AML Compliance News

11 May 2026

Beyond the Check: Episode 4

Are we actually compliant? Are firms truly compliant, or just ticking boxes? We unpack where AML frameworks fail, why ID checks aren’t enough, and the growing pressure on MLROs

21 April 2026

Latest figures show homebuyers don’t trust estate agents with their data

Our 2026 homebuyer survey found that just 35% of respondents trust estate agents to keep their personal data secure.

20 April 2026

Beyond the Check: Episode 3

The property industry is awash with terms like “digital ID”, “identity verification”, and “trusted credentials” but without a shared understanding […]

16 April 2026

The Compliance Burden: How Regulatory Pressure is Reshaping the Property Sector in 2026

The British property industry is no stranger to paperwork but in 2026, regulatory compliance has grown into something more than just good filing habits

14 April 2026

Case Study: Credas and Finity

How Credas Helped Finity Embed Seamless Right to Work Verification into a Unified Payroll Platform Overview Finity is payroll software […]

13 April 2026

Overseas Clients and international funds: Why enhanced due diligence matters

At Credas, we work closely with estate agents, conveyancers and other property professionals to help you meet your anti-money laundering […]

10 April 2026

Another Scandal or the Moment the Property Sector Finally Take AML Seriously?

Could a single case finally force the UK property industry to confront its money laundering problem? The answer might just be yes.

7 April 2026

Beyond the Check: Episode 2

In Episode 2 of Beyond the Check, David Powell, CEO of Andrews Property Group and Jonathan Parish, Credas’ Compliance Manager, discuss how regulatory pressure is impacting the property sector.

1 April 2026

What the Apple OFSI fine means for your business, and why sanctions checks matter now more than ever

Apple has been fined £390,000 for breaching UK Russia sanctions. It’s a landmark moment, and a reminder that sanctions exposure doesn’t require intent. Here’s what businesses across all sectors need to know.

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