Me and my partner are soon to complete buying a property in Pinner but as a result of wreckage from some water damage at the property I have was able negotiate compensation from the seller of three thousand pounds taking the form of a reduction in the price. This was going to be dealt with as part of a side agreement however UBS will not permit this. Why were they involved?

Your solicitor that is on a UBS conveyancing panel is obliged to disclose to UBS of any amendments to the sale price. If you prohibit your conveyancer to notify the reduction to UBS then they would have to discontinue acting for you. In addition, UBS and you would have to appoint a new property lawyer for your conveyancing in Pinner.

Can you explain why leasehold purchase conveyancing in Pinner is more expensive?

Pinner leasehold properties involve far more paperwork than a freehold purchase, and therefore takes more time to examine and advise upon.Conveyancing will involve the lease having to be checked which is usually a lengthy document, queries raised to ensure that the covenants and conditions have been observed. If it is a flat there will be a management company in existence and the accounts of this will need to be checked and enquiries raised to ensure it is operating efficiently and that all monies due have been paid by the Seller to the company and if not ensuring that money is paid up to date or the appropriate undertakings obtained.

What can a local search reveal concerning the house I am buying in Pinner?

Pinner conveyancing often starts with the applying for local authority searches directly from your local Authority or through a personal search company such as Onsearch The local search plays an important part in many a Pinner conveyancing purchase; as long as you wish to avoid any unpleasant once you have moved into your new home. The search will reveal information on, amongst other things, details on planning applications relevant to the property (whether granted or refused), building control history, any enforcement action, restrictions on permitted development, nearby road schemes, contaminated land and radon gas; in all a total of 13 subject areas.

My brother has urged me to instruct his conveyancing solicitors in Pinner. Do I follow his advice?

Much as we are happy to recommend a Pinner conveyancing lawyer the best way to find a conveyancing lawyer is to have feedback from friends or relatives who have previously instructed the conveyancer you're considering.

Can you offer any advice when it comes to choosing a Pinner conveyancing firm to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

If you are instructing a property lawyer for lease extension works (regardless if they are a Pinner conveyancing practice) it is essential that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We advise that you talk with several firms including non Pinner conveyancing practices before you instructing a firm. If the firm is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be of use:

Can they put you in touch with clients in Pinner who can give a testimonial? What are the charges for lease extension work?

I have tried to negotiate informally with with my landlord for a lease extension without any joy. Can a leaseholder make an application to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal? Can you recommend a Pinner conveyancing firm to act on my behalf?

Most definitely. We can put you in touch with a Pinner conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Lease Extension case for a Pinner premises is Flats 8, 11 and 15 Craigmore Court 46 Murray Road in December 2013. The tribunal held that the price payable by the Applicant tenant of Flat 8 to acquire an extended lease shall be £26,438 plus £1 to the intermediate lessee . The tribunal held that the price payable by the Applicant tenants of Flat 11 to acquire an extended lease shall be £26,791 plus £1 to the intermediate lessee. The tribunal held that the price payable by the Applicant tenant of Flat 15 to acquire an extended lease shall be £26,638 plus £1 to the intermediate lessee . This case was in relation to 3 flats. The unexpired lease term was 71 years.