Privacy Policy

Ranch and Realty Privacy Policy
Effective date: May 04, 2026

Ranch and Realty (we, us, or our) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website or contact us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in a few main ways:

1.1 Information You Give Us Directly

You may give us information when you:
• Fill out a contact form on our website
• Request a property valuation or market report
• Ask about buying, selling, or leasing a property
• Sign up for emails, texts, or newsletters
• Create or use any online account or portal we provide
• Communicate with us by email, phone, text, or in person

This can include:
• Contact details: name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Property details: information about a property you own or are interested in (address, type of property, size, features, price expectations, timing, etc.)
• Preferences: what you are looking for (location, price range, property type, acreage, investment goals, etc.)
• Communication history: messages, notes from calls, and other details you share with us

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
• Device and browser information: IP address, browser type, operating system, language settings
• Usage data: pages you visit, links you click, time spent on pages, search terms used on our site
• Approximate location: based on your IP address (for example, city or region)

We use this information mainly to understand how people use our site and to improve it.

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tools (such as pixels or tags). Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:
• Remember your preferences (for example, language or saved searches)
• Understand how visitors use our site
• Improve performance and security
• Support basic marketing and analytics

You can usually control cookies through your browser settings. If you block or delete cookies, some parts of the site may not work as well.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes related to real estate services and running our business, including:

2.1 To Respond to You and Provide Services
• Answering your questions and requests
• Helping you search for properties that match your needs
• Evaluating and preparing to list your property for sale or lease
• Scheduling showings, meetings, and calls
• Sending you information and documents related to a potential or active transaction

2.2 To Support Real Estate Transactions
• Communicating with you, other parties, and professionals involved in a transaction (for example, other brokers, title companies, lenders, inspectors, appraisers, attorneys, and closing agents)
• Preparing and sharing information needed for offers, contracts, and closings
• Keeping records as required by Colorado real estate laws and regulations

2.3 Marketing and Communication
• Sending you emails, texts, or mail about listings, market updates, events, or services that may interest you
• Following up with you after you request information or view a property
• Managing email and text lists, including honoring your opt-out choices

You can opt out of marketing emails or texts at any time by using the unsubscribe link in the message or by contacting us directly. We may still send you non-marketing messages related to active or past transactions, legal notices, or important updates.

2.4 Website Operation and Improvement
• Operating, maintaining, and securing our website and online tools
• Understanding how visitors use our site so we can improve content, navigation, and performance
• Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, or security issues

2.5 Legal and Compliance
• Meeting our obligations under Colorado and federal real estate laws and regulations
• Keeping records required by licensing and regulatory bodies
• Responding to lawful requests from courts, regulators, or law enforcement
• Protecting our rights, property, and the safety of our clients and others

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information to data brokers. We may share your information in the following situations:

3.1 Service Providers and Business Tools

We may share information with trusted third parties who help us run our business and provide services, such as:
• Website hosting and maintenance providers
• Email and text messaging platforms
• Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
• Marketing and analytics tools
• Document storage and e-signature services
• IT support and security providers

These service providers are allowed to use your information only to perform services for us and are expected to protect it.

3.2 Real Estate-Related Third Parties

When needed to serve you in a real estate transaction, we may share relevant information with:
• Other real estate brokers and agents
• Title and escrow companies
• Lenders and mortgage brokers (if you ask us to connect you)
• Inspectors, appraisers, surveyors, and contractors
• Attorneys and other professionals involved in a transaction

We share only what is reasonably necessary for the specific purpose (for example, preparing an offer, scheduling an inspection, or closing a transaction).

3.3 Legal Requirements and Protection
• Comply with a law, regulation, subpoena, or court order
• Respond to a request from a government or regulatory authority
• Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our clients or others
• Detect, prevent, or address fraud, security issues, or misuse of our Services

3.4 Business Changes

If Ranch and Realty is involved in a merger, sale, or other business change, your information may be transferred as part of that process. If that happens, we will take reasonable steps to ensure your information continues to be protected.

4. How Long We Keep Your Information

We keep your information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this Policy, including:
• To provide services and support to you
• To maintain records of transactions and communications as required by Colorado real estate laws and regulations
• To resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
• To meet legal, tax, and regulatory obligations

The exact time we keep information can vary depending on the type of data and our legal obligations. When information is no longer needed, we will delete it or anonymize it where reasonably possible.

5. How We Protect Your Information

We use reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measures to help protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These may include:
• Secure systems and password protection
• Limited access to personal information within our team
• Use of reputable service providers with security measures in place

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for keeping any passwords or access codes you use with our Services safe and private.

6. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your situation and applicable law, you may have some or all of the following options:

6.1 Update or Correct Your Information

You may request that we update or correct your contact details or other information we have about you if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

6.2 Opt Out of Marketing

You may opt out of receiving marketing emails or texts at any time by:
• Clicking the unsubscribe link in an email;
• Following the instructions in a text message; or
• Contacting us using the information below.

We may still send you non-marketing messages related to active or past transactions, legal notices, or important service updates.

6.3 Request Deletion (Where Allowed)

In some cases and where allowed by law, you may request that we delete certain personal information. We will review your request and respond in line with applicable laws and our legal and regulatory obligations.

Please note that we may need to keep some information even after a deletion request, for example:
• To comply with real estate record-keeping laws and regulations
• To complete an ongoing transaction
• To protect our rights or resolve disputes

7. Childrens Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to websites or services that we do not control. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the Last Updated date at the top of this page. Changes are effective when posted on our website.

If you continue to use our Services after we post an updated Privacy Policy, you agree to the new terms. If you do not agree, please stop using our Services.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Ranch and Realty
Email: office@RanchandRealty.com