I have bought my good share of Hets from many reliable breeders.
Mike Wilbanks- several Het purchases, including pairings that should bring eggs this season
Dave Green- at least 3 Hets. No papers needed or asked for. Big proven 0.1 Het Pied that ovulated last week
Colin Weaver- at least another 4 Hets. Colin has some great stuff
I have traded my good friend here on the forum Joe (joebad976) for some Hets as well. Great local trades
Papers are not worth their weight in gold if the breeder does not have a good reputation.....