Investigation of Data Breach at Affordable Mortgage Advisors
Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national law firm specializing in class action claims, is currently investigating significant data privacy issues stemming from a data breach reported at Affordable Mortgage Advisors LLC, which operates under the name HMA Mortgage. This investigation is particularly focused on those customers whose sensitive personal information may have been compromised as a result of this breach.
Background of the Data Breach
Affordable Mortgage Advisors, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been a retail mortgage lender actively engaged in providing home purchase and refinancing loans across several states in the United States. The breach was disclosed to the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation on September 18, 2026, following an incident where unauthorized access to their computer systems was detected.
Preliminary reports indicate that the unauthorized access took place over a period from July 7, 2025, to September 9, 2025. Discovery of the breach was made around August 25, 2025, after which the company conducted a thorough investigation in collaboration with external cybersecurity experts, culminating in a review completed on August 21, 2026. The investigation has revealed that sensitive personal information might have been compromised, although details regarding the full scope of the breach have yet to be confirmed publicly.
Details of the Breach
While the exact nature of the data compromised is not fully disclosed, preliminary reports suggest that it could include:
- - Full names
- - Home addresses
- - Social Security numbers
- - Financial account data such as credit and debit card information
Given the sensitivity of this information, the breach poses a significant risk of identity theft, automated account creation, tax fraud, unauthorized transactions, and various forms of misuse of personal data. Customers that have received notifications regarding this incident are advised to take these alerts seriously and to be proactive in protecting their information.
Who Is Affected?
The investigation by Edelson Lechtzin LLP targets both current and former customers of Affordable Mortgage Advisors and HMA Mortgage who may have had their personal information stored by the company. According to regulatory filings, there are 957 Texas residents, and at least one Massachusetts resident explicitly identified as potentially impacted, with many additional individuals across the nation also likely affected.
Legal Avenues for Victims
In light of the damaging potential of this data breach, Edelson Lechtzin LLP is assessing the possibility of pursuing a class action lawsuit on behalf of individuals whose personal information may have been exposed. A successful outcome could potentially offer compensation for losses incurred, including missed work time, connection costs, and privacy violations, while also promoting improved safeguards for personal data by Affordable Mortgage Advisors.
Individuals impacted by this breach are encouraged to review their accounts, report any suspicious activities, and preserve any related communications regarding the breach. Legal consultation is available at no cost to evaluate rights and potential claims arising from this situation.
Recommended Consumer Protections
To protect themselves from further risks, affected individuals should:
- - Regularly monitor account statements and their credit reports for unauthorized activities.
- - Confirm whether their personal data was implicated in the Affordable Mortgage Advisors breach.
- - Retain copies of any notifications received regarding the breach.
- - Consider enrolling in credit monitoring services and placing fraud alerts or a freeze on their files with major credit bureaus, if such options are provided.
For those seeking assistance, Edelson Lechtzin LLP offers complimentary case evaluations. Affected individuals can confidentially contact an attorney at the law firm to discuss their circumstances and next steps.
Contact Information:
Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP
411 S. State Street, Suite N-300,
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: 844-696-7492
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.edelson-law.com
About Edelson Lechtzin LLP
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a prominent national law firm known for handling class action litigations, including cases related to data breaches, securities fraud, antitrust violations, and consumer protection. With a commitment to safeguarding consumer rights, the firm is actively addressing the fallout from this recent data breach at Affordable Mortgage Advisors.