Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 8, 2025
Kale Realty ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website joinkale.com, interact with our services, or communicate with us via phone, text message (SMS), or email.
By providing your personal information to Kale Realty, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
ABOUT KALE REALTY
Kale Realty is a family-owned, independent real estate brokerage based in Chicago, Illinois. We have been serving Chicago's real estate community since 2007.
Company Name: Kale Realty
Address: 2447 N. Ashland, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (312) 238-9796
Email: careers@kalerealty.com
Website: joinkale.com
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect the following types of personal information:
Information You Provide Directly
When you fill out forms, schedule meetings, or contact us, you may provide:
• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number (mobile and/or landline)
• Current brokerage affiliation
• Real estate license information
• Professional background and experience
• Career goals and interests
• Any other information you choose to share with us
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website or source
• Date and time of your visit
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Communication Data
When you communicate with us, we may collect:
• Records of phone calls (date, time, duration)
• Text message history and delivery status
• Email correspondence
• Meeting notes and conversation summaries
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
Recruitment and Business Development
• To respond to your inquiries about joining Kale Realty
• To schedule and conduct informational meetings
• To provide information about our brokerage, training programs, and compensation
• To assess whether Kale Realty is a good fit for your career goals
Communications
• To send text messages (SMS) if you have opted in
• To make phone calls regarding your interest in Kale Realty
• To send emails about our services, events, and opportunities
• To provide customer service and respond to your questions
Website and Service Improvement
• To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• To improve our website functionality and user experience
• To develop new services and offerings
Legal and Administrative
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and property
• To prevent fraud or other illegal activities
TEXT MESSAGE (SMS) COMMUNICATIONS
If you opt in to receive text messages from Kale Realty:
Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on your activity and our communications. You may receive approximately 2-8 text messages per month.
Message Content: Messages may include information about Kale Realty, real estate industry updates, training opportunities, event invitations, and responses to your inquiries.
Message and Data Rates May Apply: Standard message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply to messages you send or receive. Contact your carrier for details about your plan.
How to Opt Out: You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive a one-time confirmation that you have been unsubscribed. After opting out, you will no longer receive text messages from Kale Realty unless you opt in again.
How to Get Help: Reply HELP to any text message for assistance, or contact us at careers@kalerealty.com or (312) 238-9796.
Your Consent: By providing your mobile phone number and checking the SMS consent box on our forms, you expressly consent to receive automated and non-automated text messages from Kale Realty. Consent is not a condition of any purchase or service.
INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We are committed to protecting your personal information. Here is how we handle sharing:
We Do NOT Sell Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
We Do NOT Share for Third-Party Marketing
We will not share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing or promotional purposes.
Limited Sharing We May Conduct
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our business, including:
• Website hosting providers
• Email marketing platforms
• SMS messaging services
• Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
• Analytics providers
• Scheduling and calendar tools
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Protect the safety of our agents, staff, or the public
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience.
What Are Cookies: Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and understand how you use our site.
Types of Cookies We Use:
• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable)
Managing Cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Third-Party Analytics: We may use services like Google Analytics to collect and analyze website usage data. These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.
DATA SECURITY
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information, including:
• Secure, encrypted transmission of data (SSL/TLS)
• Access controls limiting who can view personal information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Secure storage systems for electronic and physical records
While we take reasonable precautions to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
• Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
• Provide you with information and services you have requested
• Maintain records of your communication preferences
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
If you request deletion of your information, we will remove it from our active systems, though we may retain minimal records as required by law or to honor your opt-out preferences.
YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Opt-Out of Communications:
• Text Messages: Reply STOP to any text message
• Emails: Click the "Unsubscribe" link in any email
• Phone Calls: Request removal during any call or email us
Do Not Track: Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals.
How to Exercise Your Rights: To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
• Email: careers@kalerealty.com
• Phone: (312) 238-9796
• Mail: Kale Realty, 2447 N. Ashland, Chicago, IL 60614
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt out of the "sale" of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us using the information above.
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, podcast hosting services, and other resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
CONTACT US
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Kale Realty
2447 N. Ashland
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (312) 238-9796
Email: careers@kalerealty.com
For privacy-specific inquiries, you may also email: careers@kalerealty.com with "Privacy Inquiry" in the subject line.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 8, 2025.