Required Reading: Property agent commission dispute divides legal opinion

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A recent Supreme Court case has shone a light on the oft-misunderstood world of finders fees and commission payments, with judges divided in their opinions despite a 'beautifully simple' set of facts.

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Antony Smith

Partner and Chairman at Beale & Co

Antony is a Partner and the Chairman of Beale & Co, setting and monitoring the strategic direction of the business alongside the Senior Partner.

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