Home-sale guides
Information about choosing an agent, costs and real-property transfers.
How to choose a real-estate agent
Compare local experience, qualifications, service and fees before signing an assignment.
Read guide02Real-estate agent fees
What the fee covers, who pays it and when it is due.
Read guide03When is a public purchase witness required
The witness’s role, statutory fee and the transfers that require confirmation.
Read guideFrequently asked questions about real-estate agencies
What does a real-estate agent do?
An agent values the property, prepares sales material, markets the home, arranges viewings, handles offers and prepares transaction documents.
How should I choose a real-estate agent?
Compare local experience, qualifications, working methods, the marketing plan and the fee. Meet more than one agent before signing an assignment.
How much is a real-estate agent’s fee?
The fee may be a percentage of the sale price, a fixed amount or a combination. Ask for a written offer showing VAT and other costs.
Can I sell a home without an agent?
Yes. The seller then handles pricing, documentation, disclosure duties, marketing and the practical transaction process.
When is a public purchase witness required?
A witness is generally required for a paper transfer of real property. A witness is not required for a sale of housing-company shares.