Rules
Enter for a chance to win a 2 bed / 2 bath $250K condo or Cash equivalent. One winner. One drawing. “A condominium prize, as defined in the Promotion Schedule”, other 23 prizes. This is a sweepstakes sponsored by Mass Building and Housing LLC, designed with transparency and fairness at its core.
MASTER OFFICIAL RULES
MBAH COMMUNITY IMPACT SWEEPSTAKES FRAMEWORK
Effective Date: [2026.02.02]
Governs all Promotions that incorporate these Master Rules by reference.
IMPORTANT SUMMARY (non-binding; the full terms below control)
- Each eligible person may receive up to [3] entry(ies) per Promotion as defined in the Promotion Schedule.
- Entries are available via a AMOE Entry Method and via certain “Entries are available via an online entry method and an alternative method of entry, as described below.”
- All entries—regardless of method—have equal odds, while sweepstakes are still open. Limited entry available.
- Void where prohibited or restricted; certain states are excluded (see Promotion Schedule).
1) DEFINITIONS
- “Promotion” means a specific sweepstakes giveaway described in a Promotion Schedule.
- “Promotion Schedule” means the campaign-specific appendix that states dates, prizes, eligibility states, drawing date(s), entry limits, and Sponsor contact.
- “Sponsor” means the entity identified in the applicable Promotion Schedule.
- “Administrator” means any third party engaged by Sponsor to administer or audit the Promotion (if any).
- “AMOE Entry Method” means the AMOE method of entry described in Section 5.
2) SPONSOR; NO AFFILIATION
The Promotion is sponsored by the Sponsor identified in the Promotion Schedule. The Promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, X, TikTok, Google, Apple, or any automobile manufacturer, real estate brokerage, MLS, or lender.
3) ACCEPTANCE OF RULES; MANDATORY ASSENT
Participation is conditioned on entrants’ full and unconditional agreement to:
(a) these Master Official Rules; and
(b) the applicable Promotion Schedule; and
(c) Sponsor’s Privacy Policy (as referenced in the Promotion Schedule).
If you do not agree, do not enter.
Online Entry Assent (Clickwrap Required):
To complete any online entry (whether via AMOE Entry Method or Support Transaction entry issuance), you must check the “I agree” box presented at entry and affirmatively accept the Rules.
Mail Assent:
Any mailed AMOE Entry Method entry must include the required statement described in Section 5 confirming agreement to these Rules. Printing of the rules, signature, or acknowledgement of the rules.
4) ELIGIBILITY
Unless the Promotion Schedule states otherwise:
– Open to legal U.S. residents physically located in eligible states/territories at time of entry.
– Must be at least 18 years old at entry.
– Void in excluded jurisdictions listed in the Promotion Schedule and where prohibited or restricted by law.
– Employees, officers, directors, agents of Sponsor/Administrator and their immediate household family members are not eligible.
5) HOW TO ENTER
Entry limits are set in the Promotion Schedule. Any attempt to obtain more than the stated limit by using multiple emails, identities, devices, or automated methods is prohibited and will result in disqualification.
5A) Online Entry Method
5B) Alternative Method of Entry (AMOE)
– A Support Transaction is optional.
– A Support Transaction does not increase odds compared to the AMOE Entry Method.
– Support Transactions are not investments, do not provide ownership, and do not provide a right to profits or returns.
Each Promotion provides a AMOE method of entry.
To enter for AMOE, follow the exact instructions in the Promotion Schedule (mail-in and online AMOE form).
AMOE entries have the same odds as entries associated with Support Transactions.
6) ODDS
Odds depend on the number of eligible entries received for the Promotion.
7) PRIZES
Prize(s), approximate retail value (ARV), prize conditions, and any cash alternatives are stated in the Promotion Schedule and any applicable Prize Addendum.
Prizes are non-transferable except at Sponsor’s sole discretion.
Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value if a prize becomes unavailable, subject to applicable law.
8) WINNER SELECTION; DRAWING; VERIFICATION
Winners are selected by random drawing on the date(s) stated in the Promotion Schedule from all eligible entries received.
Potential winners must complete eligibility verification and sign required documents (including an affidavit of eligibility, liability release, and where lawful a publicity release) within [7] days of notice.
If a potential winner fails verification, fails to respond, or is ineligible, the prize is forfeited. Sponsor may select an alternate winner at his discretion.
9) WINNER NOTIFICATION
Notification method(s) are stated in the Promotion Schedule.
Sponsor is not responsible for missed communications due to spam filters, incorrect contact information, or changes in entrant contact info.
10) TAXES
Winners are solely responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes and any fees associated with prize acceptance/use. Sponsor may issue IRS Form 1099 as required by law.
11) PUBLICITY
To the maximum extent permitted by law, acceptance of a prize constitutes permission for Sponsor to use the winner’s name, likeness, voice, and city/state for promotional purposes without further compensation, unless prohibited by law.
12) GENERAL CONDITIONS; DISQUALIFICATION
Sponsor may disqualify any entrant who tampers with the entry process, violates these Rules, uses automation, or engages in deception or harassment.
