Home Information Pack (HIP)

Why become a HIP provider?

Since the full rollout of Home Information Packs (HIPs) on December 14th 2007, every home that is put on the market for sale in England and Wales now requires a HIP. The Pack includes a number of documents including an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), local searches, a sale statement and evidence of title. The main purpose of the HIP is to help show potential purchasers how to cut carbon emissions and fuel bills, whilst also helping to speed up the sale process and reduce the number of house sales that fall through.

With an estimated 1.5 million homes per year needing a HIP, this superb value 1-day HIP training course will teach you how to compile HIP Code compliant packs and provide you with access to an online software system which will allow you to produce complete Home Information Packs and compete as a HIP provider. Basically, you'll be equipped with everything you need to sell your own HIPs. And because HIPs are required for properties when they go onto the market (hence they are ordered before the property can be advertised), it doesn't matter if house prices rise or fall, or even if the property sells at all!

The system also gives you the option to offer HIPs on deferred payment and there is also a 'no sale, no fee' HIP. This is proving to be particularly attractive to customers in the current market conditions.

Topics covered include:

• A background to HIPs and why they were introduced
• An understanding of HIP components
• How to compile a HIP
• How to use the online system
• Marketing and how to win business
• How to source cost-effective HIP components (e.g. Searches & EPCs)

This course is an ideal solution for dynamic individuals looking for a change in career who feel that the Home Information Pack industry offers them the business opportunity they are looking for.

YourHIPSearch have access to a large bank of DEAs and Search Agents who will conduct the EPCs and Searches for you at highly competitive prices. Once established, you may also decide to progress and train as DEA / Home Inspector yourself. YourHIPSearch offer DEA & Personal Search training for attendees of this HIPs course at discounted rates.

HIPs online software system (post course set-up & support)

As part of this course package, YourHIPSearch will help you get set-up on an online HIPs ordering system. This fully automated online system enables you to compile complete HIPs. Features include:

• Low admin – system automatically orders all components electronically
• HIP Code & Search Code compliant – packs structured to meet legal requirements
• Add your margin – choose your payment structure for each customer
• Track progress – electronic updates (email & text) and view online
• Own branding – option to create your own branded HIPs with your logo
• Deferred & card payment available– take deferred & credit/debit card payments
• No sale, no fee HIPs - insurance backed software option to offer 'no sale, no fee' HIPs

1-Day HIP Training Summary

Training period: 1 day** (plus distance learning and support)
Location: UK wide

**Training course content and duration may vary from the above information, as the courses are constantly being developed to meet the needs of delegates.