Privacy Policy

Welcome to CRE Finance Guide ("we," "us," or "our"). At CRE Finance Guide, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://crefinanceguide.com, interact with our content, or engage with our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information about you in several ways to provide you with the best possible experience and to improve our services. The types of information we collect include:

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

Voluntarily Submitted Information: When you fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, request resources, or contact us through our website, you may provide us with:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Company name
• Financial information (if applicable, such as loan amounts or investment details)
• Any other information you choose to share

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage data, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and hardware model.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on our site, referring websites, clicks, and interactions with our content.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze trends, and track how users interact with our site. For more information, see our Cookie Policy below.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as:

• Consumer Reporting Agencies: Creditworthiness and credit history (if applicable).
• Partners or Affiliates: Information shared by trusted partners or affiliates who have obtained your consent to share your data with us.
• Publicly Available Sources: Information from publicly accessible databases or social media platforms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

• Respond to your inquiries, requests, or feedback.
• Personalize your experience on our website.
• Develop new features, tools, and resources to better serve you.

2.2 To Communicate With You

• Send you updates, newsletters, or marketing materials (with your consent).
• Notify you about changes to our policies, services, or terms of use.

2.3 To Analyze and Optimize Our Website

• Monitor traffic patterns and user behavior to improve site functionality and design.
• Conduct research and analytics to enhance our offerings.

2.4 To Comply With Legal Obligations

• Fulfill legal, regulatory, or compliance requirements.
• Protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as that of our users and the public.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Affiliates

We may share your information with our corporate affiliates or subsidiaries to better serve your financial needs. If you prefer that we do not share your information with our affiliates, you may opt out by contacting us at info@crefinanceguide.com.

3.2 With Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or providing services to you. These service providers include:

• Marketing agencies
• IT support and hosting providers
• Payment processors (if applicable)

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, or government request. We may also share your information to enforce our policies, prevent fraud, or protect our rights.

4. Your Choices and Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. Depending on your location, these rights may include:

4.1 Access and Correction

You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct any inaccuracies.

4.2 Opt-Out

Marketing Communications: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email or contacting us directly.

Affiliate Sharing: As mentioned above, you can opt out of having your information shared with our affiliates.

4.3 Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., legal obligations).

4.4 Data Portability

In some cases, you may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@crefinanceguide.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Physical Safeguards: Secure facilities and restricted access to sensitive data.
• Electronic Safeguards: Encryption, firewalls, and secure servers.
• Procedural Safeguards: Employee training and strict confidentiality agreements.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your browsing experience. They allow us to remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized content.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website.
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site.
• Functionality Cookies: Enhance your experience by remembering your settings.
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant ads based on your interests.

Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. International Users

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where we operate. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: info@crefinanceguide.com
Phone: 646.820.2775
Address: New York, NY 10004

Thank you for trusting CRE Finance Guide with your information. We are dedicated to maintaining your privacy and ensuring a safe and secure experience on our website.