When selling a property in the Algarve, one question often comes up: should you entrust your house or apartment to several agencies, or sign an exclusive mandate with just one?
Many sellers believe that using more agencies will speed up the sale. In reality, it’s often the opposite. An exclusive mandate is not only more effective but also more secure for achieving a sale at the best possible price.
This article explains exactly why.
Simple mandate vs. exclusive mandate: what’s the difference?
Simple mandate: you sign with several agencies at the same time. Each markets your property independently, with no coordination or shared strategy.
Exclusive mandate: you entrust the sale to one agency, which becomes your dedicated partner and implements a complete, consistent marketing plan.
👉 In the Algarve, where demand is high but buyers are discerning, the exclusive mandate is often the smartest option.
The 5 key advantages of an exclusive mandate in the Algarve
1. Greater visibility
With an exclusive mandate, the agency invests more in promoting your property:
- Professional photos and videos (including drone footage and virtual tours)
- Premium listings on national and international real estate portals
- Targeted campaigns aimed at qualified buyers (French-speaking clients, expats, investors)
2. A single dedicated contact
No more stress juggling multiple agencies or repeating the same information. With an exclusive mandate, you work with one advisor who knows your property and expectations inside out.
3. Better-organized viewings
Instead of disorganized, duplicated, or poorly prepared visits, the agency coordinates everything strategically—highlighting your property’s strengths to the right buyer profiles.
4. More effective negotiation
A single message, one consistent price, and clear communication inspire buyer confidence and prevent downward negotiation caused by contradictory listings.
5. Proven results
According to internal data from Algarve agencies, exclusive mandates lead to:
- Shorter selling times
- Fairer selling prices (less room for negotiation)
- A smoother, less stressful selling experience
Real example: selling a villa in Tavira
A French couple listed their Algarve villa with three different agencies under simple mandates. The result:
- Inconsistent, sometimes unflattering photos
- Different prices across websites
- Confused—and suspicious—buyers
After months with no progress, they switched to an exclusive mandate with Hardy & Hardy.
👉 Within six weeks, the villa was sold at the original estimated price, thanks to a clear strategy and professional presentation.
Why choose Hardy & Hardy for an exclusive mandate?
At Hardy & Hardy, we work with French-speaking and international clients looking for quality properties in the Algarve. With an exclusive mandate, we guarantee:
- Premium property marketing (HD photos, drone videos, multilingual listings, and selective distribution across top national and international platforms)
- A qualified buyer network across France, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, and the rest of Europe, including partner agencies both local and international
- Personalized support from A to Z: valuation, marketing, visits, negotiation
- Legal security through trusted partners (lawyers, local tax experts)
Conclusion: sell better, not just faster
Listing your property with several agencies may seem reassuring, but in the Algarve, it often leads to lost time and reduced credibility.
An exclusive mandate, on the other hand, allows you to sell faster, at the right price, and in optimal conditions.
đź“© Still unsure whether to choose a simple or exclusive mandate?
Contact a Hardy & Hardy advisor for a free and confidential consultation.