Search This is a request or enquiry relating to information about a property that is held by the local authority or a land registry department.Semi-Detached A property which is joined to one other house.Service Charge see Maintenance ChargeSole Agent This is a single estate agent entrusted with the sale of a property usually for an agreed term.Solicitor A legal expert who handles all documentations of a sale or purchase of a property.Stamp Duty A trax paid by the buyer for a property where the purchase price exceeds £ 60,000. The rates of duty paid ranges from 1% to 4% of the purchase price depending upon the total value of the property bought. Som areas may be exempt trom this charge depending on local conditions.Structural Survey See Building SurveyStudio Flat A property that consists of one main room or open plan living area which incorporates both sleeping and cooking facilities generally with a seperate bathroom or shower room.Subject to Contract The term used to confirm that a transaction is not legally binding.Surveyor A professionally qualified expert who carries out any instructed survey.