05/09/2026
You've signed the offer. The bond is approved. And then: silence. Here are 5 reasons a property deal collapses at the final stage:
1. The bank's property assessment comes in below the purchase price. The bond gets approved for less than you offered.
2. A compliance certificate uncovers a serious defect. The seller can't, or won't, fix it.
3. The buyer's finances change between pre-approval and final bond grant.
4. A caveat, lien, or outstanding debt surfaces on the title deed.
5. Suspensive conditions aren't met in time and the offer lapses.
It's not about bad luck. It's about not knowing what to watch for.
Save this and share it with anyone in a deal right now. It could save them a serious headache.