Privacy Policy

Iowa Elite Transactions, LLC 

Doing Business as Elite Transactions 

Last Updated: October 15, 2026

I. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Iowa Elite Transactions, LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), doing business as Elite Transactions, collects, uses, discloses, and protects information obtained through www.iowaelitetc.com (the “Website”) and through the provision of real estate administrative and coordination services.

Our Website and services are intended for individuals and businesses located in the United States. This Privacy Policy explains our information practices and does not replace any consent, authorization, or contractual agreement required by applicable law.

II. Information We Collect

A. Information Provided by You

We may collect personal and business information when you contact us, submit forms, engage services, apply to work with us, or otherwise interact with us, including:

• Name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Brokerage or company name
• Listing, transaction, or property details
• Listing and transaction documents, contracts, amendments, and closing disclosures
• Financial, lending, title, and settlement information associated with real estate listings and transactions
• Agent commission information, service fees, and file-related business metrics
• Correspondence and other documents provided in connection with our services 
• Payment and billing information (processed through third-party providers)
   

We may receive information directly from individuals or indirectly from real estate agents, brokerages, clients, listing and transaction participants, service providers, and other authorized sources in connection with our business operations and administrative services.

If you apply to work with us as an employee or independent contractor, we may collect:

• Name
• Contact information
• Work or engagement history
• Education history
• References
• Application materials (resume, cover letter, portfolio, etc.)

We do not intentionally request sensitive personal information unless reasonably necessary to provide services or fulfill legitimate business or legal purposes. Listing and transaction documents provided to us may contain sensitive financial or identifying information.  

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you access the Website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This information is used for analytics, functionality, security, and Website improvement.

III. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and manage real estate administrative and coordination services
• Communicate regarding listings, transactions, inquiries, and updates
• Process payments and issue invoices
• Conduct internal business analytics, financial reporting, service evaluation, and operational improvement
• Compile and publish aggregated or appropriately de-identified listing and transaction statistics and business performance metrics for marketing, educational, and informational purposes, without reasonably identifying individual agents, buyers, sellers, or their confidential financial information
• Maintain business and compliance records
• Improve Website functionality and user experience
• Evaluate and process applications to work with us
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Respond to Website inquiries, provide access to requested resources, and send service-related updates or marketing communications, subject to applicable consent requirements and available unsubscribe options

Business analytics may include listing and transaction volume, property characteristics, closing statistics, service fees, and agent commission-related metrics. We may use aggregated information in business reports and marketing materials, subject to applicable law and contractual confidentiality obligations. We do not publicly disclose individual agent commission information or identifiable client financial information without appropriate authorization.

We process personal information based on contractual necessity, legitimate business interests, consent where applicable, and compliance with legal obligations. Information shared with us is not protected by attorney-client privilege, as we are not a law firm.

We do not sell personal information or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

IV. Third-Party Disclosures and Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third parties as necessary to operate our business and provide services, including:

• Payment processors
• T/CRM platforms
• Email and communication systems
• E-signature and document management systems
• Cloud storage providers
• Technology service providers
• Legal, accounting, and compliance professionals
• Independent contractors performing services on our behalf
• Parties affiliated with a real estate listing or transaction 

We select and use service providers based on our business needs and take reasonable steps, appropriate to the nature of the services and information involved, to address confidentiality and data security. Third-party providers may process information in accordance with their applicable agreements, policies, and legal obligations.

Independent contractors engaged by Elite Transactions may access information through business accounts, systems, and platforms maintained or authorized by Elite Transactions for the purpose of performing assigned services. Information may also be processed and stored through our authorized email, cloud storage, transaction management, and other business technology systems.

A. Legal and Business Disclosures

We may disclose information:

• When required by law
• To protect our legal rights
• To prevent fraud or security threats
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, due diligence, asset sale, or restructuring

V. Data Retention

We may retain personal and business information during and following the provision of services for legitimate business purposes, including administrative recordkeeping, operational continuity, financial reporting, dispute resolution, and compliance with applicable legal requirements.

Listing and transaction documents and records are generally maintained within the transaction management or brokerage systems designated by the applicable real estate agent or supervising broker. We may also retain working copies of documents, correspondence, and file information within our business email, cloud storage, local files, and other authorized administrative systems after services have been completed.

Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information, business needs, and applicable legal or contractual requirements. Where information is deleted or disposed of, we use reasonable methods appropriate to its nature and sensitivity. 

Licensed real estate professionals and their supervising brokerages remain responsible for maintaining official listing and transaction records in accordance with applicable record retention requirements.

VI. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to the nature and sensitivity of the information we process and the size and operations of our business. These safeguards are intended to reduce the risk of unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction.

We use third-party technology platforms and service providers in connection with our operations. Although we take reasonable precautions, no electronic communication, storage system, or internet transmission can be guaranteed completely secure.

Security incidents involving personal information are addressed in accordance with applicable law and, where applicable, our contractual obligations.

VII. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, analyze website traffic, evaluate performance, and improve the visitor experience.

We use website analytics and may use third-party service providers, including email marketing and form management platforms, to support website features, collect form submissions, and evaluate visitor interactions. These services may use cookies, scripts, or similar technologies to facilitate their functionality and reporting.

Our Website provides a cookie notification that allows visitors to accept or decline optional tracking managed through our Website's consent settings. Certain third-party services and embedded forms may use technologies that operate independently of those settings.

Visitors may manage or restrict cookies through their browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain website features.

We may update the technologies used on our Website as our business needs change, subject to applicable privacy requirements.

VIII. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent to marketing communications

You may also unsubscribe from marketing emails using the unsubscribe link provided in those communications.

Certain rights may be limited where necessary to comply with legal, contractual, or regulatory obligations. 

Where personal information is processed on behalf of a real estate agent or brokerage, certain requests may need to be directed to or coordinated with that agent or brokerage. We will review requests and respond or assist as appropriate under applicable law and our contractual obligations.

Requests may be submitted to: hanna@iowaelitetc.com. Identity verification may be required before processing certain requests.
 

IX. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and services are intended for adults and licensed real estate professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

X. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of external sites.

XI. Data Processing Addendum 

Where an applicable Service Agreement incorporates the Elite Transactions Data Processing Addendum (“DPA”), personal information processed in connection with services under that agreement is also subject to the DPA. The DPA establishes additional responsibilities concerning the handling, protection, disclosure, and retention of personal information and is provided in connection with the applicable Service Agreement or upon request.

XII. Amendments

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our business practices, services, technology, or applicable requirements. Updated versions will be posted on our Website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Where changes affect existing contractual obligations, applicable notice and amendment requirements under the Service Agreement will govern.

XIII. Contact Information

Iowa Elite Transactions, LLC 

Attn: Hanna Techau, Owner 

Email: hanna@iowaelitetc.com 

Website: www.iowaelitetc.com 

Location: Iowa, United States