Whats in a home information pack

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Home information packs for buyers

1. what do i need to do
2. what questions i need to ask
3. know your rights
4. how much will it cost
5. how do i get one
6. FAQ

Home information packs for sellers

1. what do i need to do
2. what about new build properties
3. know your rights
4. how much will it cost
5. how do i get one
6. FAQ

Energy certificates

1. About
2. Benefits
3. What it means
4. FAQ

Home information packs contain both compulsory and optional documents for buyers and sellers that contain information that both buyers and sellers require

Benefits for sellers

Providing a home information pack upfront should reduce the likelihood of any surprises in the selling process that could delay the sale, as buyers will be able to make more informed decisions when purchasing their home.

Benefits for buyers

The Pack provides essential information about the properties they are considering buying.

So what do home information packs include ?

The "compulsory" documents MUST be available in the pack for buyers; the "authorised" documents need only be included at the discretion of the seller.

Complusory documents in a HIP:

• A full index of the contents of the pack.
• A statement of sale (summarising the actual terms of the sale).
• An Evidence of Title Document.
• Standard searches (which may include enquiries from local authorities and a standard drainage and water search).
• An Energy Performance Certificate.
• Additional information for leasehold and commonhold sales, where appropriate.
• A HIP for newly built homes must include a certificate (or interim certificate) showing the rating that the home has received in respect of the Code for Sustainable Homes or a nil-rated certificate showing that the home has only been designed to meet current Building Regulations.

The authorised or volunteered documents may comprise:

• Legal summary
• Any current guarantees or warranties.
• A home condition report.

What if i dont have all the compulsory information

In the event of any essential items being unavailable for inclusion in the pack, the reasons for this must be fully explained in the index. The seller must also guarantee to produce any missing documents regarding leasehold, commonhold or search information as a matter of urgency. Except in exceptional circumstances, this should be deemed within 28 days. However, in the event of the seller being unable to produce the documents within the stipulated period of the 28 days, proof must be provided as to why they have not been produced and assurances validated that requests and inquiries in regard to obtaining them have been vigorously attempted.

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