Home Information Packs
Since 14 December 2007 every home that is marketed for sale in England & Wales requires a Home Information Pack (HIP), which includes a home energy rating. The main purpose of a HIP is to reduce the time a property transaction takes by allowing a buyer to see essential property paperwork before they make an offer.
With our expert legal knowledge and reputation for excellent client service, not only are our HIPs prepared to the very highest standard, they also come with a very pleasant price tag.
Prices
Choose from one of our highly competitive, all-inclusive rates to suit your needs:
HIP when combined with the conveyancing: £245 (inclusive of VAT)
This excellent rate is available if we both produce your HIP and then complete your conveyancing. Please also contact us for a competitive conveyancing quote.
HIP only: £295 (inclusive of VAT)
This stand alone rate applies if you only require a HIP without conveyancing.
For leasehold properties a copy of the lease is required. If you are unable to provide this, the Land Registry will charge £20 (inc. VAT) to cover the cost of obtaining a copy of your lease. We can obtain the copy on your behalf.
Selling your Property - why use Trethowans?
A HIP that is not compliant with the law can have cost implications for you and the estate agency marketing your property. So why take the chance? After all, a HIP is a set of legal documentation.
Our HIPs are compiled by lawyers. In fact, they are compiled by the very same people that will handle your conveyancing - our highly experienced Residential Property Team. As a result they actually understand what they doing and the legal significance of every element. Between them they also offer extensive knowledge of the local property markets and consistently deliver a first-class service:
- Our HIPs are easy to order and involve minimal paperwork.
- We closely liaise with all parties in the process without additional charge.
- The component parts of our HIPs are sourced through reputable third party suppliers, who are often local based.
- Our efficient service ensures that your HIP is affordable, produced quickly and delivered to you and your estate agent by email or in printed format.
- Our established links with estate agents mean that your property is marketed without delay.
What does a HIP contain?
At present, the Law requires:
- An Index with prescribed information
- An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) – prepared by an accredited Energy Assessor
- Sale statement with prescribed information
- Evidence of ownership (i.e. prescribed copies of your property deeds)
- Prescribed and compliant searches (Drainage and Local Authority)
Get in Touch
If you would like us to produce your HIP and/or handle your conveyancing, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please telephone your nearest office to discuss your requirements:
Salisbury office: 01722 412512
Contacts: Tim Higham, Tony Green or Pauline Hunton
Southampton office: 023 8032 1000
Contacts: Richard Thornback, Julie Culverhouse or Mark Barratt
Alternatively, if outside of normal office hours, please complete our online enquiry form and we'll get back to you.
