About Us
Private Finance Group is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals and takes its responsibilities regarding the security of data very seriously. We abide by the rules of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) upheld by the Information Commissioner Officer (ICO) and are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to advise on and arrange mortgage loans. This includes processing any personal data lawfully, fairly and in a transparent manner.
The Group comprises two entities, one UK based and the other EU based, which jointly receive and own data collected through the Group websites.
UK
Private Finance Group UK
FCA Registration number: 741190
Data Protection register: No. Z1962125
EU
Finance Advisers SAS (Trading as Private Finance Group EU)
Orias number 18005285
Data protection Register ZB297276
Information collected via our website
We collect web usage information when you visit our website including information such as the date, time, page viewed or searched relating to your browsing activity. Where you have provided personal data we may collect web usage information to enable us to build a demographic profile.
We may also use web usage information to create statistical data regarding the use of our website. Where statistical data is produced we may then use that data to help us assess the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, develop and deliver services and information to improve the overall effectiveness of our website. We will also use IP addresses to analyse trends, track users movements and gather broad demographic information for our own internal use.
Within our website you can interact with us, if you so wish. Where you provide your personal data on our website it will be taken as a positive action that you would like us to contact you for the purpose as set out on our website.
Cookies
When you visit our website we may store some information (commonly known as a cookie) on your computer. Cookies do not damage your computer. Cookies are pieces of information that a website transfers to your hard drive to store and sometimes track information about you. Cookies are specific to the server that created them. They cannot be accessed by other servers. You do not have to accept cookies. You can decide if you want to accept cookies by changing the settings on your browser to either accept, reject or notify you when a cookie is set. All cookies used by this website are used in accordance with current UK and EU Cookie Law.
Type of Cookie Purpose
Strictly necessary cookies. These are cookies that are required for the operation of our website. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas of our website. Like most websites, our site uses Google Analytics (GA) to track user interaction. We use this data to determine the number of people using our site, to better understand how they find and use our web pages and to see their journey through the website. Although GA records data such as your geographical location, device, internet browser and operating system, none of this information personally identifies you to us.
Linking to third party websites
We do not take responsibility for the privacy polices or practices of other sites, even where you access them using links from our website. You are advised to read the Privacy Notice of other websites prior to using them.
What information do we collect about you if you are interested in our services and why?
As a Brokerage and as part of our service we will only collect information from you so that we can advise on and arrange mortgage loans that maybe suitable for you. In the financial services industry we call this factfinding which provides us with all the information that we need from you in order to provide you a with suitable product that meets your circumstances and requirements.
When obtaining information from you we will do this by phone, email or post and will confirm the accuracy of the data collated. It is important that all the data we hold on you is accurate so that we can advise on and arrange mortgage loans suitable products to you.
The types of information we will collect from you includes; contact details, occupation, income and expenditure, credit details, mortgage requirements, insurance requirements, existing policies, solicitors/accountants details, bank details]. In addition, we may collect sensitive personal data such as medical conditions or criminal offence data where required to do so to arrange a policy on your behalf.
Contact details received from a third party lead generator
Occasionally we may receive your contact details from a third party lead generators such as real estate agents who you have expressed an interest in the products/service we have to offer. Where we use lead generators we will request from them that they have obtained your consent and have made it clear to you that they will pass your details on to a firm such as ours and that you will be expecting us to contact you.
Information from other sources
We may obtain information from other sources such as public records, if required. This is to enable us to verify who you are or facts that you have told us are accurate.
How will we use this information?
We will only use your data in ways that you would reasonably expect us to. Below summarises how we use your data.
We will use the information you provide to us to research the market on your behalf to find a suitable policy that meets your circumstances and needs. Once we have carried out research we will provide you with a personalised illustration detailing the product information. Whilst you consider the illustration we will remain in touch to answer any questions you may have.
If you are happy to proceed we will then use your data to complete an application form which will then be forwarded to the relevant Lender.or insurer We will then liaise with them on your behalf until the policy has been arranged.
We will then contact you at renewal or when your policy is due to be reviewed so that we can continue to ensure that the policy you have in place remains suitable. Where your circumstances or personal information have changed we will update our records and notify the Lender or Insurer to do the same.
We will also use your data to assist in handling a complaint if you are not happy with the service you have received.
As part of our service we like to keep our customers up to date with new products or offers that are available and maybe of interest. Therefore, we may contact you from time to time through email marketing, phone, text or other types of marketing material. If you wish to opt out of this at any point then please let us know.
In the interest to improve our services, telephone calls may be monitored and/or recorded for training purposes and to assist us handle a complaint. Where we record the call you will be informed of this.
The lawful basis on which we use this information
How we use your information (detailed above) we will do so using the lawful basis legitimate interests. We have decided upon this basis as it allows us to meet with the ICO and FCA rules and is the most suitable lawful basis for processing data with a view to arranging a policy.
Who will it be shared with?
As stated above, if you wish to proceed to take out a mortgage product or policy then we will pass your details on to the [Lender/Insurer] the policy/loan will be arranged with. The information we pass on will be detailed within the application we complete on your behalf. We may also liaise with your Solicitor and/or Accountant where relevant to arrange a product on your behalf.
