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If I find out after I have purchased a property that the former owner has not settled the Government rent, will I be liable to pay?

Prior to purchasing a property, how can I check whether there is any unpaid Government rent?

What would happen to my property if Government rent is in arrears?

If I have not received or have lost the Demand Note for Government rent, what should I do?

How do I pay the Government rent?

If my property is vacant, do I still have to pay Government rent?

How is the amount of Government rent determined?

I have never received any Demand Note for Government rent before. Why do I receive one now?

Why do I have to pay Government rent?

Last Review Date: 1 Sep 2025
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