Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1 August 2026
1. Introduction
LBBM Investment (Pty) Ltd, trading as The Finance Corporation (“The Finance Corporation”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA), and other applicable South African laws.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
2. About Us
LBBM Investment (Pty) Ltd t/a The Finance Corporation is an unlisted real estate investment trust focused on creating long-term value for its investors through responsible property investment and management.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Full name
Identity or passport number (where required)
Company name
Email address
Telephone number
Residential or business address
Banking details for investment transactions
Tax information where legally required
Investment preferences
Communications submitted through our website
IP address, browser information, cookies, and website usage data
4. How We Collect Information
We collect information when you:
Visit our website
Register as a member or investor
Complete online forms
Subscribe to newsletters
Contact us by email or telephone
Invest in our products or services
Participate in surveys or promotional activities
Some information is collected automatically through cookies and website analytics.
5. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
Process investment applications
Verify your identity
Administer investor accounts
Process dividend payments
Respond to enquiries
Provide customer support
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Improve our website and services
Communicate important updates
Send marketing communications where you have provided consent
6. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
Improve website functionality
Remember user preferences
Analyse website traffic
Enhance user experience
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function correctly.
7. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
Your information may be shared with:
Financial institutions
Auditors
Legal advisers
Regulatory authorities
Service providers who assist in operating our business
Technology providers hosting our website or databases
These parties are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.
8. Protection of Personal Information
We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures designed to protect personal information against:
Unauthorised access
Loss
Misuse
Alteration
Disclosure
Destruction
Despite our efforts, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
9. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
10. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you have the right to:
Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of information where legally permissible
Object to certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website and investment services are not intended for persons under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
13. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.
14. Contact Us
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our processing of personal information, please contact:
LBBM Investment (Pty) Ltd t/a The Finance Corporation
Email: info@thefinancecorporation.co.za
Telephone: 011 968 0146
Website: www.thefinancecorporation.co.za
15. Information Regulator
If you believe your personal information has not been handled in accordance with POPIA, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa).
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/