AML warning for letting agents as HMRC deadline looms
‘The ramifications of not being prepared or compliant are serious and could result in an onerous fine or even worse the long-term reputational damage of a business,’ says AML specialist.
Developer loses £10m property empire in ‘milestone’ UWO case
Leeds-based businessman surrenders 45 assets - including properties in Chelsea and Knightsbridge - following 'groundbreaking' NCA investigation.
HMRC hits agencies with hefty fines for AML breaches
Reminder to stay on top of admin as buying agency and two estate agencies are penalised for non-compliance.
Land Registry to bump up fees
The Land Registry is to increase its land registration fees next year.
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A fifth of estate agents plan to work through Christmas
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Belgravia sees super-prime deal surge as ‘new generation of global buyer’ moves in
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Guy Meacock: Why London continues to captivate American buyers
'There have been surges of interest from Americans in the past but in 20 years of doing this job, I can’t recall quite so many buying as now'.
Building Businesses: 2024’s top prime estate agency mergers & acquisitions
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