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Exclusive offers and discounts for RICS members

Ensuring your Benefits Plus programme gives you what you want

Over the past few years we’ve negotiated a rangeof exclusive offers and discounts for RICS members.

These special offers and discounts are designed toprovide genuine savings for you and your business,to help with your finances and for your leisure time.Choose from discounted buildings insurance andrisk management advice, to an attractive range oftravel services and investment advice, as well asspecial savings on luxury cars and clothing.

We regularly review and update the rewards andpartners in the programme, to ensure you willcontinue to benefit from a range of rewards anddiscounts from some of the world’s biggest brands.

Are you benefiting from Benefits Plus?

With so many pluses, it’s no wonder that thousandsof RICS members are already making the most oftheir membership and enjoying great savings. Don'tmiss out, start benefiting today.

Your business

• Wesleyan for Professionals – office andmotor insurance

• Travelers – professional indemnity insurance

• Moneypenny – telephone answering services

• Yellow Pages – corporate advertising scheme

• Thomson – local directories

• Citation – employment law and health & safetycompliance services

• F-Secure – internet security and online backup

• RICS Giftware

• RICS Equipment for Surveyors

Your finances

• T.M Lewin – menswear and womenswear

• Mercedes-Benz Corporate – exclusive Mercedes-Benz offers

• Hiscox – home and contents insurance

• St James’s Place – wealth management advice

• Standard Life Health – health insurance

• ASUA – travel insurance

• Classic Car Club – hire and drive classic cars

• Bristol & London – car accident management service

Your travel

• BCP – airport car parking and pre-flight services

• Hertz – worldwide car hire

• Ordnance Survey – maps

Mercedes-Benz: Working with you to deliver a world class experience

We are delighted by how well the partnershipbetween RICS and Mercedes-Benz is going –with a number of RICS members already makingsignificant savings on a wide range ofMercedes-Benz vehicles.

There is an ever-changing range of exclusivepackages and discounts on offer to all RICS members.Mercedes-Benz gives you the opportunity to enjoy

exclusive offers on some of its most prestigiousmodels. Whether you have responsibility for a fleetor are looking for a car for yourself, there has neverbeen a better time to enjoy the quality and style thatMercedes-Benz offers.

For more information on Mercedes-Benz offers contact:w: www.rics.org/mercedes t: +44 (0)870 600 1378

Wealth management advice from St James’s Place

RICS has negotiated a range of exclusive memberservices from St. James’s Place, experts in wealthmanagement advice.

Whether you are looking to minimise your personaltaxation, invest for growth, or plan for your retirement,St. James’s Place is well placed to help you achieveyour desired financial and lifestyle goals.

St James’s Place has already hosted a number ofcomplimentary financial management briefings forRICS members, with more planned for the future.They are also offering personal financial reviews.

For more information on St James’s Place contact:w: www.rics.org/sjp t: +44 (0)800 953 3030 e: rics@sjp.co.uk

Home insurance for less with Hiscox

Hiscox specialises in providing home insurancefor professional people. Their standard homepolicy provides higher levels of cover than manyother home insurance policies and representsexcellent value for RICS members.

Highlights of cover and discounts provided include:

• Cover as standard for all of your belongings if theyare accidentally damaged or lost

• Comprehensive buildings and contents insuranceincluding garden furniture and bikes

• Highly efficient claims service with knowledgeable

UK-based staff. No forms and some claims paidwithin 24 hours

• Accidental damage cover for buildings andcontents as standard

• Worldwide cover as standard for theft, loss anddamage of your possessions when you take themaway temporarily from home

• 15% discount for RICS members on Hiscoxstandard rates.

For more information on Hiscox contact:w: www.rics.org/hiscox t: +44 (0) 845 365 1704

Ensure that your business is always compliant when it comes toHR issues with Citation plc

RICS is delighted to include Citation plc withinthe Benefits Plus portfolio. Citation plc providesa fixed cost Employment Law and Health andSafety service to ensure businesses fulfil theirobligations and remain compliant.

