Our Buying Packages
Buying property in Portugal? Get full support and guidance from our comprehensive service packs to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.
Decided
For those who have a specific location in mind.
3500€
(Taxes incl.)
- Rental support
- Property research (MLS Listings & Off-market)
- Property and neighbourhood advisory
- Negotiation
- Unlimited visitations
- VISA, NIF & Bank Account opening support
- Legal verification of contracts and documentation
- Mortgage/Credit mediation
- Renovation Budgets and Oversight (1 Unit)
- Local sourcing & screening of professionals (Contractors, Engineers, Architects, Decorators, etc)
- Investment advisory w/ ROI & Market Studies
- Construction advisory, licensing & Project Management
- Location advisory
Wanderer
For those who want to explore multiple locations.
6000€
(Taxes incl.)
- Rental support
- Property research (MLS Listings & Off-market)
- Property and neighbourhood advisory
- Negotiation
- Unlimited visitations
- VISA, NIF & Bank Account opening support
- Legal verification of contracts and documentation
- Mortgage/Credit mediation
- Renovation Budgets and Oversight (1 Unit)
- Local sourcing & screening of professionals (Contractors, Engineers, Architects, Decorators, etc)
- Investment advisory w/ ROI & Market Studies
- Construction advisory, licensing & Project Management
- Location advisory
Frequently Asked Questions & How it works
What is included in your relocation packages?
Savvy Cat Realty’s packages are designed to offer comprehensive support tailored to expats moving to Portugal.
Our services include:
- Personalized relocation strategy: Tailored advice based on your specific needs and lifestyle preferences.
- Property research: Assistance in finding both rentals and properties for purchase, with access to exclusive listings.
- Legal support: We partner with experienced local lawyers to handle the legalities of your relocation, ensuring all transactions and documentation are secure.
- Visa and administrative assistance: Guidance through the visa process, including help with obtaining a NIF (Tax ID) and opening bank accounts.
- Post-purchase support: Assistance with utility setup, overseeing renovations, and connecting you to local service providers like movers and decorators.
- Cultural integration support: Helping you adapt to local customs and easing the culture shock by offering local insights.
- Expert advice from local professionals: All of our advisors have lived or know their regions extremely well, providing in-depth local knowledge.
Our packages are designed to make the entire relocation process as smooth and stress-free as possible, providing a one-stop solution that covers both real estate and practical relocation needs.
What services do you offer for relocating to Portugal?
We offer personalized relocation services, including support with property rentals, purchases, investment options, visa guidance, legal support, and more.
What areas in Portugal do you cover?
We provide services throughout continental Portugal, with local experts in each region. Our coverage excludes the islands of Madeira and the Azores, but we can assist anywhere on the mainland.
How do you help with visa and legal processes?
We assist by guiding you through the visa and legal requirements for moving to Portugal. We partner with experienced lawyers to ensure everything is done correctly.
Can I start the relocation process remotely?
We offer services that allow you to begin your relocation journey before arriving in Portugal. From property searches to legal consultations, much of the process can be initiated online.
Are Savvy Cat Realty services pre-paid?
Yes. Rental packages are pre-paid, service is only started after purchase of package on the website. Buying services a 20% down payment is required to start service and an advisory call must be booked for screening
Can I call free of charge you before purchasing your services?
Yes. We offer Free Clarifications Calls to discuss our services, package options, inclusions, limitations, and service details, including a walkthrough of our operations. In these calls will not answer technical advisory questions on topics such as: what visa to get, where to move to, what kind of property to get, opinion on properties and options, investment advice, etc. If you would like to get technical advice feel free to book an advisory call here: https://savvycatrealty.com/advisory
Do you have access to off-market properties?
Yes, We search the whole market, and do in person scouting and off market networking for our clients. But we can not guarantee we will find a match off market for each specific client.
How soon do I have to start the relocation process?
We recommend starting the relocation process as early as possible. In Portugal, the housing market can be somewhat disorganized, with limited open houses available. This means that trying to schedule visits on short notice often relies on luck and the availability of your local representative. Rental services should be initiated 1 to 2 months before the planned start of contract.
Starting early ensures smooth scheduling for property visits, legal steps, and other arrangements.
