Home Information Packs have now come into effect for all homes in England.
The HIPs, the most notable ingredient of which is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), measuring the energy efficiency of the home for sale, are the result of the Homes Act 2004 and provoked years of debate within the property industry.
The idea of the Packs is that prospective buyers can exchange contracts much more quickly.
Once the EPC is available a HIP must be provided to prospective purchasers. Other documents must be added when they become available. Whether or not the HIP arrives before the property is taken off the market (agreement to sale having been reached), an EPC must be provided at exchange.
To make this whole process much easier for you and to get your house on the market as soon as possible, Paul Vitti Residential can arrange your HIP for you through our association with Awdry Bailey and Douglas, Solicitors.
For more information contact: Property Consultant Sarah Dunn on 01793 852246 or 07852229701