Essex Money Ltd

Reference number: 1014555

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Appointed representative

This firm does not hold FCA authorisation of its own. It acts under a principal firm, which is legally responsible for its regulated business.

Responsible principal firm

TMG Direct Limited Reference number: 786245 Authorised View firm →
What does this mean?
  • An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct.
  • Essex Money Ltd (FRN 1014555) is an AR of TMG Direct Limited (FRN 786245). When you use Essex Money's services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm.
  • Example: if you take financial advice from Essex Money, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances.
  • Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
15674273
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
23 April 2024 (2 years old)
Registered office
46 Elderton Road, Westcliff-On-Sea, SS0 8AQ, England
Nature of business
  • Financial intermediation not elsewhere classified (SIC 64999)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Jamie Robert Whipp Director Sep 1974 26 Apr 2025
Amanda Whipp Director Mar 1970 1 Sep 2025

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Protection through the principal firm
    Protection works through TMG Direct Limited, the principal firm responsible for this firm's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.

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.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds one earlier registered name for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • Nounsley Financial Limited

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Essex Money Ltd FCA authorised?
Essex Money Ltd (FRN 1014555) is not directly authorised. It is an appointed representative acting under the responsibility of a directly authorised principal firm.
What does appointed representative mean for Essex Money?
An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct. Essex Money Ltd (FRN 1014555) is an AR of TMG Direct Limited (FRN 786245). When you use Essex Money's services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm. Example: if you take financial advice from Essex Money, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances. Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.
Is my money safe with Essex Money?
Protection works through TMG Direct Limited, the principal firm responsible for Essex Money's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.
Is Essex Money a scam or clone?
Essex Money 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 Essex Money's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Essex Money's FRN is 1014555. You can verify it on the FCA register.