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Home Information Packs News
Hips 'beneficial to first-time buyers'
It would be to the detriment of first-time buyers if Home Information Packs (Hips) were suspended, it has been claimed.
17 Sep 2008
It would be to the detriment of first-time buyers if Home Information Packs (Hips) were suspended, it has been claimed.
17 Sep 2008
AHIPP defends home information packs
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP) has responded to calls from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) for the removal of search information from home information packs (Hips).
27 Aug 2008
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP) has responded to calls from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) for the removal of search information from home information packs (Hips).
27 Aug 2008
AHIPP claim Hips help process of buying and selling
According to the Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP), there is no doubt that Home Information Packs (Hips) have delivered benefits to both buyers and sellers.
11 Aug 2008
According to the Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP), there is no doubt that Home Information Packs (Hips) have delivered benefits to both buyers and sellers.
11 Aug 2008
Estate agents accused of not providing buyers with Hips
A number of estate agents have been accused of breaking the law by not providing prospective buyers with Home Information Packs (Hips).
04 Aug 2008
A number of estate agents have been accused of breaking the law by not providing prospective buyers with Home Information Packs (Hips).
04 Aug 2008
Proposal for improvements to Hips
A new Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ) may be introduced to help simplify the information contained in Home Information Packs (Hips).
31 Jul 2008
A new Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ) may be introduced to help simplify the information contained in Home Information Packs (Hips).
31 Jul 2008
AHIPP says Hips "streamline" process of buying and selling homes
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP) has hit back against claims by the government that Hips should be scrapped.
22 Jul 2008
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP) has hit back against claims by the government that Hips should be scrapped.
22 Jul 2008
Hips to highlight asbestos problems
Home information packs (Hips) will help to highlight problems with asbestos before a purchase is secured.
28 Feb 2008
Home information packs (Hips) will help to highlight problems with asbestos before a purchase is secured.
28 Feb 2008
Hips benefits highlighted
The benefits of Home information packs (Hips) have been highlighted by the National Association of Registered Home Inspectors (Nahir).
05 Feb 2008
The benefits of Home information packs (Hips) have been highlighted by the National Association of Registered Home Inspectors (Nahir).
05 Feb 2008
Hips reduce speculative marketing
The introduction of Home information packs (Hips) has reduced the number of people who speculatively put their properties on the market, according to AA Legal Services.
29 Jan 2008
The introduction of Home information packs (Hips) has reduced the number of people who speculatively put their properties on the market, according to AA Legal Services.
29 Jan 2008
Hips need more information
There are calls for Home information packs (Hips) to contain more information.
15 Jan 2008
There are calls for Home information packs (Hips) to contain more information.
15 Jan 2008
Govt 'lost nerve' over Hips
The government has been accused of losing "its nerve" over the introduction of Home information packs (Hips).
03 Jan 2008
The government has been accused of losing "its nerve" over the introduction of Home information packs (Hips).
03 Jan 2008
Rollout of Hips is complete
Home information packs (Hips) are finally a mandatory part of the home-selling process for all properties in England and Wales.
14 Dec 2007
Home information packs (Hips) are finally a mandatory part of the home-selling process for all properties in England and Wales.
14 Dec 2007
Benefits of Hips highlighted by Ahipp
Home information packs (Hips) will benefit the property market and make it easier for first-time buyers (FTBs) to purchase a home.
10 Dec 2007
Home information packs (Hips) will benefit the property market and make it easier for first-time buyers (FTBs) to purchase a home.
10 Dec 2007
Hips to benefit everyone
All homeowners will see the benefits of Home information packs (Hips) in the long-term.
30 Nov 2007
All homeowners will see the benefits of Home information packs (Hips) in the long-term.
30 Nov 2007
Hips for all homes by December
The government has announced that Home information packs (Hips) are to become a mandatory part of the home-selling process for all properties in England and Wales from December 14th onwards.
22 Nov 2007
The government has announced that Home information packs (Hips) are to become a mandatory part of the home-selling process for all properties in England and Wales from December 14th onwards.
22 Nov 2007
Hips defended over effect on FTBs
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' (Rics') claim that Home information packs (Hips) are forcing first-time buyers (FTBs) out of the housing market have been slammed.
15 Nov 2007
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors' (Rics') claim that Home information packs (Hips) are forcing first-time buyers (FTBs) out of the housing market have been slammed.