Sponsor may suspend, modify, or cancel the Promotion if fraud, technical failures, or integrity issues compromise the Promotion’s fairness, and in such event may conduct the drawing from eligible entries received prior to the action taken, as permitted by law.
13) LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Sponsor and its agents are not responsible for:
– technical errors, interrupted communications, or platform outages;
– late/lost/damaged mail entries;
– unauthorized intervention or fraud.
14) LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
– entrants waive any claim for consequential, indirect, incidental, special, or punitive damages arising from the Promotion.
– if an entrant paid money solely for a Support Transaction and alleges a loss arising strictly from the Promotion entry component (not from the underlying goods/services provided in the Support Transaction), the entrant’s maximum recovery against Sponsor for that claim will not exceed the “Entry Value Amount” stated in the Promotion Schedule (which may be $0).
Nothing in these Rules limits any non-waivable statutory rights or government enforcement authority.
15) DISPUTE RESOLUTION; INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION; CLASS ACTION WAIVER
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY.
– Any dispute or claim relating in any way to the Promotion, these Rules, or any prize (a “Dispute”) shall be resolved by binding individual arbitration administered by [AAA/JAMS] under its consumer arbitration rules then in effect, except that either party may bring an individual claim in small claims court if eligible.
– YOU AND SPONSOR AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
– The arbitrator may award relief only in favor of the individual party seeking relief and only to the extent necessary to provide relief warranted by that party’s individual claim.
– If any portion of this arbitration/class-waiver section is found unenforceable, the remainder will be enforced to the fullest extent permitted, and any class/collective/representative action shall proceed only in a court of competent jurisdiction.
16) GOVERNING LAW; VENUE FOR NON-ARBITRABLE CLAIMS
Governing law and venue are stated in the Promotion Schedule (typically the Sponsor’s principal place of business), except where preempted by federal law.
17) WINNER LIST
Winner list availability and request instructions appear in the Promotion Schedule.
18) CONTACT
Sponsor contact details appear in the Promotion Schedule.
Why these clauses are structured this way is grounded in: (i) the need for clickwrap assent after browsewrap failures like Nguyen, and (ii) the pro-enforcement framework of arbitration/class waivers reflected in 9 U.S.C. § 2, Concepcion, and Epic Systems. [20]
Prize addenda for condos and cars with transfer, taxes, and cash alternatives
High-value prizes create “failure to award” and “bait-and-switch” risk. Several state statutes explicitly criminalize or penalize failure to distribute offered prizes and deceptive advertising surrounding promotions, which is why the prize addenda should be unusually specific about what is being transferred, costs, deadlines, and substitution rights. [21]
PRIZE ADDENDUM A — CONDOMINIUM PRIZE
Applies only if referenced in the applicable Promotion Schedule.
1) PRIZE DESCRIPTION
Winner will receive one (1) residential condominium unit located in [City/State], as specified in the Promotion Schedule (the “Property Prize”). ARV: stated in the Promotion Schedule.
2) CONDITION; AS-IS TRANSFER
The Property Prize is awarded “AS IS” and “WHERE IS,” with no warranties, express or implied, except as may be required by law. Sponsor makes no representations regarding condition, habitability, future value, or suitability for any purpose.
3) TITLE; CLOSING PROCESS; DEADLINES
The Property Prize will be conveyed by [warranty deed / quitclaim deed] or equivalent instrument customary in the jurisdiction, subject to standard title/closing procedures.
Sponsor will designate the closing agent/attorney.
Winner must complete verification and execute closing documents within [7] days of selection and must close within [14] days thereafter unless extended by Sponsor in writing.
4) COSTS AND ONGOING OBLIGATIONS
Unless the Promotion Schedule states otherwise, winner is responsible for:
– any federal/state/local taxes on the prize value;
– homeowner’s insurance effective at closing;
– HOA/condominium fees beginning on the date of closing;
– utilities and all costs after closing.
The Promotion Schedule must state whether Sponsor pays: (i) transfer taxes, (ii) recording fees, (iii) title insurance, (iv) escrow fees, and/or (v) a capped closing-cost contribution.
5) LIENS; FINANCING; OCCUPANCY
Sponsor will convey title AMOE of Sponsor-created liens.
Winner acknowledges that Sponsor is not providing mortgage financing. Any financing needed by winner is winner’s responsibility and must not delay required closing deadlines.
6) CASH ALTERNATIVE; SUBSTITUTION
Sponsor may, in its sole discretion, offer a cash alternative stated in the Promotion Schedule (“Cash Alternative”).
If offered, winner must elect the Cash Alternative within [7] days of notice. If winner does not timely elect, Sponsor may proceed with Property Prize transfer or treat winner as having elected the default option stated in the Promotion Schedule.
Sponsor may substitute a prize of equal or greater value if transfer becomes impracticable due to legal, title, or force majeure issues.
7) FAILURE TO COMPLETE CLOSING
If winner fails to complete required verification or closing steps by the deadlines, winner forfeits the prize and Sponsor may select an alternate winner.
PRIZE ADDENDUM B — MOTOR VEHICLE PRIZE (CAR GIVEAWAY)
Applies only if referenced in the applicable Promotion Schedule.
