Frequently Asked Questions

The session is held over a video call (Zoom/WhatsApp) at a time that suits your time zone, so you get professional guidance even if you're not in Porto.

You'll leave with a clear picture of the deal you're considering: a viability analysis, red flags to watch for, and documents worth requesting, so you can decide with confidence.

Most clients start with a single consultation, and if needed you can continue into a full investor accompaniment package or any other PortoPro service.

The on-site check usually takes one to two hours depending on the property's size, and the detailed report with photos and findings is sent to you within a few business days.

Not necessarily. We carry out the inspection on your behalf and document everything with photos and a detailed explanation, so even if you're abroad you get a full picture of the property's condition.

We'll explain exactly what was found, the estimated cost of repair, and how it affects the deal's viability and, if needed,, help you negotiate with the seller.

Finding a property that matches your profile and criteria, guidance through financing and the mortgage, managing the upgrade process, all the way to receiving the keys. One package that saves you running around and costly mistakes.

Absolutely. Our individual consulting service is designed exactly for this: a focused professional analysis of a specific property you found, before you sign anything.

No. Most of the process can be managed remotely, including signing via power of attorney. We're your eyes and hands on the ground.

No. There's no fixed monthly management fee. You pay a tenant-sourcing and contract fee, and beyond that only for ongoing maintenance when it's actually needed (pay-per-call).

We carry out strict screening (employment and financial background, references and stability) to bring you reliable tenants who will take good care of the property long-term.

We're the tenants' point of contact for anything that comes up on-site. We handle it directly with them and keep you updated, so you don't have to deal with it remotely.

There's no fixed monthly management fee with our service. You pay a one-time tenant-sourcing and contract fee, and beyond that only for maintenance calls as they actually happen. This usually works out significantly cheaper than a fixed percentage-of-rent model charged every month.

Both. We define the goal together with you (rental, sale, living in it), and then manage and supervise the execution crews through to final finishing.

We document every stage with photos and regular updates, so you know exactly what's happening with your property in real time, even from thousands of kilometers away.

It depends on the scope of work, from a spot repair of a few days to a comprehensive renovation that can take several months. At the start of the process you'll get a clear timeline estimate.

On an advanced algorithm, cross-referencing with real transactions carried out in the area, and deep local knowledge, not a generic estimate.

No. The valuation is a strategic decision-making tool and does not replace an official real estate appraisal required for legal or banking purposes.

We recommend attaching floor plans, an energy certificate and the CPU if you have them. The more data, the more accurate the valuation. The detailed result is sent to your email within 3 business days.

Yes, and many non-residents do so successfully. A local broker checks your eligibility with all the banks and finds the track that fits your situation.

The check and comparison across all the leading banks is provided free of charge and without any commitment on your part.

It depends on the bank and the complexity of the file, but a local broker significantly speeds up the process and gets you a relatively fast pre-approval, so you can move forward with the deal with confidence.

We check all the property documents in the Land Registry, the Tax Authority, and City Hall, making sure there are no debts, foreclosures, liens, or building violations before you sign anything.

Not necessarily. The entire process, including the deed signing (Escritura) itself, can be done remotely via a Power of Attorney (Procuração).

Yes. Our legal team handles issuing a Portuguese Fiscal Number (NIF) with local fiscal representation, and accompanies you with the banks to open an account for non-residents.

With most banks in Portugal it's a requirement for getting the mortgage, so it's important to choose the most cost-effective policy, which is exactly what we help you find.

We compare different plans and give personalized advice tailored to your medical, family, and financial needs. We don't sell you a generic policy.

Among others, investment in precious metals and stocks through tax-advantaged instruments, with our team accompanying you throughout the entire process.

Through precise professional diagnosis, for both indoor leaks and exterior sealing failures, to identify the real source, not just the symptom.

Both. After locating the source, we carry out the professional repair and sealing ourselves, to dry out the problem for good.

We carry out a thorough cleaning of the mold and fungus, and alongside that treat the moisture source itself to prevent recurrence and restore clean, healthy air.

Yes. We select and supply durable, practical, well-designed furniture for you from start to finish, so the apartment is ready for rental or living in.

You don't need to be present. We manage the entire process, from selection to assembly on-site, and keep you updated with photos along the way.

Absolutely. Pre-sale staging is a proven marketing technique to raise the property's value and speed up the sale, and we tailor it specifically for photos and viewings.