Accessibility Policy

**Effective Date: 10/16/2024

Bethany Davis, Realtor], we are committed to ensuring that our website, bethanydavishomes.com, is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to adhere to the highest standards of accessibility in accordance with applicable laws and guidelines, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA and other relevant standards.

We believe that every user, regardless of ability, should have equal access to the information and services provided on our website. To achieve this, we continually assess and enhance our website to meet accessibility standards and ensure a positive experience for all visitors.

### 1. Accessibility Goals

We aim to make our website:

- Perceivable: Content should be presented in ways that are easy to see and hear, including for users with visual and hearing impairments.

- Operable: Users should be able to navigate and interact with the website using various assistive technologies, including screen readers and keyboard navigation.

- Understandable: Content should be easy to read, understand, and operate.

- Robust: The website should be compatible with current and future assistive technologies.

### 2. Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

To maintain and improve accessibility, we:

- Regularly review our website’s design and functionality to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.

- Use alt text for images, ensuring they are understandable by screen readers.

- Provide captions or transcripts for multimedia content.

- Ensure that forms and buttons are easily accessible via keyboard navigation.

- Optimize website color contrast to ensure readability for users with low vision.

- Conduct accessibility testing with both automated tools and manual testing procedures to ensure a seamless experience for all users.

### 3. Assistive Technologies and Features

We strive to support the following assistive technologies and features:

- Screen Readers: Our site is designed to be navigable via screen readers, with proper use of headings, links, and accessible form labels.

- Keyboard Navigation: All functionality of the website can be accessed using a keyboard, without the need for a mouse.

- Text Scaling: Users can enlarge text sizes without losing website functionality.

- Contrast Control: Our site has been optimized for high contrast and offers clear visibility of text for users with color blindness or low vision.

- Closed Captions: For any multimedia content, we provide closed captions or transcripts to assist users with hearing impairments.

### 4. Third-Party Content

Our website may include third-party content or links to external websites that we do not control. While we strive to provide accessibility on all parts of our website, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party websites or services.

### 5. Feedback and Reporting Issues

We are committed to continuous improvement of our website’s accessibility. If you experience any accessibility barriers while using our site or have suggestions to improve accessibility, please contact us at:

Bethany Davis, Realtor

Email: [email protected]

When contacting us about an accessibility issue, please provide the following details:

- The specific page or feature you were trying to access.

- The nature of the accessibility problem.

- Your browser, device, and any assistive technologies (if applicable).

We will do our best to respond promptly and address the issue.

### 6. Policy Review

We will periodically review this Accessibility Policy to ensure it remains up to date with current accessibility standards and best practices. Updates to this policy will be posted on this page, with an updated effective date.

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This policy emphasizes a commitment to accessibility and provides users with an easy way to report issues they encounter. Be sure to update it with your specific contact information and company details. This policy also demonstrates ongoing efforts to meet accessibility requirements, which can enhance the overall user experience and help you meet legal compliance.