You’ve found the perfect listing online. It’s a stunning countryside villa in the Algarve hills. The description says "4 Bedrooms, Pool, and a self-contained Guest Annex." The price looks fantastic. But if you buy this property without doing a forensic check of the paperwork, you might be walking into a legal nightmare. Here is the truth that standard estate agents often glaze over: In the Algarve, what you see is not always what is legal. The "Flexible" Truth of Real Estate

Discover why using an independent buyer’s agent in Portugal gives you full-market access, better negotiation power, and expert guidance through every step of the property-buying process.

Learn how the latest tax changes affect foreign property buyers in Portugal, including new rules, costs, and essential updates to guide your buying decisions in 2025 and beyond.

Secret Listings Not only do we use our own secret listings  and off-market opportunities, but we also go directly into the community to uncover properties long before they appear online. Including Facebook Groups & Local Café Networks. 1. Secret Listings From Owners Who Contact Us Directly Thanks to our strong SEO and reputation as trusted Algarve Buyer’s Agents, many owners contact us quietly, asking if we have a buyer before  they speak to any real estate agent. These “sec

Buying property in the Algarve is exciting — but it can also be overwhelming. Between fluctuating prices, local nuances, and competing offers, knowing how much to pay (and when to walk away) is an art in itself. At Algarve House Hunters, we act exclusively for buyers. Our job is to help you understand the market, assess property value, and negotiate strategically — so you can secure your ideal home for the right price. Let us help you find your dream property Understanding th