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File Professional
Property Organisations in the UK, Ireland and other countries 
NFOPP The National Federation of Property Professionals The
federation was formed after ARLA and the NAEA agreed to joined forces in January
2007. It was formed to facilitate the coming together of specialist divisions
to provide wider expertise for members in residential sales, letting and management,
auctioneering, commercial and business agency and the buying and selling of property
overseas. The
federation is located at purpose built offices in Arbon House, Tournament Court,
Warwick and the NAEA - The National Association of Estate Agents, ARLA - Association
of Residential Letting Agents, NAVA - National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers
and ICBA - Institution of Commercial & Business Agents are division within the
Federation and are based at Arbon House. NFOPP
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NAEA - The National Association of Estate Agents
It
is the UK's leading professional body for estate agency. Its 10,000 members practice
across all aspects of property both in the UK and overseas, including residential
and commercial sales and letting, property management, business transfer, auctioneering
and land. Founded
in 1962 by estate agent and entrepreneur Raymond Andrews, the NAEA was established
with the goal of upholding good practice and high professional standards in UK
estate agency. This struck a chord with the industry at a time when there was
little representation for estate agents and has allowed the Association to grow
phenomenally over the years.
Today, its key roles include providing help and guidance for property professionals
across a broad spectrum of disciplines while continually campaigning to make the
property market more efficient and user-friendly for the home buying and selling
public. As
a leading player in the property industry, the NAEA offers significant benefits
to both estate agents and consumers. NAEA
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- Association of Residential Letting Agents
Neville
Lee and John Birch as the professional and regulatory body for letting agents
in the UK formed the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA) in 1981.
It was recognised that the requirements of the residential lettings market were
so detailed and specific that a separate organisation was required to promote
standards in this important and growing sector of the property market.
ARLA has 1,800 member offices throughout the UK including large multi-branch national
companies as well as the smaller single office practices. Membership is achieved
only by agents who demonstrate that they have a thorough knowledge of their profession
and that they conduct their business according to current best management practice
All
members are required to have professional indemnity insurance cover. In addition
they are covered by a bonding scheme, which provides financial protection for
client monies, which have been misappropriated.
ARLA members are governed by the Code of Practice providing a framework of ethical
and professional standards at a level far higher than the law demands. The Association
runs a series of meetings, training courses and seminars at local and national
levels to ensure that members are kept fully up to date with the latest best practice.
Examinations are held regularly and membership rules require all member offices
to have professionally qualified staff by the year 2000. Members' accounts are
required to be audited annually ensuring that they conform to stringent accounting
practice. See
also:The
Supply of Rented Housing - Select Committee Could Have Gone Further, says ARLA
- May 2008 ARLA’s
Response to the Law Commission Report - August 2008 and
The
Law CommissionHousing: Encouraging Responsible Letting
ARLA
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 APIP
- The
Association of Professional Inventory Providers The
Association for Accredited Inventory Providers (APIP) aims to provide a service
for either in-house or independent inventory providers - by offering a recognised
standard of inventory provision, provision of advice and guidance and opportunities
for professional development.
APIP also provides landlords, property management agents and tenants with the
names of and access to accredited inventory providers, with the reassurance that
an APIP member is meets professional requirements, is fully insured and follows
the APIP Code of Practice. See
also: Inventories
in the UK Domestic Rentals Market
APIP
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NAVA - National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers
The
Association was established in 1988 in order to bring together like minded professionals
aiming at an industry standard. Members are drawn from the fields of Valuing,
Auctioneering and Insolvency, providing a valuable cross-section of talent and
experience. Founded
on the principles of Expertise, Experience, Integrity and Honesty, the Association
provides a focal point for the widespread membership throughout the UK. General
meetings throughout the year plus the Association's AGM means that members benefit
from a constant exchange of ideas and practices. In addition, an ongoing programme
of Continued Professional Development (CPD) ensures that members are kept informed
of legislation and best practices as well as providing specialist education.
NAVA
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- Institution of Commercial & Business Agents
The
Institution of Commercial & Business Agents (ICBA) is one of the UK's professional
body's for commercial and business transfer agency. Its members are bound by strict
rules of conduct to ensure they offer you the highest level of integrity and service,
while the Institution's entry qualification means you can be sure you are dealing
with an expert. By choosing an ICBA member you can feel secure in the knowledge
that you and your business are in safe hands. It
is a division of the National Federation of Property Professionals (NFOPP) to
support the distinct professional needs of members specialising in the commercial
and business transfer sector. It
has a strong focus on continuing professional development (CPD) and on professional
training. As a specialist in the commercial sector you know that managing the
sale, letting or purchase of commercial premises requires a high degree of technical
knowledge and calls for specialist marketing and yet, before ICBA developed its
commercially-focussed courses, there was no ongoing training available in Britain
for those working in the sector. In
addition to the courses, ICBA have developed nationally recognised and accredited
qualifications in Commercial Property Agency - the Technical Award and Diploma,
which are the route into corporate membership of the ICBA.
