The Orion Law Podcast

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Legal clarity for the decisions that shape your business, your property, and your future. Hosted by property and commercial law specialist Karien Hunter - joined by experts across business, partnerships, and corporate governance - each episode unpacks the structures, contracts, and risks behind smart commercial decisions for entrepreneurs, property owners, investors, and legal practitioners. No jargon. No fluff. Just clear, commercial-grade legal thinking. New episodes every two weeks. Visit orionlaw.co.za to learn more.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    The First 14 Days That Decide Your Property Sale

    If you are thinking about selling your property, the decisions you make right now can cost you, or save you, hundreds of thousands of rand. In this episode of the Orion Law Podcast, Luke sits down with Karien Hunter, property lawyer and conveyancer with over 40 years in the game, to walk through the homework most sellers skip. What you'll learn: • Why the first 14 days of a listing get the most traction • How to price your property without leaving money on the table • The difference between a sole, exclusive, and open mandate • How to choose the right estate agent for your area • How far to go with renovations before selling • Simple staging moves that change how buyers feel 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/ 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. Watch the full episode on YouTube: ⁠youtube.com/@orion_law⁠ Follow on ⁠LinkedIn ⁠and ⁠Instagram⁠ Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

    19 min

  2. 3d ago

    Gearing, Trusts, and The R2 Million Tax Break Most South Africans Miss

    Is property still a good investment? A 40-year property lawyer makes the case, with the actual numbers from her own portfolio. Luke sits down with Karien Hunter, property lawyer, conveyancer, and lifelong property investor, to break down whether property still belongs in your wealth plan. What you'll learn: • The principle of gearing, and how using the bank's money amplifies your returns • The R2 million primary residence exemption most South Africans never use • Why commercial property can be safer than residential • How a discretionary family trust carries wealth across generations • When not to buy: the red flags to watch for • Why you do not actually have to live in your own investment Resources mentioned: • Discretionary family trust template: https://orionlaw.co.za/contracts/family-trust-deed  • 20-minute consultation booking: https://orionlaw.co.za/about  • Subscription page: https://orionlaw.co.za/what-we-offer  • Contact us - https://orionlaw.co.za/contact-us  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. Watch the full episode on YouTube: youtube.com/@orion_law Follow on LinkedIn and Instagram Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

    19 min

  3. May 22

    About Orion Law. Building Africa's Accessible Legal Platform

    Karien Hunter sits down with Richard Talbot to introduce Orion Law, the firm and the online legal platform behind this podcast. The mission: make high-quality legal expertise affordable, accessible, and trustworthy across Africa. In this episode of the Orion Law Podcast, Richard sits down with Karien Hunter, Founder of Orion Law, to unpack the story behind the firm and the platform. What you'll learn: • How a single client request revealed the gap that Orion Law was built to close • How specialist contracts are now available from R250, with secure document storage included • The three practice areas: commercial, employment, and property law • Where Orion Law stands on AI in legal work • Why legal certainty is foundational to driving the economies of Africa • The long-term vision for the platform Resources mentioned: Document library (contracts from R250), orionlaw.co.za 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. Watch the full episode on YouTube: youtube.com/@orion_law Follow on LinkedIn and Instagram: @orion_law Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

    15 min
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Legal clarity for the decisions that shape your business, your property, and your future. Hosted by property and commercial law specialist Karien Hunter - joined by experts across business, partnerships, and corporate governance - each episode unpacks the structures, contracts, and risks behind smart commercial decisions for entrepreneurs, property owners, investors, and legal practitioners. No jargon. No fluff. Just clear, commercial-grade legal thinking. New episodes every two weeks. Visit orionlaw.co.za to learn more.

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