1. A leasehold flat has 71 years left on the lease. Is the headline price enough to compare it?
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No. Lease length, service charges, ground rent, planned works and professional advice may materially affect the decision.
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A short learning exercise. Open each answer after choosing your response.
2. The EPC says B. Does that guarantee low bills?
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No. Bills depend on occupancy, tariffs, weather and condition; confirm the certificate and real arrangements.
3. A listing says “near a station”. Can you assume the journey time?
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No. Check the route, mode, timetable and time of travel using an appropriate current source.
4. A seller accepts an offer. Is the sale legally complete?
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No. In England and Wales an accepted offer is generally subject to contract until exchange; processes differ across the UK.