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Actual occupation: occupier who fails to disclose her interest on inquiry (LRA 2002 Sch 3 para 2(b))

Dev is the sole registered proprietor of a freehold house in Bath, England. His partner, Rosa, contributed half the purchase price on the understanding that she would own half the house, and she has lived there with him ever since. Nothing about her interest appears on the register. Dev agreed to sell the house to Imran. Before exchange, Imran's solicitor wrote to Rosa at the house asking whether she claimed any interest in the property; Rosa, an adult who fully understood the question, replied in writing that she did not. The sale was completed, the purchase money was paid to Dev alone, and Imran was registered as proprietor. Rosa now claims a half share binding on Imran.

Which of the following best describes Rosa's position against Imran?

Choose one answer to see the reasoning.

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