Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 28, 2026
Website: aufhammerhomes.com
Business: Aufhammer LLC, DBA Aufhammer Homes
Aufhammer Homes ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have, including with respect to text messaging communications.
By using aufhammerhomes.com (the "Site") or providing your information to us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
Contact information: name, mailing address, email address, phone number
Property information: addresses, property preferences, budget, and other details you provide when requesting a home valuation, searching listings, or inquiring about buying or selling
Communication data: messages, inquiries, and correspondence you send us, including through contact forms, email, phone, or text message
Mobile information: your mobile phone number and text messaging opt-in/consent status, collected when you sign up to receive text messages from us
Technical information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies
Information from third parties: data from MLS feeds, public property records, or referral partners, where applicable
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to inquiries and provide requested real estate services
Communicate with you about listings, showings, transactions, and market updates
Send text messages, emails, or calls related to your inquiry or transaction (with your consent, where required)
Improve our website and marketing
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Text Messaging (SMS) Terms
If you opt in to receive text messages from Aufhammer Homes, the following terms apply:
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
All categories of information collected in connection with text messaging are excluded from this sharing restriction: text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties, regardless of purpose.
Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any text message, or by contacting us directly using the information below.
For help, reply HELP or contact us using the information below.
4. How We Share Information
Other than as described in Section 3 above, we may share information:
With service providers who help us operate our business (e.g., transaction coordination, marketing platforms, CRM tools), under confidentiality obligations
With other parties to a real estate transaction (e.g., cooperating brokers, lenders, title companies) as necessary to complete a transaction
When required by law, subpoena, or legal process
With your consent
We do not sell your personal information.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand visitor behavior. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal information, and to opt out of certain marketing communications. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information below.
Washington State residents may have rights under the Washington My Health My Data Act and other applicable state privacy laws with respect to certain categories of data; contact us with any such requests.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as MLS listing sites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised "Effective Date" and will be effective as soon as it is posted.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Aufhammer Homes Will Aufhammer, Compass Email: will.aufhammer@compass.com Phone: 206.604.4992