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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The initial step to buying a house is to contact an accredited and properly licensed real estate agency, such as Casas do Barlavento. From there, we seek to understand your needs and desires, presenting properties that match what you’re looking for. This encompasses property type (villa, apartment, land, etc.), number of bedrooms/bathrooms, exact location in the Western Algarve, budget, among others.

    At a later stage, you can decide which properties you want to visit to gather further information and additional details about each one.

  • A fully accredited real estate agent can streamline and simplify the entire process of buying or selling a property.

    They utilise their knowledge, experience, and extensive portfolio to help you find the ideal property or quickly sell the house. We’re here to answer any questions you may have, always prioritizing confidentiality.

  • The mandatory documents for selling a property are:

    • Owners’ identification documents;
    • Energy Performance Certificate of the property;
    • Tax Department Certificate;
    • Usage License;
    • Land Registry Certificate;
    • Housing Technical Datasheet;
    • Legal Right of First Refusal;
    • Condominium Charges Declaration.

    The non-mandatory documents include:

    • Property plan;
    • Invoices for property renovations;
    • Tax Invoices;
    • Condominium payment receipts.

  • If you do not reside in Portugal, it is necessary to have a legal representative to assist with some procedures on your behalf, such as signing documents for the purchase or sale of a house.