Mandatory Licencing for estate Agents needed says eMoov
eMoov leads the way to Implement Mandatory Licencing for Estate Agents with a petition to the Government.
Russell Quirk, Founder & CEO, eMoov.co.uk says “In this day and age it is simply unacceptable that the estate agency sector continues to go unregulated with absolutely no barrier to entry when choosing to pursue the occupation.
“When you consider that the agent is handling a rather precarious process which involves the most expensive asset their client is ever likely to own, it’s mind boggling that there is still a lack of hurdles to overcome in being qualified to do so.
“Every other aspect of the sale process, whether it be the conveyancers, solicitors and so on, must all meet certain rules and regulations in order to practice their respective disciplines. When you consider even taxi drivers are under more stringent regulations than estate agents, it really does highlight the issue we face.
“Complaints are up 32% in the last year which highlights the slap dash approach to estate agency that many agents approach their day to day duties with. We urge everyone, whether they are buying, selling or renting, to help support this petition and introduce the long overdue licensing this industry is crying out for.
To read the news item in full on eMoov.co.uk and to sign the petition click here
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