Payment Policy
Secure, transparent, and straightforward payment terms for purchases from Southern Tide Golf Carts.
1. Overview
Southern Tide Golf Carts accepts payment for golf carts, vehicles, accessories, parts, and other products or services using the payment methods made available at the time of purchase.
“`2. Accepted Payment Methods
Available payment methods may vary depending on the product, transaction amount, and purchase method. Payment options may include:
“`- Major credit and debit cards.
- Electronic payment methods offered through our approved payment providers.
- Other payment methods specifically approved by Southern Tide Golf Carts.
The payment options available to you will be displayed or communicated during the purchasing process.
“`3. Pricing and Charges
Product prices are displayed or quoted in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated.
“`The total amount due may include the product purchase price, applicable taxes, delivery or transportation charges, installation charges, accessories, or other fees disclosed before purchase.
Southern Tide Golf Carts reserves the right to correct pricing, typographical, inventory, or other listing errors. If an error affects a transaction, we will contact the customer before completing the order when reasonably possible.
“`4. Deposits and Vehicle Purchases
Golf carts and other vehicles may require a deposit or partial payment to reserve or begin processing a purchase.
“`Where a deposit is required, the applicable amount and payment terms will be communicated to the customer before payment is made.
A deposit does not automatically guarantee a vehicle reservation unless Southern Tide Golf Carts has confirmed the reservation in writing.
“`5. Payment Authorization
When you submit payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the selected payment method.
“`Payments may be subject to authorization, verification, fraud screening, or other security checks performed by Southern Tide Golf Carts or its payment service providers.
We may decline, delay, or cancel a transaction if payment cannot be authorized or if we reasonably suspect fraud, unauthorized activity, or other payment-related issues.
“`6. Credit and Debit Card Payments
Card transactions may be processed securely through third-party payment processors. Southern Tide Golf Carts may not have access to or store your complete card number.
“`Your card issuer may place an authorization hold or require additional verification. Any such authorization or hold is controlled by your financial institution or payment provider.
“`7. Financing
If financing is offered or made available through a third-party financing provider, the financing agreement is between the customer and the applicable financing provider.
“`Approval, interest rates, payment schedules, credit requirements, fees, and other financing terms are determined by the financing provider and are subject to its separate terms and conditions.
“`8. Payment Confirmation
After a successful payment, customers may receive a confirmation by email, phone, receipt, invoice, or another available method.
“`Customers should retain their payment confirmation and purchase documentation for their records.
“`9. Refunds and Payment Reversals
Approved refunds are handled in accordance with our Refund & Returns Policy.
“`When a refund is approved, it will generally be issued to the original payment method used for the transaction. Processing times may vary depending on the payment provider or financial institution.
“`10. Failed or Declined Payments
If a payment is declined, incomplete, reversed, or otherwise unsuccessful, Southern Tide Golf Carts may request an alternative payment method before processing or releasing the order.
“`We are not responsible for delays caused by a customer’s bank, card issuer, payment provider, or other third-party financial institution.
“`11. Fraud Prevention
Southern Tide Golf Carts takes reasonable steps to help prevent unauthorized transactions and fraudulent activity.
“`For certain high-value purchases, we may request additional information or verification before completing a transaction. This may include confirmation of billing information, identity, delivery information, or payment authorization.
“`12. Taxes
Applicable sales taxes and other legally required charges may be added to purchases based on the transaction, delivery location, and applicable law.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about payment, an invoice, a transaction, or available payment options, please contact Southern Tide Golf Carts.
“`21430 Termini San Luis Pass Road
West End / Sea Isle
Galveston, TX 77554
(409) 632-7568
14. Policy Updates
Southern Tide Golf Carts may update this Payment Policy from time to time to reflect changes in payment methods, business practices, services, or applicable requirements.
“`Last Updated: August 21, 2026
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