Mortgages
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is the independent watchdog set up by government under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 to regulate financial services in the UK , and protect the rights of retail customers. The FSA regulates the sale of, and arrangement of mortgages. For frequently asked questions on mortgages, visit the Financial Services Authority website.
If you have a complaint
If a lender or mortgage broker fails to meet the standards of the Mortgage Code, and you suffer as a result, you have the right to seek redress under a compulsory complaints process.
Stamp duty
This is a government tax on property purchases. It is payable on residential property which cost more than £125,000. View the current stamp duty rates on the Inland Revenue website.
Property surveys
Watchdog website - property surveys
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and choosing a Registered Surveyor
Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors members are qualified and experienced professionals offering independent and impartial advice. Consumers are protected by a formal complaints handling procedure. You can also search for firms in Walsall who are members.
This page was last updated on 19 June 2009