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flag A new 2026 payment system holds construction funds in trust to prevent fraud and protect both homeowners and builders.

flag A new payment-protection scheme called Buildboss, launching in January 2026, aims to prevent fraud in home construction by holding funds in a third-party, FCA-regulated account until work milestones are verified. flag Created by construction veteran Johan Dyer following high-profile cases like that of builder Christian Williams, who was jailed for defrauding homeowners, the system requires both homeowners and builders to pay a 1% fee, with a £100 minimum, to ensure impartiality. flag Payments are released only after approval or mediation in disputes, protecting customers from financial loss if builders fail to deliver and builders from non-payment. flag The model mirrors existing rental deposit protections and is intended to restore trust in the industry.

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