BUDDYBLAKE.COM

The Buddy Blake Real Estate Team at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage and all agents thereof (“Company,” “us,” “we,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), the CAN-SPAM Act, Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when interacting with our website at BuddyBlake.com (“Site”) and related services. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.

1. Scope of Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors (“Visitors,” “you,” or “your”) and authorized users (“Authorized Customers”) who engage with the Site and any associated services (collectively, “Services”). It covers personal information collected through the Site, email communications, mobile applications, or other online features. Please note that this policy does not apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked to or integrated with our Site.

2. Consent to Communications and Data Collection

By submitting your contact information, you provide express written consent to receive communications from us, which may include:

Auto-dialed calls, texts (including SMS/MMS), pre-recorded voice messages, or emails.

Marketing messages via email, text, or phone.

You understand that standard carrier rates may apply. Your consent to receive such communications is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services from us. If you are a resident of Canada, you also consent to the provisions outlined under CASL.

Opt-Out and Revocation of Consent

You can opt out of communications by:

Replying “STOP” to text messages.

Clicking “Unsubscribe” in marketing emails or replying with “Unsubscribe.”

We request that you opt out of phone calls by contacting us directly via phone or email.

We will make reasonable efforts to process your opt-out request promptly. After receiving your opt-out request, we may send a confirmation message.

3. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

Definition: PII refers to data that identifies, contacts, or locates an individual. This may include your name, address, phone number, email, and IP address. We do not collect PII without your knowledge, nor do we collect anonymous demographic data for marketing purposes.

Collection of Information:

Visitors: Basic profile information (e.g., IP address).

Authorized Customers: Name, contact details, and transactional information.

Third-Party Data Use:

Our trusted partners (e.g., lenders and insurers) may collect and process your information to deliver services. These third parties may use your data only for the purposes outlined in this policy. Data will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

4. Use and Sharing of Information

We use your information to:

Personalize your experience on the Site.

Fulfill service requests and respond to inquiries.

Send transactional communications (e.g., property alerts, account updates).

We do not sell your data for marketing purposes. Your data may be shared with:

Third-party service providers for operational purposes.

Law enforcement, when required by law or in response to legal processes.

Your information may be transferred to the new entity if our company is involved in a merger or sale.

5. Data Security and Retention

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access. While we try to safeguard your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and provide relevant services. Cookies may store preferences and help protect your account by ensuring security during login.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for use by individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that such information has been collected, we will promptly delete it.

8. California Privacy Rights

California residents have the right to request:

Access to personal information collected about them.

The right to opt out of data sharing with third parties.

To submit a privacy request, contact us by mail with “California Privacy Request” clearly labeled. We do not honor “Do Not Track” browser signals.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred and stored in the U.S. By using the Site, you consent to such data transfers.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

The laws of North Carolina govern this policy without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes not subject to arbitration shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts of Wilmington, North Carolina.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on the Site, and we will let you know of significant changes required by law.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please get in touch with us at:

The Buddy Blake Team

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

110 Dungannon Blvd, Suite 100

Wilmington, North Carolina 28403

Email: [email protected]

Last Updated: 10/22/2024

This policy ensures compliance with relevant regulations and protects your privacy and legal rights while using our Site.