ICBA
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RICS - Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
The
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors - is the pre-eminent organisation of
its kind in the world. As such, it represents everything that is good in the property
profession. Their members offer the very best advice on a surprisingly diverse
range of land, property, construction and related environmental issues. As part
of their role, they help to set, maintain and regulate standards. They also provide
impartial advice to governments and policy-makers. RICS
can trace its history back to 1792 when the Surveyors Club was formed. However,
the foundations of the current modern organisation really started to take shape
when 20 surveyors met at the Westminster Palace Hotel under the chairmanship of
John Clutton and appointed a sub-committee to draw up resolutions, by-laws and
regulations. This was done in order to establish a professional association to
represent surveyors and the growing property profession. The
key roles of RICS are to: -
Regulate and promote the profession
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Maintain the highest educational and professional standards
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Protect clients and consumers through a strict code of ethics
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Provide impartial advice, analysis and guidance
RICS
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- National Approved Letting Scheme
The
National Approved Letting Scheme is an accreditation scheme for lettings and management
agents offering peace of mind to landlords and tenants in knowing that they are
dealing with a firm which agrees to meet defined standards of customer service,
together with having in place the necessary insurances to protect clients' money
plus a customer complaints procedure offering independent redress. The
aims of the Scheme -
To provide an accreditation scheme which establishes minimum levels of service
and is open to all bona fide firms and Residential Social Landlords providing
lettings and management services in the private rented sector. Firms will be required
to meet the criteria and standards that may from time to time be reviewed by the
Board to ensure a dependable service to landlords and tenants incorporating the
highest levels of consumer protection.
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To monitor compliance by those accredited to the Scheme and oversee complaints
handling by member firms and withdraw or suspend accreditation as a means of giving
confidence to property owners and tenants dealing with a member of the Scheme.
- To
promote best practice in lettings and management by agents in respect of the private
rented sector and, where appropriate, publish and promote information to members.
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To undertake a proactive PR campaign to promote membership in order to increase
the number of member firms so that the Scheme becomes self-funding as soon as
possible.
NALS
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Association of
Independent Inventory Clerks - AIIC
The
AIIC are dedicated to promoting the highest possible standards of accuracy and
reliability and have been endorsing high levels of professionalism in the inventory
business since 1996. Since
the AIIC was established in 1996 its aim has been to ensure that every landlord,
tenant and agent in the UK is aware of the importance of the inventory process
and the benefits of employing an independent, professional independent inventory
clerk. The
AIIC ensures that proper information and training is available for all members
to provide the best possible service. Don't be fooled by businesses claiming to
provide inventory services where they may have little or no experience in the
field. The growing popularity of the lettings industry has seen an increase in
these types of companies. You can be assured that by using an AIIC member independent
inventory clerk: AIIC
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The Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA)
The
Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA) is the only body in England
& Wales to focus exclusively on matters relating to the management of residential
leasehold blocks of flats. With some 200 corporate members, ARMA's founding aim
is working towards improving standards for lessees, resident management companies
and investor freeholders. It
is estimated that there are some 1.5 million private leasehold flats in England
and Wales. Whether the buildings in which they are situated are owned and controlled
by investor freeholders or the lessees themselves, a large proportion employ managing
agents to handle the day to day running and ongoing cyclical maintenance of their
buildings. Managing agents have a unique and important role to play in managing
other people's homes and money - a role that requires an in-depth knowledge of
residential management, a wide range of skills and the utmost professionalism.
ARMA
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NLA - National Landlords Association See
also The
National Landlords Association (NLA) and the National Federation of Residential
Landlords (NFRL), who together represent nearly 20,000 landlords, have announced
they are to merge creating the largest representative body for landlords in the
United Kingdom ansd other Information from the NLA
Is
the leading independent national organisation for private residential landlords.
Formerly known
as The Small Landlords Association and Founder President Mrs Lillian Cline. Objectives:
- a unified voice
for private landlords throughout the UK
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from large portfolio landlords to single-bedroom flats.
