Luís M.
Bought a townhouse in Famalicão
“Paula joined me at every viewing and was refreshingly honest. She talked me out of two properties that "looked great" and helped me close on the one that was actually the right fit.”

Paula Brandão
Former banker with 30 years in credit analysis. In partnership with VILLÈ Real Estate, I help clients buy, sell and finance premium homes across the Greater Porto area.
«Every transaction is unique. Every client deserves an exclusive service.»
FeaturedLordelo do Ouro e Massarelos
Apartamento · T5
2 420 000 €
Usable area
270 m²
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
FeaturedFoz do Douro
Apartamento · T4
3 200 000 €
Usable area
202 m²
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
FeaturedRoriz · Santo Tirso
Quinta · T6+
1 100 000 €
Usable area
386 m²
Bedrooms
8
Plot area
5160 m²
Paula Brandão on social media — new listings, Porto property-market insights and behind-the-scenes stories from real deals.
How I help you
From first meeting to handing over the keys — in 5 steps.
We discuss what you're looking for: area, layout, budget and timing. I put together an honest shortlist.
I attend every viewing. Technical, market-based perspective — not just the seller's angle.
Former banker with 30 years' experience. I run simulations across multiple lenders in parallel and negotiate the best terms.
Drafting of the promissory contract (CPCV), review of clauses and price negotiation on your behalf.
I handle all the paperwork for completion. On the day you simply sign and receive the keys!
What clients say — buyers, sellers and investors I've worked with.
Luís M.
Bought a townhouse in Famalicão
“Paula joined me at every viewing and was refreshingly honest. She talked me out of two properties that "looked great" and helped me close on the one that was actually the right fit.”
Ana C.
Sold a flat in Braga
“Sold above the online valuation and in under 2 months. The negotiation was professional from start to finish.”
Carlos R.
Mortgage — first home
“Paula's banking background made all the difference. I secured a spread 0.35% below what my own bank was offering me.”
Joana e Rui
Bought a 3-bedroom flat in Barcelos
“We were living abroad and Paula ran viewings by video call, handled everything, and on completion day all we had to do was sign. Flawless.”
Pedro S.
Valuation for probate
“I needed a valuation for a probate settlement. Fair, well-supported and delivered in 48 hours. Highly recommend.”
Rita F.
Investor — 3 properties
“Three deals with Paula so far. She knows the market, negotiates hard, and is 100% transparent about the upside and risks of each area.”
Common questions, straight answers
Just contact me by phone, WhatsApp or the booking form. I confirm availability on the same day and arrange the viewing at a time that suits you, including weekends.
Typically banks ask for the last 3 payslips, your IRS tax return, the last 3 months of bank statements, a copy of your ID/tax number and the Bank of Portugal responsibilities map. As a mortgage specialist with 30 years in banking, I help you gather everything and run the simulation across several banks in parallel.
TAN (nominal annual rate) is the pure interest rate of the loan. TAEG (annual percentage rate, or APR) includes interest, fees, mandatory insurance and other charges — it reflects the true cost of the credit. When comparing offers, always look at TAEG.
Yes. I provide a free, realistic valuation based on comparable transactions in the area, the property's characteristics and current market conditions. Unlike generic online valuations, I have direct local knowledge of properties in each town.
Yes. In addition to Porto, I cover Matosinhos, Vila Nova de Gaia, Maia, Gondomar, Valongo, Póvoa de Varzim, Vila do Conde and Santo Tirso. For premium properties I consider working across the whole of Northern Portugal.
As a rule, banks finance up to 90% of the lower of the valuation and the purchase price — so you need at least a 10% deposit, plus completion costs (IMT, IS, registrations and fees), which are around 6-8% of the price. In specific cases (main residence, buyers under 35) there are state-backed programmes that reduce the deposit required.
No. As a property consultant, my fee is paid by the seller. For buyers, my support — from viewings to mortgages, through the promissory contract and completion — is entirely free.
Yes, always. A key part of my job is to prepare informed offers and negotiate on behalf of the client — whether they are buying or selling. The goal is to close at a fair price for both parties.
Property Consultant · Porto · VILLÈ Real Estate
After 30 years in banking, I now focus on property brokerage and mortgages, in partnership with VILLÈ Real Estate in Porto — bringing the same technical rigour of someone who spent a career analysing contracts.
I help clients buy, sell and let flats, houses and land in Porto, Matosinhos, Vila Nova de Gaia, Maia, Gondomar and across the Greater Porto area. I stay involved from first contact right through to completion.
VILLÈ · AMI 15973
Licensed estate agency in Porto.
30 years in banking
Direct mortgage negotiation across multiple lenders.
Porto · Greater Porto
Porto, Matosinhos, Gaia, Maia, Gondomar and surrounding areas.
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