Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Cody McKay, PLLC DBA Desert Dwelling Realty, Desert Dwelling Realty Group (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information obtained through our website (the “Site”).

Terms and Conditions

1. We use SMS to confirm appointments, send reminders, and notify clients of schedule updates or important changes.

2. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text "STOP". After you send the SMS message "STOP" to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time, and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.

3. If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program, you can reply with the keyword “HELP” for more assistance, or you can get help directly at cody@desertdwellingrealty.com

4. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

5. As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency may vary. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.

6. If you have any questions regarding privacy, please read our Privacy Policy

We operate in compliance with applicable Arizona laws, Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) standards, and Multiple Listing Service (MLS) rules governing consumer data, advertising, and confidentiality.

  1. Information we collect:
    We collect information you voluntarily provide and limited information automatically collected through standard website operations.
    Personal Information
    You may provide personal information including:

    • Name

    • Email address

    • Phone number

    • Property address

    • Home search criteria or property interests

    • Information submitted through contact forms, listing inquiries, valuation requests, or consultation scheduling

    Automatically Collected Information

    Our Site may collect non-identifying data such as:

    • IP address

    • Browser type

    • Device information

    • Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

    This data is used solely to improve functionality and performance.

  2. How information is used:
    Information collected by Desert Dwelling Realty is used exclusively for real estate–related purposes, including:

    • Responding to inquiries and requests

    • Providing real estate services and market information

    • Facilitating property searches, showings, listings, and transactions

    • Communicating relevant updates related to services you request

    • Maintaining compliance with legal, regulatory, and MLS obligations

    We do not use personal information for purposes outside the reasonable expectations of a real estate consumer.

  3. Data sharing & confidentiality:
    Desert Dwelling Realty does not sell, rent, license, or share personal contact information with third parties for promotional or marketing purposes.

    This includes:

    • Lead resellers

    • Advertisers

    • Unaffiliated marketing companies

    • Promotional mailing or calling lists

    Permitted Disclosures

    Information may be shared only when necessary to:

    • Provide requested real estate services

    • Comply with MLS rules, brokerage obligations, or legal requirements

    • Operate essential business systems (e.g., CRM platforms, email delivery services, website hosting)

    All service providers are required to maintain confidentiality and use data solely for the purpose of supporting Desert Dwelling Realty’s operations.

  4. MLS data & listing information:
    Property listing data displayed on this Site may be sourced from one or more Multiple Listing Services (MLS) and is provided for consumer informational purposes only.

    MLS data is subject to:

    • Copyright protections

    • Accuracy limitations

    • Change without notice

    All listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and must be independently verified.

  5. Cookies & analytics:
    This Site may use cookies and similar technologies to:

    • Measure site traffic

    • Improve usability

    • Understand general user behavior

    Cookies do not collect personally identifiable information. You may disable cookies through your browser settings if desired.

  6. Communications:
    By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications related to:

    • Property inquiries

    • Market insights

    • Services you request or initiate

    You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time via unsubscribe links, replying “STOP” to text messages, or contacting us directly.

    Service-related or transaction-related communications may still be sent when required.

  7. Data security:
    We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information.

    While no system is entirely secure, Desert Dwelling Realty takes data protection seriously and limits access to information on a need-to-know basis.

  8. Your rights:
    You may request to:

    • Access your personal information

    • Correct or update your information

    • Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or brokerage record-keeping requirements

    Requests can be made using the contact information below.

  9. External links:
    This Site may contain links to third-party websites. Desert Dwelling Realty is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

  10. Policy updates:
    This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

    Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any revisions.

  11. Contact information:
    For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data practices, contact:

    cody@desertdwellingrealty.com
    (480) 997-4718