HIP providers answering critics - AHIPP

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HIP providers are flying in the face of criticism of the packs by completing them inside two days, according to the Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP).

According to the association, some firms are providing packs for properties inside 48 hours, with the electronic versions available after just 30. The introduction of HIPs has been accompanied by a wealth of scepticism, from fears the packs would not be cost-effective to claims homeowners would lie to avoid them. In addition, some estate agents have expressed concern completing the packs could delay them from getting properties on the market. But AHIPP says it has seen no evidence of a rough start, insisting providers are reporting a smooth service. Paul Broadhead, deputy director gener...

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