15 Nov 2007
Hips expert speaks out on energy efficiency
A Home Information Packs (Hips) expert has spoken about the importance of energy efficiency in the home to kick off this year's Energy Saving Week.
23 Oct 2007
A Home Information Packs (Hips) expert has spoken about the importance of energy efficiency in the home to kick off this year's Energy Saving Week.
23 Oct 2007
Hips delay down to market volatility
Home information packs (Hips) will continue to be rolled out across the housing market once the market has settled down.
17 Oct 2007
Home information packs (Hips) will continue to be rolled out across the housing market once the market has settled down.
17 Oct 2007
Hips increase energy efficiency awareness
The fact that Home information packs (Hips) are mandatory for many home sellers has increased awareness about energy efficiency.
12 Oct 2007
The fact that Home information packs (Hips) are mandatory for many home sellers has increased awareness about energy efficiency.
12 Oct 2007
Hips help energy efficiency
Energy efficiency will remain a key priority as a result of Home information packs (Hips).
11 Oct 2007
Energy efficiency will remain a key priority as a result of Home information packs (Hips).
11 Oct 2007
Ahipp slams Tory Hip move
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (Ahipp) has criticised the Conservative Party over its pledge to scrap Home information packs (Hips).
02 Oct 2007
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (Ahipp) has criticised the Conservative Party over its pledge to scrap Home information packs (Hips).
02 Oct 2007
Call for full-scale Hips rollout
Home information packs (Hips) should become a mandatory part of the home-selling process for all properties.
27 Sep 2007
Home information packs (Hips) should become a mandatory part of the home-selling process for all properties.
27 Sep 2007
Rics faces opposition to Hips stance
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has run into trouble over its stance on Home information packs (Hips).
25 Sep 2007
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has run into trouble over its stance on Home information packs (Hips).
25 Sep 2007
Sellers want change to Hips payment
The majority of home-sellers are unhappy about paying for Home information packs (Hips) upfront.
21 Sep 2007
The majority of home-sellers are unhappy about paying for Home information packs (Hips) upfront.
21 Sep 2007
Hips highlight poor energy ratings in UK homes
The average four-bedroom home is scoring badly when it comes to energy ratings.
12 Sep 2007
The average four-bedroom home is scoring badly when it comes to energy ratings.
12 Sep 2007
Hips loophole may not benefit seller
Many homeowners may choose to start advertising their properties in different ways as Home information packs (Hips) begin to affect the market.
11 Sep 2007
Many homeowners may choose to start advertising their properties in different ways as Home information packs (Hips) begin to affect the market.
11 Sep 2007
Hips have been a success
The rollout of Home information packs (Hips) to properties with three or more bedrooms proves that the scheme is a success.
07 Sep 2007
The rollout of Home information packs (Hips) to properties with three or more bedrooms proves that the scheme is a success.
07 Sep 2007
Ahipp seeks Hips assurance
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (Ahipp) has moved to put an end to the controversy surrounding personal searches.
04 Sep 2007
The Association of Home Information Pack Providers (Ahipp) has moved to put an end to the controversy surrounding personal searches.
04 Sep 2007
Hips are one month old
Home information packs (Hips) will have been a part of the home-selling process for one month this weekend.
31 Aug 2007
Home information packs (Hips) will have been a part of the home-selling process for one month this weekend.
31 Aug 2007
Hips row rolls on
Reports that mortgage lenders are refusing to accept personal local authority searches as part of Home information packs (Hips) have been denied.
23 Aug 2007
Reports that mortgage lenders are refusing to accept personal local authority searches as part of Home information packs (Hips) have been denied.
23 Aug 2007
Hips cost escalating
A problem with the Home information pack (Hip) scheme has been highlighted, with many sellers being forced to pay twice for a pack.
22 Aug 2007
A problem with the Home information pack (Hip) scheme has been highlighted, with many sellers being forced to pay twice for a pack.
22 Aug 2007
Hips rollout continues
Properties with three or more bedrooms will need a Home information pack (Hip) if they are to be put on the market from September 10th onwards.
20 Aug 2007
Properties with three or more bedrooms will need a Home information pack (Hip) if they are to be put on the market from September 10th onwards.
20 Aug 2007
Hips introduction under the microscope
The promised full-scale rollout of Home information packs (Hips) may have hit a potential snag.
09 Aug 2007
The promised full-scale rollout of Home information packs (Hips) may have hit a potential snag.
09 Aug 2007
Lawyers key to making Hips a success
Lawyers need to be involved throughout the Home information pack (Hip) process if they are to be a success.
