Last Updated: June 5, 2026
1. Information We Collect
SIMS Foreclosure Recovery Firm collects information you provide directly to us, as well as information collected automatically through your use of our website and services.
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Property Information: Address of foreclosed property, foreclosure or tax sale date, and any additional details you provide about your case
- Identification Information: If required to file a claim on your behalf, we may request a copy of a government-issued ID, which is handled per the provisions of this policy
- Communication Data: Any messages, documents, or materials you submit through our website forms, email, or other channels
Information Collected Automatically
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, and referring URL
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data about your interaction with our website
- Device Data: Device type, unique device identifiers, and other technical information about the device used to access our site
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To evaluate and pursue your surplus funds claim: This includes reviewing the information you provide, researching your property and foreclosure records, and determining the viability of a claim
- To communicate with you: Responding to your inquiries, providing case updates, and sending service-related notifications
- To file legal documents: Preparing and submitting petitions, claims, and other filings with Georgia courts and county authorities on your behalf
- To improve our website and services: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience and service quality
- To comply with legal obligations: Maintaining records as required by applicable law, responding to lawful requests from government authorities, and meeting our regulatory obligations
- To send marketing communications: If you have opted in, we may send you periodic updates, newsletters, or promotional materials about our services. You may opt out at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our communications
We do not use your personal information for any purpose other than those described in this Privacy Policy without your consent.
3. Information Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Information may be shared in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business — for example, website hosting providers, IT support services, and cloud storage providers — provided they agree to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purpose for which it was disclosed
- Legal Proceedings: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or other legal process, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others
- Court & Government Filings: Information you provide to us will be included in legal documents filed with Georgia courts and county authorities as part of your surplus funds claim. These filings become part of the public record
- Business Transfers: If SIMS Foreclosure Recovery Firm is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of its assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change via email or a notice on our website
4. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
These measures include, but are not limited to:
- Encrypted transmission of data using SSL/TLS technology on all pages where personal information is submitted
- Access controls restricting employee access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
- Secure storage of physical and electronic records
- Regular review and updating of security practices
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to maintaining appropriate safeguards consistent with industry standards.
If you become aware of any security breach involving your personal information, please contact us immediately at support@simsforeclosure.info.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect usage data.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly. These cookies enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our site.
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (such as language or region) to provide a more personalized experience.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You may choose to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive a warning before a cookie is stored. Note that blocking essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU Users)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Right to Rectification: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information
- Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions
- Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances
- Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to Object: You may object to our processing of your personal information, including for direct marketing purposes
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If our processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@simsforeclosure.info. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.
7. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)
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):
- Right to Know: You may request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the purposes for which we collect it, and whether it has been sold or shared
- Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions
- Right to Correct: You may request that we correct inaccurate personal information we hold about you
- Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (we do not sell your personal information)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights
To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at support@simsforeclosure.info with the subject line "California Privacy Rights Request." We will respond within 45 days.
Note: We do not sell personal information and have no financial incentive to do so.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including to pursue your surplus funds claim, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
Specifically:
- Active client files: Retained for the duration of the engagement and for a minimum of 7 years after the case is closed, as required for legal and accounting purposes
- Website analytics data: Retained for a maximum of 26 months, after which it is deleted or anonymized
- Marketing communications data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent
When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. If deletion is not immediately possible (for example, due to backup systems), we will securely store the data until deletion is feasible.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by SIMS Foreclosure Recovery Firm. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the privacy practices of any third-party websites. If you provide personal information to any third-party site, you do so at your own risk.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services and website are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without verified parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.
If you believe we may have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at support@simsforeclosure.info.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
SIMS Foreclosure Recovery Firm may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:
- Post the updated Privacy Policy on simsforeclosure.info with a revised "Last Updated" date
- Where practical, provide additional notice (for example, via email notification to registered clients)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.