What Documents Do I Need to Sell My House? (UK Checklist)
Get Your Paperwork Ready Early
One of the main reasons property sales fall through or take months to complete is missing paperwork. By gathering these documents before you even list your property, you can drastically speed up the conveyancing process.
The Essential Document Checklist
1. Proof of Identity
Your solicitor will need your passport or driving licence, plus a recent utility bill to comply with anti-money laundering regulations.
2. Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
Legally required before you market the property. It must be rated E or above (unless exempt).
3. Title Deeds
If your property is registered with the Land Registry (most are), your solicitor will download official copies. If it's unregistered, you must find the original paper deeds.
4. TA6 (Property Information Form) & TA10 (Fittings and Contents)
Your solicitor will provide these. The TA6 asks about boundaries, disputes, and alterations. The TA10 details exactly what is included in the sale (e.g., carpets, white goods).
Approximately 30% of UK property transactions fall through, often due to legal delays causing buyers to lose patience or mortgage offers to expire.
You will also need to provide evidence for any work done to the house:
- FENSA Certificates: For any windows or doors replaced since 2002.
- Gas Safe Certificates: For a new boiler.
- Electrical Checks (EICR): Not strictly legally required for selling, but highly requested by buyers.
- Planning Permission/Building Regulations: For any extensions or major alterations.