Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 · Last Updated: March 2026

Elite Chicago Homes, operated by Sasha Hemmer, REALTOR® with ERA Chicago Realty ("we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at elitechicagohomes.com or contact us through any of our forms or communications channels.

Please read this policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website:

• Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you fill out any form on our website.
• Property Information: Details about properties you are interested in buying, selling, or renting, including property addresses, price ranges, and timelines.
• Financial Information: Estimated sale prices, mortgage balances, and other information voluntarily submitted through our Seller Net Sheet calculator.
• Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and correspondence you send to us.
• Usage Data: Information automatically collected when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide real estate services
• To schedule consultations, showings, and follow-up communications
• To send you property listings, market updates, and real estate information relevant to your search
• To calculate and deliver your Seller Net Sheet estimates
• To improve our website and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations and real estate licensing requirements
• To communicate with you about services, programs (including Homes for Heroes®), and relevant opportunities

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• ERA Chicago Realty: As your licensed brokerage, ERA Chicago Realty may have access to client information as required by real estate licensing regulations.
• Homes for Heroes®: If you express interest in the Homes for Heroes® program, your information may be shared with Homes for Heroes to facilitate your hero rewards.
• Service Providers: We use third-party platforms (including Web3Forms for form submission and email services) to process and deliver your inquiries. These providers only access your data to perform services on our behalf.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide services to you and comply with our legal obligations. Client records related to real estate transactions may be retained for up to 5 years as required by Illinois real estate licensing law.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These may include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to the Homes for Heroes® affiliate portal and AI Home Advisor tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by contacting us or clicking "unsubscribe" in any email

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.

10. Illinois Residents

As a Chicago-based real estate service, we comply with all applicable Illinois privacy and consumer protection laws. Real estate transactions and client records are also subject to regulations administered by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

This privacy policy is provided for informational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. For questions about your specific legal rights, please consult a qualified attorney.