1. Information Collection
We must disclose exactly what data we collect to facilitate a transaction. This typically includes:
* Identifiers: Name, address, Social Security Number (SSN), and(or) government-issued IDs (driver’s license/passport).
* Financial Data: Bank account numbers, wire transfer details, credit history, and others.
2. Use of Information
The policy states that your information is used strictly for "business purposes," such as:
* Processing and closing transactions.
* Communicating with other relevant transactional institutions.
* Verifying identity to prevent fraud or money laundering (AML compliance).
3. Sharing and Disclosure
* Affiliates vs. Non-affiliates: we do not share data with sister companies (like a title insurer) or third parties (like an outside notary).
* No Sale of Data: we do not sell personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
* Legal Necessity: data may be shared with law enforcement or regulatory bodies to comply with subpoenas or "Know Your Customer" (KYC) laws.
4. Consumer Rights and "Opt-Out"
Under federal and state laws.
* The Right to Opt-Out
* Access and Deletion
5. Security Safeguards
* Encryption: Use of secure portals for wire and cryptocurrency instructions (to prevent "Fraud").
* Access Controls: Limiting data access only to employees who need it to process your file.