What is a Home Information Pack?

A Home Information Pack (HIP) is a set of documents that provides the buyer with key information on the property and must be provided by the seller or the seller's agent.
The following documents must be included in a HIP:

Freehold Properties

• Home Information Pack Index
• Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ)
• Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA)
• Sustainability information (required for newly built homes)
• Sale Statement
• Evidence of Title
• Local Authority Search
• Drainage & Water Search

Leasehold Properties

• All the compulsory documents above
• A copy of the Lease

For more information about these documents click on the link below:
http://www.homeinformationpacks.gov.uk/

Why do I need a Home Information Pack?
HIPs are now compulsory for most properties on the market in England and Wales. You, or your estate agent, cannot market your property until a HIP is available.
The HIP lets buyers see important information about the property at the start of the process, free of charge. This means there is less chance of buyers becoming aware of any surprises at the end of the process. The HIP can help reduce delays and extra expense to the buyer and seller.

For more information:
http://www.homeinformationpacks.gov.uk/

Do I always need a HIP?
If you are marketing a residential property, in England and Wales, it is a legal requirement that you obtain a HIP.
There are, however, a few exceptions:

• Properties where there is no marketing, for example if you are selling to a member of your family
• Properties limited by law to use as holiday accommodation or occupation for less than 11 months per year
• Mixed sales, for example a shop with flat
• Sales of portfolios of properties, for example selling two properties together
• Properties not being sold with completely vacant possession, for example with a sitting tenant
• Unsafe properties and properties due to be demolished
• Properties sold through the 'Right to Buy', 'Right to Acquire' and 'Social Home Buy' home ownership schemes

For more information click: http://www.homeinformationpacks.gov.uk/
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