PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: December 10, 2025

Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how this personal blog, operated by Shellie A. Carter, collects, uses, shares, and protects information. This website does not directly collect personal data unless you choose to submit information through external forms or links. By using this site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information collected
This website does not directly collect personal information.
Any personal information you provide is collected through third-party platforms such as JotForm or other external services you choose to use. These providers may collect information such as your name, email address, phone number, or details related to your inquiry. Information automatically collected by your browser, such as IP address, device type, and basic analytics, may be collected by your browser or hosting platform but is not stored or used by the site owner.

How information is used
Information submitted through JotForm or other linked services is used only to
respond to your request
provide the services or information you asked for
connect you with relevant resources or trusted partners
follow up on inquiries made through the site
Your information is never used for unrelated purposes.

Information sharing
Your information is not sold.
Information may be shared with trusted partners only when necessary to fulfill the purpose you requested, such as connecting you with a housing provider, real estate resource, consultation, or any service you opted into.
Third-party providers receiving information are required to use it only for the purpose of fulfilling your request.

Third-party providers
Forms, scheduling links, downloads, and external services used on this site may be operated by third parties, including JotForm, Calendly, Stan Store, Skool, or other platforms as applicable. These services collect and store data under their own privacy policies. Visitors should review the privacy policies of any external service they interact with.

Cookies and tracking
This website does not intentionally use cookies or tracking tools.
Third-party platforms linked through this site may use their own cookies or tracking technologies. These tools are not controlled by this website.

Affiliate disclosure
Some links, recommendations, or product mentions on this site may be affiliate links.
This means the site owner may earn a commission if you click a link or make a purchase through an affiliated partner.
Affiliate income does not affect the price you pay and does not influence the information or opinions presented.

Legal bases for processing under GDPR
For visitors located in the European Union or European Economic Area, data is processed on the following legal bases
your consent when you voluntarily submit information
performance of a contract or requested service
legitimate interest in responding to inquiries or user-initiated communication
You may withdraw your consent at any time by sending a request to the contact email below.

GDPR rights
If you are located in the EU or EEA, you have rights including
access to your personal data
correction of inaccurate data
erasure of your data
restriction of processing
data portability
objection to processing
To exercise these rights, contact the email listed in the Contact section.

CCPA rights
For California residents, the California Consumer Privacy Act provides rights including
the right to know what personal information is collected
the right to request deletion of your information
the right to opt out of the sale of personal information
the right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights
This site does not sell personal information. Requests under CCPA may be submitted to the contact email below.

Data retention
Information submitted through external forms is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was provided or to comply with legal obligations.

Data security
Third-party platforms used to collect or store information maintain their own security protocols. This site does not store personal information directly on its servers.

Children’s privacy
This site is not directed to children under the age of 13. No information is knowingly collected from children.

International transfers
Information submitted through third-party services may be transferred, stored, or processed outside your country of residence. These providers maintain their own compliance frameworks.

Your choices
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.
You may also opt out of communications by replying to any email you receive or emailing us directly.

Contact
For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns, please contact
Email: [your email address]
A phone number may be included if you choose to offer one.

Changes to this policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.