Why is a property transaction different to other situations requiring a contract?
Wouldnt contract law apply consistently and if so the elements of a contract are as iv laid out above.
Obviously signing and exchanging contracts in a property transaction is the end goal but i belive there are nuances to contract dates.
The making of a contract is not the same as the signing and exchanging which is at a definitive point jn time. The contract is made when the elements, as above, are in place.
Ultimately i do hear what you are saying sarenco and it makes sense but im not sure if its that clear cut vis a vis the "making" of a contract.