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001			ABS64827
008			011203n2001 000 0 eng u
035			_a(Sirsi) u115809
100			_aKnight, S.
245			_aMadness in the method
260			_c2001
490			_aEstates Gazette _v(0145) 10 November 2001, 136(1)
520			_aThe case of "Lady Manor Ltd v Fat Cat Café Bars Ltd" (West London County Court, Abs64439) has created much interest and also prompted a fresh look at the methods used by agents. The main point arising from the "Fat Cat" case is that agents cannot provide unsolicited information and then demand payment. The article states that agents should make it clear that they want to effect an introduction and that they are acting on behalf of the prospective tenant or purchaser. Suggests a series of steps that should be taken to ensure that each party is clear about the services being provided. Concludes with a look at how many retailers and leisure operators are frustrated by the methods used by introducing agents
590			_aABS
650			_aLADY MANOR LTD V FAT CAT CAFE BARS
650			_aINTRODUCTORY FEES
650			_aESTATE AGENTS
650			_aNON-RETAINED AGENTS
650			_aCOMMISSIONS
650			_aENTITLEMENT
650			_aPROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
690			_aPROPERTY AND LAND LAW-AGENCY
942			_n0
999			_c68982 _d68982