The new government wasted no time in getting rid of HIPs, but what should replace them?
If you put your property on the market in England or Wales you no longer need a HIP. But should the house buying process be left as it is or are other changes needed?
There aren’t many people – apart from those employed in the industry – who are likely to be upset by the fact that Home Information Packs have been suspended (and will soon be abolished). Sellers often didn’t see the point of them and buyers ignored them. The general consensus is that they did little to improve the housing market and may have put some people off selling. So getting rid of them was bound to be a popular move. What’s more difficult is working out what – if anything - should replace them.
If you’re thinking of moving house, what are your options when it comes to the big day?
Moving house is one of those times when money just seems to slip through your fingers, so how can you save money while making sure you don't add to the stress?
How you tackle your move will depend on your budget, how much time you have and - probably - how stressful the process has been so far. While most people are happy to pay for a removals firm, some prefer to do it all themselves while others would rather hand over the organisation (and stress) by using professional moving services. Whichever option you choose, make sure someone's organised the day you move well in advance.
Good interior layout and good interior design is key to ensuring that your house comes top of the list in a potential buyer’s mind. We all know to keep to neutral colour schemes and to tidy up – but go too neutral and you risk making it bland and forgettable, too colourful and you risk alienating a whole section of potential buyers. Unworkable layouts are annoying, and cluttered spaces scream "too small”. Dirty, tatty kitchens and bathrooms are a big turn-off.
