The Problem We Solve
Buying property in Portugal as a foreigner is confusing.
The banks work differently. The costs aren't what you expect. The legal process has steps that don't exist elsewhere. And under Portuguese law, the responsibility for discovering problems is yours—not the seller's.
Most buyers figure this out the hard way.
They search for months in the wrong price range because they didn't understand how banks assess non-residents. They get surprised by transaction costs that add 10%+ to their budget. They buy properties with undocumented modifications and inherit expensive problems.
We think there's a better way.
What if you could understand everything before you committed? What if you had tools to calculate real numbers—not guesses? What if, when you needed professional help, you could find the right person for your specific situation?
That's what we built.
How We Help
We explain how it works.
The buying process, how banks assess you, what costs to expect, what to verify, how to protect yourself. Clear explanations for foreign buyers, not jargon-filled guides written for locals.
We give you free tools.
Budget calculators that reflect how Portuguese banks actually assess non-residents. Price verification against real transaction data. Cost calculators that show every fee. Risk assessments that flag what to investigate.
Our tools are free to use.
We connect you with the right professionals.
When tools aren't enough—and they're often not—you need human expertise. We connect you with mortgage brokers, lawyers, agents, inspectors, tax advisors, and architects who work with international buyers.
Not a directory. A match. You tell us what you need, we connect you with who fits.
Our Principles
Transparency first.
We don't hide information to force you into services. We don't pretend tools can do what they can't. We're honest about limitations—ours and the market's.
Tools should be free.
Basic calculations and information shouldn't cost money. We make money when we connect you with professionals—not by charging for a mortgage calculator.
Match, don't list.
Directories don't help. You don't need 50 lawyers to choose from. You need the right lawyer for your situation. We match, we don't dump a list on you.
Professionals should earn their place.
We don't sell placement. Professionals in our network are there because they meet our standards and deliver for clients—not because they paid us.
Foreign buyers deserve respect.
You're making one of the biggest purchases of your life in a foreign country. You deserve clear information, honest guidance, and professionals who understand your situation.
Our Business Model
We're transparent about this too.
Tools are free. Content is free. We don't charge buyers for anything.
We make money when we connect you with professionals. They pay us a referral fee for introductions that lead to business.
This aligns our interests.
We only make money if the connection works. That means we're motivated to match you well—not just to generate introductions.
Future plans:
We're building additional services for buyers who want more hands-on support and an off-market property marketplace. But the core platform—tools, content, matching—will always be free.
Who We Are
We're a small team based in Lisbon, combining real estate experience, technology expertise, and firsthand knowledge of what it's like to buy property in Portugal as a foreigner.

Mihail Talev
Head of Digital Innovation
Technology lead focused on building the Real Estate Lisbon platform, with emphasis on clear user flows, practical tools, and reliable digital experiences for international buyers.

Nikola Zdraveski
Property Data Specialist
Market intelligence specialist who supports research, valuation context, and comparative analysis for informed property decisions.
Platform & Technology Team

Abdo Essam
Developer

Júlia Vieira de Souza
Developer

Mehmet Yasir Balcı
Developer
Technical Advisory
Real Estate Lisbon combines practical technology and local process knowledge to help buyers make clearer decisions and connect with relevant professionals.

