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New UK proposals to tackle scam adverts: what they could mean for fraud victims
New UK scam advert proposals could strengthen protections and routes for fraud victims. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
August 11, 2026
Why some car finance agreements may not qualify under the FCA redress scheme
Car finance agreements that may be excluded from FCA redress explained clearly. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
August 10, 2026
Car finance claim spam texts are rising: how to tell a genuine company from an unsolicited marketer
Beware rising car finance claim spam. Learn how to spot genuine firms from unsolicited marketers. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
August 06, 2026
Received a provisional car finance redress decision? What to check before accepting it
Check key details before accepting a provisional car finance redress decision. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
August 05, 2026
Car finance redress scheme partially suspended: what drivers should do next
Car finance redress scheme paused: what drivers should check now and how to prepare next. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
August 03, 2026
How to check an investment firm after the FCA’s latest scam crackdown
Check an investment firm safely after the FCA’s latest scam crackdown with key warning signs. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
July 31, 2026
Consumer Credit Act reform: what it could mean for old payday and catalogue loan refunds
Consumer Credit Act reform could affect old payday and catalogue loan refund claims. ...more
Payday Loan Refund
July 28, 2026
One year of the APP scam refund rules: are victims actually getting their money back?
Are APP scam victims getting refunds? Review one year of the new bank reimbursement rules. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
July 22, 2026
Fake car finance compensation calls are spreading while payouts are paused
Beware fake car finance compensation calls while payouts are paused. Learn what to check. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
July 21, 2026
Should you complain about your car finance now, or wait for your lender to get in touch?
Complain now or wait? Understand your car finance options before deciding. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
July 14, 2026
Car finance payouts paused: what the July suspension means if you're still waiting
Car finance payouts are paused. See what July’s suspension means if you’re waiting. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
July 13, 2026
Spotting fake car finance compensation scams during the ongoing FCA delays
Avoid fake car finance scam claims during FCA delays with practical warning signs. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
July 08, 2026
June 2026 High Court ruling adds weight to stolen crypto recovery claims
June 2026 High Court ruling strengthens stolen crypto recovery claims and asset tracing. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
July 06, 2026•4 min read
How the FCA's 3% interest rule could boost your mis-sold car finance payout
FCA 3% interest rule could increase mis-sold car finance payouts. ...more
PCP Finance Mis Sold
July 03, 2026
FCA car finance compensation scheme partly suspended: why you should still get your claim ready
FCA car finance scheme partly paused, but you can still prepare your compensation claim. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
July 02, 2026
Can you check your landlord’s electrical safety record? The new reporting measure explained
Check how the new reporting measure helps tenants review landlord electrical safety records. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
July 01, 2026
High-interest loan spam texts: what borrowers should check before accepting credit
Check key warning signs before accepting credit from high-interest loan spam texts. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 30, 2026
Your landlord says there is no repair record: what evidence should you keep?
What repair evidence tenants should keep when landlords deny records. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
June 29, 2026
Car finance redress may be delayed again: what should you do while the court challenges continue?
Car finance redress delayed again? Learn what to do while court challenges continue. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
June 25, 2026
Misleading car finance “money tips” on social media: what consumers should check
Check misleading car finance tips online and learn what to verify before making a claim. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 25, 2026
Does a football sponsorship mean a crypto or trading firm is safe?
Does football sponsorship make a crypto or trading firm safe? Learn what to check first. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 24, 2026
How victims are compensated after a Ponzi scheme confiscation order
Learn how victims may be repaid after a Ponzi scheme confiscation order. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 23, 2026
AI investment scams are getting harder to spot: what evidence should you save?
Learn what evidence to save if you suspect an AI investment scam. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 22, 2026
The Rise of Escrow Crypto Scams and How to Recover Your Stolen Funds
Learn how escrow crypto scams work and what steps may help recover stolen funds. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 19, 2026
Are Private Renters Protected by the New 2026 Housing Disrepair Rules?
