Abacus Kent Limited

Reference number: 650199

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

Check their details

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Also trades as
  • Abacus Insurance Services

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
09168181
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
8 August 2014 (12 years old)
Registered office
7 The Broadway, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2AD
Nature of business
  • Activities of insurance agents and brokers (SIC 66220)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Candida Nicholass Director Aug 1959 1 Oct 2015
Emily Wake Director Aug 1983 22 Feb 2016

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Hold or safeguard your money · Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Give regulated advice FSCS may apply
    A claim for unsuitable advice is itself FSCS-protected, up to the limit that applies to the product you were advised on.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.
  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Credit Broking
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

Limits on what they may do

  • Firm Must Abide By the Deedpoll
    The firm is required to abide by the Deed Poll and Declaration in relation to the past business of the firm or by the past business of Abacus Insurance Services for which the firm has accepted responsibility as regulated activities and investment business carried on by the firm

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Abacus Kent Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Abacus Kent Limited (FRN 650199) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Abacus Kent?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Abacus Kent to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Abacus Kent a scam or clone?
Abacus Kent is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Abacus Kent's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Abacus Kent's FRN is 650199. You can verify it on the FCA register.