What is a HIP?
The Home Information Pack (HIP) is a seller's pack of Information required by law
to be provided for residential sales in England and Wales. For sellers, providing a Pack upfront should reduce the risk of any surprises in the selling process that could delay the sale, as buyers will be able to make more informed decisions about purchasing their home. For the buyer, the Pack provides essential information about properties they are considering buying, free of charge.
What does the Pack contain?
- Index
- Energy Performance Certificate
- Sales statement
- Land registry title document
- Local authority search
- Drainage and water search
- There are additional items required for leasehold and unregistered sales which will involve additional
costs.
How long will it take?
Home Information Packs can take anything from 5 - 10 working days.
What form is the Pack delivered?
Electronic PDF delivery included in the price.
Printed and bound copies are available for an additional £20 per copy.