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Merge to Survive: IFA Firm Acquisitions and Mergers Show Steady Growth in 2024
New data reveals a notable increase in acquisitions among Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) firms, with 9% of firms having acquired other businesses…
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Transact continues to drive adviser efficiencies as partner CURO connects to its Remuneration API
The CURO connection to Transact’s Remuneration API is a significant step in the development of the CURO offering and for Transact in…
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OMS launches Second Charges Quick Quote pilot
One Mortgage System (OMS), the technology-led single input enquiry-to-completion processing platform for intermediaries, has launched a pilot for Second Charges Quick Quote,…
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£110 million windfall for HMRC as estimated 1.1 million late with tax returns
Over 11.5 million taxpayers met the self-assessment deadline last Friday, according to figures released by HMRC. But an estimated 1.1 million failed to…
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The lang cat unveils new functionality on its Analyser reg tech – supporting advisers with evidencing platform switching
Financial consultancy the lang cat unveils market leading functionality on its Analyser reg tech software today. This will support advisers with the…
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Podcast #105: Financial services in an AI era with Stuart Breyer from Mallowstreet
In our latest IFA Talk podcast, hosts Jenny and Brandon sit down with Stuart Breyer, CEO of Mallowstreet, to talk all things…
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Market Analysis: Are US tech stocks in trouble?
By Daniela Sabin Hathorn, senior market analyst at Capital.com The emergence of DeepSeek earlier this week sent shockwaves through the market, sparking…
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FCA sets out further proposals to support growing business and investment opportunities
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has set out proposals to make it easier for listed companies to issue corporate bonds that wealth…
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Brooks Macdonald completes acquisition of LIFT-Financial Group
Following the announcement back in October 2024, Brooks Macdonald Group has today announced that it has completed the acquisition of LIFT-Financial Group…
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Gillian Grace joins Countrywide Surveying Services as Managing Surveyor
Countrywide Surveying Services (CSS), a leading provider of property risk management, valuations, and customer surveys in the UK, has announced the appointment…

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