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The Right Academy supports 35 trainee advisers in first half of 2026
The training initiative aims to support new entrants to the advice profession by providing a structured route towards Competent Adviser Status (CAS).
Education
News
Countrywide Surveying Services progresses next AssocRICS trainee cohort
Eight trainees are set to qualify in late February, with a further 14 expected to complete their AssocRICS qualification in April.
Lead Story
MBE London 2025: Panel calls for better support and education for FTBs
There were calls for mandatory advice processes for FTBs and for mortgage finance to be introduced into the school curriculum.
News
82% of renters want more financial education at school – Housing Hand
Only 2% of students renting in the UK said they learnt about managing housing finances at school.
News
MPowered launches YouTube show to demystify mortgages for borrowers
The show will feature guests like Instagram influencer Ola Majekodunmi, property mentor James Nicholson, and Sarah Tucker from The Mortgage Mum.
News
39% of young adults lack confidence making major financial decisions – YBS
Only half (56%) reported knowing how to budget and just 58% said they can set long-term financial goals
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Over 71% of UK residents believe the mortgage process should be taught in schools
A recent survey by Compare the Market reveals that 71% of people in the UK think the mortgage process should be part of the school curriculum, highlighting widespread confusion about mortgage-related terms.
News
Centre for Financial Capability launches fund to boost financial literacy in UK youth
The Centre for Financial Capability launches an Innovation Fund to improve financial literacy among UK youth, inviting diverse organisations to contribute to this crucial educational cause.
ESG
PFS launches ESG spotlight course for personal finance professionals
The ‘Spotlight: ESG and Sustainable Investment Advice’ course will help professionals incorporate sustainable investment advice in their business practices.
News
Calls for enhanced financial education amidst Learning Disability Week
“Teach kids how to pay taxes and mortgages and all that. Cause that's more useful than, like, Pythagoras' theory. I'm not gonna need that to pay my mortgage,” said a pupil with special needs in last year’s ONS report into special needs.
Bridging Finance
CPSP education programme ready to launch
The optional e-learning programme covers short-term, bridging, development and specialist BTL.
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VAS Valuation Group expands educational activities for 2023
VAS Valuation Group is expanding its 2023 educational activities for lenders and brokers with the launch of a new video-driven website and series of podcasts.