Where required we may forward your details onto regulatory authorities or fraud agencies where we have a legal obligation to do so to comply with our regulatory requirements or where fraud is suspected. We may do this under the lawful basis legal obligation.
What we will do to ensure the security of personal information
We will not share any of the information you provide to third parties for marketing purposes or store any of your information outside of the European Economic Area. The information you provide will be held securely by us regardless of whether the information is in electronic or physical format. We use leading technologies and security measures to safeguard your information and keep strict security standards to prevent any unauthorised access to it.
How long will we retain your data
We will only hold data for no longer than is necessary. Where we have arranged a policy on your behalf we will keep your file including your personal data and any call recording, on record for a minimum of six years, in line with our regulatory obligation with the FCA. Where we need to hold your file for longer than this then we will inform you of this.
What are your rights?
You have the right to:
Where the processing of your data is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw this consent at anytime by contacting us by phone or email. We do not use automated decision making or profiling systems.
Marketing
Where we need your consent we will ask for this separately. We do not use pre-ticked boxes or make assumptions that you have given your consent. Your consent must be freely given by positively opting in or making a clear affirmative action that you are giving your consent. We will do our very best to ensure you know exactly what you are consenting to and remind you that you may withdraw your consent at anytime by contacting us by email or phone. Where consent is obtained a record of this will be made confirming what you have consented to, the time and date and how consent was obtained.
Customers:Our customers are important to us however we appreciate that on some occasions you may wish to look elsewhere. If you do, we would like to stay in touch and therefore will ask for your consent in order for us to do so.
Potential Customers: Where you have expressed an interest in a product but have then decided not to proceed we would like to keep in touch therefore will ask for your consent to do so in case a product maybe of interest to you at a later date.
Non-Customers: We will only send you information about regulated products or services if we have obtained your consent to do so.
Right to complain
We hope that the service you receive from us is to the high standard you would expect. If at any point you are unhappy with the way we have used your data then please notify: John Busby by either email, post or phone below. If you remain concerned about the way we collect or use your personal data you can raise your concern with the Information Commissions Office (ICO) on 0303 123 1113. For further details you may visit the ICO website www.ico.org.uk
We will tend to disclose the complainants identity to whoever the complaint is about, however if you wish your identity to remain anonymous, we will try to respect that. We will keep your complaint on record for two years once closed or six years if it also relates to how we arranged a policy and falls under the FCA ruling.
Changes to the information
We regularly review and, where necessary update our Privacy Notice. If we plan to use personal data for a new purpose our Privacy Notice will be updated and you will be notified.
How to contact us
If you wish to contact us about the above or any other matter then please contact us at:
John Busby
Private Finance Goup UK Ltd
45 Holmead Road
Fulham
London
SW6 2JD
Tel: 0207 4714 513
Email: gdpr@privatefinancegroup.com
Website: privatefinancegroup.com
Disclaimer
References to “you” or “your” are references to any person accessing this web-site (“Site”).References to “we”, “us” or “our” are references to Spanish Private Finance a brand name of Private Finance Group UK Ltd.
No Liability
We try to ensure that the information on this site is correct, but we do not give any express or implied warranty as to its accuracy. We do not accept any liability for error or omission.We are not liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business or loss of profits) arising in contract, tort or otherwise from the use of or inability to use this site, or any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken as a result of using this site or any such material.
Use of Site
We may in our sole discretion terminate your access to or use of this Site for any reason, including without limitation where we believe that you have not acted in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Site.
Third Party Products and Services
Where we provide hypertext links to third party internet web-sites, such links are not an endorsement by us of any products or services in such web-sites. You use such links entirely at your own risk and we accept no responsibility or liability for the content, use or availability of such web sites. We have not verified the truth or accuracy of any content of such web-sites. This Site may also contain some material provided by third parties and we accept no responsibility or liability for the accuracy of such material. No third party is permitted to link any other web-site to this Site without obtaining our prior written consent.
No offer/warranty
Nothing on this Site should be construed as a solicitation or offer, or recommendation, to acquire a mortgage or to engage in any other transaction, or to provide any mortgage or investment advice or service. Opinions and any other contents at the Site are provided by us for personal use and informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice.
Nothing contained on the Site constitutes investment, legal, tax or other advice and is not to be relied on in making an investment or other decision. You should obtain relevant and specific professional advice before making any investment decision./p>
We reserve the right to modify, suspend or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Site or any part of it, with or without notice, at any time. You agree that we shall not be liable to you or to any third party for any such modification, suspension or discontinuance of the Site.
Copyright
No part of this website may be copied or imitated in whole or in part. No logo, graphic, sound or image from this website may be copied or re-transmitted unless expressly permitted in writing by Private Finance Group UK Ltd.
Trademarks
The trademarks and logos (the Trademarks) used and displayed on this Site are registered and unregistered trademarks of Private Finance Group UK and others. They may not be used in any advertising or other publicity materials in relation to the distribution of any information or materials obtained from this Site without the prior written consent of the Trademark owner.
Governing Law
Any dispute or claim concerning or arising from this website shall be determined in accordance with the law of England and Wales, and the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction in determining such disputes or claims.