Consumer FAQ
With the increase in vendors selling property without using an Estate Agent via the internet or local press, Hippd Member Inspectors are in an ideal position to help you.
You may still use an Estate Agent but want ownership of the HIP, particularly if you intent to use multiple Agents.
Under the new regulations even if you sell your house yourself a Home Information Pack is still required.
Hippd has a number of key advantages over other pack providers that will ensure you receive the best quality service.
- Each Inspector will own/operate their own business selling direct to their clients, allowing personal contact to guide you through the process of producing a Home Information Pack
- Robust industry leading IT solution for the production of HIP's
- An 7 month finance solution
- Clip on indemnity insurance policies are currently been investigated in the event the property is not sold
- Hippd Member Inspectors are robustly audited and trained.
- Exclusive Hidden Defects Warranty available with our HIP's, giving extra confidence to potential purchasers
- Exclusive discounts with a property portal for self selling your home
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I pay for packs?
- Is there a charge for the 7 month credit period?
- What if I decide to remove my property from the market will I still be charged for the HIP?
- Why use a Hippd Member Inspector?
- Why source my own Home Information Pack?
- If I sell my house myself do I still need a Home Information Pack?
- How can you provide Home Information Packs cheaper than your competitors?
- How much will my HIP cost me?
- I cannot use a computer, will this stop me?
We have 2 options you can either pay up front or take out our deferred payment option, the period lasts for 7 months, or until the property is sold if sooner, at which point you are liable to pay the price of the pack.
Is there a charge for the 7 month credit period?
Yes, to keep costs as low as possible for customers that pay up front a small charge for the credit period is charged. There is an administration fee of 10% of the pack cost. This fee is included in the cost if deferred payment is chosen.
What if I decide to remove my property from the market will I still be charged for the HIP?
Yes you will still be charged. We are currently investigating the option of a clip on insurance policy, at a small additional premium, to cover the HIP cost if this occurs
Why use a Hippd Member Inspector?
Hippd member Inspectors are all strictly audited to ensure the highest standards are achieved.
In addition the Hippd Member Inspector will be providing you with a Home Information pack direct from the supplier cutting out unnecessary members of the chain.
Why source my own Home Information Pack?
Sourcing your own Home Information Pack (HIP) has a number of benefits:
You will own the HIP and can therefore transfer it between Estate Agents.
You may buy the pack at a reduced price.
You will be able to sell the pack without the use of an Estate Agent.
If I sell my house myself do I still need a Home Information Pack?
Yes, under the regulations all property, with certain property type exceptions, that is sold on the open market must have a Home Information Pack prior to sale.
How can you provide Home Information Packs cheaper than your competitors?
We have negotiated with a major supplier of IT solutions for the production of Home Information Packs to provide a large volume of packs we make a minimal amount per pack by relying on large volumes. This cost benefit is passed onto the Inspectors allowing them to provide a premium service at a best value price.
This is dependent on a number of different factors including:
Size and location of your property
Local authorities charge different fees for the required searches in different areas.
Your product choice
I cannot use a computer, will this stop me?
Absolutely not, you are not required to use a computer in any part of the process
