Home Information Packs
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. It is a legal requirement to have a Home Information Pack (HIP) and you can't market your property without one.
Compulsory documents
The following documents must be included in your Home Information Pack:
Freehold properties
- Home Information Pack Index
- the new Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ) (as of 6 April 2009)
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA)
- sustainability information (required for newly built homes)
- sale statement
- evidence of title
- standard searches (local authority and drainage and water)
Leasehold properties
- all the compulsory documents above
- a copy of the lease
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.
