Name: Patrick Baccanari
Address: 26366 Carmel Rancho Ln., Ste A, Carmel, CA, 93923, US
Telephone: +1 831 330-1575
Price range: $$$

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Patrick Baccanari Properties collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you visit our website at patrickbaccanariproperties.com or otherwise interact with our real estate services. We respect your privacy, and we are committed to handling your information responsibly, transparently, and in compliance with applicable California and federal privacy laws.

Please take a few minutes to read through this policy. If you have any questions about how we handle your information, please reach out to us using the contact details at the end of this document.

1. Who We Are

Patrick Baccanari Properties is a real estate service operated by Patrick Baccanari, a licensed California Realtor (DRE# 02201403), affiliated with eXp Realty of California. Our business is located at 26366 Carmel Rancho Ln., Ste A, Carmel, CA 93923. We serve buyers and sellers throughout Carmel-by-the-Sea, Pebble Beach, the Monterey Peninsula, and surrounding areas of Monterey County, California.

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, references to “we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Company” refer to Patrick Baccanari Properties. References to “you” or “your” refer to any individual visiting our website, contacting our office, or using our real estate services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with us. To make this easier to understand, we’ve grouped the categories below.

Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us, fill out a form on our website, or use our property search tools, you may provide us with information such as:

Your full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Property preferences (location, price range, bedrooms, features)
Buying or selling timeline
Financial pre-qualification status (if voluntarily shared)
Messages, comments, or questions you submit through our contact forms
Any other information you choose to share with us during a consultation

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies. This may include:

Your IP address and approximate geographic location
Browser type and version
Device type, operating system, and screen size
Pages you visit and how long you spend on each page
Referring website or source that brought you to our site
Search terms you used to find our site
Property listings you view or save
Date and time of your visit

Information from MLS and IDX Services

Our website displays real estate listings provided through our IDX (Internet Data Exchange) integration with Optima Express by iHomeFinder, which receives data from MLSListings Inc. and other regional Multiple Listing Services. When you search properties or save listings on our website, your activity may be recorded by the IDX provider in accordance with their own privacy practices.

Information from Third-Party Sources

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as referral partners, mortgage lenders, escrow companies, title companies, public records, and social media platforms when you interact with us through those channels.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide real estate services, including responding to inquiries, scheduling property showings, providing market analyses, and assisting with buying or selling transactions
To communicate with you about properties that match your criteria, market updates, and other information you’ve requested
To send marketing communications, such as newsletters, blog updates, and new listing alerts (you can unsubscribe at any time)
To improve our website and services by analyzing how visitors use our site and identifying areas for improvement
To comply with legal obligations, including California real estate licensing requirements, MLSListings compliance rules, and applicable disclosure laws
To protect our business from fraud, security threats, and other unlawful activity
For business analytics to better understand our market, service offerings, and client needs

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to provide a better user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. Here’s a quick overview of the types of cookies we use:

Essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function properly, such as remembering your search filters or saved listings
Analytics cookies from services like Google Analytics that help us understand how visitors interact with our website
Functional cookies that remember your preferences and settings
Marketing cookies that may be used to deliver relevant advertising on third-party platforms

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, accept only certain types, or delete existing cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Our website also responds to “Do Not Track” signals where technically possible, and California residents have additional rights related to opting out of the sale or sharing of personal information (see Section 8 below).

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information for monetary value. However, we may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

With Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business, such as:

Website hosting and technology providers
Email marketing platforms
Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
IDX/MLS integration providers (Optima Express, iHomeFinder)
Communication and scheduling tools
Legal, accounting, and business advisors

These service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

With Real Estate Transaction Partners

If you engage us in a buying or selling transaction, we may share your information with relevant transaction parties, such as the other party’s agent, escrow officers, title companies, lenders, inspectors, appraisers, and home warranty providers, as needed to complete the transaction.

With eXp Realty of California

As an affiliated agent with eXp Realty of California, certain information may be shared with the brokerage as required by California real estate law and standard industry practice.

For Legal and Regulatory Reasons

We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

In a Business Transaction

If our business is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or similar transaction, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to confidentiality protections.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn), our IDX provider, and external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

Secure web hosting with industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption
Restricted access to personal information based on business need
Secure passwords and authentication for our internal systems
Regular software updates and security maintenance
Confidentiality agreements with employees and service providers

While we work hard to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to taking reasonable steps to protect your data.

8. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). These rights include:

Right to Know

You have the right to request that we disclose what personal information we have collected about you, including the categories of information collected, the sources of that information, the purposes for which it was collected, and the third parties with whom it has been shared.

Right to Delete

You have the right to request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions (such as information we are required to retain for legal, regulatory, or transactional purposes).

Right to Correct

You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information we have about you.

Right to Opt Out of Sale or Sharing

While we do not sell your personal information for monetary value, the term “sharing” under CPRA includes certain advertising-related activities. You have the right to opt out of any such sharing. To exercise this right, please use our contact information below or click any “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link on our website.

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information

You have the right to limit our use and disclosure of sensitive personal information to purposes necessary to provide the services you’ve requested.

Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights. We will not deny you services, charge different prices, or provide a different level of service because you exercised your privacy rights.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information at the bottom of this policy. We will respond to verifiable requests within 45 days, with the possibility of an additional 45-day extension if reasonably necessary. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request to protect your information.

You may also designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf. We will require proof of authorization before processing such requests.

9. Marketing Communications and Email Preferences

If you’ve subscribed to our email list or otherwise consented to receive marketing communications, we may send you emails about properties, market updates, blog content, and other relevant information. You can unsubscribe at any time by:

Clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any marketing email
Replying to any marketing email with “Unsubscribe” in the subject line
Contacting us directly using the information below

Please note that even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send you transactional or service-related communications related to ongoing real estate transactions or required legal disclosures.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to delete that information.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with our legal and regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

For example, real estate transaction records are typically retained for at least seven years to comply with California Department of Real Estate (DRE) requirements and federal record-keeping rules. Marketing-related information is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

12. International Visitors

Our website is intended for use by residents of the United States. If you are visiting our website from outside the United States, please note that your information will be transferred to and stored in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

13. MLSListings Compliance

As a real estate professional displaying property listings through MLSListings Inc., we comply with all applicable MLS rules regarding the display, use, and protection of property listing data. Listing data displayed on our website is provided to MLSListings by participating brokers and agents and may be used by visitors only for personal, non-commercial use related to the search for real estate to purchase.

14. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, notify you through our website or by email. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us using the information below. We’re happy to help.

Patrick Baccanari Properties
Patrick Baccanari, Realtor
DRE# 02201403
eXp Realty of California

📍 26366 Carmel Rancho Ln., Ste A, Carmel, CA 93923
📞 +1 831 230-8756 / +1 831 330-1575
📧 patrick@larsonrealestate.com
🌐 patrickbaccanariproperties.com

By using our website or contacting us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our website or services.