Know your rights as a private renter under the new 2026 housing disrepair rules. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
June 18, 2026
The Supreme Court motor finance ruling and hidden car dealer commissions
Understand the Supreme Court ruling on hidden car dealer commissions and what it means for drivers. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
June 17, 2026
Unaffordable Lending and the July 2026 BNPL Regulations Explained
Understand unaffordable lending and the new July 2026 BNPL regulations. ...more
Payday Loan Refund
June 15, 2026
Awaab’s Law Expands in 2026: New Landlord Rules for Cold, Fire and Electrical Hazards
Awaab’s Law 2026 brings new landlord duties on cold, fire and electrical hazards. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
June 09, 2026
What the New FCA Motor Finance Redress Scheme Means for Your PCP Claim
Understand the FCA motor finance redress scheme and how it may affect your PCP claim. ...more
PCP Finance Mis Sold
June 08, 2026
Rogue Landlords vs Rogue Lenders: The True Cost of Ignoring Consumer Rights in 2026
The 2026 cost of rogue landlords, rogue lenders and ignored consumer rights. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
June 04, 2026
Can You Still Make a Payday Loan Claim if the Lender Has Gone Into Administration?
Can you claim compensation if your payday lender has entered administration? Find out here. ...more
Payday Loan Refund
June 03, 2026
How to Tell if Your High-Interest Credit Card Was Irresponsibly Lent to You
Check if your high-interest credit card was irresponsibly lent and what to do next. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 02, 2026
Trapped in a cycle of catalogue debt? Why the lender might be legally at fault
Catalogue debt spiralling? Find out when the lender may be legally at fault. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
June 01, 2026
Bank Refusing Your Crypto Scam Refund? How to Challenge the Gross Negligence Excuse
Bank refusing your crypto scam refund? Learn how to challenge gross negligence excuses. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
May 28, 2026
Awaab's Law in 2026: The Strict New Deadlines Your Council Landlord Must Meet for Mould and Damp
Awaab’s Law 2026 sets strict damp and mould repair deadlines for council landlords. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
May 28, 2026
The Renters' Rights Act Has Arrived: Can You Report Damp Without the Fear of a No-Fault Eviction?
Know your rights on reporting damp without fearing a no-fault eviction. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
May 27, 2026
The New Origin of APP Fraud: Why Social Media Platforms Aren't Protecting You From Crypto Scams
How social media fuels APP fraud and why crypto scam victims need better protection. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
May 26, 2026
The May 2026 FCA Car Finance Update: What the Extended Complaint Deadlines Mean for Your Claim
If you have been waiting for news on a car finance commission complaint... ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
May 25, 2026
Crypto Recovery Evidence: Wallet Addresses, Screenshots, and Messages That Can Support Your Case
Losing money to a cryptocurrency scam can feel final, but it is not always the end of the matter. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
May 20, 2026
Condensation Blame Culture: What Happens When a Landlord Says the Damp Is Your Fault
Condensation is an attractive explanation for landlords because it shifts responsibility away... ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
May 20, 2026
Bank Statements, Credit Files, and Income Checks: What Lenders Should Have Looked At Before Approving Credit
When a lender says yes to a credit application, it should mean something... ...more
Payday Loan Refund
May 19, 2026
Part Exchange and Car Finance Mis-Selling: When Your Old Car Value Affected the New Agreement Unfairly
Understand how part exchange may affect car finance mis-selling claims unfairly. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
May 18, 2026
Romance Scams and Payment Requests: When Emotional Manipulation Leads to Financial Loss
Learn how romance scams use emotional pressure to request money and cause financial loss. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
May 14, 2026
Noise, Dust, and Disruption During Repairs: Can You Claim for the Way Works Were Carried Out?
Can you claim for noise, dust or disruption during repair works? Learn your rights. ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
May 13, 2026
Changing the Term of Your Car Finance: When Smaller Monthly Payments Mean a Worse Deal Overall
Changing car finance terms can lower payments but increase your total cost. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
May 12, 2026
Pre-Contract Explanations in Car Finance: What You Should Have Been Told Before Signing
What you should have been told before signing a car finance agreement. ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
May 11, 2026
Joint Car Finance Agreements: Who Can Complain and Who Receives Compensation?
Who can complain and get compensation in a joint car finance agreement? ...more
Mis Sold Car Finance
May 08, 2026
Scam Recovery After a Fake Broker Scheme: What Victims Should Do in the First 48 Hours
Hit by a fake broker scam? Learn what to do in the first 48 hours to protect your money. ...more
Scam Recovery Services
May 07, 2026
Guarantor Loans Gone Wrong: When the Borrower or Guarantor May Have Grounds to Complain
Guarantor loans were sold, for many years, as a straightforward solution for people with poor... ...more
PCP Finance Mis Sold
May 06, 2026
Communal Area Disrepair: Can You Claim for Problems in Hallways, Lifts, and Shared Entrances?
Can you claim for communal area disrepair? Learn your rights for hallways, lifts and shared entrance ...more
Housing Disrepair Claims
May 05, 2026
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