I had intended to instruct a property lawyer in Canonbury for our home move. Our financial adviser informed us that our mortgage lenders Nottingham Building Society won't deal with them. Surely this is unduly restrictive?

Before the recession most mortgage companies had a different appetite for risk. Almost all Canonbury conveyancing firms would have been on most bank panels. The Financial Services Authority in 2010 conducted a thematic investigation into mortgage fraud which concluded: know the conveyancing solicitors dealt with. Consequently, mortgage companies have regularly sought more data from law firms about their operations and their employees as well as set certain criteria such a completing on a minimum amount of transactions. Many Canonbury conveyancing firms that have been excluded from lender panels have Unblemished track record, no complaints and no claims and didn't just 'dabble' in conveyancing. Canonbury is one of the numerous areas where the solicitors we list are are authorised to act for Nottingham Building Society.

We are due to move house in May. Does my conveyancing solicitor call the removal company on the day of completion. On a separate note, can you put forward a removal company in Canonbury. Conveyancing firm was found prior to coming across this website.

On the day of completion you will need to pick up the keys from the property agent however this can only occur after the previous owners solicitors advise the agent that they have the completion monies and the keys can be given over. Subsequently you can advise the removal men that they can start moving you in. As a matter of policy we do not suggest a particular removal organisation but can assist you in finding a residential property solicitor in Canonbury or a firm with expertise in conveyancing in Canonbury.

Are all Canonbury Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the Principality conveyancing panel?

It is true that some banks and building societies now use the accreditation scheme as the kick off point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS membership however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to remain on their approved list of firms.

Intending to buy a house in Canonbury. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Building Society if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Skipton conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.

They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Canonbury property lawyer is on the Skipton conveyancing panel.

Is it simple use the search app to choose a conveyancing lawyer in Canonbury on the authorised to act for my mortgage?

First choose a lender such as HSBC Bank, Norwich and Peterborough Building Society or TSB then choose your preferred area such as Canonbury. Conveyancing firms in Canonbury and further afield should be shown.

I have just appointed agents to market my basement flat in Canonbury. Conveyancing is yet to be initiated, but I have recently had a quarterly maintenance charge invoice – should I leave it to the buyer to sort out?

The sensible thing to do is clear the invoice as normal as all rents and maintenance charges should be allotted on completion, so you will be reimbursed by the purchaser for the period running from after the completion date to the subsequent invoice date. Most managing agents will not acknowledge the buyer until the service charges have been paid and are up to date, so it is important for both buyer and seller for the seller to show that they are up to date. Having a clear account will assist your cause and will leave you no worse off financially.

I have attempted and failed to negotiate with my landlord for a lease extension without any joy. Can I make an application to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal? Can you recommend a Canonbury conveyancing firm to help?

Most certainly. We are happy to put you in touch with a Canonbury conveyancing firm who can help.

An example of a Lease Extension case for a Canonbury premises is 5C Stoke Newington Road in April 2010. the Tribunal therefore concludes that the premium to be paid for the extended lease is £700.00 This case affected 1 flat. The unexpired term was 80.5 years.

What is the distinction between surveying and conveyancing in Canonbury?

Conveyancing - in Canonbury or elsewhere - is the legal term given to transferring legal title of property from one person to another. It therefore includes the investigation of the title. Whether buying or selling, you should be aware of anything affecting the property such as proposals by government departments, illegal buildings, or outstanding rates. The conveyancer should conduct the appropriate searches and inquiries on the property. Surveying relates to the structure of a property itself. A surveyor will look at a house, flat and any outbuildings you’re intending to buy and will help you discover the condition of the building and, if there are problems, give you leverage for negotiating the buying price down or asking the vendor to remedy the defects before you complete your move.