Here & NowChicago

Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Introduction

Here and Now Chicago, operated by Chandra Shealey of The Biazar Group of North Clybourn Group ("we," "us," or "our"), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.hereandnowchicago.com or interact with our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide when completing our contact form, subscribing to our newsletter, or otherwise communicating with us.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs, collected through analytics tools.
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type used to access our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide real estate services
  • Send you marketing communications, newsletters, and updates about Chicago real estate and lifestyle content (only with your explicit consent)
  • Contact you via call, email, or text message regarding real estate services (only with your explicit consent)
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Sharing

Your data will not be sold or shared with third parties for promotional or marketing purposes.

We may share your information only with the following service providers who assist us in operating our business:

  • Follow Up Boss: Our customer relationship management (CRM) platform used to manage client communications
  • Resend: Our email service provider used to send newsletters and transactional emails
  • Vercel: Our website hosting provider

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and may only use it to provide services on our behalf.

Consent and Opt-In

By submitting your information through our contact form or newsletter signup, and by checking the consent checkbox, you explicitly agree to be contacted by Here and Now Chicago / Chandra Shealey via call, email, and text message for real estate services and marketing communications.

Opt-Out and Unsubscribe

You can opt out of communications at any time by:

  • Replying STOP to any text message
  • Replying HELP for assistance with text messages
  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email
  • Contacting us directly at chandra@ncgchicago.com or (773) 544-2144

Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We do not sell your personal information. You have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt out of any future sale of your personal information. Your data will not be sold or shared with third parties for promotional or marketing purposes.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: