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Q4: "What goes in a HIP?"

  • A HIP includes documents that are required when homes are bought and sold. Some documents are mandatory and others optional.
  • The mandatory documents are:
    • An index (ie a list of the contents of the HIP)
    • A sale statement (summarising the terms of sale)
    • Evidence of title
    • Standard searches (ie local authority enquiries and a drainage and water search)
    • An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
    • Commonhold information (where appropriate)
    • A copy of the lease (where appropriate)
  • Documents that are optional include:
    • A Home Condition Report (HCR)
    • Additional leasehold, information
    • Guarantees and warranties
    • Other searches relevant to the particular area
  • Please look at the extensive information within our web-site including What's in the pack section of this web site.