1) PRIZE DESCRIPTION
Winner will receive one (1) motor vehicle described in the Promotion Schedule (the “Vehicle Prize”) or, if stated, a cash alternative. ARV: stated in the Promotion Schedule. Vehicle may be new or used as stated.
2) TAXES, FEES, INSURANCE
Unless the Promotion Schedule states otherwise, winner is responsible for:
– all taxes on the prize value;
– title, registration, licensing fees;
– insurance before taking possession.
3) DELIVERY / PICKUP
Delivery method and location are stated in the Promotion Schedule. Winner must take delivery within 7] days of being declared a winner and completing verification.
4) CASH ALTERNATIVE; SUBSTITUTION
Sponsor may, in its sole discretion, substitute a vehicle of equal or greater value if supply constraints or other factors prevent delivery of the stated model.
If a cash alternative is offered, the amount and election process must be stated in the Promotion Schedule.
5) NO WARRANTIES BY SPONSOR
Any manufacturer warranty is provided only by the manufacturer.
Sponsor disclaims all warranties, except as required by law.
These addenda are intended to reduce disputes about “hidden costs,” “failure to award,” and “substitution abuse,” which are recurring themes in both statutory prohibitions and consumer-protection enforcement. [21]
How to operationalize “registration required = restricted”, Florida/New York (and possibly Rhode Island) excluded.
MBAH Community Impact Sweepstakes
Last Updated: 2026
Version: 2.0
Applies Universally To All Participating Platforms
1) BINDING AGREEMENT — MANDATORY ACCEPTANCE
Participation in this sweepstakes is strictly conditioned on full and unconditional acceptance of all terms contained in these Official Rules and Regulations (“Rules”).
By entering in any manner — paid or free — you affirmatively acknowledge and agree that:
- These Rules are mandatory and non-optional
- You have read and understood them
- You are legally bound by them
- You waive certain rights, including class actions, as described below
2) SPONSOR
The Sweepstakes is sponsored by:
MBAH LLC and affiliated entities
(collectively, the “Sponsor”)
This Sweepstakes is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Tesla, any automobile manufacturer, any MLS, any lender, any social media platform, or any government entity.
3) PURPOSE OF THE SWEEPSTAKES
- Expand access to housing education and opportunity
- Encourage long-term economic empowerment through education, employment, and homeownership
- Support community-based programs benefiting marginalized African and African-American communities
4) ELIGIBILITY
- Legal residents of the United States & Where permitted by law Digital Sweepstakes
- Age 18 or older at time of entry
Void where prohibited or restricted by law.
Jurisdictions requiring registration, bonding, or government filing are automatically excluded.
Employees, officers, directors, contractors, and immediate household members of the Sponsor are not eligible.
5) ENTRY METHODS
- SUPPORT-BASED PARTICIPATION (PRIMARY METHOD)
- Educational services
- Community programs
- Memberships
- Sponsorships
- Consulting or guidance services
- Support is voluntary
- Support does not increase odds
- Support is not an investment
- Support creates no ownership, equity, profit, or return rights
- Consulting or guidance services
- ALTERNATIVE FREE ENTRY METHOD (AMOE)
A free method of entry is available where required by law.
Details for free entry are provided upon request or described on the applicable platform.
AMOE entries receive the same odds as support-based entries.
(This method exists solely to comply with applicable law.)
6) ENTRY LIMITS
- One (1) entry per person per sweepstakes period
- Duplicate entries, automated entries, or attempts to circumvent limits result in disqualification
7) ODDS OF WINNING
8) PRIZES
- Residential condominium units (Boston or Baltimore)
- Motor vehicles or cash equivalents
- Other prizes as disclosed per promotion
Prize details, values, and conditions are disclosed on the applicable platform.
All prizes are awarded “AS IS” without warranty, except as required by law.
9) WINNER SELECTION & VERIFICATION
- Winners are selected by random drawing
- Drawings are conducted under documented procedures
- Winners must verify eligibility and execute required affidavits/releases
10) TAXES
Winners are solely responsible for all taxes, fees, insurance, registration, and reporting obligations.
Sponsor may issue IRS Form 1099 where required.
11) NO INVESTMENT — NO GUARANTEES
- Is not an investment
- Does not promise financial returns
- Does not confer ownership or equity
- Does not guarantee success, housing, or financial outcomes
12) LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
- Technical failures
- Lost or misdirected entries
- Acts beyond Sponsor’s reasonable control
13) LIMITATION OF REMEDIES (CRITICAL)
- Your sole and exclusive remedy for any claim related to the Sweepstakes is refund of the amount paid, if any
- You waive any right to seek:
- Consequential damages
- Punitive damages
- Lost profits
- Emotional distress damages
14) CLASS ACTION WAIVER
- Claims must be brought individually
- No class actions, collective actions, or representative actions
- No consolidation with claims of others
15) BINDING ARBITRATION
Any dispute shall be resolved by binding individual arbitration, except where prohibited by law.
Arbitration will be conducted under recognized arbitration rules at Sponsor’s election.