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Home Information Packs
Ombudsman schemes for estate agents
From 1 October 2008, all residential estate agents have to belong to an approved redress scheme dealing with complaints
What are HIPs?
Why you need a Home Information Pack and what they contain
HIPs: a buyer's guide
What you can expect if you're thinking of buying a property
HIPs: a seller's guide
What you need to do before your property goes on the market
Compulsory items
The required documents that must be included in your HIP
Optional items
Authorised documents that you may choose to include in your HIP
Leasehold and commonhold
Additional compulsory and optional items if your home is leasehold or commonhold
Energy Performance Certificates
Getting an energy efficiency rating for your property
Know your rights
Safeguards to protect buyers and sellers, and how to make a complaint
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