Home Information Packs

The pack contains important information that buyers and sellers need to know:

Compulsory documents:

  • Energy Performance Certificate - This certificate shows the energy efficiency of the property
  • Sale Statement - Summary of terms of sale
  • Searches - Including Local Authority search, drainage search and water search
  • Evidence of title - Details of the title and information held about the property at the Land Registry
  • Leasehold and common hold documents - If applicable
  • New Homes Warranty (if applicable) - This applies if a property is bought off plan 
  • Home Information Pack Index - A list of documents contained within the HIP

Optional

  • Home Condition Reports (HCR) - This is similar to a current Scheme 2 survey
  • Work Carried Out - Receipts, certificates, etc, that relate to works done after any HCR
  • Legal Summary
  • Home Use Contents Form

Further details on each of these documents are available: Email info@safiaresidential.com

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Further Information on Property in the North East

In todays market buying a property can be a complicated business. We have put together some useful information to help

Home Information Packs

Energy Performance Certificates