submit.

C. Trademarks

“PVM Invest”, the PVM Invest logo, and related marks are trademarks of Paul van Melis. Third-party trademarks appearing on the Site belong to their respective owners. Nothing herein grants a license to use any trademark without prior written authorization.

6. Property Listings and Information Accuracy

  • Property details (price, size, features, availability, photos, plans) are provided by sellers, developers, or public sources and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication. However, we do not guarantee completeness, accuracy, or currency of any listing.
  • Prices are indicative and subject to change without notice. Final prices, taxes (IVA/ITP, AJD), notary, registry, and legal fees must be confirmed in writing prior to signing any contract.
  • Floor plans, renderings, and virtual tours are illustrative and may not reflect exact finishes or dimensions.
  • We encourage all Users to conduct independent due diligence, including physical viewings, verification of titles, licenses, and community fees, and consultation with independent legal and tax advisors.

No agency relationship is created merely by browsing the Site or making an inquiry. A formal agency agreement must be signed in writing to establish representation.

7. Limitation of Liability

A. General Disclaimer

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, AND PROPERTY INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

B. Exclusion of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW (INCLUDING SPANISH CONSUMER LAW AND CIVIL CODE), PVM INVEST, PAUL VAN MELIS, AND OUR AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL) ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ANY CONTENT.
  • ERRORS, OMISSIONS, OR INACCURACIES IN PROPERTY LISTINGS OR MARKET DATA.
  • DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, OR FAILURES OF THE SITE DUE TO TECHNICAL ISSUES, FORCE MAJEURE, OR THIRD-PARTY ACTIONS.
  • ANY DECISIONS OR TRANSACTIONS ENTERED INTO BASED ON INFORMATION FROM THIS SITE.

C. Cap on Liability

OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF €100 (ONE HUNDRED EUROS).

Note: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages; in such cases, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless PVM Invest, Paul van Melis, and our employees, agents, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of:

  • Your use of the Site in violation of these Terms.
  • Your submission of content that infringes third-party rights.
  • Your conduct during property viewings, negotiations, or transactions.
  • Your violation of applicable laws or regulations.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., property portals, mortgage calculators, legal services, Google Maps). These links are provided for convenience only.

  • We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites.
  • Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk. We encourage you to review their terms and policies.
  • Inclusion of any link does not imply affiliation or sponsorship.

10. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of Spanish, EU, or international law.
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation.
  • Interfere with the Site’s security, functionality, or servers (e.g., hacking, DDoS, malware).
  • Use automated scripts, bots, or scrapers to extract data without prior written consent.
  • Post false, misleading, defamatory, or offensive content.
  • Attempt to reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software on the Site.
  • Use the Site to spam, phish, or harvest contact information of other Users.

Violation may result in immediate termination of access and legal action.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, in whole or in part, at any time, with or without cause or notice, particularly in cases of breach of these Terms.

Upon termination:

  • All licenses granted to you cease immediately.
  • You must cease all use of the Site and destroy any downloaded content.
  • Provisions that by their nature should survive (e.g., intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, governing law) shall remain in effect.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Spain, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of [Insert competent court location, e.g., Málaga, Alicante, or Madrid], Spain, unless mandatory consumer protection laws designate another forum.

For EU consumers: Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights under applicable consumer protection laws, including the right to bring claims in your country of residence.

13. Dispute Resolution

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, the parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes amicably through good-faith negotiations. If unresolved within 30 days, either party may propose mediation through the Spanish Arbitration Court for Consumer Affairs (Junta Arbitral de Consumo) or a mutually agreed mediator.

This clause does not prevent you from exercising your right to lodge a complaint with the Agencia Española de Protección de Datos (for data issues) or the Consumer Protection Authorities (for consumer matters).

14. Modifications to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. The “Last Updated” date will reflect changes.

  • Continued use of the Site after modifications constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
  • For material changes affecting your rights, we will provide reasonable notice via email or a prominent Site notice.
  • If you do not agree with revised Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site.

15. Severability and Waiver

  • Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable by a competent court, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
  • Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any supplementary written agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and PVM Invest regarding the Site and supersede all prior discussions, proposals, or representations.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:

Paul van Melis
Trading as: PVM Invest
📧 Email: info@pvm-invest.com
📞 Phone: +34 639 65 12 49
🌐 Website: www.pvm-invest.com
📬 Postal Address: C/Camelia 75 9-C 1º 29630 Benalmadena Costa (Malaga) Spain

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