Terms of Service & Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 24, 2025

1. Services Overview

SoilTaxPro provides soil analysis and agronomic consulting services related to IRS Section 180 soil nutrient deductions. We help landowners identify and document residual nutrients for tax deduction purposes.

2. Information Collection and Use

We typically collect customer information through:

• Forms on our website
• Phone conversations
• Email communications
• Site visits and soil sampling activities

This information is used solely to provide our soil analysis and tax consulting services to you.

3. Data Sharing

4. SMS/Text Messaging Program

5. Service Guarantee

We guarantee that if no residual nutrients are found in your soil, we'll refund the full cost of the Residual Fertility Report. This ensures zero risk to our customers—you either find tax-saving nutrients or get your money back.

6. Professional Disclaimer

7. Report Accuracy and Use

Our soil analysis reports are prepared using industry-standard testing methods and agronomic principles. These reports are designed to be audit-ready and defensible for IRS purposes. However, you are responsible for working with your tax professional to properly file and claim any deductions.

8. Payment Terms

Payment terms will be specified in your service agreement. Our money-back guarantee applies if no excess nutrients are found in your soil analysis.

9. Limitation of Liability

SoilTaxPro's liability is limited to the cost of the services provided. We are not responsible for any tax consequences, penalties, or other financial impacts resulting from the use of our reports. Always consult with qualified tax professionals.

10. Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide to us directly, including:

• Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, mailing address
• Property Information: Land location, acreage, purchase details, farming history
• Communication Records: Phone calls, emails, text messages, and form submissions
• Payment Information: Billing details for our services (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide soil analysis and agronomic consulting services
• Schedule and coordinate site visits and soil sampling
• Prepare and deliver Residual Fertility Reports
• Communicate with you about our services
• Process payments and maintain business records
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Information Sharing and Disclosure

The only exceptions to our no-sharing policy are:

• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers or others

Note: We do not consider payment processors or laboratory testing services as "external organizations" for data sharing purposes, as these are essential service providers operating under strict confidentiality agreements to fulfill our services to you.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

• Secure data storage and transmission
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection practices

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Residual Fertility Reports and related documentation are typically retained for at least 7 years to support potential IRS audits or inquiries.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review the personal information we have about you
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal and business requirements)
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for text messaging by replying STOP

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website usage. We do not use these technologies to collect personally identifiable information without your consent.

11. Changes to Terms and Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

12. Contact Information