Why Compliance Matters in Deal Sourcing (And What Investors Should Check)
Deal sourcing is a regulated activity — and compliance isn’t optional.
Unfortunately, many investors don’t realise this until something goes wrong.
What Compliance Really Means
A professional deal sourcer should be:
- Registered with The Property Ombudsman or PRS
- Registered for Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
- Properly insured (Professional Indemnity & Public Liability)
- GDPR compliant
- Transparent with fees
This protects both sides.
Why Investors Should Care
Without compliance:
- Investors have no formal protection
- Disputes are harder to resolve
- Funds may not be handled correctly
- Deals can collapse late in the process
Compliance isn’t admin — it’s security.
Red Flags to Watch For
🚩 No written agreement
🚩 No proof of registration
🚩 “Too good to be true” returns
🚩 Pressure to pay quickly
🚩 No due diligence provided
Final Thought
A compliant sourcer is accountable.
And accountability builds trust.
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