Government unveils major estate agency AML reform – ‘not the outcome we had expected’
Original Article Summary
Estate agents are set to be supervised by a new anti-money laundering authority
PropMatch Curated Analysis
The FCA will take over anti-money laundering supervision for estate agents and other professional services from 23 different bodies, potentially increasing compliance costs and creating operational uncertainty during the transition.
Investor Relevance
Property investors will likely face higher transaction costs as estate agents pass on increased compliance expenses, and may experience service disruptions during the regulatory transition period, affecting acquisition and exit strategies.
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