How to be a good real estate agent in Portugal

Advantages of being a real estate consultant in Portugal:

• Time flexibility: real estate consultants in Portugal enjoy considerable time flexibility, which allows them to find a good work-life balance in real estate. This advantage is due to the nature of the tasks, which often involve meetings with clients at unconventional times, and which you can schedule whenever and wherever is most convenient for you, just be organized and good at planning your day to day life.

• Profit potential: The income of a real estate consultant in Portugal largely depends on their effort and dedication, but there is an initial advantage which is the growth of the sector in recent years.

• Continuous learning: The real estate sector in Portugal is constantly growing, as in other parts of the world, offering you the opportunity to develop your professional career and acquire new skills as a real estate consultant.

• Personal Satisfaction: Helping people find their ideal home is a very rewarding experience and will enrich your daily professional life.

Benefits of working as a real estate consultant at Engel & Völkers Portugal:

• Internationally recognized brand: Engel & Völkers is one of the most prestigious real estate companies in the world, with a presence in more than 30 countries and more than 40 years of experience. This gives you the opportunity to collaborate with a recognized brand and access a vast customer base in Portugal.

• High-level information seminars: Engel & Völkers Portugal offers continuous high-level information sessions on the sector, allowing you to stay up to date with the latest trends in the property market in Portugal.

• Access to the best properties also on the Spanish market: Engel & Völkers Portugal also has access to the best properties on the Spanish market, offering its clients a unique selection of properties from which they can easily profit given the Iberian interest in the real estate business.

• Opportunity to collaborate with highly qualified professionals: At Engel & Völkers Portugal you will find highly qualified professionals who will provide you with support and advice at all times.

• High income potential: real estate consultants who collaborate with Engel & Völkers Portugal have exceptional income potential. Firstly due to the remuneration above the market average at Engel & Volkers and also the ease of commission in an effervescent real estate market such as the Portuguese one.

Legal requirements to be a real estate agent in Portugal:

The characteristics specified above can be acquired with practice and time, because as a foundation, it is very easy to fulfill the legal requirements to apply to be an Engel & Volkers real estate consultant:

• Being older (>) 18 years old;

• No criminal record.

• Have Portuguese nationality or nationality from a member country of the European Union or have a valid work visa in Portugal.

At Engel & Völkers Portugal, we look for exceptional talent who share our passion for excellence and commitment to customer satisfaction. Although there is no single profile that guarantees success in this area, there are certain characteristics that tend to distinguish the most outstanding real estate consultants:

1. Exceptional interpersonal skills: The foundation of success in real estate is based on the ability to establish strong relationships with clients and colleagues. The ideal real estate consultants are effective, persuasive and empathetic communicators, capable of understanding each individual's needs and expectations.

2. Entrepreneurial and proactive spirit: Success as a Real Estate Consultant at Engel & Völkers requires a proactive and entrepreneurial attitude. The most successful consultants are autonomous, motivated and capable of taking initiatives, constantly seeking new opportunities to generate business and exceed their objectives.

3. Customer orientation and focus on results: At Engel & Völkers, customer satisfaction is our top priority. Therefore, the ideal consultant is committed to providing exceptional and personalized service to each client, focusing on understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations.

4. Good bargaining power: Negotiation is an essential skill for professional success in the real estate market. Real estate consultants are generally successful people, astute and persuasive negotiators, capable of defending their clients' interests and reaching beneficial agreements for all parties.

5. Knowledge of the local real estate market: An in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market is essential for success as an external Real Estate Consultant at Engel & Völkers. The most successful profiles are those that are up to date on the latest market trends, most sought-after areas and property prices and it is essential for us to provide this up-to-date information to all of our employees.

6. Excellent communication skills: Effective communication is essential for success in any professional field. Ideal real estate consultants are excellent communicators, both orally and in writing, capable of conveying information clearly, concisely and persuasively.

7. Organization and time management skills: Effective time management is essential for success as a Real Estate Consultant. The consultants who have worked with Engel & Völkers for a long time are organized, methodical and capable of prioritizing tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and goals are achieved.

Do you have these characteristics? Share a passion for the real estate market? It's time to explore the opportunities offered by Engel & Völkers Portugal. We are confident that you will be able to develop a brilliant professional career collaborating as an external real estate consultant and start building a successful career.

If you want to start a promising career as a real estate consultant in Portugal, you can count on Engel & Völkers Portugal as your best ally.