Why choose UNYK-PLACE instead of a traditional real estate agency?

UNYK-PLACE and the traditional real estate agency: a different business model

The difference between UNYK PLACE and a traditional real estate agency is not about size or quality. It is about the business model, and that model shapes every aspect of the buying process.

The traditional agency model

A traditional real estate agency is appointed by the seller to market and sell a property.

Its fees are paid by the seller, are based on the sale price and depend on the successful completion of the transaction.

This creates a clear incentive: the agent's objective is to complete the sale at the highest possible price.

Within this model, the buyer is not the agency's client. The buyer is the other party to the transaction.

The UNYK-PLACE model

At UNYK-PLACE, we work exclusively for buyers.

Our role is to identify the property that best matches each client's objectives, negotiate on their behalf, support them throughout the due diligence process and coordinate the transaction from beginning to end.

We do not represent sellers.

This model is widely established in the United Kingdom through buyer's agents and in the United States through buyer's brokers. It remains relatively uncommon in Portugal, making it a genuine advantage for our clients.

What this means in practice

With a traditional agency, you are shown the properties listed within that agency's portfolio.

With UNYK-PLACE, we search the entire market, including property portals, partner agencies and our off market network.

With a traditional agency, negotiations are led by the seller's representative.

With UNYK-PLACE, we negotiate on your behalf using real market transaction data.

With a traditional agency, due diligence is your responsibility.

With UNYK-PLACE, we coordinate the entire process.