Terms of Service

Last updated: March 12, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the website operated by I Keep The Books, LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), located at ikeepthebooks.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Site.

2. Description of Services

I Keep The Books, LLC provides professional bookkeeping services to small businesses. Our services include but are not limited to:

  • Bank and credit card reconciliation
  • Transaction categorization and data entry
  • Accounts payable and receivable management
  • Financial reporting (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
  • Payroll processing
  • Tax preparation support and CPA coordination

The specific services provided to each client are defined in a separate Service Agreement between the Company and the client.

3. Use of the Website

This Site is provided for informational purposes, to facilitate contact with our business, and to allow prospective and current clients to learn about our services and request consultations. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Site by, any third party.

4. Contact Form and Communications

When you submit information through our contact form or other communication channels on the Site, you represent that the information you provide is accurate and complete. We will use the information you provide solely to respond to your inquiry and, if applicable, to provide bookkeeping services as agreed upon in a separate Service Agreement.

Submitting an inquiry through the Site does not create a client relationship. A client relationship is established only upon execution of a written Service Agreement.

5. Pricing and Payment

Pricing information displayed on the Site, including the pricing calculator, is provided for estimation purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer. Actual service fees are determined through individual consultation and documented in a Service Agreement.

Payment terms, including due dates, accepted methods, and late fee policies, are specified in the Service Agreement and on individual invoices.

6. Client Testimonials and Reviews

Testimonials and reviews displayed on the Site are submitted by actual clients. We may edit testimonials for clarity or length but do not alter their substance. Submission of a testimonial grants the Company a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display the testimonial on the Site and in marketing materials.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of I Keep The Books, LLC or its content suppliers and is protected by United States copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without prior written consent.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

The information on this Site does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. We are bookkeepers, not accountants, tax advisors, or attorneys. Clients requiring accounting, tax, or legal advice should consult with appropriately licensed professionals.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Montana law, I Keep The Books, LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of or inability to use the Site. Our total liability for any claim arising from or related to the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless I Keep The Books, LLC, its owner, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

11. Confidentiality

We take client confidentiality seriously. All client financial information is kept strictly confidential as outlined in the Confidentiality Agreement executed with each client. Our confidentiality obligations are detailed in the Service Agreement and survive termination of services.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Montana, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of the State of Montana.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

I Keep The Books, LLC
Forest Grove, Montana
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