Sell your Lagos & Western Algarve home
“Pricing, marketing, negotiation, paperwork — you focus on what’s next — we handle the stress.”
Personally valued with hand picked comparables
Most Algarve sellers leave money on the table — either by underpricing to sell fast, or overpricing and watching their listing go stale. Both are avoidable. My job is to find the price the international buyer pool will actually pay, market your home to reach them, and handle the paperwork and negotiation so you don’t have to think about it.
OUR EXPERTISE
What We Do For Sellers
The Algarve market is slow and difficult to navigate, we help you maximize your sale and avoid costly mistakes.
International Marketing
Your property exposed in 5 languages, on 11 portals with high-end photography, video and social media campaigns.
Global Buyer Reach
EXP's 83,000 partner agents in 29 countries sourcing expat buyers before your home hits the open market.
Transparent Commissions
3% on exclusive contracts, 4% on non exclusives
Full Transaction Handling
All documents sorted for you. One point of contact from first viewing to final signature.
Every Lagos Agent Working for You
50/50 partnerships with every major agency in Lagos — their buyer lists become yours.
Expat Tax & Legal Coordination
Capital gains, fiscal representative, non-resident filings — coordinated with your lawyer and accountant from offer to final tax return.
Your home on 11 portals, in 5 languages, shown to buyers across 29 countries.
Your listing live in just a few days
International exposure, that local brokerage simply cannot match!
SunnySteve Real Estate is brokered by eXp Realty — your property gets exposure to a network of 83,000+ agents and their international buyers across 29 countries. Global reach, local expertise. Thousands of properties sold each year in Portugal. More info here.
What Customers Are Saying
Why sellers choose us
A service built for international standards
Selling an Algarve home as an international owner isn’t a local-portal job. Your buyer is in London, Berlin or Boston but the rules, taxes and paperwork are Portuguese. Both halves need to be handled by someone who actually understands them.
I’ve spent twenty years in the real estate business — pricing, marketing, negotiation, and the paperwork that keeps deals closing on time. I work the Western Algarve as an expat myself, in four languages, with one person running your sale from valuation to deed.
That’s the difference. Not a team passing you between desks. Not a junior agent with a local buyer pool. You work directly with me, the eXp’s global network, and a service standard you’d expect in London, New York or Amsterdam.
"One agent. International standards. Every buyer in reach."
Our latest sales
- 430,000€
T1 Apartment with Sea Views in Porto de Mos
Lagos, Porto Do Mos- 1,400,000€
Impressive 4 Bed Villa in Boa Vista Golf Resort
Lagos, Boa Vista- 460,000€
- 860,000€
Splendid 3 Bedroom Villa close to Meia Praia in Lagos
Lagos, Albardeira- 350,000€
T3 Apartment with Sea View close to Lagos Center
Lagos, Amejeira- 360,000€
T2 Apartment with Sea View in Lagos
Lagos, São Gonçalo de Lagos- 590,000€
Semi Detached T3 Villa in Boa Vista Golf Resort
Lagos, Boa Vista- 820,000€
Renovated 4 Bed Villa in Vale da Telha Ajezur
Aljezur, Vale da Telha- 2,400,000€
Working with a realtor
Is the commission worth it?
40% of Algarve sales value comes from foreign buyers. Reaching them takes more than a local listing.
Professional marketing sells homes 32% faster and close higher.
One misstep on Portuguese paperwork can cost more than the commission.
Working with an experienced realtor doesn’t just take the stress out of the process — in most sales, it delivers a faster and better end result that more than covers the commission.
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Here are the most frequently asked questions about selling your home in Portugal:
You’ll need various documents, including
- Land Registration Document (Certidao Predial)
- Tax Registration Document (Caderneta Predial)
- Habitation Licence (Licença de Habitação ou Utilização)
- House Plans/Project Plans
- Energy Certificate (Certificado Energético)
- Passport or Other I.D. document
- Portuguese Tax Identification Document (Cartão de Contribuinte)
- Technical Datasheet (homes built after 2004)
Our agent and lawyer will guide you through the process.
Pricing your home correctly is crucial for attracting buyers and maximizing your sale price. A comparative market analysis (CMA) considering recent sales of similar homes in your area will help you find the sweet spot.
While major renovations might not be necessary, addressing minor repairs and ensuring your home is clean and presentable can make a positive impression on buyers.
Choosing the right agent involves considering their experience, local market expertise, marketing strategies, and language skills if you’re dealing with international buyers. Seek recommendations and interview multiple agents before making your decision.
The average time on market can vary depending on location, price, condition, and current market conditions. Your agent can provide insights into the local market and offer a realistic timeline.
Be prepared for costs such as agent commissions, capital gains tax (if applicable), legal representative fees, and registration fees. Your agent and lawyer can provide a clear breakdown of expected costs
Decluttering, depersonalizing, and staging your home can help buyers envision themselves living in the space. Simple updates like fresh paint and landscaping can also make a big difference.
Be prepared for offers, counteroffers, and potential contingencies. Your agent will guide you through negotiations and help you reach a mutually agreeable deal.
Consult a tax professional to understand the potential tax consequences of selling your home, including capital gains taxes and any applicable exemptions.
Yes, you can sell even if you have a mortgage. The sale proceeds will be used to settle the outstanding mortgage balance.
Yes we can help you maximize the visibility of your property and potentially reach a higher sell price. Please fill in the form above and we’ll be in touch to discuss your circumstances.
Yes we can! We’re fully equipped and prepared to work around you, regardless of where you are geographically.