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Buyer Representation
Your interests. Only yours.
Many buyers in Madeira may not be fully aware of how agency relationships typically operate in local real estate transactions. In Portugal, licensed estate agents may represent the interests of one or more parties in a transaction, depending on the mandate in place.
Madeira Compass operates as an independent acquisition advisor. We are engaged directly by our clients, and our role is to support their property search and acquisition process with their interests as a primary consideration.
We do not act on behalf of vendors or developers. Our recommendations are based on our clients' stated criteria and objectives, as well as our professional assessment of suitability.
This advisory model is commonly found in more established markets such as the UK, Switzerland, and Australia. In Madeira, it is less common, offering an alternative approach for buyers seeking dedicated support during the acquisition process.
Eight steps.
One point of contact.
Discovery call
A free 20-minute introduction. Brief, timeline, priorities. No obligation.
Engagement signed
Fee structure agreed in writing before any work begins.
Search & shortlist
On-market and off-market. A curated shortlist with editorial analysis, not a portal dump.
Viewings
Remote video walkthroughs + accompanied on-site visits in Madeira.
Due diligence
Title, planning, valuation, building survey: coordinated through our licensed partner network.
Negotiation
Price, terms, timing: personally led. No incentive to close quickly at your expense.
Offer & escritura
CPCV and notarial deed reviewed before you sign anything.
Handover
Keys, utilities transfer, and an introduction to our relocation and management services if needed.
- Initial discovery call and written engagement brief
- On-market and off-market property search, fully customised to your brief
- Shortlist presentation with comparative analysis and editorial notes
- Remote viewings (video walkthrough) and on-site viewings coordination
- Due diligence: legal title, planning status, building survey, valuation, coordinated through our partner network
- Negotiation on price, terms, and conditions, led personally by the founder
- Offer structuring and pre-contractual documentation review
- Escritura coordination with notary partner and post-completion handover