Benefits include:

• A tailored system that deals with all the legallyrequired policy documentation (such as employeehandbooks, contracts of employment and Healthand Safety policies)

• A manned 24 hour advice line

• Annual site audits

• An all encompassing financial indemnity shouldaction be taken against you or your firm.

As part of the Benefits Plus programme, RICS hasnegotiated an exclusive discount on Citation plc’sstandard fees for RICS members.

For more information on Citation plc contact:w: www.rics.org/citation t: +44 (0) 1565 682013e: rics@citation.co.uk

Wesleyan for Professionals: Best quality motor and office insurance – at a price you can afford

Wesleyan for Professionals is able to offerexclusive discounts for RICS members, withsavings on motor and office insurance policies.

Motor insurance

You can save time by searching a panel of leadingmotor insurers to match your individual needs whileproviding great value. In addition, RICS membersare entitled to a £50 cashback on all policies.

Office insurance

What’s more, you can get at least 10% off your officeinsurance. Wesleyan’s office cover is designed tosuit the needs of today's workplace. With cover thatis flexible and comprehensive, it provides a number

of key features included as standard – such as:

• One buildings rating area for the whole of the UK

• ‘All risks’ cover for all the contents of the office

• Cover for specialist surveying equipment whenaway from the premises

• Theft cover including walk-in losses during businesshours and personal accident cover for key employees.

For more information on Wesleyan for Professionalscontact: w: www.rics.org/wesleyanoffice t: +44 (0)800 107 5806 w: www.rics.org/wesleyanmotort: +44 (0)800 316 7549

Worldwide car hire from Hertz

RICS is proud to continue our long standingrelationship with Hertz.

RICS members are automatically part of the HertzMember Benefits programme. There are a numberof excellent benefits you are able to enjoy, including:

• 5% off the best available rates when you book

• Free special car group upgrades

• Special money off vouchers and otherpromotional offers

• Save time and money with Hertz #1Club membership.

For more information on Hertz contact:w: www.rics.org/hertz t: +44 (0)870 844 4 844

With Travelers you can benefit from the best adviceon professional indemnity insurance

Travelers is a leading professional indemnityinsurer, with extensive experience and expertisein protecting surveyors, estate agents, propertymanagers and construction professionals fromthe risk of negligence claims.

As the official provider of risk management servicesto RICS members, Travelers’ risk managementconsultants deliver advice and information on how

RICS members may best reduce their exposure toclaims of negligence.

Travelers is well placed to help RICS membersrecognise the risks inherent in private practice, andthe common pitfalls and underlying problems thatcan so often give rise to client complaints and claims.

For more information on Travelers contact:w: www.rics.org/travelers

Great news for RICS members – introducing The Book from Thomson Local

RICS and Thomson Local have been workingtogether for a number of years to successfullypromote RICS and its members in the UK.

Thomson Local directories have now linked up withNectar and have also redesigned and re-launchedtheir directory under the more contemporary nameof The Book.

RICS members can benefit from a unique advertisingprogramme with Thomson Local, giving you a costeffective option to appear in a display advertisementunder the RICS banner.

For more information on Thomson Local contact:w: www.rics.org/thomson t: +44 (0)1415 726371e: gary.lee@thomsonlocal.com

Internet security and online backup for RICS Members provided by F-Secure

RICS is delighted to be able to offer membersdiscounts on vital computer protection inassociation with F-Secure.

With the number of viruses growing daily, only usingantivirus or free software is not enough.

RICS members are entitled to a 20% discount on

both F-Secure Internet Security 2010 to safeguardyour computer from viruses, hackers, and otheronline criminals, and Online Backup to safeguardyour files against possible computer failure or damage.

For more information on F-Secure contact:w: www.rics.org/fsecure

Now it’s easier to travel in style – with BCP

RICS and BCP have worked together for severalyears to make RICS members’ travel easier.

BCP has an unrivalled choice of over 50 car parksacross 20 UK airports. RICS members can enjoy15% off BCP pre-book prices on a range of secureon and off airport parking facilities.

If you are traveling abroad you can also treat yourselfto a little pre-flight luxury. RICS members can claiman extra 15% discount on a range of otherservices, including:

• Meet and Greet

• ChauffeurDrive Express

• Complimentary drinks and snacks in one of severalexecutive airport lounges and savings on parkingat BCP parking facilities across London.

