Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 6, 2026

Last Updated: October 6, 2026

Determined Realty (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operated by Hope Herron, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, online tools, interactive calculators, and real estate services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services across Washtenaw, Livingston, Jackson, Monroe, Lenawee, and Wayne counties in Michigan.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or can be associated with you (“Personal Information”). The types of information we collect depend on how you interact with our site and services:

A. Information You Provide directly to Us

  • Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you fill out contact forms, schedule a property tour, or request information.

  • Property & Interactive Tool Data: Information you input into our interactive website features—such as acreage, purchase price estimates, zoning preferences, utility requirements, and financing details submitted through our Buildability Checklist, Land IQ tool, or Land Affordability Calculator.

  • Communication Preferences: Your preferences for receiving property updates, market reports, SMS messages, or promotional emails.

B. Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our site, we may automatically collect standard usage and device data:

  • Usage Details: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the date/time of your visit.

  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to enhance site functionality, analyze site traffic, and personalize your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for business and operational purposes, including:

  • Delivering Requested Services: Providing custom buildability estimates, parcel checklists, property search results, and representation throughout your real estate transaction.

  • Client Communications: Responding to inquiries, scheduling on-site land tours or home viewings, and providing follow-up information related to your parcel or market search.

  • Improving Our Website & Tools: Analyzing usage trends to optimize interactive tools like Land IQ, improving site navigation, and refining marketing efforts.

  • Marketing & Updates: Sending newsletter updates, new listing alerts, local Southeast Michigan market reports, and event information (you may opt out at any time).

  • Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Complying with applicable real estate licensing laws, legal processes, or contractual obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Information to third parties for commercial or marketing purposes. We may share your information only under the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors and service providers who assist us in operating our website, hosting interactive tools, managing CRM databases, or sending email/SMS communications on our behalf. These parties are obligated to keep your information confidential.

  • Real Estate Transaction Partners: During an active transaction or property evaluation, we may share relevant details with third parties necessary to complete your real estate goals (e.g., title companies, lenders, inspectors, surveyors, or township officials), solely with your direction or consent.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, governmental regulation, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Determined Realty, our clients, or others.

4. SMS & Mobile Communications

If you opt in to receive text/SMS messages from Hope Herron or Determined Realty:

  • Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

  • Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties.

  • You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any text message received.

5. Third-Party Links & Interactive Tools

Our website may contain links to external sites, county health departments, township zoning offices, or third-party resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data collection policies of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

6. Data Security & Disclaimer

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Interactive Tool Disclaimer: Data submitted through estimators like the Buildability Checklist or Land IQ tool is used solely to generate directional planning ranges and next steps for your convenience. Submitting data through these tools does not constitute a formal contract, appraisal, or guarantee of parcel buildability or development costs.

7. Your Choices & Opt-Out Options

  • Email Marketing: You can unsubscribe from promotional or automated emails at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.

  • Cookies: You can configure your web browser to disable or clear cookies.

  • Access & Updates: You may contact us at any time to request updates, corrections, or deletion of the personal information you have provided to us.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are directed to adults interested in purchasing or selling real estate. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Hope Herron

Determined Realty

455 E Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Phone: (734) 417-7710

Website: determinedrealty.com

Service Framework

The Determined Approach

A structured, client-first process designed to simplify your real estate journey across Southeast Michigan.

Guided First-Time
Home Buying

We guide you through every step of purchasing your starter home, from mortgage pre-approvals to targeted neighborhood searches.

This includes analyzing local MLS inventory, structuring competitive offers, and navigating inspections so you buy with total peace of mind.

Land IQ & Site
Evaluation

We evaluate raw acreage and vacant parcels using real-time MLS data to uncover hidden site-prep costs before you commit.

Our focus is reviewing zoning rules, utility access, and road frontage across our 6 service counties to ensure your land plan is fully viable.

New Construction
Advocacy

We provide independent representation when working with regional builders to protect your financial interests throughout the build process.

This includes negotiating upgrade options, monitoring build timelines, and ensuring your final walkthrough meets all quality standards.

Ready to Start Your Next Chapter?

Whether you are buying your first home, evaluating raw acreage, or planning a sale across Southeast Michigan, Hope Herron is here to provide dedicated, service-first guidance every step of the way.

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Land IQ

A quick-look buildability and investment estimator for vacant land in Washtenaw, Livingston, Jackson, Monroe, Lenawee and Wayne counties, Michigan. Enter what you know about a parcel and see what it may take to make it build-ready.

Parcel details
Access & utilities
Water & sewer
Road frontage
Buildability score
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Estimated total investment
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Estimated additional costs

ItemEstimated range

County notes

Your next steps

    Walk the parcel with Hope before you buy.

    Land tours instead of open houses: zoning, access and use potential, on site.

    Call Hope

    Estimates are directional planning ranges based on typical Southeast Michigan land-development costs. They are not a quote, appraisal, or guarantee. Actual costs vary by soil type, perc test results, township requirements, and utility distance. Always confirm zoning, access, and utility feasibility with the relevant township, county health department, and a licensed contractor before purchase.

    Buildability Checklist

    Answer three quick questions and get a personalized next-steps checklist for your parcel.

    What do you want to do with the land?

    Are utilities already on the parcel?

    Do you know the parcel's zoning?

    Your Buildability Checklist

    Based on your answers — not a substitute for a survey, perc test, or county confirmation, but a solid starting point.
    Get the Land IQ Estimate for This Parcel →