The Association of International Property Professionals (AIPP) has produced a 64-page Consumer Handbook and Members Directory to guide overseas property buyers through the purchasing process and to introduce them to the Association's Members. The publication is available as a bagged supplement with the November issue of A Place in the Sun magazine, on sale from 27th September. It was officially launched at the 'Place in the Sun Live' exhibition at Birmingham's NEC on 29th September.

As well as introducing a full list of the AIPP's Members and the Code of Conduct to which all Members must adhere, the guide includes informative articles on important issues when buying overseas, and country guides to 32 of the most popular overseas property destinations.

'I believe it is high time the consumer had some clear guidance about who to deal with in the overseas property market,' said Paul Owen, Chief Executive of the AIPP. 'This publication explains what the AIPP does and how our work will help make this a better and a safer market for everyone.'

Sue Ash, Chair of AIPP's Board, added, 'The AIPP's main aim is to improve consumer confidence in the concept of buying abroad and their experiences of the buying process. At the same time, it will deliver a tangible, postive difference in the professional standards of the industry".

To receive a free copy of the AIPP Members Directory, please call the AIPP Head Office on +44 (0)20 7409 7061 or email enquiries@aipp.org.uk.