The Home Information Pack contains important information that buyers and sellers need to know. Home Information Packs including Energy Performance Certificates have been implemented on a phased basis which started on 1 August 2007.

All properties marketed for sale from 14 December 2007 in England and Wales will need a Home Information Pack. The Pack includes an Energy Performance Certificate, containing advice on how to cut carbon emissions and fuel bills.

Also included are documents such as a sale statement, searches and evidence of title. For sellers, providing a Pack upfront should reduce the likelihood of any nasty surprises in the selling process that could delay the sale, as buyers will be able to make more informed decisions about purchasing their home.

For buyers, the Pack provides essential information about properties they are considering buying, free of charge.

Compulsory documents

• Home Information Pack Index

• Energy Performance Certificate

• Sale statement

• Standard searches

• Evidence of title

• Additional information for leasehold and commonhold sales, where appropriate.

Optional

•  Home Condition Report

•  Legal summary

•  Home use/contents forms

• Other documents 

• Additional information for leasehold and commonhold sales, where appropriate. 

View Sample Home Information Pack