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promoting and protecting members' interests to national and local government
There
are now over 50 Acts of Parliament and more than 70 sets of regulations governing
the private-rented sector. This
increasingly heavy regulatory burden means it is more important than ever that
landlords understand the legal and regulatory environment in which they manage
their lettings. They
seek a fair legal and regulatory environment for landlord and tenant, and actively
lobby the government at all levels on behalf of our members. They also help ensure
that our members are aware of their statutory rights and responsibilities. They
currently represent over 13,000 fee paying members throughout the UK and from
all walks of life; from full-time landlords with large property portfolios to
those with houses-of-multiple-occupancy or with single bedroom flats. They
employ over 40 staff, based at their London head office and throughout the UK.
Our network of regional representatives and branches provide an important link
with local authorities and our members.  NFRL
- National Federation of Residential Landlords
See
also The
National Landlords Association (NLA) and the National Federation of Residential
Landlords (NFRL), who together represent nearly 20,000 landlords, have announced
they are to merge creating the largest representative body for landlords in the
United Kingdom
Formerly
known as the Southern Private Landlords Association.The National Federation of
Residential Landlords (NFRL) is a not for profit organisation representing good
residential landlords throughout the UK. It merged with the NLA - National Landlords
Association in July July 2008 NLA
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Property Federation (BPF)
The
British Property Federation is a membership organisation devoted to representing
the interests of all those involved in property ownership and investment. They
aim to create the conditions in which the commercial property industry can grow
and thrive, for the benefit of their members and of the economy as a whole. Because
their membership includes the biggest companies in the property industry - property
developers and owners, institutions, fund managers, investment banks and professional
organisations that support the industry - they are able to provide the knowledge
and expertise needed by legislators and regulators. They
have built excellent working relationships with government departments and other
regulatory bodies that deal with property, providing them with the industry view.
They are consulted by these bodies and work with them to produce legislation,
regulations and policies that are helpful to the industry and to improve or change
those that aren't. BPF
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RLA - Residential
Landlords Association
RLA
name was established in 1993. They represent over 6,000 landlords throughout England
& Wales, which means a combined portfolio in excess of 150,000 properties RLA
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- Irish Auctioneers and Valuers Institute - Ireland
With
1800 members and associate members, IAVI represents the majority of real estate
agents and auctioneers in Ireland, and is by far the largest property body in
the country. The
IAVI was established in the same year as the Republic of Ireland, with its registration
as a company in 1922 and has served the interests of its members and the public
alike. The IAVI (Irish Auctioneers & Valuers Institute) is there to represent
the property profession in Ireland. Its role is to serve the interests of its
members and the profession generally, as well as to safeguard those of the public,
interacting between the groups to the benefit of both. Lobbying.
As part of its role, the Institute provides the widest possible range of public
services and creates a more fully informed awareness of the property industry.
The IAVI plays an important role as a lobbyist for the benefit of both the public
and the profession. Education.
The IAVI is dedicated to furthering educational standards within the profession,
thereby ensuring that fully qualified professionals practice with the top level
of expertise and the highest standard of ethics demanded of IAVI members. These
high standards have now culminated in the new IAVI Direct Final programme, which
constitutes a four-year part-time Honours BSc Programme in Property Studies. This
degree programme has been fully developed and is fully administered by the IAVI.
Uniquely, however, it operates under a partnership arrangement with DIT, Bolton
Street which ensures that the highest standards apply throughout and awards the
degree to graduates. The IAVI continues to offer a one-year course in Residential
and Land Agency designed for employees who will be involved in residential sales
and valuations only. IAVI
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PRTB - Private
Residential Tenancies Board - Ireland
The
PRTB was established in September 2004 to resolve disputes between landlords and
tenants; operate a national tenancy registration system and provide information
and policy advice on the private rented sector in Ireland. The PRTB dispute resolution
service replaces the courts in relation to the majority of landlord and tenant
disputes.Members of the Board of the Private Residential Tenancies Board are appointed
by the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government. The members
are professional and experienced individuals with expertise in the legal, arbitration,
valuation or social policy fields. SEE
ALSO: Renting in Ireland PRTB
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- Ireland
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landlord is a free resource for irish property investors and irish landlords From
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Property Owners' Association
The
Irish Property Owners' Association seeks to protect and promote the interests
of private residential landlords and encourage the supply of good quality accommodation
and professional standards of management. The IPOA offers a one stop shop of advice
and assistance. Through its local and regional organisation, members can access
a network of other providers of rented accommodation. The IPOA provides a quarterly
newsletter detailing changes and up to date information on the private property
owner‘s rental market. Meetings are held regularly to keep members updated on
matters affecting the business SEE
ALSO: Renting in Ireland - IPOA Irish
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FNAIM -Fédération Nationale de l'Immobilier - France
FNAIM
is the 1st professional organisation of estate agents.Set up in 1946, FNAIM (French
national real estate federation) is recognisable by the famous Yellow Cube logo,
it brings together, over 11,000 real estate agencies. In becoming FNAIM members,
professionals undertake to abide by the quality charter developed by the Federation.
