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A request or enquiry for information concerning the property
held by a local authority or by the land registry.
Semi-detached
A property which is joined to one other house.
Service charge
See Maintenance Charge.
Sole agent
When a seller chooses only one estate agent to sell their
home.
Solicitor
Legal expert handling all documentation for the sale or
purchase of a property.
Stamp duty
A tax paid by purchasers of properties with a value in excess
of £60,000, of between 1% and 4% depending on value.
Structural survey
See Building survey.
Studio Flat
A flat consisting of one main room or open-plan living area
incorporating cooking and sleeping facilities and a separate
bathroom/shower room.
Subject to Contract
Words to indicate that an agreement is not yet legally binding.
Surveyor
Professionally-qualified expert who carries out the survey.
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