Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 05/23/2025

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1. Introduction & Scope

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Brendan Ecker Realty (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website, services, forms, communications, advertisements, or other related services (collectively, the “Services”).

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This Privacy Policy applies to BrendanEckerRealty.com and related services operated by Brendan Ecker, an independently contracted real estate professional affiliated with eXp Realty®.

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While we strive to align with eXp Realty® corporate privacy and compliance standards, this Privacy Policy governs the independent operation of BrendanEckerRealty.com and related marketing activities, and not the broader eXp Realty® corporate websites or systems.

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2. Information We Collect

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2.1 Information You Provide

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We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Property preferences and search criteria

• Real estate buying, selling, leasing, or investment interests

• Budget, financing, and timeline information

• Information submitted through forms, inquiries, consultations, or sponsorship requests

• Communications you send via email, SMS, phone, or website forms

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2.2 Automatically Collected Information

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When you use our website, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Operating system

• Website activity and browsing behavior

• Referral sources

• Pages visited and time spent on pages

• Cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and similar technologies

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2.3 Third-Party & Public Information

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We may also obtain information from:

• MLS and IDX listing feeds

• Public property records

• Advertising and analytics partners

• Service providers assisting with marketing or customer management

• Social media platforms

• Aggregated or anonymized website usage data

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3. How We Use Your Information

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We may use your information to:

• Provide real estate brokerage and related services

• Respond to inquiries and communicate with you

• Deliver property alerts, market updates, and listing information

• Facilitate buying, selling, leasing, or investment opportunities

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Personalize marketing and advertising efforts

• Comply with Michigan real estate licensing laws and regulatory requirements

• Detect fraud, abuse, or unauthorized activity

• Protect the rights, safety, and security of clients, consumers, and business operations

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By submitting forms on this website, you consent to receive communications from Brendan Ecker Realty and eXp Realty® via phone call, email, and/or text message, including through automated systems where permitted by law. Consent is not a condition of purchasing or selling property, and you may opt out at any time.

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4. Sharing & Disclosure of Information

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We may share your information:

• With eXp Realty®, affiliated brokers, and authorized service providers

• With MLS systems, transaction coordinators, lenders, inspectors, title companies, or other parties necessary to complete real estate transactions

• As required by applicable law, court order, licensing authority, or government regulation

• To help prevent fraud, security threats, or illegal activity

• In connection with a merger, acquisition, succession, or transfer of business assets

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We do not sell your personal information to unaffiliated third parties for monetary compensation.

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5. Cookies, Analytics & Tracking Technologies

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We and our partners may use cookies, tracking pixels, analytics platforms, and related technologies to:

• Analyze website traffic and performance

• Improve user experience

• Personalize advertising and marketing

• Measure campaign effectiveness

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You may adjust your browser settings to limit or disable cookies; however, certain website functionality may be affected.

 

6. Your Rights & Choices

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Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of information where legally permitted

• Opt out of marketing emails, calls, or text messages

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

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To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

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7. Data Security & Retention

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We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or loss.

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Information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for business purposes, transaction processing, legal compliance, dispute resolution, and recordkeeping obligations.

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8. Third-Party Links & Services

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Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including MLS listings, mortgage providers, social media platforms, or affiliated services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

 

9. Children’s Privacy

 

Our Services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us so we may remove it.

 

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

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We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this page. Continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

 

11. Contact Information

For questions, privacy requests, or concerns, contact:

Brendan Ecker Realty

REALTOR® with eXp Realty®

4012 S Oak St
Metamora, MI 48455

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📧 Brendan.Ecker@eXpRealty.com
📞 (586) 718-3901