Privacy Statement

Last Updated: 10/16/2023

1. Introduction                   

The Realtist Network of Northern Virginia (RNNOVA) is dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how we collect, use, share, and protect your information. By engaging with our website or utilizing our services, you express your consent to the practices detailed herein.

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process various types of information, including:

2.1. Personal Information: This encompasses data such as your full name, email address, phone number, residential address, and other relevant contact information. This information is often provided by you directly.

2.2. Membership Information: If you are a member of RNNOVA, we may collect data associated with your membership. This can include your membership status, renewal dates, membership dues payments, and any communications related to your membership.

2.3. Payment Information: In the event of payments, such as membership fees or donations, we may collect payment information, which could include credit card details. Please note that financial data is typically processed securely through a trusted third-party payment processor. We do not store credit card information on our servers.

2.4. Website Usage Information: We gather data about your interactions with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and browsing history. This helps us to improve our online presence and enhance the user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We employ your information for the following purposes:

3.1. Membership Management: Your personal information, including membership status and dues payments, is used to manage and maintain your membership with RNNOVA. We also use this information to send you membership-related communications and updates.

3.2. Payment Processing: When you make payments for membership or donations, your payment information is used solely for payment processing and financial record-keeping purposes.

3.3. Communication: We use your contact information to communicate with you about our events, news, and activities. This includes sending newsletters, event invitations, and relevant updates.

3.4. Website Improvement: Your website usage information is analyzed to enhance our online platform. This information helps us understand how users interact with our content, and it is used to optimize our website for improved user experience.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information under the following circumstances:

4.1. With Our Partners: In furtherance of our mission to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in homeownership, we may share information with our trusted partners, including the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). These partnerships may involve joint initiatives and collaborative efforts.

4.2. Legal Compliance: We may share your information when required to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or respond to lawful requests. This includes sharing information with law enforcement, government agencies, or legal authorities as necessary.

4.3. Service Providers: To maintain our operations and services, we engage with third-party service providers. These service providers may have limited access to your information, but we ensure they adhere to stringent data protection standards.

5. Your Choices

5.1. Opt-Out: If you prefer not to receive promotional communications from us, you have the option to unsubscribe. You can do this by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our email communications.

5.2. Access and Corrections: You may request access to your personal information held by RNNOVA. If you identify inaccuracies or wish to update your data, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your requests.

6. Security

We take comprehensive security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. We maintain the security of your data through strict data security protocols, including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy to align with evolving legal requirements and ensure it accurately reflects our practices. All modifications to this policy will be published on our website, and the date of the latest revision will be clearly displayed.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please do not hesitate to contact us at the following:

[email protected], (571) 722-2337.