HoB

House of Borse (HoB) is an online forex and CFD broker registered in the United Kingdom. The firm was founded on 31 October 2018 and operates from Berkeley Square House in Mayfair, London. It is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under firm reference number 631382. The broker primarily serves retail traders looking to access leveraged trading in currencies, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies.

According to its corporate registry and regulatory records, House of Borse is authorised to conduct business as a matched principal broker. The company holds itself out as a London-based entity with a focus on providing institutional-grade trading conditions to individual clients. Its social media presence includes Facebook, Twitter/X, and YouTube.

House of Borse is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom. The FCA is widely considered one of the most stringent regulators in the retail forex industry, requiring brokers to meet strict capital adequacy, client money segregation, and reporting standards. The broker’s FCA authorisation number is 631382, which can be verified on the FCA’s public register.

While regulation provides a layer of protection, FXCanary notes that the broker’s status with the FCA is listed as “—”, indicating that further detail on permissions might be limited. Traders are advised to cross-check the exact scope of regulatory permissions on the regulator’s website. The registered address at Berkeley Square House is a well-known business location, lending credibility to the broker’s physical presence.

The broker offers the popular MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) platforms. These platforms are available for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and as web-based versions. MT4 is renowned for its customisable charts, expert advisors (EAs) for automated trading, and a wide range of technical indicators. MT5 offers additional features including more timeframes, an economic calendar, and advanced order types.

In addition to the platforms, House of Borse provides analytical tools and market insights via its website. The broker also states that it supports algorithmic trading through MT4/MT5’s MQL language. These tools cater to both manual and automated traders, from beginners to experienced professionals.

House of Borse structures its offering into three main account tiers: Standard, Pro, and VIP. The Standard account requires a minimum deposit of $250 and offers spreads from 1.0 pips with no commission. The Pro account requires $2,500 and provides lower spreads from 0.1 pips with a small commission per lot. The VIP account, requiring a $25,000 minimum, features the tightest spreads and potentially preferential treatment.

All accounts support leverage up to 1:30 for major forex pairs in line with FCA retail limits, though professionals may qualify for higher leverage. The broker accepts deposits via bank transfer, credit/debit cards, and e-wallets. Withdrawal methods are similar, and the broker claims prompt processing times. Fees are primarily embedded in the spread, with no hidden charges advertised.

House of Borse provides CFDs on over 60 currency pairs covering majors, minors, and exotics. It also offers index CFDs (including FTSE 100, S&P 500, DAX 30), commodity CFDs (gold, silver, oil, natural gas), and cryptocurrency CFDs (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin). The broker does not offer real stocks or ETFs as underlying instruments.

Leverage and margin requirements vary by asset class. For forex, maximum leverage is 1:30 for majors; for indices and commodities, it is typically lower; crypto CFDs may have stricter limits. The broker notes that all products are offered as contracts for difference, meaning traders speculate on price movements without owning the underlying asset.

The broker claims to offer customer support 5 days a week via live chat, email, and phone. The support team is based in London and can handle queries in English. Educational resources include video tutorials, webinars, market analysis, and a FAQ section. These are aimed at helping traders improve their knowledge and strategy.

House of Borse also promotes a personal account manager for VIP account holders. While these resources indicate a commitment to client education, FXCanary notes that the depth and quality of educational materials have not been independently verified. Prospective traders are encouraged to explore the website’s education section to assess its suitability.