Portugal is a destination appreciated by foreigners, thanks to its mild climate, feeling of security, good schools, quality services and infrastructure, for having receptive and hospitable people, where command of the English language is great, magnificent landscapes and a rich culture . These reasons are amplified by an attractive real...
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Real Estate
Raising and selling properties (apartments, houses, farms, estates, land or commercial spaces) is part of my professional activity as a real estate consultant for KW-Keller Williams .
Thus, real estate could not fail to be one of the topics to which I dedicate the most attention and about which I write on this blog.
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Introduction to the Real Estate Market in Portugal
Real estate commission, is 5% too much?
Aug
29
2023
Index
Why pay a 5% commission and what services do you receive in return?
Is the 5% Commission Excessive?
What do owners and buyers think ?
5 reasons that justify the value of the real estate commission
Factors that Influence the Commission Amount
Table of Commissions paid... View more
In recent years, Portugal has stood out as a destination of choice for many international celebrities. Its mild climate, quality of life, gastronomy and rich and diverse culture have attracted more and more famous foreigners who decide to settle in the country.
It seems like a small thing, but Portugal could hardly aspire to a more effective marketing strategy, in favor...
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The Portuguese real estate market has faced significant challenges due to variations in interest rates. In June, interest represented more than half of the mortgage loan payment, directly affecting owners and potential buyers.
The Situation in PortugalIn June, the interest rate implicit in home loan contracts reached 3.649%, the highest value since April 2009. This increase resulted in...
View more"Mais Habitação" Program
Jul
20
2023
The program aims to increase the supply of affordable housing in Portugal, fight real estate speculation and promote foreign investment in the housing sector.
Measures of the "Mais Habitação" PackageThe program contains several measures, among which the following can be highlighted:
Creation of support for the promotion of affordable rental housing; Promotion of a new generation... View more
A summer home, also known as a second home or weekend home, is an additional home usually used for leisure or vacation. With the acceleration of the telecommuting trend in the post-covid period, many have taken the opportunity to make this temporary home their main residence. After all, who wouldn't want to live in a kind of permanent holiday home, away from the stress and bustle of cities?...
View moreHow to identify a bad real estate consultant?
Apr
26
2023
In this article, we will explore how to identify an ineffective real estate consultant, their poor practices and the consequences for the industry, colleagues, landlords and clients. In addition, we will cover how to avoid such professionals.
We will also discuss the lack of professional ethics, the rules for entering the activity and the lack of regulation in relation to the real...
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Both. At the same weight? Not!
The importance of choosing the best real estate consultant extends to choosing an equally competent real estate agency. But, the most relevant weight should always fall on choosing the real estate consultant.
It is common for an owner to devalue the importance of the consultant and take into account only the fact...
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