Editorial Policy

How pages are made

SmartNewsHQ uses automated tools, including AI software, to help research topics and draft pages, calculators and checklists. We say so openly because readers deserve to know how content is produced.

Human review

A human editor, Steve Eichler, JD, reviews each page before it is marked as reviewed. Reviewed pages show “Reviewed by Steve Eichler, JD, Editor” and the review date. Pages that have not yet been reviewed show “By SmartNewsHQ Staff · Pending editor review.” We do not attach a person’s name to a page that person has not reviewed.

Fact-checking and sources

Facts are checked against the official and primary sources linked on each page, such as government agencies, official league or event sites, court or regulatory documents, and original reporting. Those sources are cited as references only. SmartNewsHQ is an independent publisher and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting for any government agency or organization we cite.

Corrections

If you find an error, email [email protected] with the page link and what needs correcting. We review every report, correct confirmed errors promptly, and update the page’s date. Significant corrections are noted on the page.

Independence

We do not accept payment for coverage, placement, rankings or favorable treatment. Advertising, where shown, is clearly labeled and separate from editorial content and does not influence what we publish.

Your privacy

Our calculators and checklists run in your browser. We do not ask for or collect personal information to use them. See our privacy policy.

Not professional advice

Our pages provide general information and estimates only and are not legal, medical, tax, or financial advice.