Question 1

What is the BUYER REPRESENTATION service?

Accepted Answer

RIVABOND represents buyers in the acquisition of property in Portugal, managing the entire process from sourcing to closing. We work exclusively on the buyer’s side, structuring and executing each transaction with a focus on access, risk control, and outcome.

Question 2

How is RIVABOND different from a real estate agency?

Accepted Answer

Real estate agents are tied to specific listings, specific brands and commission rules, limiting what they can sell and incentivizing them to sell the properties they have. Their work is mainly structured on selling assets, not buying them, often representing multiple buyers on the same property.

RIVABOND works exclusively for the buyer, engaging multiple agents and agencies to leverage the entire market through a single point of contact, ensuring full alignment with the buyer’s interests.

Question 3

What value does RIVABOND add to the acquisition?

Accepted Answer

RIVABOND consolidates the complex and time-consuming work of sourcing, evaluating, and managing a property acquisition into a single point of trust and experience. We run a disciplined search across multiple opportunities, structure the process, and guide each step, allowing the buyer to make better decisions with less friction.

We bring to this a deep knowledge of the Portuguese real estate market and a network of trusted partners built over years of active work in development and transactions. The result is a more efficient, controlled, and higher-quality acquisition outcome.

Question 4

Who is RIVABOND service for?

Accepted Answer

Buyers acquiring property in Portugal who need a trusted presence on the ground and want full confidence in the investment they are making. This includes international clients, buyers with limited availability to be present, and those who require experienced guidance throughout the process.

Question 5

How does RIVABOND approach negotiation?

Accepted Answer

Our approach is adapted case by case, depending on the seller and the asset, whether it is a private owner or a developer, a new property or a renovation project. We negotiate exclusively on the buyer’s side and our work is grounded on direct acquisition experience in Portugal.

Question 6

Does RIVABOND work with multiple clients at the same time?

Accepted Answer

We limit the number of clients we represent at any given time, allocating the necessary time and resources depending on the complexity of each mandate. Our approach prioritises depth over volume.

Question 7

How is RIVABOND compensated?

Accepted Answer

We operate on a transparent structure, typically combining a monthly retainer with a success fee upon acquisition. After assessing the scope of the mandate, we present a tailored proposal.

Question 8

Does RIVABOND value discretion?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Discretion and controlled exposure are core to how we operate, with all interactions, negotiations, and information handled on a strictly need-to-know basis to protect the buyer’s position.

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