Sophie is a first-time buyer purchasing a one-bedroom flat in Manchester for £175,000. She has viewed the property twice and it appeared to be in good condition. Her solicitor, Sarah, recommends carrying out various searches before she commits to the purchase, including Local Authority, Water and Drainage, and Environmental Searches. Sophie is concerned about the additional cost of approximately £350 and asks whether the searches are really necessary given that the property looks fine. Her solicitor explains that searches cost a few hundred pounds but can save thousands by revealing problems that might not be obvious from a physical inspection.
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