A HIP provides information about a property, up-front and in an easy-to-follow format.
The HIP will contain information at the first point of marketing that used to be compiled by a solicitor at the
conveyancing stage of the house sale. This enables potential buyers to make an informed decision before they put in an offer.
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An index - a list of all the documents included, and any that are missing |
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An Energy Performance Certificate |
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A Sale Statement - basic information about the property |
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Evidence of Title - an up-to-date, official record of who owns the land |
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Local Authority searches |
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Drainage and Water searches |
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Leasehold properties must also provide documents relating to the lease |
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| energy performance certificate |
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The seller must have their property certified by a licensed Energy Inspector. The certificate will provide a rating graph to
show how energy efficient the building is, and the likely energy costs of occupying the property.
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To find out more about HIPs and how they could affect you, download 'Our Guide to HIPs' by clicking here. |
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