08 Aug 2007
Lawyers need to be involved throughout the Home information pack (Hip) process if they are to be a success.
08 Aug 2007
Hips unpopular with buyers
Home information packs (Hips) will not speed up the home buying process, according to a new survey.
07 Aug 2007
Home information packs (Hips) will not speed up the home buying process, according to a new survey.
07 Aug 2007
Hips being produced quickly
Home information packs (Hips) are being completed at a far quicker rate than was expected.
07 Aug 2007
Home information packs (Hips) are being completed at a far quicker rate than was expected.
07 Aug 2007
Sellers must be aware of Hips
Home information packs (Hips) are now a mandatory part of the home selling process for properties with four or more bedrooms.
01 Aug 2007
Home information packs (Hips) are now a mandatory part of the home selling process for properties with four or more bedrooms.
01 Aug 2007
First Hips orders are received
Home information packs (Hips) are due to be introduced to the home selling process on Wednesday (August 1st).
31 Jul 2007
Home information packs (Hips) are due to be introduced to the home selling process on Wednesday (August 1st).
31 Jul 2007
Hips labelled "untrustworthy"
The Conservatives have launched a last-ditch attempt to derail Home information packs (Hips) just hours before they are due to be introduced.
31 Jul 2007
The Conservatives have launched a last-ditch attempt to derail Home information packs (Hips) just hours before they are due to be introduced.
31 Jul 2007
Tories slam Hips
The Conservative Party has accused the government of using Home information packs (Hips) to lay the foundations for a council tax revaluation.
30 Jul 2007
The Conservative Party has accused the government of using Home information packs (Hips) to lay the foundations for a council tax revaluation.
30 Jul 2007
Hip loopholes rubbished by Ahipp
So-called loopholes in Home information pack (Hip) regulations have been rubbished.
27 Jul 2007
So-called loopholes in Home information pack (Hip) regulations have been rubbished.
27 Jul 2007
Sluggish demand for home condition reports
Demand for home condition reports has been disappointing, according to the Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP).
24 Jul 2007
Demand for home condition reports has been disappointing, according to the Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP).
24 Jul 2007
Hips suffer another blow
Home information packs (Hips) have suffered another blow just weeks before they are due to introduced to the UK housing market.
19 Jul 2007
Home information packs (Hips) have suffered another blow just weeks before they are due to introduced to the UK housing market.
19 Jul 2007
AHIPP confident on Hips launch
There will be enough accredited energy assessors by the end of July to allow for the planned roll-out of Home Information Packs (Hips) on August 1st, it has been claimed.
27 Jun 2007
There will be enough accredited energy assessors by the end of July to allow for the planned roll-out of Home Information Packs (Hips) on August 1st, it has been claimed.
27 Jun 2007
Hips loophole claimed
Home Information Packs (Hips) regulations allow for a loophole meaning that the packs do not need to be produced at the point of sale, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has claimed.
15 Jun 2007
Home Information Packs (Hips) regulations allow for a loophole meaning that the packs do not need to be produced at the point of sale, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has claimed.
15 Jun 2007
Ruth Kelly clarifies Hips roll-out
Communities minister Ruth Kelly has given more details on the planned roll-out of Home Information Packs (Hips) on August 1st.
12 Jun 2007
Communities minister Ruth Kelly has given more details on the planned roll-out of Home Information Packs (Hips) on August 1st.
12 Jun 2007
Hips delay 'costing property sellers'
The government's decision to delay the roll-out of Home Information Packs (Hips) until August has cost property sellers thousands of pounds each, it has been claimed.
01 Jun 2007
The government's decision to delay the roll-out of Home Information Packs (Hips) until August has cost property sellers thousands of pounds each, it has been claimed.
01 Jun 2007
200,000 earmarked for Hips
Fewer than 200,000 property sellers are likely to need Home Information Packs (Hips) when they are introduced on a staggered basis later this year, market observers have claimed.
29 May 2007
Fewer than 200,000 property sellers are likely to need Home Information Packs (Hips) when they are introduced on a staggered basis later this year, market observers have claimed.
29 May 2007
Hips delay "good for the industry"
The government's decision to delay the launch of Home Information Packs (Hips) until August 1st is a "good thing for the industry", one Hips provider has said.
24 May 2007
The government's decision to delay the launch of Home Information Packs (Hips) until August 1st is a "good thing for the industry", one Hips provider has said.
24 May 2007
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