Money laundering is when the proceeds of criminal activities are disguised, or even converted, and realised as legitimate assets. It’s a hot topic at the moment, with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) working hard to crack down on the organised crime in the UK, which currently generates a staggering £24 billion a year. Property professionals make particularly attractive targets for criminals looking to hide their ill-gotten gains, as tracking the source of money in this market is often extremely difficult.