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Lydia ... I was confused by that. I think the argument being made is that the higher the ground rent, the more expensive it will be to extend the lease -- especially when marriage value becomes payable. Personally I always tell clients about the 80 year marriage value point then advise that they speak to a specialist surveyor to make sure that: a) the property is worth what they are paying for it taking into account the term remaining; b) the client is able to obtain advice from a surveyor re likely extension costs once the term falls below 80 years.