Privacy & Accessibility

Overview

This Privacy and Accessibility Policy (“the Policy”) outlines how Lucas Home Loans, including its affiliates (“Lucas Home Loans” or “we” or “us” or “our”), collects, uses, and protects personally identifiable information provided by consumers (“you” or “your”) while using our website. Lucas Home Loans may share your personal information collected from you or other sources to process your loan, manage your account, or offer products or services through our affiliates or third-party service providers.

We are committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information. We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards that comply with federal, state, and applicable laws to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Access to your personal information is restricted to individuals who need it to perform their job functions.

Website Ownership

This website is owned, managed, and maintained by Lucas Home Loans. By using this website, you consent to the terms of this Policy.

Scope

Who Is Covered by This Privacy Policy

This Policy applies to current and former customers of Lucas Home Loans. If we change our privacy practices in a way that allows us to share additional information about you or disclose it to additional parties, you will be notified in advance.

Policy Statement

This Policy outlines the types of personal information we may collect, how we use or share it, and how you can limit the sharing of your information.

What Personal Information We Collect and Share

The types of personal information we collect and share depend on the product or service you have with us. This information can include but is not limited to the following:

  • Social Security number and employment information;
  • Account balances, transaction history, and credit information;
  • Assets and investment experience;
  • Name, date of birth, email address, postal address, phone number, and mobile number;
  • Debit or credit card details;
  • Information about your device, including IP address and location; and
  • User activity on our websites, apps, and services.

How We Gather Your Personal Information We collect information from the following sources:

  • Applications, forms, and information you provide directly to us;
  • Transactions with us, our affiliates, or others;
  • Federal, state, or local government agencies;
  • Other financial institutions;
  • Consumer reporting agencies and mortgage settlement service providers; and
  • Website visits, cookies, and online activity logs.

Loan-related personal information is stored in our Loan Origination System (LOS), which includes detailed logs of all records created or edited. The LOS is a cloud-based, hosted system used widely in the mortgage lending industry. Lucas Home Loans follows LOS procedures for data management, including data extraction and deletion, in compliance with applicable laws.

Information Collected When Using This Website

We collect anonymous data such as date, time, and activity on the website prior to submitting an application or contact form. Once you submit your information, it will no longer be anonymous.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files that enhance your experience on our website. We use cookies to:

  • Simplify navigation;
  • Save your preferences;
  • Track advertisements;
  • Compile data about site traffic and interactions to improve our services.

You can reject cookies, but doing so may limit your ability to use certain areas of our website. For more details on cookies, visit http://www.aboutcookies.org.

Call Monitoring and Recording

Your telephone communications with us may be monitored or recorded.

Why We Use Your Personal Data We use your personal information for:

  • Business purposes: processing transactions, maintaining accounts, responding to legal requests, and credit reporting;
  • Marketing purposes: promoting products and services through service providers; and
  • Third-party services: sharing your information with service providers offering products or services directly to you.

What Information We Share

We may share your personal information without your consent as permitted by law. This includes sharing with:

  • Regulatory authorities and law enforcement officials;
  • Consumer reporting agencies;
  • Service providers assisting in account management or loan processing; and
  • Parties involved in mergers, acquisitions, or business transfers.

Third-Party Services and Agreements

We may disclose your information to companies performing marketing services on our behalf or financial institutions with joint marketing agreements.

How We Protect Your Personal Information

We restrict access to your personal information to employees and agents who need it to provide services. We use security measures, including physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards, to protect your data.

Links to Other Sites

Our website may include links to third-party websites. These sites operate independently and have their own privacy policies. Lucas Home Loans is not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.

Public Posts

Our website may feature publicly accessible blogs. Information you post in comments may be read and used by others. To request removal of your information, contact us at [Insert Email Address].

Contacting and Marketing

By submitting your information on our website, you consent to:

  • Receiving communications at the contact details provided, even if listed on a Do-Not-Call registry;
  • Contact through automated dialing systems, pre-recorded messages, and other means.

Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Compliance

Lucas Home Loans complies with COPPA and does not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age.

Opting Out or Updating Personal Preferences

You may opt-out of sharing or limit how we contact you by:

  • Emailing: stephaniep@lucaslends.com
  • Calling: 443-451-3479 or
  • Writing: LUCAS Home Loans
    Customer Service Department
    1190 Winterson Road, Suite 300A
    Linthicum, MD 21090

Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page and dated accordingly. Periodically review this page for the latest updates.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Policy, contact us at:

  • Phone: 443-451-3479
  • Email: stephaniep@lucaslends.com
  • Website: www.lucaslends.com
  • Address: LUCAS Home Loans, LLC
    1190 Winterson Road, Suite 300A
    Linthicum, MD 21090

Accessibility

Lucas Home Loans is committed to ensuring our website complies with WCAG 2.0 standards up to Level AA. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us by:

We will provide the information through alternative communication methods consistent with applicable law.

Limitations and Alternatives

While we strive to ensure accessibility, some limitations may exist. Contact us for alternative solutions if you encounter any issues.

Last Revised Date: 1/22/2025