Documents and Certificates Sellers Need to Provide
Documents and Certificates Sellers Need to Provide
Buyers and their solicitors will ask for a range of documents and certificates during the conveyancing process. This category helps you understand what's needed, where to find it, and what to do if something is missing.
Missing or incomplete documentation is one of the most common causes of delay in property transactions. Solicitors raise enquiries, buyers get nervous, and timelines slip. The good news is that most of the documents required are obtainable in advance — and knowing what you'll need means you can start gathering them before marketing begins. This category covers the full range of documents sellers are typically asked to provide, from title documents and building regulations certificates to guarantees, warranties, and planning permissions.
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How to Obtain a Title Register
A step-by-step guide to obtaining your official title register from HM Land Registry — what it contains, how to order it, and what to do if your property is not registered.
How to Obtain a Title Plan
A guide to obtaining your official title plan from HM Land Registry — what it shows, how to order it, and how to understand the boundaries it depicts.
EPC Guide
Everything sellers need to know about Energy Performance Certificates — when one is required, how to obtain one, how long it lasts, and what the rating means.
FENSA Guide
A guide to FENSA certificates for replacement windows and doors — what they are, why buyers need them, and how to obtain a replacement certificate if yours is missing.
Building Regulations Guide
A guide to building regulations certificates for sellers — when they're required, how to obtain them, and what to do if you don't have one for work carried out at your property.
Planning Permission Guide
A guide to planning permission for sellers — when it's required, how to check whether permission was obtained, and what options are available if documentation is missing.
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CERTASS Guide
A guide to CERTASS certificates for replacement windows and doors — what they are, how they differ from FENSA, and how to obtain a replacement certificate.
EICR Guide
A guide to Electrical Installation Condition Reports for sellers — what they are, when one is required, and what the different ratings mean.
Gas Safety Certificate Guide
A guide to gas safety certificates for sellers — what they cover, when they're required, and what to do if yours has lapsed.
Boiler Service History Guide
A guide to boiler service records for sellers — why buyers ask for them, how to obtain them, and what to do if records are missing.
New Build Warranty Guide
A guide to new build warranties (NHBC Buildmark and others) for sellers — what they cover, how long they last, and how to transfer them to a buyer.
How to Find Your EPC
A step-by-step guide to finding your existing EPC on the national register — and what to do if it has expired or cannot be found.
How to Find FENSA Certificates
A guide to finding FENSA certificates for replacement windows and doors — using the FENSA database and ordering replacement certificates.
How to Obtain Building Regulations Records
A guide to obtaining building regulations records from the local authority — what records are held, how to request them, and what to do if records are missing.
How to Find Planning Permission Records
A guide to finding planning permission records for your property — using the Planning Portal and local authority planning portals.
How to Find Property Ownership Details
A guide to finding property ownership details at HM Land Registry — useful for confirming ownership, identifying co-owners, and checking title details.
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