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The Negotiator Magazine, February issue – tenant deposit schemes and the new alternatives<br />

The new 'no-deposit' schemes offer benefits to tenants, agents and landlords alike. Richard Reed reviews what's on offer and asks how the traditional schemes stand up against them.

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Outraged agents sent 'pro-forma' rejection letters from Hiscox<br />

The insurer claims, controversially, that agents will not get pay-outs because Government did not 'mandate' the closure of branches.

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Agency launches free 'improvement cost reports' for vendors and buyers

Power Bespoke and Stoke Park Developments have signed a partnership that will enable buyers to understand a home's development potential early on.

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Historic estate agency buys up rival's management and valuations divisions<br />

200-year-old firm PS&B, with branches in Brighton and Bognor, says the acquisition will not involve job losses.

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Estate agency claims 'world first' as it embeds revolutionary viewings tech<br />

Walton & Hipkiss says the What3Words platform will make it much easier for those tracking down out-of-the way properties. 

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The Negotiator Magazine – February issue is out!

The new issue magazine is now available to read online.

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Tougher regulation of house builders begins as new body begins work

Led by Tory MP Sophie Elphicke, the New Homes Quality Board is to introduce a code of practice and ombudsman later this year.

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