How do buyers access the HIP?
From 6 April 2009, the HIP must be available on the first day a property is marketed for sale. If you are buying a property, just ask whoever is advertising it for sale for a copy of the Home Information Pack. This is usually an estate agent, but could be another business or individual. They must give you a copy of the pack free of charge. However, they may make a reasonable charge to cover the costs of copying and posting it.
