Regulation

FOS pushes ahead with plans to name firms involved in disputes

IFAonline | 31 Jan 2012 | 16:20

The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) looks set to hold its ground on plans to include the names of businesses involved when it starts publishing final decisions.

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FSA cracks down on commercial property lending

IFAonline | 12 Dec 2011 | 07:54

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is tightening its oversight of commercial property lending in a move which could increase the cost of loans significantly.

FSA fines non-advised mortgage business

IFAonline | 24 Nov 2011 | 11:35

The FSA has fined Fastmoney - a non-advised mortgage and bridging loan contract arranger - £28,000 for failing to ensure that customers were treated fairly.

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Virgin Money: The birth of a mortgage lender

IFAonline | 17 Nov 2011 | 14:15

The Virgin Money buy-out brings with it both good and bad news, but it is the latter - the £653m loss to taxpayers - that will make all the headlines tomorrow.

Blog: Is booze the secret factor to enhanced annuities?

IFAonline | 10 Feb 2012 | 09:00

Clients can qualify for enhanced annuity rates for a range of conditions these days, including obesity, high blood pressure and previous medical treatment.

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