Warning: Almost 5,000 Fake FCA Scams Reported This Year – Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Fraudsters are becoming relentlessly more sophisticated, and financial scams are on the rise. In the first half of 2025 alone, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) received over 4,400 reports of criminals pretending to be their staff, with hundreds of people tragically losing significant savings.
As a homeowner or landlord, you are often a key target because criminals assume you have substantial assets. That’s why we, as your mortgage broker, want to make sure you have the latest, most reliable information to help you stay safe. We work with a comprehensive panel of lenders to help you secure your home financing, and our commitment to your financial well-being doesn’t end there.
In this vital alert, we’ll break down the latest tactics being used—from fake County Court Judgements to ‘pig butchering’ scams—and share the essential advice the FCA gives to protect yourself, your family, and your hard-earned assets from these ruthless criminals.