Digital Consultancy
The First Payment (20%): Your journey with ‘Buying a House in Portugal’ Pack begins with a 20% initial payment, granting access to our ‘online’ services.
What are the ‘online’ services?
Personalized Service Assignment: You will be assigned to one of our experienced Representatives according to your area of interest, ensuring a tailored and focused experience.
Investment Planning: Your assigned Representative will initiate the service by scheduling a call with you. During this call, we aim to understand your investment plans and requirements better, making it easier to align our services with your unique needs.
In-Depth Research and Advisory: Our ‘online’ services include comprehensive Real Estate market research and property analysis. You will benefit from advisory services provided by our Representatives and even our CEO, offering technical and insightful assessments of your buying plans within the Portuguese real estate market.
Open Dialogue: In these calls, our experts are here to answer all your questions and address any concerns you may have. We encourage you to share your preferences and expectations, helping us understand your vision more clearly. Feel free to share any properties you believe are suitable for you or examples of what you’re looking for.
Visitation and Research Services
The Remaining 80% Payment: This represents the remaining 80% of the total pack cost and will be requested within 90 days of your first payment or one week before our ‘in-person’ services are initiated.
What are the ‘in-person’ services?
Hands-On Approach: In the second phase, we shift from the virtual world to the practical aspects of your property purchase. Our ‘in-person’ services encompass tours, property visits, written and video reports, in-depth market and investment analysis by our team of professionals, renovation and construction assistance, inspections, and much more.
Legal & Technical verification
Real Estate Transaction & Commissions
Congratulations, you’ve reached the final phase of your property purchase process with Savvy Cat Realty. We provide full support throughout the Deed process.
Our commission is only requested upon the successful finalization of the Deed. The structure of commission payment depends on the nature of the transaction:
Costs covered: The selling commission is 5% or more split 50/50. This means you, as the buyer, don’t have to pay anything extra for our services. The standard commission rate in Portugal is 5%, and that is split between buyer and seller agents at a 50% rate, this will always cover the mediation costs.
Non standard split commission: This is when the commission is a non standard value of less than 5% or the selling agency wants to split at different rates (60/40 ; 70/30). In these cases as long as the shared commission is at least 1,5% and equal to our lower tier of service (5500€) you won’t have any further costs. This means that any property above 370k with 1,5% shared will not have any further costs. 3% shared commission is generally the market minimum so cases where this won’t apply will be rare.
Buyer Pays Fully: This option is when you, as the buyer and our client, cover the full commission. This is mainly applicable in cases of private sales or off-market transactions where there’s no other agency involved. In these situations, you take on the full commission payment, this also means that the added cost of mediation is not diluted in the property price, so even with the mediation cost coming out of pocket it is generally a great deal as our charted rates are generally 2,5% or less.
Mediation Costs: Please note that mediation costs apply to all real estate transactions mediated by Savvy Cat Realty and will be communicated to you as part of the transaction process.
| Property Value | € 0-250k | € 251k-450k | € 450k-1M | € 1M-2M | € 3M-4M | over 4M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Price | € 5.500 | € 9.000 | € 15.000 | € 25.000 | € 45.000 | € 75.000 |
Post purchase support
In step 5 of our property buying process, our commitment to client satisfaction extends beyond the completion of the transaction.
We provide comprehensive post-purchase support to ensure a seamless transition into your new property in Portugal. From assisting with utilities and registration processes to offering guidance on local amenities and services, our dedicated team is here to address any questions or concerns that may arise after the purchase.
Whether you need assistance navigating the intricacies of property ownership or simply require recommendations for reliable local contractors and service providers, we’re here to help every step of the way. Our goal is to empower our clients to fully enjoy their new home in Portugal, knowing that they have a trusted partner by their side for ongoing support and assistance.
Renovation and construction support
In step 6 of our property buying process, we offer optional renovation and construction support to help transform your new property in Portugal into the home of your dreams.
Whether you’re looking to make minor updates or embark on a major renovation project, our team of experienced professionals is here to assist every step of the way. From conceptualization to completion, we work closely with our clients to understand their vision and goals, providing expert guidance and personalized recommendations to bring their ideas to life.
With our comprehensive renovation and construction support, you can confidently embark on your property transformation journey, knowing that you have a trusted partner dedicated to bringing your vision to fruition.
