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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective as of January 1, 2020

Updated on January 31, 2020

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Introduction

 

As a real estate professional serving Central Indiana, I Brenden am committed to protecting your privacy. This policy describes how I collect, use, and share the personal information you provide when you visit my website, use my services, or communicate with me.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

Personal Information I Collect

 

The type of information I collect depends on how you interact with me. The primary categories of information are:

 

1. Contact and Account Data (When you sign up or inquire)

 

This is information you voluntarily provide to me.

  • What I collect: Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. If you create an account to save searches, I collect your username and password.

  • How I use it: To contact you about your interest in buying, selling, or investing in real estate; to set up property showings; and to create and manage your account access to saved properties or searches on my site.

 

2. Real Estate Needs and Preferences (When you work with me)

 

This information is essential for providing tailored services.

  • What I collect: Property preferences (e.g., location, size, price range), financing information (e.g., pre-approval status), and other details relevant to your real estate transaction.

  • How I use it: To match you with appropriate properties, provide accurate advice, and fulfill my professional duties to you as a client.

 

3. Usage Data and Online Identifiers (When you browse the website)

 

This information is collected automatically through technology like cookies.

  • What I collect: Your IP address, web browser type, operating system, and data about the pages you visit on my site (e.g., time spent on a property listing).

  • How I use it: To diagnose website technical issues, measure the performance of my listings, and improve the overall user experience.

 

How I Use Cookies

 

My website uses small text files called cookies which are placed on your device when you visit.

  • Functionality: Cookies allow me to remember your saved searches, preferences, and login status so you don't have to re-enter information every time.

  • Analytics and Marketing: I use cookies to understand how visitors use the site and to deliver relevant real estate-related advertising to you on other websites (e.g., property listings in Central Indiana).

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect the functionality of the website.

 

Sharing Your Personal Information

 

I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. I only share your information with trusted partners and in specific, necessary circumstances:

Categories of RecipientsReason for Sharing

Real Estate Service ProvidersI share client information (like your name and preferences) with other professionals involved in a transaction, such as title companies, lenders, inspectors, and other cooperating agents, only as necessary to facilitate the purchase or sale of a property on your behalf.

Technology/CRM ProvidersYour data is stored and processed by secure Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and website hosting platforms that help me manage my client relationships and marketing efforts. They are obligated to protect your information.

Legal ComplianceI will disclose information to law enforcement, regulators, or government authorities if legally required to do so, or when I believe it is necessary to prevent fraud, protect my rights, or protect the safety of others.

Brokerage AffiliationAs a licensed agent, I share your information with my supervising Brokerage as required by Indiana real estate law for transaction oversight and compliance.

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Data Security and Retention

 

Security: I implement appropriate technical and administrative safeguards (like data encryption and access controls) to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, please remember that no transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Retention: I retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the business purposes outlined in this policy, and to comply with Indiana real estate laws and regulations which may require me to keep transaction records for a minimum period.

 

Your Choices and Rights

 

 

Access and Correction

 

You may request details of the personal information I hold about you and request that any inaccuracies be corrected. For account holders, you can often update your information directly in your account preferences.

 

Opting Out of Communications

 

You can opt out of receiving marketing emails from me by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the footer of any email. You may still receive necessary communications related to a transaction you are actively involved in.

 

Requesting Deletion

 

You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information. Please understand that I may be required by law or necessary business interests (e.g., maintaining transaction records for legal compliance) to retain certain information even after a deletion request.

To exercise your rights, please contact me using the contact information below.

 

Children's Privacy

 

My website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe I have collected information from a child under 13, please contact me immediately.

 

How to Contact Me

 

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a request regarding your personal information, please contact me directly:

This policy may be updated periodically. I encourage you to review it whenever you visit my site.

If you have any questions about the types of properties you are seeing on the site or how I use your information to help you buy or sell in Central Indiana, please don't hesitate to reach out!

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