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Here’s What You Need To Know About The Home Report
From December 1 2008, all homes for sale in Scotland require a home report. Certain properties are exempt from this, including homes put on the market before December 1 2008 and all new build properties. Now anyone selling a home needs to provide a Home Report to prospective buyers.
What Is A Home Report?
The Home Report is a standard report on the condition and valuation of the home, its energy efficiency and other essential information. It contains three documents:
SINGLE SURVEY
- Detailed information on the condition and value of the property
- Includes an audit of accessible features useful for older and disabled people, and parents with young children
Compiled by a Chartered Surveyor
ENERGY REPORT
- Energy efficiency rating and environmental impact of the home in terms of carbon emissions
- Recommends ways to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions of the property
- Helps buyers to compare energy costs between homes
Compiled by a Chartered Surveyor
PROPERTY QUESTIONNAIRE
- Includes information such as council tax band, parking facilities, relevant local authority notices, factoring arrangements and alterations made to the property
Completed by the seller or nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
Must I obtain a Home Report?
From December 1, anyone marketing a home needs to provide a Home Report to potential buyers. Even if you plan to market your home without using an estate agent, you still need to provide a Home Report.
Who Compiles the Home Report?
It is the seller who is responsible for providing the home report. Generally, a Chartered Surveyor produces the Single Survey and Energy Report, and the seller completes the Property Questionnaire.
What will it cost?
The cost will depend on the size of the home and the surveying firm used. We are able to offer reduced rates with our panel of surveying firms and if required flexible payment options.
How recent must the Home Report be?
The three documents should be no more than 12 weeks old when the property first goes on the market, however there is currently no stated validity period. It is for the owner to decide if they wish to update them at any point.
Do I have to give a copy of my Home Report to anyone who asks for it?
You do not have to provide a copy to anyone who you or your agent believes is not serious about buying, or does not have the means to buy.
Will I be forced to fix a problem shown in the Single Survey, such as damp?
No. Legislation does not require that you fix it.