Comments
When visitors leave comments or submit inquiries on the SM Global Home website, we collect the information provided in the form, along with technical data such as IP address and browser details. This information is used solely to maintain site security, prevent misuse, and support internal review processes.
Any identifying information submitted is processed through SM Global Home’s internal systems and is not publicly displayed unless explicitly approved. Approved comments may be visible on the website in context but are limited to the information you choose to share.
Real Estate–Specific Data Use
Information submitted through the SM Global Home website may be used to:
Respond to real estate inquiries and consultation requests
Provide advisory, brokerage, property management, or investment-related services
Conduct internal analysis related to property performance, market research, or client service improvement
Comply with regulatory, licensing, and professional obligations
SM Global Home does not sell personal data and limits data access to authorized personnel and service providers operating under confidentiality obligations.
Cookies
SM Global Home uses cookies to enhance website functionality, improve user experience, and support secure access to protected areas of the site.
If you submit a form or leave a comment, you may opt in to having your name, email address, and related preferences stored in cookies for convenience. These cookies typically remain active for up to one year.
Temporary cookies may be used to verify browser compatibility when accessing secure areas of the site. These cookies do not contain personal data and are automatically deleted when the browser session ends.
When logging into secure areas, cookies may be used to store login credentials and interface preferences. Login cookies generally last up to two days, while display preference cookies may remain active for up to one year. Selecting “Remember Me” extends login persistence for up to two weeks.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some site functionality may be limited as a result.
Your Data Rights (U.S. & International Standards)
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws, including:
The right to access personal data we hold about you
The right to request correction or deletion of your data
The right to restrict or object to certain processing activities
The right to receive a portable copy of your data
Requests may be subject to verification and legal limitations, including regulatory, contractual, or security obligations.
Who we share your data with
Personal information may be shared internally within SM Global Home or with trusted service providers solely for operational, security, compliance, or service-delivery purposes. These parties are contractually required to safeguard your data and use it only for authorized functions.
If you request a password reset or access secure areas of the site, technical data such as IP address may be included in system notifications for security verification.
Data Retention
Comments, inquiries, and related metadata may be retained indefinitely to support service continuity, recordkeeping, and compliance obligations.
For users with registered accounts, personal data is stored for as long as the account remains active or as required by applicable legal, regulatory, or professional standards. Users may request updates or deletion of their personal information, subject to retention requirements.
What rights you have over your data
Suggested text: If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where Your Data Is Processed
Data collected through the SM Global Home website may be processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where SM Global Home or its service providers operate. We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect data in accordance with applicable U.S. and international data protection standards.