Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November, 2024

The Real Estate Investment Institute (“REI”) is committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or communicate with us. We will never sell, trade, or rent your personal information to any unauthorized third party.

1. Information We Collect and How We Use It

We may collect personal information (such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment information) when you voluntarily provide it to us through our website, email communications, or at our events. REI collects this information to provide you with a personalized experience, including access to our training courses, events, and products.

We may also collect non-personally identifiable information through automated means as you navigate our site. This includes information about your device and connection to the internet (e.g., IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior) to enhance site functionality and analyze site usage. Cookies and similar tracking technologies may be used to provide a customized experience, including remembering your preferences and displaying relevant advertisements.

2. How We Share Your Information

REI may share your information with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our site, conducting our business, and delivering services to you (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, or analytics partners). These providers are required to keep your information secure and use it solely to fulfill our services. We may also disclose your information if required by law, to protect the rights, property, or safety of REI, our users, or the public.

If REI undergoes a business transition such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user information may be among the transferred assets.

3. Third-Party Websites and Links

Our website may include links to external websites operated by third parties. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such sites, and REI is not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

4. Advertising and Analytics

REI may use third-party advertising services, such as Google Analytics and Facebook Advertising, to help us understand user behavior and deliver relevant advertising. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to gather information about your activities on our site and other websites over time. You can adjust your ad settings on Google and Facebook to limit targeted advertising.

5. Data Security

REI is committed to safeguarding your personal information. We use various administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to keep your data secure, no security measures are foolproof, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users as required by law.

6. Your Rights and Choices

If you reside in the European Economic Area (EEA) or certain other regions, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, update, or delete your data. You can exercise these rights by contacting us at the information below.

You may unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by following the instructions in the email or contacting us directly. Please note that unsubscribing from marketing communications will not affect transactional emails regarding your account or services.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it from our records.

8. Updates to This Policy

REI may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Any updates will be effective upon posting on this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:

Real Estate Investment Institute
Email: support@rei.institute

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and the use of this site are governed by Ontario law. Any disputes related to this policy will first be attempted to resolve through mediation in Toronto. If resolution is not achieved, we agree to binding arbitration under the rules of the Canadian and American Arbitration Association in Toronto, Ontario.