Last updated: May 20, 2026 · Interactive Business Brokers · CA DRE #02163090
Interactive Business Brokers ("IBB," "we," "us," or "our") operates as a licensed California business brokerage under CA DRE Broker License #02163090. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and care.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit interactivebusinessbrokers.com or contact us in connection with our brokerage services. It also describes your rights as a California resident under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
Information you provide directly: When you submit a contact form, request a business valuation, sign up for our newsletter, or otherwise contact IBB, we collect information including your name, email address, phone number, business type, annual revenue, selling timeline, and any other details you choose to share.
Information collected automatically: When you visit our website, we may automatically collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type and version, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs. This information is collected through standard analytics tools including Google Analytics.
Cookies and tracking technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website, analyze traffic patterns, and improve user experience. See Section 5 for details on managing your cookie preferences.
Third-party tools: We use the following third-party services to operate our website and manage leads. Each has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data:
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
We do not use your personal information for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.
IBB maintains strict confidentiality standards for all business sale, acquisition, and consulting engagements. Information you share about your business — including financials, operations, and exit intentions — is treated as confidential and is not disclosed to third parties without your explicit consent.
All prospective buyers are required to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before receiving confidential information about any listed business. Seller identities and business details are never disclosed in marketing materials without seller authorization.
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking "Decline Optional" in the cookie banner at the bottom of this page, or by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
IBB does not sell your personal information. We do not share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, maintain our professional records as required by California DRE regulations (typically a minimum of three years for transaction records), and comply with applicable laws. Lead and inquiry data collected through our website forms is retained in secure storage and reviewed periodically for relevance.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our lead data is stored in Google Workspace infrastructure, which maintains its own security certifications and standards.
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted to our website.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites including business listing platforms (BizBuySell), financing resources, and lender websites. IBB is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
Our website is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information in Section 14. We will respond to verified requests within 45 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
IBB does not sell your personal information to third parties, and we do not share your personal information with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes.
If you have questions about how your data is handled, or would like to submit a data request, contact us at:
Email: info@interactivebusinessbrokers.com
Subject line: Privacy Request
Phone: (619) 289-7157
We will acknowledge your request within 10 business days and fulfill it within 45 calendar days, or notify you if additional time is required.
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 material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, contact:
Interactive Business Brokers
James Pendley, Broker
CA DRE #02163090
299 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
info@interactivebusinessbrokers.com
(619) 289-7157
The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, or accounting advice. Valuation estimates, industry multiples, and financial information presented on this site are general in nature and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for any business decision.
Business valuations provided by IBB are Opinions of Value based on information supplied by the seller or publicly available market data. They are not formal appraisals and do not constitute a guarantee of sale price. Actual sale prices are determined by market conditions, buyer demand, deal structure, and numerous other factors outside IBB's control.
IBB recommends that all parties to a business transaction engage independent legal counsel, a certified public accountant, and appropriate financial advisors before executing any agreement. IBB is not a law firm, accounting firm, or financial advisory firm.
All information about businesses listed for sale through IBB is provided by the seller. IBB makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of such information and strongly recommends independent verification through due diligence.
Interactive Business Brokers operates under CA DRE Broker License #02163090. Business brokerage services in California require a real estate broker's license.