All properties marketed for sale from 14 December 2007 in England and Wales will need a Home Information Pack (HIP).

The pack must contain the following information:

1. Index (of information within the pack)

2. Statement of Sale

3. Evidence of Title (including copies of Lease for Leasehold properties)

4. Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

5. Standard Searches (inc Local Authority Land Charge Searches and Drainage Searches)

6. Details of Service Charges (inc Ground Rent etc), Building Insurance, Management Company's Details & Accounts - for leasehold properties only