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Privacy Policy & Compliance Information

The Smith Mortgage Group is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This page outlines our privacy practices, compliance policies, and licensing information.

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FCRA Compliance

The Smith Mortgage Group complies fully with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and other federal and state credit reporting laws. We are committed to maintaining the accuracy, confidentiality, and appropriate use of consumer information.

Your Rights Under FCRA: You have the right to know what information we report to credit bureaus, dispute inaccurate information, and receive notification when adverse action is taken based on your credit report.

Our procedures ensure that:

  • We obtain consumer reports only for permissible purposes
  • We provide required disclosures when taking adverse action based on credit information
  • We maintain reasonable procedures to ensure maximum possible accuracy of reported information
  • We investigate disputes regarding the accuracy of information within 30 days as required by law
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Privacy Policy

At The Smith Mortgage Group, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, Social Security number, income information, credit history, and property information when you apply for a mortgage or request our services.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process your mortgage application and determine loan eligibility
  • Provide you with information about mortgage products and services
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Improve our website and services
  • Communicate with you about your application and our services

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

  • Lenders and investors to process your mortgage application
  • Service providers who assist us in our operations
  • Government agencies as required by law
  • Credit bureaus to report your payment history
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Licensing Information by State

The Smith Mortgage Group is licensed to conduct mortgage lending activities in all 50 states and maintains compliance with state-specific regulations. Below is a partial list of our state licenses:

For complete licensing information in your state, please contact us using the information below. All our loan officers are properly licensed in the states where they conduct business.

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Fair Lending Practices

The Smith Mortgage Group is committed to fair lending and equal opportunity in housing. We do not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, disability, or receipt of public assistance.

Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)

We comply with ECOA regulations, ensuring all credit applicants are treated fairly and evaluated based on legitimate financial criteria.

Fair Housing Act

We adhere to the Fair Housing Act, prohibiting discrimination in residential real estate transactions.

Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA)

We collect and report data as required by HMDA to help identify potential discriminatory lending patterns.

Our underwriting decisions are based solely on legitimate financial factors including credit history, income, employment, assets, and property value.

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Mortgage Broker Disclosure

The Smith Mortgage Group operates as a mortgage broker in certain states and as a mortgage lender in others. As a mortgage broker, we work with multiple lenders to find the best loan options for our clients.

Important Disclosure: As a mortgage broker, we may receive compensation from lenders for arranging your loan. This compensation does not affect your loan terms or interest rate. We are required by law to provide you with a Loan Estimate that clearly discloses all costs associated with your loan.

When we act as a mortgage broker, we:

  • Shop multiple lenders to find competitive rates and terms
  • Provide you with loan options from various lenders
  • Help you complete your application and gather required documentation
  • Guide you through the mortgage process from application to closing

Our goal is to find you the best mortgage solution whether we act as a broker or a lender. We will clearly disclose our role in your transaction and any compensation we receive.

Contact Us for Privacy & Compliance Questions

If you have questions about our privacy practices, want to exercise your rights under privacy laws, or need more information about our compliance policies, please contact us:

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Last Updated: March 2024 | The Smith Mortgage Group, 605 Delray Street, Shelbyville, TN 37160

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