Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to Homes by Kathy Smith, Inc. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using this website (homesbykathysmith.com) you agree to this Policy.
1. Who We Are
Homes by Kathy Smith, Inc.
Realtor Kathy Smith, Broker-in-Charge
Serving North Carolina and South Carolina
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2. Information We Collect
- Information you provide: contact details submitted through forms, webinar registrations, newsletter signups, or when you email or call us.
- Property preference information: neighborhoods of interest, timing, budget ranges, or similar search criteria you choose to share.
- Content interactions: when you view our newsletters, guides, podcast pages, or embedded resources.
- Technical data: IP address, device type, browser, pages visited, time on page, and referring URLs. Collected through cookies and similar technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To respond to inquiries and deliver requested services such as home search assistance or home selling guidance.
- To send newsletters, guides, event invitations, or webinar details when you opt in.
- To improve site performance, content relevance, and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
4. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use our pages. You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Third-Party Services
We work with trusted service providers to operate this website and our communications. These may include form tools, email delivery platforms, analytics providers, and document hosting services. These providers process information on our behalf under their own privacy policies. We do not sell your personal information.
6. Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or request resources, we may send you emails about market updates, guides, or events. You can unsubscribe at any time by using the link in any email or by contacting us at
7. Your Choices and Rights
- Access and update: request a copy of your information or ask us to correct it.
- Delete: ask us to delete information where applicable law allows.
- Opt out: unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
To make a request, email
8. Data Security and Retention
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We keep information as long as needed for the purposes described here, to meet legal requirements, or until you ask us to delete it where applicable.
9. Children’s Privacy
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.
10. Links to Other Websites
Our site may link to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies before providing personal information.
11. State-Specific Notices
If you are a resident of a state that grants specific privacy rights, you may have additional rights under applicable law. Contact us at
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with the new effective date.
13. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
Homes by Kathy Smith, Inc.
Email:
Last Updated: October 2025