Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Debbie Welch Homes ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you visit debbiewelchhomes.com (the "Site") or use our real estate services. This Site is owned and operated by Debbie Welch, and we are the party responsible for the decisions described in this policy. This Site is operated in the United States and is intended for US residents only.

Debbie Welch is a licensed real estate broker affiliated with eXp Realty, LLC for brokerage, licensing, and MLS compliance purposes. That affiliation does not change who is responsible for this Site or this policy. We are. In the limited cases where information is shared with eXp Realty's platforms or tools as part of providing real estate services, that sharing is described in Section 7 below.

In the event of any conflict between this Privacy Policy and any contract for real estate services you execute with us, the real estate services contract shall prevail.

If you have a privacy question, you may contact us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com at any time.

1. Who This Policy Applies To

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors to this Site and users of our services, including prospective and current real estate clients. It describes our practices for information collected through this Site and in connection with real estate services we provide.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites linked from this Site. Any questions about the privacy practices of a third party should be directed to that third party.

2. Our Data Values

We are committed to three core principles:

• Purpose driven. We only collect, use, and share the information we need to provide our services and help you have the best experience.
• Responsible use. We promote responsible data use and stewardship among the service providers we work with.
• Transparent use. Our goal is to design our systems with your expectations in mind, including how we use your data and how we enable our service providers to use your data.

3. Your Data Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights related to your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete it. You may exercise those rights by contacting us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com or by submitting a request through eXp Realty's Individual Rights form. We will respond in accordance with applicable law and may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Please see the Geographic Location Rights section below for state-specific rights that may apply to you.

4. Your Consent

By using this Site or our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If we update this Privacy Policy, we will post the revised version on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of this Site after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

You may opt out of specific uses of your personal information or withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or using the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Data form.

5. Information We Collect

The information we collect depends on how you interact with us. We collect two types of information:

Personal Information

When you use this Site or request our real estate services, we may collect:

• Contact information such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• The specific services requested by you and information related to your real estate transaction
• The contents of any communication you send us through forms or email
• Information you voluntarily provide, such as details about the home you're looking for or selling

If you choose not to provide certain information, we may not be able to fulfill your request or provide certain services.

Usage Information

When you visit this Site, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address, browser type and language, and operating system
• Pages viewed, time and date of your visit, and how you navigated the Site
• Device type and device identifiers

We collect this usage information through the following technologies:

• Cookies. Small files stored on your device that help us track visits and improve your experience. You can accept or decline most cookies through your browser settings. Declining certain cookies may affect how the Site functions.
• Web Analytics. We use third-party web analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) to monitor Site performance, improve our services, and detect security issues.
• Web Beacons. Small invisible images on some pages and emails that help us understand how pages and communications are being used.

6. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide the real estate services you have requested
• Set up and manage your communications with us, including property searches and showing requests
• Send you property listings, market updates, and other information you have requested
• Send promotional information about our services. You may opt out at any time.
• Improve and maintain this Site and our services
• Detect fraud and protect the security of this Site
• Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations as a licensed real estate broker

7. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service providers. We work with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services. This may include email service providers, contact and transaction management tools, and, where applicable, platforms provided through our brokerage affiliation with eXp Realty, LLC. These providers are contractually required to use your information only for the purposes we specify.
• Real estate transaction parties. As part of a real estate transaction, we may share relevant information with other parties including lenders, title companies, inspectors, and other agents involved in your transaction.
• MLS and professional associations. We may share relevant information with the MLS or associations of REALTORS® as required in the course of providing real estate services.
• Legal requirements. We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government authority, or to protect our rights or the safety of others.
• Business transfer. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We will not disclose your personal information to other third parties without obtaining your consent, except as described above.

8. Your Choices

You have the following choices regarding your personal information:

• Marketing emails. Each marketing email we send includes an unsubscribe link. If you unsubscribe, we will remove you from the relevant list within 10 business days.
• Cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality.
• Targeted advertising. You may opt out of targeted advertising through industry opt-out tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative or the Digital Advertising Alliance, or through individual ad networks like Google and Meta.
• Do Not Sell. You may submit a Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information request at any time.

9. "Do Not Track" Signals

Your browser may allow you to transmit a "Do Not Track" signal to websites you visit. There is currently no industry consensus on what "Do Not Track" means in this context. Depending on the signal, certain features of this Site may not work as expected.

10. Children's Privacy

This Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. If you believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com.

By using this Site, you affirm that you are at least the age of majority in your state of residence.

11. How We Secure Your Data

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. All account pages are protected with SSL encryption. We will notify you of any data security incident as required by applicable law.

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your own account credentials. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. Transmissions over the internet cannot be made absolutely secure, and we cannot guarantee that information you transmit to us will be free from interception or error.

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely destroy or anonymize it.

12. Reviewing and Correcting Your Information

You may request to review, correct, or delete your personal information at any time by contacting us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com or by submitting a request through eXp Realty's Individual Rights Request form. We may verify your identity before processing your request.

13. Links to Other Sites

This Site may contain links to third-party websites, including our MLS search provider and other resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through links on this Site.

14. Your Rights Based on Your State of Residence

Residents of certain US states have additional rights regarding their personal information:

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect about you
• The right to delete your personal information
• The right to correct inaccurate information
• The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com or use the Individual Rights Request form.

Washington State Residents

Washington residents have rights under the Washington My Health MY Data Act and the Washington Privacy Act (effective 2025), including:

• The right to access, correct, delete, and obtain a copy of your personal data
• The right to opt out of targeted advertising
• The right to opt out of the sale of personal data

To exercise these rights, contact us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com.

Other US States

Residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, Oregon, Montana, and other states with comprehensive privacy laws may also have rights regarding their personal information. Please contact us to learn more about your rights or to submit a request.

15. Accessibility

We are committed to making this Site accessible to all users. If you have difficulty accessing any portion of this Site, please contact us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com.

16. Complaints

If you have a complaint regarding our collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information, please contact us at debbie@debbiewelchhomes.com. We will investigate all complaints and respond in accordance with applicable law.

17. Contact Us