Home Information Packs: Essential Information
September 10 saw the introduction of Home Information Packs (HIPs) being required for every home with three or more bedrooms being put on the market in England and Wales.
If you're a buyer, you should ask for a Pack, which contains an Energy Performance Certificate and a number of other compulsory documents and if you're selling your home, you need to make sure you have commissioned one by the time that you market your property.
For sellers, providing a Pack upfront should reduce the likelihood of any nasty surprises in the selling process that could delay the sale, as buyers will be able to make more informed decisions about purchasing their home.
Find out how to commission a Pack or compile one yourself and what to look out for
For buyers, the Pack provides essential information about properties they are considering buying - free of charge - and reduces the chance of unwelcome surprises later on in the process.
Find out how to get a Pack, and what questions to ask when you receive one
For all you need to know visit the Home Information Pack website for more information...
