I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and must vacate my let out property in Mickleover by 11/3/2026. Conveyancing for my house purchase is progressing. Is it possible to complete in a couple of weeks as I wish to avoid having to move into temporary accommodation?

It is unwise to give notice for your lease unless your lawyer suggests that you should. Assuming that you have not already done so, speak to your lawyer and request that they apply pressure on the other lawyers, try to get a realistic time scale from them that everyone will work towards

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly identified during conveyancing in Mickleover?

Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Mickleover. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’

I have been on the look out for a flat up to £305k and identified one close by in Mickleover I like with a park and station nearby, the downside is that it's only got 49 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Mickleover for this price, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake purchasing a short lease?

If you need a mortgage the shortness of the lease will likely be an issue. Reduce the price by the expected lease extension will cost if it has not already been discounted. If the current owner has owned the property for a minimum of 2 years you may request that they start the process of the extension and then assign it to you. You can add 90 years to the existing lease and have £0 ground rent by law. You should consult your conveyancing solicitor about this.

I am using a search engine for the words on line conveyancing in Mickleover it brings up numerous conveyancersin the area. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable solicitor for purchase transaction?

The ideal method of choosing the right conveyancer is via personal testimonial, so enquire of colleagues and those you trust who have acquired a property in Mickleover or a reputable estate agent or mortgage broker. Charges for conveyancing in Mickleover differ, so it's a good idea to secure at least four costs illustrations from different conveyancers. Be sure to secure confirmation that the fees are fixed.

My work colleague mentioned that before selecting a conveyancing firm they need approved by your lender. I am a FTB but I have an AIP via Santander and I already have a bricks and morter conveyancing solicitor in Mickleover in place. Can Virgin Money need an approved lawyer to be used? If so, where can I find that list for my conveyancing in Mickleover?

You should use a solicitor that is on the Virgin Money panel. Just telephone your chosen Mickleover conveyancing lawyer and ask if they are on the Virgin Money panel. If they are not on the panel you have a couple of options open to you here:

• Complete the deal with your preferred Mickleover solicitor but Virgin Money will no doubt retain a conveyancer on their conveyancing panel. The net result is additional fees together with potential delay.
• Choose a fresh conveyancing practitioner to act in the purchase, obviously checking they are on the Virgin Money conveyancing panel.
• Convince your property lawyer to apply to join the bank panel.