Your November update from AMI Chief Executive Robert Sinclair

AMI Chief Executive Robert Sinclair gives his November update, including AMI’s Protection Viewpoint, market conditions and future challenges for advisers…

Making the most of AMI Protection Viewpoint findings

AMI’s 2023 Protection Viewpoint report ‘The Perception Gap’ is packed full of findings and insight aimed at mortgage intermediaries…

Consumer Duty – an update

Key Consumer Duty developments and recent communications issued by both AMI and the FCA, with commentary on implications for mortgage intermediary firms…

AR regime – updated AMI Q&A and deadline reminder

Having heard back from the FCA, we have updated AMI’s Q&A documenton the AR regime. We also wanted to remind firms of the upcoming 30 November 2023 deadline…

FCA application window open for firms approving promotions for unauthorised persons

Firms that approve financial promotions for unauthorised persons have until 6th February 2024 to apply for approver permission from the FCA…

FSCS levy and compensation figures update

The FSCS has released an update on its levy and compensation figures for 2023/24, as well as anticipated levy figures for 2024/25…

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What is the AFB?

The Association of Finance Brokers (AFB) is the trade association that represents intermediaries operating in the secured loan (second charge mortgages over residential properties) industry. 

AFB was established to promote the views of secured loans brokers operating in the UK and focuses on lobbying delegates in FCA and HM Treasury. In doing so, it aims to promote the interests of the industry in a constructive way that connects regulators and lawmakers with the “front line” of the secured loans market.

Who can join?

The AFB represents brokers who are responsible for approximately 75% by volume and value of secured loans in the intermediary channel. Membership of the AFB is voluntary and on a corporate or individual basis.

What are the benefits of becoming a member of the AFB?

It is all too easy to focus on business and clients and be oblivious to a changing market place and regulatory climate.

Second charge regulation has undergone significant changes over recent years and since 2016 the same FCA regulation has applied to second charge as it does to the first charge market.

Your industry is evolving rapidly, increased scrutiny from FCA, the lender-distributor relationship, service levels, technological advances, government interventionist practices, access to information via the internet, the UK’s growing compensation culture – all have an impact on your business and how your client perceives you and the value of your advice.

If you are to continue to develop your business with a promising future, it is important that you understand the issues.

With AFB providing independent information for you to form your opinions, unbiased towards a particular product or company, you can be informed and stay ahead of change to ensure you thrive.

You will have the full benefits of the regular AMI membership, including member-only access to the AMI website, regular industry updates by email and much more. 

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