For more information on BCP contact:w: www.rics.org/bcp t: +44 (0)870 013 4535quote ‘RICS’

Save money on quality menswear and womenswear at TM Lewin

We are delighted to offer RICS memberscontinued savings on high quality clothing inassociation with TM Lewin.

Take advantage of some really valuable discounts acrossa fantastic range of products available at TM Lewin.

You'll find the highest quality men's shirts,menswear, women's shirts and suits at greatcorporate prices.

For more information, and to download your discountvoucher, visit: w: www.rics.org/tmlewin

Save money on a range of products from Ordnance Survey

RICS is pleased to introduce this partnership withGreat Britain’s national mapping agency.

RICS members can enjoy exclusive offers onOrdnance Survey's range of paper maps. Membersreceive 20% off:

• OS Landranger Maps

• OS Explorer Map

• OS Explorer Map – Active Series

• OS Select

For more information on Ordnance Survey visit:w: www.rics.org/ordnancesurvey

Improve customer service whilst reducing business costs with Moneypenny

Moneypenny is an award winning telephoneanswering service that can genuinely reducecosts whilst improving customer service.

Having your very own dedicated Moneypenny PA tolook after your calls, as if based in your office, willensure you're working smarter.

RICS members are able to try the serviceMoneypenny provides absolutely free for two weekswithout any commitment.

For more information on Moneypenny contact:w: www.rics.org/moneypenny t: +44 (0)8000 199 944

Exclusive travel insurance deals from ASUA

All Seasons Underwriting Agencies Ltd (ASUA), inassociation with ETI International Travel Protection(ETI), the specialist travel arm of one of the world’sleading re-insurers, are able to offer a range ofexclusive travel insurance solutions for RICSmembers, their families and their work colleagues.

Exclusive offers include:

• Cover on business and leisure travel at noadditional premium

• A wide range of options available from extendingcover to RICS members’ families to arranging bespoke

group company policies anywhere in the world

• The option to 'top up' business travel cover againstpolitical risk evacuation for RICS members travellingin areas that may be subject to outbreak of war,terrorism or civil unrest

• An RICS dedicated 24 hour claims and assistancephone line

• A further 25% discount for RICS trainees andcandidates on a range of value for money options.

For more information on ASUA visit:w: www.rics.org/asua

Special advertising in Yellow Pages for RICS members

Yellow Pages has been introducing buyers tosellers for over 40 years.

As part of Yellow Pages Corporate AdvertisingScheme, RICS has arranged a high impact displayadvert in Yellow Pages. You'll be joining nearly 3,000

RICS members who receive the endorsement of oneof the most trusted names in the industry, reassuringpotential customers of their hard earned credentials.

For more information on Yellow Pages contact:w: www.rics.org/yellowpages t: +44 (0)808 100 7890

Drive some of the most desirable cars in the world at adiscounted price with Classic Car Club

The Classic Car Club enables members to drive arange of beautiful cars without having the worryor expense of actually owning them.

This exclusive private members club has opened itsdoors to Benefits Plus and is offering RICS membersa 10% discount on joining.

Use of cars is via the Classic Car Club pointsscheme. Upon joining, RICS members will receive an

allocation of points which will then be exchangedthroughout the year for days behind the wheel of anyof the Club's fleet of classic cars.

With the Benefits Plus programme, RICS memberswill be able to enjoy this exclusive facility at specialdiscounted rates.

For more information on The Classic Car Club visit:w: www.rics.org/classiccarclub

Bristol and London: Keeping you on the road if you ever have an accident

Bristol & London is the UK’s leading providerof prestige car replacements. The accidentmanagement service incorporates all types ofincidents, regardless of liability, make or model.

RICS’ partnership with Bristol & London offers RICSmembers a comprehensive accident managementservice, encompassing all aspects of accidentmanagement from the first notification of loss andclaims management, through to insurance liaison,repair management and repatriation of the vehicle.

