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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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Chancellor proposes slashing VAT rates as 2024 election looms

Any reduction in the duty would be welcomed by estate agents, whose 'inclusive of VAT' charges would look more attractive to prospective clients.

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MP calls for official investigation into IT chaos at Simplify conveyancing group

After weeks of pain for movers and estate agents, Bob Blackman says probe is now due and that the company should consider compensation for stranded customers.

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Successful US firm launches off-plan property sales 'disruptor' in UK<br />

Hauskey offers buyers and investors up to 2% of a property's value if they buy off-plan via its platform. 

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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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<a href="https://thenegotiator.briefyourmarket.com/Newsletters/Unpublished/Automatically generated on Save.aspx?preview=true&brandId=0" target="_blank" style="caret-color: auto; color: #000000; text-decoration-line: none; position: relative; z-index: 3000; display: inline; background-color: #c9caca;" rel="noopener noreferrer">Purplebricks and other hybrid agents have 'run aground' claims FT</a><br />

Newspaper has published a report highlighting Purplebricks' tanking share price this year while high street competitors' have increased.

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Would you? Estate agency considers charging warring couples for valuations<br />

Boss of Parker's in Bristol says he's seen a surge in divorcing couples asking for valuations, many of whom have no intention of selling.

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The Negotiator Magazine, online to read now

It's the latest issue of the only trade magazine for estate and letting agents – packed with expert analysis, product reviews, housing market data, opinion pieces and industry news. Just click and dive in!

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