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Every house to have a HIP?

cat-h33
cat-h33 Posts: 12 Forumite
in House buying, renting & selling
Hi,

We're just wondering if every house has to have a HIP? Including repossessions?

Thanks

Comments

  • princessamy86
    princessamy86 Posts: 4,889 Forumite
    Yes, every single house that is marketed needs a HIP, including repossessions.
    Scar tissue that I wish you saw, sarcastic mister know it all, close your eyes and I'll kiss you cause with the birds I'll share this lonely view.
  • Nosht
    Nosht Posts: 744 Forumite
    But a private sale does not.
    Never be afraid to take a profit. ;)
    Keep breathing. :eek:
    Just because I am surrounded by FOOLS does not make me wise. :j
  • princessamy86
    princessamy86 Posts: 4,889 Forumite
    Nosht, if the house is marketed at all (including private sales), then it does need a HIP.
    Scar tissue that I wish you saw, sarcastic mister know it all, close your eyes and I'll kiss you cause with the birds I'll share this lonely view.
  • david29dpo
    david29dpo Posts: 3,986 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    Not under certain circumstances.sales where no marketing has taken place, for example to a family member, neighbour or friend
    non-residential properties
    properties limited by law for use as holiday accommodation or occupation for less than 11 months per year
    mixed sales, eg a shop with a flat
    right to buy and similar sales
    sales of property portfolios
    properties not being sold with complete vacant possession
    unsafe properties and properties for demolition
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