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Moving Home Checklist – 10 Documents Needed

It’s always a good idea to collate all of your properties legal documents as soon as your home goes on the market so they are ready when it sells. This means you know you don’t have anything missing and aren’t chasing things up at the last minute. These should include:

1) Proof of Identity Documents that prove your name address. These can include a recognised photo ID, either a driving licence or passport and a utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months for your proof of address. Its always a good idea to be organised with this as most people have online accounts now and don’t receive printed versions through the post.

2) Leasehold/Shared Freehold Documents depending on the type of property you own. If the property is leasehold, you will need a lease and a share certificate is required for shared freehold homes.

3) Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a document which is legally required when you are selling a property in the UK. Your estate agent can arrange for an EPC assessment of your home before they market it as they need to provide the energy efficiency of your home in your property’s information pack for any potential buyers to see.

4) Property Title Deeds are your original property title deeds. These official documents state the chain of ownership of your home. If you don’t have the original deeds then you can check whether they are digitally registered with HM Land Registry under your name, or they can often be held by your mortgage company.

5) Fittings and Contents Form (TA10) enables both parties to reach a clear agreement of what will be included in the sale of your home. The form states if any or what white goods, light fittings, wardrobes, curtain poles and curtains are included as part of the sale. The document is presented with information on a room-by-room basis to ensure a thorough disclosure of all the items you are leaving to the buyer. If you have a garden or any outdoor space then the TA10 will also specify the contents within these areas.

6) Property Information Form (TA6) is required when selling your property and it gives your buyer detailed information about your property. The form includes everything from any current tenants, through to boundaries, along with any ongoing complaints and disputes with neighbours which you are legally bound to disclose.

7) FENSA Certificates for Windows and Doors are certificates supplied if you have had replacement doors or windows since 2002.

8) Replacement Boiler Certificates are needed if you or a previous owner has replaced the boiler in your home. Gas safety certificates and service records are also needed to show the age of your boiler, any warranties and its service and safety records.

9) Electrical Certificates certifying that any electrical work (rewiring or electrical replacements) within your property have been completed by a qualified and certified electrician.

10) Alterations and Extension Documentation are needed of you have added an extension to your property or made any significant structural alterations. This proves to your buyer that you gained any required building regulation approval and planning permission before the changes were made.

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