Leasehold initiative | Scottish regulation | Lifetime deposit boost

FEATURE: Money launderers spread to the regions

Property fraudsters and money launderers are not just a London problem – agents across the UK are at risk, as Richard Reed discovers.

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Agents can now accept Boomin SmartVal requests around the clock

Portal says offline agents will be given 24 hours to accept valuation requests, but those who are online can now do so outside 9am to 10pm.

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Big changes to the Scots rental sector 'soon', minister tells letting agent event<br />

But Patrick Harvie told meeting yesterday that he would consult on changes first - which include controversial rent rise cap proposals.

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BLOG: Can tech help letting agents persuade more landlords to sign up?<br />

Street founder says too few agents actively prospect for landlords despite the average lifetime value of a landlord being £19,424 vs £8,317 for a repeat vendor.

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Apple sends digital marketing pear-shaped

Digital marketing expert, Nelly Berova asks why agents should be worried about an Apple phone software update.

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Robert Peston confirmed as The Negotiator Conference host 26th November, Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London

The Political Editor of ITV will be the question-master and moderator at the estate and letting agent networking event of the year. Tickets are still available. Register now for the conference to secure your place.

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Speakers at The Negotiator Conference 2021

These are just some of the industry leaders, experts and analysts who will be discussing issues that are critical to your business. Delegate registration is open now. ITV's Political Editor, Robert Peston, will be moderating and giving a keynote speech.

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Rental platform raises £20m to launch 'lifetime deposit' app - as govenrment delays<br />

Fronted says cash will be used to develop the smartphone application, which will enable tenants to access a 'portable' rental deposit.

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Letting agents back new conveyancing form initiative to promote UPRNs

ARLA Propertymark and 13 other trade bodies support changes to three key leasehold conveyancing forms that will all soon include UPRNs.

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COMMENT: Agents are undercharging by a mile

Contrary to usual trope, Propertymark CEO Nathan Emerson suggests agents are seriously under-selling themselves.

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The Negotiator Magazine – November issue – yours to read online now

The only trade magazine for estate and letting agents is packed with expert analysis, product reviews, housing market data, opinion pieces and industry news. Just click and dive in!

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