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How To Invest a Lump Sum in 2024

Many Happy Returns

CHAPTER

Understanding the Financial Services Compensation Scheme and Investment Risks

The chapter delves into the purpose and workings of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), detailing its compensation cap per person and firm while highlighting the limitations. It emphasizes the importance of considering investment safety and broker reliability to mitigate financial risks. The conversation also explores the complexities of client money separation, authorized broker activities, and challenges faced by consumers when navigating investment options like Vanguard.

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