Key features and benefits include:

• Provision of like-for-like vehicles to driversinvolved in a non-fault accident, whilst their

own vehicle is being repaired

• Complimentary accident management service

• Dedicated 24 hour free phone number

• 24 hour roadside accident recovery service

• Nationwide network of repairers

• Complete repair management

• Total loss management.

Now you can benefit from this exclusive service at aspecially negotiated rate.

For more information on Bristol & London visit:w: www.rics.org/bristolandlondon

Equipment for Surveyors: helping you to keep practicing

The Equipment for Surveyors service providesRICS members with a dedicated, one stop shopfor practical equipment, tools and accessoriesused by today's working surveyors, all atexclusive discounted prices.

The service has been developed in association withSurvey Systems Ltd, a long established surveyingpractice and specialist supplier of surveying andancillary equipment to both businesses and individuals.

For more information on Equipment for Surveyorsvisit: w: www.surveyors-equipment.com

The RICS Giftware Collection –prestigious corporate gifts ready for you to use

The RICS giftware range consists of high qualityitems which make perfect gifts.

Favourites include the cufflinks bearing the RICSlogo, and range of six silk ties. Newer additions tothe collection include some essential office items,such as a branded USB stick and a stylish RICSdesk clock. A golf umbrella brandishing the lion’shead has also been introduced, perfect for ourunpredictable British weather.

For each item sold, 10% of the net sale price will goto LionHeart, the benevolent fund for RICS membersand their families.

For more information and to view and purchaseitems online visit: w: www.ricsbooks.com/giftware

To request a free copy of the giftware brochure phoneRICS’ Contact Centre on +44 (0) 870 333 1600.

We are continuously adding to the Benefits Plusscheme. Keep up to date on the latest offers, discountsand benefits by visiting www.rics.org/benefitsplus

Site Builder – a simple and highly cost effective way to createyour own professional website.

Site Builder is a new way to help take all the hardwork out of ensuring that you always have a welldesigned, best of breed web presence that willhelp to give you an immediate competitive edgein your local market.

Site Builder is a new way to help take all the hardwork out of ensuring that you always have a welldesigned, best of breed web presence that will helpto give you an immediate competitive edge in yourlocal market.

We’ve negotiated an exclusive way of paying for thisservice, which will save you money and enable youto spread the costs over the year rather than havingto pay for everything at one time.

To subscribe to this unique new service, follow theonline instructions and before you know it you willhave a professional website, which will ensure youproject the right image to clients and other key targetaudiences locally and nationally.

There are three different levels of Site Builder Plan foryou to choose from. You can upgrade your Plan atany time, as your business grows and you start tosee the benefits of having a fully professional onlinepresence.

For more information on on RICS Site Builder contact:w: www.rics.org/citation t: +44 (0) 1565 682013 e: rics@citation.co.uk

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Advancing standards in land, property and construction.

RICS is the world’s leading qualification when it comes to professionalstandards in land, property and construction.

In a world where more and more people, governments, banks and commercialorganisations demand greater certainty of professional standards and ethics,attaining RICS status is the recognised mark of property professionalism.

Over 100 000 property professionals working in the major established and emerging economies of the world have already recognised the importance of securing RICS status by becoming members.

RICS is an independent professional body originally established in the UK by Royal Charter. Since 1868, RICS has been committed to setting and upholdingthe highest standards of excellence and integrity – providing impartial,authoritative advice on key issues affecting businesses and society.

RICS is a regulator of both its individual members and firms enabling it tomaintain the highest standards and providing the basis for unparalleled client confidence in the sector.

RICS has a worldwide network. For further information simply contact therelevant RICS office or our Contact Centre.

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United Kingdomcontactrics@rics.org

Asiaricsasia@rics.org

Africaricsafrica@rics.org

Americasricsamericas@rics.org

Middle Eastricsmiddleeast@rics.org

Oceaniaricsoceania@rics.org

Indiaricsindia@rics.org

RICS HQ

Parliament SquareLondon SW1P 3ADUnited Kingdom

Worldwide mediaenquiries:E pressoffice@rics.org

Contact Centre: E contactrics@rics.orgT +44 (0)870 333 1600F +44 (0)20 7334 3811