Industry Expert Sarah Hood Reviews Smart Compliance:
Industry Expert Sarah Hood Reviews Smart Compliance:
Effortless Compliance for Estate Agents
Sarah Hood, from Belvoir in Camberley, has been using Smart Compliance’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) service for just over a month. In an insightful interview, she shares how this service has transformed her workflow, offering her much-needed peace of mind.
The HMRC Guarantee: The Decisive Factor in Choosing Smart Compliance
Effortless management of AML processes is one of Smart Compliance’s key advantages. “It saves me so much time, effort, and worry,” says Sarah. As a busy manager, delegating AML to Smart Compliance ensures her office stays fully compliant with HMRC regulations without diverting time from their core responsibilities. The HMRC guarantee provided by Smart Compliance was the decisive factor in her decision to choose the service.
“It’s So Easy”: The Time-Saving Solution
By taking over AML responsibilities, Smart Compliance allows Sarah and her team to focus on what they do best—listing and selling properties. One standout benefit is the efficiency of the AML checks, which take just 30 seconds to process. “You just copy and paste all of the information into the very speedy form, press send, and off it goes,” Sarah explains. This quick process frees up the team and instils confidence that compliance is being managed effectively.
Membership Benefits: Adding Extra Value
In addition to AML services, Sarah enjoys the benefits of membership provided through Lifetime Legal. She recently took advantage of the free will-writing service offered to all Smart Compliance agents and found the process straightforward and efficient. “It took 10 minutes, and then they sent me a PDF to review,” she notes. This service, which would have otherwise cost approximately £200 provided both financial savings and the comfort of knowing her wishes have been communicated.
The Mover Protection benefit, offering up to £1750 back if a property purchase fails through no fault of the buyer, is another feature Sarah values. During her own recent and particularly stressful property purchase, knowing she could claim this amount back provided an added layer of security.
A Successful Partnership
Sarah’s experience with Smart Compliance has been overwhelmingly positive. By outsourcing the AML process to Smart Compliance, her team has saved significant time and is reassured that the process is handled correctly. This streamlined approach allows them to focus on what truly matters—serving clients and growing the business.
Key Benefits of Smart Compliance
Smart Compliance offers several key benefits:
- The HMRC Guarantee: Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Increased Efficiency: Streamlining AML processes.
- Potential Revenue Stream: Creating opportunities for additional income.
This service is provided at no cost to agents, who also enjoy a complimentary Lifetime Legal membership for the duration of their partnership. Additionally, this membership is offered to your clients free of charge for three months, and includes:
- A complimentary will
- Mover protection up to £2570
- Unlimited access to a legal helpline
- Discounts and rewards on additional legal services and hundreds of household brands
You can watch the full interview with Sarah below. To discuss how Smart Compliance can help your business, you can book a meeting.
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