Privacy Policy

Introduction

Brandon Schmidt, a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Hallmark® Chay Realty, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how personal information is collected, used, and disclosed in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Canadian privacy laws.

Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information to better serve our clients and to facilitate real estate transactions. Personal information collected may include:

  • Name
  • Contact information (address, email address, phone number)
  • Financial information necessary for property transactions
  • Property details and preferences
  • Identity verification documentation

Use of Personal Information

Personal information is used for purposes such as:

  • Assisting with real estate sales and purchases
  • Communicating with clients regarding listings, offers, and transactions
  • Marketing properties and related services
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share your personal information with third parties in the following circumstances:

  • Other real estate agents, brokers, and boards
  • Service providers involved in property transactions (e.g., lawyers, home inspectors, mortgage brokers)
  • Governmental or regulatory bodies as required by law
  • When you have provided consent for such disclosure

Consent

By providing personal information to us, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice.

Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the identified purposes or as required by law. When personal information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or anonymized.

Protection of Personal Information

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification. Measures include:

  • Secure data storage systems
  • Restricted access to personal information
  • Employee training on privacy practices

Access to and Correction of Personal Information

You have the right to access your personal information held by us and to request corrections if necessary. Requests must be made in writing and may be subject to verification of identity.

Third-Party Websites

Our services may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect usage data. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective when posted. Continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, please contact us on our Contact page:

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