Inside The Deal

George Cherchian

Inside The Deal reveals how property actually gets bought through real conversations with the professionals inside the transaction. Hosted by George Cherchian, each episode goes behind a real residential property purchase to unpack the decisions, conversations and turning points that shaped the outcome. From mortgage brokers and sales agents to conveyancers and other property professionals, discover what happened, what nearly went wrong, what made the difference and what buyers can learn from it.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    EP7 - Selling and Buying At The Same Time

    What happens when the sale funding your next home doesn’t settle on time?George Cherchian is joined by Daniela Muzitano from Titlespace to unpack a transaction involving a retired couple selling their family home to buy two properties: one for themselves and one for their daughter.Three linked settlements depended on the sale proceeds. But changes to contract terms, a buyer who wasn’t ready to settle and limited communication left the couple facing mounting rent and uncertainty over both purchases.At the time of recording, the matter remained unresolved. Daniela shares the negotiations happening behind the scenes to protect her clients and keep the transactions moving.In this episode, we explore:• The risks of buying and selling at the same time• Why settlement dates and special conditions need careful review before signing• How one delayed sale can affect multiple purchases• The negotiations involved when settlement doesn’t go to plan• Early occupation arrangements and the costs of moving before settlement• Why allowing time between settlement and moving day can help reduce stressSelling your home to fund your next purchase? Watch the full conversation to understand what to discuss with your conveyancer or solicitor before committing.Subscribe to Inside The Deal for real conversations with the professionals inside the property transaction, helping you buy with greater clarity and confidence.#InsideTheDeal #SydneyProperty #HomeBuying #Conveyancing #PropertySettlement

    EP7 - Selling and Buying At The Same Time
  2. Oct 19

    EP6 - Inside a $32 Million Vaucluse Home Purchase

    In this episode of Inside The Deal, George Cherchian sits down with Matthew Mohl from Alcove Private to unpack an extraordinary Vaucluse property transaction that began with an urgent phone call at 3 PM on a Friday.With an auction approaching, competing buyers already making offers and the purchaser's income coming from overseas, Matthew had just hours to coordinate a complex finance approval.They discuss what happened behind the scenes, how private banking differs from traditional lending and why financial readiness can determine whether a buyer secures or misses out on a property.The conversation also explores:• How a $32 million property deal came together under pressure  • The role of private banking and specialist credit assessment  • Why buyers should have finance and deposits organised before making an offer  • How a simple credit card enquiry led to a high-profile refinancing opportunity  • The importance of communication between buyers, brokers, agents and solicitors  • Why preparation, relationships and the right professionals matter in property transactions  For property buyers, this episode offers a rare look at the conversations and decisions that happen behind the scenes, and why being ready to act can make all the difference.Inside The Deal, hosted by George Cherchian, takes you inside real property transactions to uncover what happened, what nearly went wrong and what buyers can learn from the experience.Subscribe for more conversations with the professionals involved in buying property.#InsideTheDeal #SydneyProperty #HomeBuying #PropertyFinance #MortgageBroker

    EP6 - Inside a $32 Million Vaucluse Home Purchase
  3. Oct 5

    EP4 - Finance Mistakes That Cost Buyers Their Dream Home

    In this episode of Inside The Deal, George Cherchian sits down with mortgage broker Sandeep Jagtap from FinSource to unpack the finance assumptions that can hold home buyers back. Through a real first-home buyer story, Sandeep explains how a couple planning to wait for a 20% deposit reconsidered their options after comparing lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), ongoing rent and the potential cost of delaying. He shares how coordinated advice from a broker, accountant and financial adviser helped them purchase their first property and later work towards their dream home. In this conversation: • The trade-offs of waiting for a 20% deposit• Why your first property may be a stepping stone• How car loans and credit card limits can affect borrowing capacity• What cash flow and spending habits tell lenders• How emotion and FOMO influence first-home buyers• Why tailored professional advice can reveal options you hadn’t considered If you’re saving for your first home or wondering why your finance isn’t getting you across the line, this episode offers a closer look at the decisions behind a property purchase. Subscribe to Inside The Deal for real conversations with the people involved in buying property every day. This conversation shares general information and individual experiences. Lending eligibility, costs and outcomes depend on your circumstances. Seek qualified advice before making financial or tax decisions. #InsideTheDeal #SydneyProperty #HomeBuying #PropertyFinance #FirstHomeBuyers

    EP4 - Finance Mistakes That Cost Buyers Their Dream Home

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Inside The Deal reveals how property actually gets bought through real conversations with the professionals inside the transaction. Hosted by George Cherchian, each episode goes behind a real residential property purchase to unpack the decisions, conversations and turning points that shaped the outcome. From mortgage brokers and sales agents to conveyancers and other property professionals, discover what happened, what nearly went wrong, what made the difference and what buyers can learn from it.