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You have recently moved to a different house. Write a letter to an English speaking friend. In your letter explain why you have moved describe the new house invite your friend to come and visit Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ............,

#house #english #friend #visit #addresses
Dear Agnes, Thanks for the letter! How've you been faring? I am writing
you
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 to let you know the reasons behind my recent decision about changing apartments. I moved out of my apartment due to the restrictions given by the owner of the apartment, as he recently told me I can't entertain visitors neither can I come home after 11 pm, which I found quite demeaning,
hence
, my decision to switch houses. My new place,
however
, is nothing like my former place. My landlord is considerate
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 a fault and he understands the need to stay out late sometimes.
Also
, the apartment is really spacious. Did I mention that
this
 new place is equipped with a swimming pool and a gym? It's everything I have always wanted and more! I'd really love for you to
come
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 visit, probably during one of your short holidays. I can't wait to show you around. Just let me know when it'll be
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convienent
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convenient
 for you, so I can prepare. I can't wait! I look forward to welcoming you soon! With love, Ayo
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The Closing

The style of the letter determine how you have to close it.

Check out the suggested closing sentences for each type of letter in the General IELTS Test. The closing sentence should be the last sentence of your letter.

Formal style (To someone you have not met, whose name you don’t know)

  • Yours faithfully,

Semi-formal (To someone you may or may not have met, whose last name you know)

  • Yours sincerely,

Informal (To someone you know well, whose first name you know and use)

  • Best regards,
  • Warm wishes,

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