FCA seeks views on how to help close the protection gap
The FCA has called on the insurance industry to help more consumers access products that support them and their families if they become critically ill or die. The interim findings of its competition review of pure protection products found that, for those consumers that have taken out protection
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How I Paid Off $155,000 of Debt in 16 Months
Seeing a six-figure debt balance after graduating can feel overwhelming, especially when you did everything “right.” That’s exactly how Arden felt when she realized she had over $155,000 in student loan debt. In this guest post, Arden shares how she paid off $155,000 of debt in just 16
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OFSI and partners clamp down on the abuse of cryptoassets
We’re working closely with the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI), UK law enforcement, and our regulatory partners to tackle the abuse of cryptoassets and associated money‑laundering activities. Read the full blog on the OFSI’s website. FCASource
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8 Top Work From Home Business Ideas for 2026
Have you ever dreamed of working from home? Maybe you want more freedom with your schedule. Maybe you want to spend more time with your family. Or maybe you just want to escape the 9‑to‑5 grind that never seems to end. I’ve been working from home for over
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17 Best Side Hustles for Book Lovers
Do you want to know about the best side hustles for book lovers? I read 70 books last year, and so far in the last week, I have read 6, so reading is definitely a passion of mine. If you’re a fan of reading like I am, you
Read MoreEmil the Seal hijacks Waterloo station to warn commuters about investment scams
FCA stunt launches new Firm Checker tool as around 700,000 people lose money to investment scams. Morning commuters at London Waterloo got more than their usual caffeine hit today when a mysterious 'ATM' promising to 'give away a fortune' stopped them in their tracks – and revealed an
Read MoreNext steps for establishing a bond consolidated tape provider
We have signed a contract with Etrading Software (ETS) to deliver the UK bond consolidated tape. A high-quality tape will provide investors with a comprehensive overview of the bond market and support price formation and liquidity. It will help maintain the UK’s position as a highly competitive and
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How We Quit Our 9-5 Jobs and Built a $1,000,000+ Online Business to Reach Financial Freedom
One of my favorite things about running Making Sense of Cents is getting to share real stories from people who started right where many of you are now – feeling stuck, in debt, and wanting more freedom. Kelan and Brittany found my blog years ago when they were
Read MoreMills Review to consider how AI will reshape retail financial services
The FCA has launched a review into the implications of advanced AI on consumers, retail financial markets and regulators. The Review will be led by Sheldon Mills and builds on the FCA’s existing work on AI. This includes its AI Discussion Paper, AI Sprint, and AI Lab including
Read MoreHow Mortgage Lenders Streamline the Path to Affordable Homeownership
This article is a paid partnership with Assurance Financial. The content was provided by the advertiser and is published for informational purposes only. Affordable homeownership is rarely just about finding the right house. Instead, it’s about navigating financing decisions that can shape long-term financial stability. Mortgage lenders play
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