PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Data: When you fill out a contact form, subscribe to our newsletter, or request a property appraisal, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you choose to provide.
b. Property Information: If you submit a listing or inquire about a property, we may collect details such as the address, property type, and transaction preferences.
c. Usage Data: We automatically collect data about your device and how you interact with our Site, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, referral source, and timestamps.
d. Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to personalize your experience, analyze trends, and secure our Site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function correctly.

2. How We Use Your Information

Respond to Inquiries: To contact you regarding your requests for property information, consultations, or services.
Provide Services: To facilitate property listings, valuations, showings, and real estate transactions.
Marketing & Newsletters: To send you updates, market reports, newsletters, and promotional offers (you may opt out at any time).
Improve Our Site: To analyze usage patterns and enhance Site functionality and user experience.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, enforce our terms, and defend our legal rights.

3. Information Sharing & Disclosure

Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third parties (e.g., MLS platforms, CRM providers, email service providers) solely to support our services.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal data if required by law or in response to valid legal processes (e.g., court orders).
Business Transfers: If our business is sold or merged, personal data may be transferred to the successor entity under the same privacy terms.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures (encryption, secure servers, access controls) to protect your information. However, no online system is completely impervious; please use strong passwords and secure networks.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have done so, please contact us to have it deleted.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@realestatebysteve.com.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy at any time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the change. Continued use of our Site constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.