Checkaco News: nightmare as kitchen firm goes bust, romance scams, Bitcoin con and shock as solicitor is hacked Kitchen companies that come and go – and take your cash

The consumer press is filled with stories of people who have looked at their old kitchens during lockdown and thought it would be good to change to something minimal and modern now they work from home. Kitchens are pretty expensive home improvements especially if they are fitted by specialist companies – although the flip side […]



Checkaco News: Care home lost deposits, unexpected massive repairs on flats, Reading Festival ticket scam and non existent holidays in Portugal

Always do a Checkaco on a firm if you are parting with large amounts of cash as a deposit  Every month retirement homes go into administration due to the collapse in numbers of residents caused by the Covid-19 crisis and spiralling debts.Many have lost residents to the pandemic while more have seen residents elect to […]



Checkaco News: Dodgy landlords, holiday deposits and don’t get ripped off when buying an ebike or a horse

The outrageous small print that can trap you into paying thousands in escalating ground rent  Developers selling new homes are often found guilty of it as are private landlords looking to trap their buyers into paying through the nose for so-called ground rent. When buying a home whether it is a flat or a house […]



Business Background Checks for the Consumer

Background Checks for the Consumer Whether you’re buying a car, paying for a wedding or refurbishing your home, you’ll want the reassurance of knowing that you’re dealing with someone reputable. But checking out reviews from satisfied customers isn’t enough if the business is having financial problems. Although a company may seem outwardly successful, it’s not […]