Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy applies to the website:
www.ApprovedRealEstateAcademy.com
Approved Real Estate Academy is the educational division of FirstTeam® Real Estate, Inc. and is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, students, and users of our services.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information provided through this website.
For California residents, additional privacy rights and disclosures are described in our California Privacy Notice, available here:
Information Collection
Approved Real Estate Academy is the sole owner of the information collected on ApprovedRealEstateAcademy.com. We collect information from our users at several different points on our website.
At Approved Real Estate Academy we believe everyone should understand:
• What information we collect
• With whom it is shared
• How it can be corrected
• How it is secured
• How policy changes will be communicated
• How to address concerns regarding the misuse of personal data
Registration
In order to take courses offered on this website, users must first complete a registration form.
During registration, users are required to provide contact information such as:
• Name
• Email address
This information allows us to ensure that students receive proper credit with state licensing agencies for the courses they complete.
Approved Real Estate Academy may also use this information to contact users regarding services offered on our website.
Users must also create unique identifiers such as a username and password to access course materials.
Orders and Payment Information
When purchasing a course, users must provide:
• Contact information (such as name and email address)
• Financial information (such as credit card number and expiration date)
This information is used strictly for billing purposes and to fulfill course orders. If we experience issues processing an order, the provided contact information may be used to reach the user.
Payment transactions may be processed through secure third-party payment providers.
Information Use
The information collected is used for several purposes, including:
• Providing confirmation and proof of course completion
• Reporting course completion to state licensing agencies where required
• Providing access to educational materials
• Improving the content and performance of our website
• Notifying users of important updates related to courses or services
From time to time, Approved Real Estate Academy may send email communications regarding special offers, course updates, or educational opportunities.
Every promotional email includes a clear opt-out link, and all opt-out requests are honored promptly.
Cookies
A cookie is a piece of data stored on the user’s computer that is tied to information about the user.
Approved Real Estate Academy may place a persistent cookie on a user’s device when they register on ApprovedRealEstateAcademy.com. A persistent cookie is a small text file stored on a user’s device for an extended period of time.
Persistent cookies help users remain logged in and avoid repeatedly entering passwords.
Users may remove cookies by following the instructions provided in their web browser.
Users who disable cookies may still access the website but may experience limited functionality in certain areas.
Log Files
Like most websites, Approved Real Estate Academy uses log files to collect information such as:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Internet service provider (ISP)
• Referring and exit pages
• Platform type
• Date and time stamps
• Number of clicks
This information is used to analyze trends, administer the site, track website usage in aggregate form, and improve overall site performance.
Log file data is not linked to personally identifiable information.
Third Party Advertising and Affiliate Disclosure
Approved Real Estate Academy may participate in affiliate marketing programs.
When visitors click on certain affiliate links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission.
We only recommend products or services that we believe may benefit our students and real estate professionals.
Information Sharing
Approved Real Estate Academy does not sell personal information.
Legal Disclaimer
We may disclose personal information when required to do so by law or when we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or legal processes.
Third Party Intermediaries
We use third-party payment processors to handle credit card transactions for course purchases.
These companies are authorized to use personal information solely for the purpose of processing payments and may not use the information for other purposes.
Business Transitions
If Approved Real Estate Academy undergoes a business transition such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, users’ personal information may be transferred as part of the business assets.
Communications from the Site
Special Offers and Updates
New members receive a welcome email verifying their username and password.
From time to time, members may receive information about:
• Products
• Services
• Special promotions
Users may opt out of promotional emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in each message.
Service Announcements
Occasionally, we may send service-related announcements such as maintenance notifications.
These communications are not promotional in nature and may not allow opt-out while the user maintains an active account.
Choice / Opt-Out
Users who no longer wish to receive promotional communications may opt out by clicking the unsubscribe link in any promotional email.
Users may also request removal from our database by contacting us via email, phone, or postal mail using the contact information listed below.
Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites.
Approved Real Estate Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any website that collects personal information.
This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected on ApprovedRealEstateAcademy.com.
Refer a Friend
Users may choose to refer friends to Approved Real Estate Academy by providing a friend’s name and email address.
A one-time invitation email will be sent to the referred individual.
This information is used solely for the referral invitation and to track the success of the referral program.
Public Forums
Users should be aware that any information voluntarily shared in public forums, message boards, or community areas may be viewed and collected by others.
Users should exercise caution when posting personal information publicly.
Security
Approved Real Estate Academy takes every precaution to protect user information.
Sensitive data such as payment information is encrypted and transmitted securely using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology.
Access to personal information within our organization is limited to employees who require the information to perform specific tasks.
Our servers storing personal information are maintained in secure environments.
If you have questions about security practices, please contact us at:
Pam@ApprovedRealEstateAcademy.com
Access to Personal Information
Upon request, users may obtain access to personal information maintained about them, including:
• Contact information
• Transaction history
• Account information
• Unique identifiers
Users may also request corrections to inaccurate information.
Requests may be submitted by contacting us using the information below.
California residents may also exercise additional privacy rights described in our:
California Privacy Notice
Notification of Changes
If our privacy practices change in a material way, we will notify users whose personal information we maintain before using the information for new purposes.
Users will have an opportunity to opt out of any new uses of their information.
Other Legal Requirements
Additional privacy disclosures may be required under applicable laws, including:
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
• California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)
California residents should review our California Privacy Notice for additional information about their privacy rights.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Approved Real Estate Academy
4040 Barranca Pkwy., Ste. 100
Irvine, CA 92604
Phone: 714-721-1690
Email: Pam@ApprovedRealEstateAcademy.com