Overview
BP Real Estate LLC ("BPRE," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy applies to the BPRE App, our property management portal, our educational platforms under BP School of Real Estate, HER Space CRE, and Elevate OS, and any other digital properties we operate.
This policy describes how we collect, use, store, share, and protect information about you when you interact with our services. Please read this policy carefully. By using our app or services, you consent to the practices described herein.
Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal information depending on how you interact with us:
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Identifiers | Name, email address, phone number, mailing address | Client communication, transactions |
| Financial Information | Bank account details (for property management disbursements), payment information | Service delivery, commissions, rent payments |
| Transaction Data | Property addresses, purchase/lease terms, offer history | Real estate transaction management |
| Professional Info | License numbers, brokerage affiliation (for agents) | Agent onboarding and compliance |
| Education Records | Course enrollment, exam scores, completion certificates | BP School of Real Estate services |
| Usage Data | IP address, browser type, pages visited, time on site | App analytics and improvement |
| Communications | Inquiry form submissions, email correspondence, SMS messages | Customer service and follow-up |
How We Collect Your Information
We collect information through the following methods:
- Directly from you — When you fill out a contact form, request a consultation, sign a representation agreement, enroll in a course, or submit a rental application.
- Automatically — Through cookies, web beacons, and tracking technologies when you use our app or interact with our digital communications.
- From third parties — From MLS systems, public records, credit reporting agencies (for tenant screening), referral partners, and government databases in the course of providing licensed real estate services.
- From our platform integrations — Including GoHighLevel CRM, property management software, and payment processors used in delivering our services.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, manage, and deliver real estate brokerage, property management, leasing, and investor consulting services;
- Process real estate transactions and maintain required transaction records;
- Communicate with you about listings, offers, lease matters, and your account;
- Send marketing communications, newsletters, and event invitations — you may opt out at any time;
- Comply with DPOR, NAR, and applicable state and federal regulatory requirements;
- Administer educational courses and issue completion certificates through BP School of Real Estate;
- Onboard and support licensed agents affiliated with BPRE;
- Improve our app, tools, and services through analytics;
- Prevent fraud, enforce our Terms and Conditions, and protect the rights and safety of BPRE, our clients, and the public.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected;
- Comply with state and federal real estate recordkeeping requirements (Virginia DPOR requires transaction records to be retained for a minimum of three years);
- Resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and comply with legal obligations.
Financial records, transaction files, and licensed activity records are retained in accordance with applicable DPOR and state law requirements. Education records through BP School of Real Estate are retained as required by DPOR licensing standards.
When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize it.
Data Security
Our Security Commitment
We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
If you believe your personal information has been compromised or misused, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will investigate and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable law.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to Correction
Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Deletion
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to our legal retention obligations.
Right to Opt Out
Opt out of marketing communications at any time via unsubscribe links or by contacting us.
Right to Portability
Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format where applicable.
Right to Object
Object to certain processing of your information, including profiling for direct marketing.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 13. We will respond within 30 days. Note that certain rights may be limited by our legal and regulatory obligations as a licensed real estate brokerage.
Children's Privacy
Our app and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information.
If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
California Residents
If you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know, delete, correct, and opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
As noted above, BPRE does not sell personal information. California residents may submit privacy requests by contacting us at [email protected] with the subject line "California Privacy Request." We will respond within 45 days as required by law.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our app or services after any changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of those changes. For material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you via email or a prominent notice within the app.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
BP Real Estate LLC (BPRE) — Privacy
Attn: Privacy Officer / Principal Broker
3300 Tyre Neck Road, Suite 2
Portsmouth, VA 23703
Email: [email protected]
Terms & Conditions: View our Terms & Conditions
We take all privacy inquiries seriously and will respond promptly. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may have the right to file a complaint with a supervisory authority in your jurisdiction.