PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Patton / Bitterberg Group, in partnership with Shorewest Realtors (“we,” “our,” or “us”), is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through our website and related services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Property preferences or inquiry details
  • Any information submitted through contact forms, lead capture forms, or email communications

We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as browser type, device information, pages visited, and general usage data to improve website performance and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested services
  • Assist with buying, selling, or relocating real estate
  • Provide market updates, property information, or relevant communications
  • Improve our website, services, and marketing efforts
  • Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Sharing of Information

Your information may be shared only when necessary and limited to:

  • Shorewest Realtors and affiliated service providers involved in your transaction
  • Trusted vendors who assist in operating our website or communications (under confidentiality obligations)
  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we strive to safeguard your data using industry-standard practices.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze site usage. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect certain website features.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites and encourage users to review their privacy policies separately.

Your Choices

You may request to update, correct, or remove your personal information from our records at any time by contacting us using the information below.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Email: customercare@shorewest.com
Phone: 800.434.7350

Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.