My wife and I have lately bought a property in Pinner. We have since encountered a number of issues with the property which we consider were omitted in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the type of searches that should have been carried out for conveyancing in Pinner?
The query is not clear as to the nature of the problems and if they are unique to conveyancing in Pinner. Conveyancing searches and investigations undertaken during the legal transfer of property are carried out to help avoid problems. As part of the process, the vendor answers a document referred to as a Seller’s Property Information Form. answers is inaccurate, then you may have a claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Pinner.
I have 71 years remaining on my lease and require a lease extension for my apartment in Pinner. Conveyancing solicitors on the Virgin panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Virgin have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 22/2/2026 the requirements read as follows :
I have been told by my lawyer that lack of planning permission insurance is necessary on my purchase. What is the typical level of cover needed for conveyancing in Pinner?
The appropriate level of lack of planning permission indemnity insurance should be dictated by who who your lender is. It would differ for example between Nationwide Building Society and Barnsley Building Society. Conveyancing practitioners as opposed to members of the public take out such insurances.
Does a directory service exist listing HSBC panel solicitors in Pinner on the Council of Mortgage Lender’s Website?
Unfortunately not yet. There is no such facility on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association websites. A small selection of banks make their panel listings viewable online. Where you are looking for a Pinner conveyancer on the HSBC please make the most of our tool.
My husband and I have organised the release of further funds on our mortgage from Lloyds as we intend to conduct renovations to our house in Pinner. Do we need to select a local Pinner solicitor on the Lloyds conveyancing panel to handle the paperwork?
Lloyds would not normally appoint firms on their approved list of lawyers to handle the formalities. If they do require any legal work then you would need to ensure that such a lawyer was on the Lloyds conveyancing panel.
Will commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that could affect a commercial site in Pinner?
Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in Pinner will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers spend in researching accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Pinner. The search result sets out definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Pinner.
For each commercial conveyancing transaction in Pinner it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately may cause delays to Pinner commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not conducted for domestic conveyancing in Pinner.
The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build apartment in Pinner. Conveyancing is daunting at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.
Set out below is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Pinner
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Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? Please supply evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Please supply a car parking plan.
Due to the advice of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Pinner prior to retaining solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the house. Our surveyor advised that some mortgage companies will refuse to give a mortgage on a flying freehold property.
It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different instructions from Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to telephone us we can check with the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Pinner. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Pinner especially if they regularly deal with such properties in Pinner.