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Why Join the The Institution of Commercial & Business Agents?

Gain a voice in your industry as a member of a nationally recognised body. Government departments, local authorities, legal bodies, insurance companies, trade organisations and the general public are all increasingly accepting the role of the ICBA in defining industry standards.

Professional recognition, affiliate programmes, networking opportunities, marketing support, newsletters and training assistance are all part of the ICBA package.

Features and Benefits of ICBA Membership

Designations:
As a member of the ICBA, at Member or Fellow grade, you can use designatory letters to display to clients that you belong to the ICBA.

PropertyLive Website:
Firms with a Principal, Partner or Director as a member, can upload properties from each of their offices, for FREE. This means you can have your own dedicated property search site with which to attract clients.

Professional development courses:
As a member you can benefit from substantial discounts on ICBA courses which will help you to develop your skills and keep up to date with changes in the industry.

Free legal advice:
As a member you can access free legal advice through our law lines.

Weekly email and magazines:
Keep up to date with what is going on in the industry and the Institution through our weekly email and Commercial Moves magazine.

Networking opportunities:
Local branch meetings keep you up to date with local and national ICBA activities and allow you to network with fellow Agents in your area.

Find a Member: As a member you will be listed on our website under the ‘Find a Member’ facility. This allows the public to identify ICBA members and will help market your company to them.

Credibility:
Demonstrate your integrity as a reputable professional through membership of ICBA.

Corporate Grades of Membership:

Membership of the The Institution of Commercial & Business Agents is open to individuals practising in Commercial & Business Agency who accept the nstitution’s aims and rules.

Fellow
Applicants must hold the NFOPP Diploma in Commercial Property Agency or a comparable, nationally recognised, qualification approved by the Association for membership. In addition the applicant must have at least 5 years experience in estate agency and be able to provide details of this.

Subscription fee £175.00 per year

Member
Applicants must hold the NFOPP Technical Award in Commercial Property Agency, or a comparable, nationally recognised, qualification approved by the Association for membership.

Subscription fee £175.00 per year

Student Grade Membership:

Student
This grade of membership is open to individuals who are yet to achieve a suitable qualification for membership e.g. those working towards the NFOPP Technical Award in Commercial Property Agency. The Student grade of membership is not available to company Principals, Partners or Directors.

Subscription fee £115.00 per year

Note to applicants:

Please ensure you read the "Notes for Applicants"(attached to the application form), Rules of Conduct & Code of Practice and the NFoPP Memorandum & Articles of Association carefully before submitting an application. All applications are subject to a £50 application fee. This fee is not refundable under any circumstances and should be provided separate to the subscription fees.

If you are interested in learning more about the qualifications offered by the National Federation of Property Professionals (NFoPP) Awarding Body click here.

If you have any questions regarding your suitability for membership or require any assistance with your application please contact the Membership Department by email to applications@nfopp.co.uk

or by calling 01926 417 790.

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