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1st Time Buyers Mortgage - NO DEPOSIT

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  • poppy10 wrote: »
    Is it this bunch of shysters?

    I tired to PM you. Not sure if it sent?
  • poppy10_2
    poppy10_2 Posts: 6,597 Forumite
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    edited 2 December 2011 at 12:08AM
    armal1988 wrote: »

    I tired to PM you. Not sure if it sent?
    I've got no direct knowledge of the company, but the steps they are advocating are unethical and likely fraudulent. Do this, especially the second part:
    kingstreet wrote: »
    Find the firm recommending this "arrangement" on the FSA register. If it is authorised and regulated by the FSA, you can report their activities. If enough complain, the firm will be targeted for more rigorous monitoring and enforcement activity;-

    http://www.fsa.gov.uk/register/firmSearchForm.do

    You could also contact Halifax directly (Mortgage Compliance) and tell them of this scheme. They cancel agencies of firms they believe are guilty of fraudulent activity.
    poppy10
  • poacherp
    poacherp Posts: 1,696 Forumite
    I come across this type of product quite regularly - it normally comes with a barge pole!! ;)
  • Thanks for everyones feedback on this scheme. I will report them Monday morning and hopefully they get what is coming to them.
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