-The advocacy perspective in practice and how we do it-
And why is it not certain that cheaper is really cheaper?
As we have already discussed in Part I of this blog: there is always a lawyer’s fee for drawing up a sales contract – no question about it. But it makes a difference how much it is and, more importantly, what you get in return.
❓ Cheaper = better?
This raises one of the most important questions:
Price should not be the primary deciding factor in sales contracts.
When buying a property, many questions arise – one of the most common being:
“Who pays the lawyer for the sales contract?”
Many people will immediately say “The buyer!”
This is indeed a common answer, and not without reason: the lawyer’s assistance is mandatory, but not free.
Under Hungarian law, the parties agree on the costs, but in practice the buyer typically bears the costs, since he or she chooses a lawyer and it is in his or her interest to carry out the acquisition.
🏡 Why does it matter who and how the contract is drawn up?
House prices are now sky high. Contracts are getting more and more complicated:
- a plethora of legislation,
- bank requirements (especially for loans),
- legal risks on all sides.
A sales contract is not a “copy-paste” document. ( Copy-paste is an English term that literally means “copy and paste”.)
We always say:
“There are legally correct contracts, and there are real contracts.”
What makes a contract viable? Because it is written for the client.
And that can be measured in hours of work, because we don’t have templates. Of course, there are basic contracts, but we always tailor them – and more importantly:
tailored for both sides, not just one side.
Not to mention the fact that we are also involved in day-to-day practice.
⚠️ What to look out for?
As the medical saying goes:
“The operation was successful, but the patient died.”
The same can happen in the work of a lawyer:
“The treaty was signed but did not have the desired (legal) effect.”
That is why careful preparation, clear communication and consultation with all stakeholders are of paramount importance.
🖊️ The practice of Dr. Ökrös Tamás Law Office
What happens when you work with us?
The sales contract process is transparent and we guide you step by step:
- ✅ All contracts are sent to the parties for their comments before signing.
- ✅ We consult with both parties on the issues that arise.
- ✅ We will contact the bank loan officer if necessary.
- ✅ The contract will be sent to the parties concerned for prior approval.
- ✅ If necessary, we will also consult with the other party’s lawyer.
- ✅ Before signing, we will go through all the details of the contract together.