The charter underlines the ethics, integrity and professionalism required of all
FNAIM members. As
a professional trade association, FNAIM is concerned with representing and defending
the interests of real estate professionals and their clients, the consumers. Its
mission has encouraged it to maintain privileged ties with public authorities
and to participate actively in the preparation of statutory and regulatory provisions
for all topics likely to have decisive implications for exercising a real estate
profession, in particular, and the housing policy, in general. With
a number of analytical tools at its disposal, FNAIM is unquestionably a leading
reference in the provision of information and economic studies on the real estate
market. Every quarter, it puts out business updates presenting the position of
old housing on the property transaction market and once a year, that of the income-producing
real estate market. It also publishes studies on the real estate industry and
statistics worth knowing. FNAIM can thus focus its lobbying action on viewpoints
based on fact and supported by reliable economic data.
FNAIM is also backed by a Legal Department that keeps an on-going legislative
and regulatory watch on the industry and allows the Federation to be a source
of analyses and proposals in its dealings at Parliament level. It also meets the
needs of members by being available for consultation by telephone or post.
FNAIM
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FIAIP - Italian Federation of Real Estate Agents
The
Italian Federation of Professional Real Estate Agents, the only association composed
solely of real-estate agents, was founded in 1976 and now has about 9000 members,
spread throughout Italy in 20 Regions. It is estimated that there is an overall
total of 25,000 Agencies in Italy. The National Council of FIAIP is composed of
126 members, being the 83 Regional and Provincial Presidents plus 43 elected members.
The National Executive Committee consists of 21 members.
FIAIP
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APEMIP - Associação dos Profissionais das Empresas de Mediação Imobiliária de
Portugal
APEMIP-
Associação dos Profissionais e Empresas de Mediação Imobiliária de Portugal (Portuguese
Real Estate Professionals and Agents Association) it’s a private association that
represents in Portugal the real estate activity counting with around 3,500 members,
out of a total of 4,000 existing accredited agents. APEMIP, with head office in
Lisbon, is represented in its Regional Boards, to be closer and better support
its associates of the Northern, Central and Southern regions of the Country, also
creating representation offices in the Autonomous Regions of Madeira and Azores
Atlantic islands. Apart from being a reputed Association that is acknowledged
by the political power bodies, APEMIP is also an association whose opinion is
considered and regarded by the mass media and by the public in general.
APEMIP
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AEGI - Asociacion Empresarial Gestion Inmobiliaria - Spain
AEGI
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AIPP - The Association of International Property Professionals
Building
confidence in international property By promoting the highest standards of professionalism
in the overseas property industry, the Association of International Property Professionals
(AIPP) has been set up to provide the consumer with confidence, and the industry
professionals with a united voice. They do not sell property. They
are a non-profit organisation whose sole aim is to improve the standards of professionalism
in the international property market, helping the industry and the public. The
AIPP will set the standards in this industry, improve the service to the consumer
and make sure that the public understands what it means when they see the AIPP
Member logo on company literature.
AIPP
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NAR -National Association
of Realtors -USA
The
National Association of Realtors was founded as the National Association of Real
Estate Exchanges on May 12, 1908, at the YMCA Auditorium in Chicago, Il.
NAR
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- Real Estate Institute of New Zealand
REINZ
is established under the Real Estate Agents Act 1976 and governs real estate practitioners
through its Rules and a Code of Ethics. What
they do: Regulate the real estate industry in New Zealand. Promote quality, expertise
and integrity in the real estate profession. Protect the general public. Train
and educate real estate agents. Provide advice and services to members. Operate
the largest independent directory of properties listed for sale on the Internet
in New Zealand.
REINZ
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- Real Estate Institute of Australia
The
Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) is the national professional association
for the real estate industry in Australia. Since 1924, REIA has worked to represent
real estate industry interests. REIA is a politically non-aligned organisation
that provides researched and well-informed advice to the Federal Government, Opposition,
media, and the public on a range of issues affecting the property market. REIA
has an excellent reputation as the most credible source of knowledge and considered
opinion regarding the commercial and residential property markets in Australia.
REIA
has eight members, comprised of the State and Territory Real Estate Institutes,
through which about 80 per cent of real estate firms and licensed agents are collectively
represented.
REIA
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