Plans for ‘flood risk’ symbols on homes prove controversial
The insurance industry has published three “flood risk” symbols it would like estate agents in England and Wales to put on their property particulars.
Estate agent who sold home for bogus owners not liable for buyer’s losses (PIE)
An estate agent and a law firm have successfully defended a claim brought against them after they acted for a bogus seller.
Commentary on landmark case: Will it lead to regulation of estate agents? (PIE)
Is it not about time that the authorities regulated estate agents?
Complaints Against Estate Agents in UK Up 32% (IC)
Complaints against estate agents in the UK upheld by the Property Ombudsman scheme increased by 32% last year with agents paying out £811,134 in compensation.
Maximise client retention with cross-departmental referrals (TC)
Making effective referrals between property and private client departments is a business process that should be utilised to prolong client retention.
Growing Sheffield law firm exits QualitySolicitors over “brand conflict” (LF)
The traditional law firm approach has a limited future.