Well what's all this hype about HIPS? home information packs

From 1 June house sellers will be required o have a HIP containing title deeds, local searches and an energy performance certificate.The big idea of the certificate is that, at a glance, would-be buyers will be able to see the properties energy efficiency - a bit like when buying a fridge and if there are any planning applications that may endanger their dream move.Energy performance certificates kill two birds with one stone - providing information for home buyers and ensuring the UK complies with an EU directive which comes into force in 2009.
Under the directive all homes have to be energy rated once every 10 years.However, the cost of having a property's energy performance assessed has been estimated at anything from £300 to £600.
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