Most property deals don't fall apart because of the price. They fall apart because of the financing. And the cash offer everyone wants? It's not always the best offer on the table. Karien Hunter, property lawyer and conveyancer at Orion Law, walks through what actually keeps a deal watertight from offer to transfer.

In this episode of the Orion Law Podcast, Luke sits down with Karien Hunter, Property Lawyer and Conveyancer at Orion Law, to break down the financing side of a property transaction.

What you'll learn:

• What pre-qualification and affordability actually mean, and why they matter from day one
• The three types of offers and which one Karien gets most excited about (it's not the cash offer)
• How a commitment deposit keeps a deal alive and saves weeks of pain
• Why early occupation is one of the most expensive mistakes a seller can make
• The Alienation of Land Act rules every property contract must follow
• Why choosing your own conveyancer matters more than most buyers realise

Resources mentioned:

• Sole mandate template: ⁠⁠⁠https://orionlaw.co.za/contracts/sole-exclusive-mandate-agent⁠⁠⁠ 

• Exclusive mandate template: ⁠⁠⁠https://orionlaw.co.za/contracts/sole-exclusive-mandate-agent⁠⁠⁠ 

• Open mandate template: ⁠⁠⁠https://orionlaw.co.za/contracts/open-mandate-agent⁠⁠⁠ 

• Seller's declaration template: ⁠⁠⁠https://orionlaw.co.za/⁠⁠⁠

• Offer to Purchase with agent: ⁠https://orionlaw.co.za/contracts/offer-to-purchase-with-agent

• Offer to Purchase without agent: ⁠https://orionlaw.co.za/contracts/residential-sale-offer-to-purchase-no-agent⁠

About Orion Law

Orion Law is your guiding light for clear, commercial-grade legal thinking. Founded by property and commercial law specialist Karien Hunter. Browse downloadable contracts and document review services from R250 at orionlaw.co.za.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.