Protecting your privacy: it's our business

In the usual course of real estate transactions, Gaye Turner may require personal and property information from buyers and sellers. Collecting and sharing this information is an essential part of the buying and selling process. At the same time, few things are more important to individuals than their privacy. Gaye recognizes the rights of buyers and sellers to protect and control their personal information, and is committed to using fair information practices when dealing with your personal information. This page explains what we do with your information and how you control it. If you have any questions, speak to your agent or contact your local real estate board.

Frequently Asked Questions…

1. What is personal information?

Personal information is any information about an identifiable individual. This does not include certain information which is publicly available such as a phone directory listing your name, address and telephone number.

 

2. How does Gaye Turner collect personal information?

Most information will be obtained directly from you, the client. Gaye may also collect information from other sources such as credit bureaus and government agencies, as needed. At the time information is collected, you will be told what uses will be made of it, and your consent to that collection and use will be obtained.

 

3. What does Gaye Turner do with my information?

Your information is used to facilitate the real estate transaction. Effectively marketing your house involves advertising the property in any medium, including electronic media (e.g. newspapers, real estate publications, and Internet websites) and disclosing property information to other salespersons and prospective buyers. If the listing is on MLS®, the property information will be given to the real estate board or boards operating the Multiple Listing Service(s) ®. The listing information will be distributed through the MLS® system to any persons authorized to use the service (which may include other REALTORS, appraisers, government departments and others) and may be marketed by the board in various media, including the Internet. Property information, including sales data, is kept in the MLS® database following the completion of the transaction and is available to users of analysis and valuation purposes. Both current and historical data is essential to the operation of the MLS® system; you are agreeing to allow this ongoing use of listing and sales information.

 

4. How do I find out what personal information Gaye Turner has about me?

You should be able to see your personal information held by a realty firm or real estate board/association by calling, writing or visiting the organization in person. There may be specific procedures you have to follow or forms you have to fill out, and the firm or board/association has the right to charge a minimal fee for the service.

 

5. Can I correct my personal information if it is wrong?

Yes, you can. Contact the particular firm or board/association, explain the correction you are requesting and why. If you can show that the information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that a correction be placed in the file or database to identify any inaccuracy.

 

6. Is there a review process?

Yes. If you have any questions or concerns about the way your personal information has been collected, used or disclosed or if access to your personal information has been improperly refused to correct erroneous information, try to settle the matter directly with the firm. It has procedures in place to respond to complaints. If you're not satisfied, you can contact the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, at info@privcom.gc.ca or by calling . 

Privacy Code

REALTORS abide by the Privacy Code of the Canadian Real Estate Association, which sets out the commitment of REALTORS and your personal information. We Will: Obtain your consent when we collect, use or disclose your personal information

Only use the information for the purposes we discussed with you

Allow you access to your information

Have privacy policies that are clear and understandable

 

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