Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Samuelson Development LLC ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and the choices available to you. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Mailing address
• Preferred property or apartment information
• Employment and income information
• Rental history
• Emergency contact information
• Communications submitted through contact forms
• Information submitted through online rental applications

In addition, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Operating system
• Date and time of visits
• Pages viewed
• Referral website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Rental Applications

If you apply for housing through our website, we may collect information necessary to evaluate your application, including:

• Government-issued identification
• Employment verification
• Income verification
• Rental history
• Credit information
• References

Background, credit, and criminal history reports are obtained only through authorized third-party screening providers in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

• Respond to inquiries
• Schedule property tours
• Process rental applications
• Evaluate applicant eligibility
• Communicate with prospective and current residents
• Process maintenance requests
• Provide resident services
• Improve our website and customer experience
• Maintain website security
• Detect fraud and prevent unauthorized activity
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send marketing communications where permitted by law

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, web beacons, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality
• Remember user preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Improve website performance

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Text Messages and Electronic Communications

If you provide your phone number, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy and consent to receive marketing messages and calls from us (including those sent using an autodialer) regarding:

• Leasing inquiries
• Tour scheduling
• Maintenance communications
• Resident notifications
• Other property-related communications

Consent is not a condition of purchase. Text HELP for information and STOP to cancel. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
 

Marketing emails may be discontinued by selecting the Unsubscribe link contained within the email.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third parties that assist us in operating our business, including:

• Property management software providers
• Online application providers
• Credit and background screening companies
• Payment processors
• Maintenance contractors
• Website hosting providers
• Marketing service providers
• Professional advisors
• Government agencies when required by law

These service providers are permitted to use your information only for the services they perform on our behalf.

Data Security

We maintain commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Security Incident Notification

If we discover a security incident involving personal information, we will investigate the incident promptly and provide notice as required by applicable South Dakota and federal law.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Provide requested services
• Process rental applications
• Maintain resident records
• Meet legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements

Information is securely destroyed or anonymized when it is no longer required.

State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain states may have additional privacy rights under applicable law. We will honor requests concerning access, correction, deletion, or other rights to personal information as required by the laws applicable to your state of residence.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to websites operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

This website is intended for adults seeking housing. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

Equal Housing Opportunity

We are committed to Equal Housing Opportunity and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair housing laws.

Personal information collected through this website is used solely for legitimate business purposes and is never used to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant, resident, or prospective resident.

Marketing Communications

Where permitted by law, we may send information regarding available apartments, promotions, community events, or other property-related updates.

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe instructions included in the communication or by contacting us directly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Phone: 605-274-3777
Email: [email protected]

Accessibility

If you require this Privacy Policy in an alternative format due to a disability, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to provide accessible versions upon request.