Navigating HMRC Guidelines: AML for Deal Packagers & Sourcing Agents
Do you understand your AML responsibilities and what HMRC expects to see? We've created this guide for property agents to get a clearer idea
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Report Reveals 1 in 10 Homeowners Proceed with Major Renovations Without Proper Planning Permission
A new report has revealed that 1 in 10 homeowners failed to get proper planning permission in place before starting major renovations.
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Sourcing Question: Do You Have to Check Every Investor and Every Deal?
We are often asked by agents who feel that carrying out due diligence once is enough - but is it really and what's expected of you?
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Sourcing Agents: What is a Terms of Business Agreement?
One of the most important documents your sourcing business will own. Designed to clearly outline services, expectations, fees and more - you shouldn't risk getting this wrong
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Setting Up a Sourcing Business: Do You Need to Be Ltd?
Do you have to be operating as a Ltd company to run a sourcing or deal packaging business in the UK?
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Property Investors: Do You Know Your Local HMO Regulations?
A recent investor was fined £28,000 for not knowing their local HMO rules. Make sure you - or your investor client - doesn't make the same mistake.
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Critical Warning for R2SA Investors and Sourcing Agents
If you are directly involved with a R2SA model or sourcing opportunities for others, you need to take immediate action to understand a new ruling
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Can Investors Avoid Paying Council Tax Empty Homes Fees?
Medway Council has been charging investors with a Council Tax Empty Homes fee at 200%. How can sourcing agents and investors work to avoid these fees?
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Do You Know How to Spot Japanese Knotweed Before It’s Too Late?
Have you heard of Japanese Knotweed? Do you know what to look for when viewing properties? It's important you do, as not everyone is open about declaring it's existence when selling!
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Are Sourcing Agents Failing to Provide Material Information?
Are you sure when viewing a deal that you're being presented all of the required material information? A new report suggests otherwise.
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Why Did 28.8% of UK Property Deals Fall Through in 2024?
With nearly a third of residential property deals falling through before completion in 2024, many property professionals were left wondering what exactly went wrong — and more importantly, how to prevent it from happening again in 2025. Whether you’re a property investor, sourcing agent, or deal packager, understanding the key reasons for these failed transactions … Continued
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Why You Shouldn’t Use NDAs in Property Sourcing
NDAs are not designed to be used as a business contract - so why are they still used by so many sourcing businesses?
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