£80bn unclaimed due to UK death talk taboo
New research reveals £80 billion lies unclaimed as Brits avoid crucial end-of-life conversations. Legacy Hub's digital vault aims to break the silence and help families plan better.
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Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
Daughter loses £1.1m inheritance court battle
A 72-year-old daughter has lost her legal fight after being disinherited from her mother's £1.1million fortune. The court ruled she failed to show sufficient 'love and respect'. Read the full story.
Anne Heche's Son Reveals Her Debt Struggles
Homer Laffoon discloses late actress Anne Heche's financial struggles as he fights to control her estate amid ongoing family disputes and creditor claims.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Sibling rift over £1.3m inheritance fortune
A bitter family dispute erupts as a daughter inherits her mother's entire £1.3 million estate while her brother receives nothing, leading to a High Court battle over the contested will.
Lawyer's will error sparks £1.2m inheritance battle
A prominent London lawyer faces a bitter family feud after allegedly making a critical error in his sister's will, leaving her son fighting for his rightful inheritance in the High Court.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
TikTok death cleaning trend triggers UK banking exodus
British savers are abandoning traditional banks in droves, inspired by a viral TikTok trend about post-mortem decluttering that's causing financial chaos for bereaved families.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
National Fraud Centre Struck by Major Cyber Attack
Action Fraud, Britain's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been struck by a sophisticated cyber attack, disrupting services and raising serious security concerns.
Heir Hunters Find Woman £15,000 Lost Inheritance
A remarkable story of how professional probate researchers uncovered an unexpected inheritance for a woman who had no idea she was named in a distant relative's will, revealing how millions in unclaimed assets await rightful heirs across the UK.
COVID fraud hit squad recovers £1.4bn from scammers
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudsters exploited COVID support schemes as government deploys specialist team to claw back stolen taxpayer money.
Covid fraudsters get final warning: Pay back or face jail
Exclusive: UK authorities issue 72-hour ultimatum to suspected pandemic fraudsters as £30 million remains unreturned. Final chance before criminal prosecution begins.
Mooshtips racing tipster accused of multi-million fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals how British expat Andrew 'Mooshtips' Manison allegedly defrauded horse racing enthusiasts worldwide from his Thai mansion in elaborate betting scheme.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Iowa businessman pleads guilty to multi-million wire fraud
An Iowa businessman has admitted to orchestrating a sophisticated wire fraud conspiracy involving fake construction projects across multiple states, facing up to 20 years in federal prison.
London bachelor's death sparks transatlantic inheritance war
The mysterious death of a wealthy London financier has ignited an international inheritance dispute, revealing two secret families on different continents and a bitter row over his £500,000 estate.
Inheritance Tax: The 'Ageist Lottery' Hitting Families
A new report reveals the UK's inheritance tax system is a postcode lottery that unfairly penalises younger heirs, creating a stark generational divide in death duties.
UK Job Scam Alert: Fake Flexible Work Offers Target Jobseekers
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated SMS job scams targeting UK jobseekers with fake 'flexible work' offers. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect yourself from financial fraud.
Clearing a Loved One's House: An Overwhelming Guide
A practical and emotional guide to navigating the daunting process of clearing a deceased relative's home in the UK, from probate to property sale.
Romance Scam Crisis: Victims Lose £12k on Average
Exclusive data from Lloyds Bank exposes the devastating rise of romance scams, with victims losing over £12,000 each. Learn the crucial red flags to protect yourself from emotional and financial devastation.
Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags
Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.
Police Alert: Taylor Swift Scam Targets Southport Fans
Merseyside Police alert Taylor Swift fans in Southport about a sophisticated 'get-rich-quick' scam exploiting the singer's Eras Tour, with victims already reporting significant losses.
Mother jailed for faking cancer to scam friends £45k
A 44-year-old married mother has been sentenced to 20 months in prison at Isleworth Crown Court after admitting to a cruel fraud where she pretended to have terminal cancer to con her friends out of £45,000.
Stripper Sues Elderly Lover's Estate for £1.5M
Melanie Sterling, a former Las Vegas stripper, is suing the estate of her 86-year-old lover, claiming he promised her £1.5 million. The family alleges undue influence in a dramatic courtroom clash over his fortune.
Family fights carer after farmer dies day after wedding
The family of a wealthy 75-year-old farmer has launched a legal battle to freeze his estate after he died just one day after secretly marrying his 51-year-old carer. They have branded her a 'gold-digger' in a bitter inheritance dispute.
Students lose £15m in sophisticated bank scam
Exclusive: UK students are losing life-changing sums to a convincing 'bank security' scam. Learn how the fraud works and how to protect yourself from this growing crisis.
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