BUYER'S AGENT - VALENCIA
"He set that price. Now you're asking him to argue against it."
In Spain, the agent showing you a house is paid by the seller, so his job is to get the highest price. We are paid only by you. Our job: the right home, no hidden problems, the best possible price.
The seller's agent works for the seller. We work only for you.
- No obligation
- Free 30-minute call
- English, Dutch, German
- No obligation
- Free 30-minute call
- English, Dutch, German
- Selective intake
Where are you in your search?
Why this matters
The conflict of interest nobody mentions
When you view a property in Spain, the agent showing you around almost always represents the seller. That creates a structural problem — not a personal one.
He advised the asking price
The listing agent set the price with the seller. Now you're asking him to argue it's too high — contradicting his own professional advice.
His commission shrinks when you save
Every €1,000 you negotiate off the price reduces his fee. He has a structural incentive to close quickly, not fight hard for your result.
You're negotiating blind
He works for the seller. He will never tell you if you could have paid less. His commission is a percentage of the sale price. A €10,000 lower offer costs him €300–€500. For you, it costs €10,000.
Want to understand exactly how the system works?
We wrote the most complete breakdown available of how estate agents in Spain make their money — including the parts they never mention. It takes eight minutes to read. It changes how you see every property viewing you will ever do. Read:
The Fee, Explained
You're already paying it.
Every property listing in Valencia has a selling agent. That agent’s commission — typically 3 to 5% — is paid by the seller. But it didn’t come from nowhere: it was built into the asking price the seller set. The commission is the part everyone knows about. It’s not the only part.
So when you see a property listed at €300,000, some portion of that price is covering the agent who negotiated it on the seller’s behalf. You pay it. You just don’t see it as a separate line.
When you work with FirstHomeValencia, you pay us — and only us. The seller pays their agent. That’s not your invoice.
So the question isn’t whether 3% gets paid. It always does. The question is which 3% — the one already working for the other side, or the one working for you.
One fee. One side. Yours.
What we do differently
We work exclusively for you
When you work with FirstHomeValencia, you have one party in your corner — and only yours. No seller connections, no listings to protect, no incentive to close fast. You win when the price is right.
We take on a limited number of buyers at any time. That’s what makes this possible.
No conflict of interest
No connection to the seller — structurally or personally. The only interest on the table is yours.
We filter before you view
Not every property that matches your criteria is worth your time. We assess market value independently before we bring anything to your attention — so every viewing is one that makes sense.
One point of contact, always
You deal directly with us throughout. From the first call to the notary. No handoffs, no account managers, no surprises.
THE Process
How it works
Three clear phases. No surprises, no jargon.
We search – also homes that aren’t online
We check – legal, technical and hidden costs
We negotiate – for you, not for the seller
Phase 1 - Intake & agreement
Most buyers in Valencia navigate this process alone. Here's how it looks when someone's doing it with you. You tell us what you're looking for — location, budget, timeline. After the call, you receive a personal overview by email. If it's a fit, we confirm the collaboration.
Phase 2 - Search, viewings & analysis
You only see properties we've already assessed. We attend every viewing with you — in person or via live video — and give you our read on market value before any offer goes in.
Phase 3 - Offer, negotiation & completion
You make an informed offer. We negotiate, and guide you through legal due diligence and the notary process — with a lawyer we know and trust.
Who you're dealing with
David Breuer
Most buyers in Valencia pay more than they should — not because sellers are dishonest, but because the system puts the wrong person on their side. I started FirstHomeValencia to fix that. I work exclusively for buyers, and my name is on every file.
I’ve been on both sides of the negotiation table in this market — which is why I know what the other side is thinking, and what they’re not saying.
“I work with a limited number of buyers at a time — by choice. Each client gets my full attention from the first call to the notary. That only works if I’m not overcommitted. The first conversation tells us both whether it’s a good fit.”
Documented results
Here are three transactions, with the numbers open.
a Documented result
| Listed at €385,000 · Purchased at €358,000 | |
| Negotiated saving | €27,000 |
| FHV fee (3%, ex IVA) | − €10,740 |
| IVA on fee (21%) | − €2,255 |
| Net gain for the buyer | €14,005 |
a Documented result
| Listed at €395,000 · Purchased at €378,000 | |
| Negotiated saving | €17,000 |
| FHV fee (3%, ex IVA) | − €11,340 |
| IVA on fee (21%) | − €2,381 |
| Net gain for the buyer | €3,279 |
a Documented result
| Listed at €755,000 · Purchased at €680,000 | |
| Negotiated saving | €75,000 |
| FHV fee (3%, ex IVA) | − €20,400 |
| IVA on fee (21%) | − €4,284 |
| Net gain for the buyer | €50,316 |
Common questions
Questions we get asked
What exactly does a buyer's agent do?
We identify and assess properties, attend viewings (in person or via live video), analyse market value, negotiate the price, coordinate legal due diligence, assist with your NIE and bank account, and represent you at the notary.
Is the €1,000 retainer an extra cost on top of the 3%?
No. 3% is the total. It starts with a €1,000 retainer, credited in full against it. On a €300,000 purchase: €1,000 at the start + €8,000 at completion = €9,000 (3%).
Why do I pay when the seller's agent shows me properties for free?
The seller’s agent is not free — his fee is built into the asking price. The question is who he is working for. He represents the seller. We represent you. That difference is worth 3%.
Can you help me buy remotely from the UK, US or Australia?
Yes — this is how many of our clients work. We attend viewings on your behalf, provide live video walkthroughs, and handle every step of the process in English. You only need to be in Valencia for the notary — and even that can be handled via power of attorney.Yes — this is how many of our clients work. We attend viewings on your behalf, provide live video walkthroughs, and handle every step of the process in English. You only need to be in Valencia for the notary — and even that can be handled via power of attorney.
Do you work with every buyer who contacts you?
No. I work with a limited number of buyers at a time — by choice. The first conversation is for both of us to decide whether it’s a good fit. If it is, you get my full attention. If it isn’t, I’ll tell you honestly.
Do I pay the selling agent's fee on top of yours?
No. You pay us 3% of the purchase price. The selling agent is paid by the seller. Those are two separate costs, one for each side of the transaction. You only receive our invoice.
What exactly does a buyer's agent do?
We identify and assess properties, attend viewings (in person or via live video), analyse market value, negotiate the price, coordinate legal due diligence, assist with your NIE and bank account, and represent you at the notary.
Is the €1,000 retainer an extra cost on top of the 3%?
No. 3% is the total. It starts with a €1,000 retainer, credited in full against it. On a €300,000 purchase: €1,000 at the start + €8,000 at completion = €9,000 (3%).
Why do I pay when the seller's agent shows me properties for free?
The seller’s agent is not free — his fee is built into the asking price. The question is who he is working for. He represents the seller. We represent you. That difference is worth 3%.
Can you help me buy remotely from the UK, US or Australia?
Yes — this is how many of our clients work. We attend viewings on your behalf, provide live video walkthroughs, and handle every step of the process in English. You only need to be in Valencia for the notary — and even that can be handled via power of attorney.
Do you work with every buyer who contacts you?
No. I work with a limited number of buyers at a time — by choice. The first conversation is for both of us to decide whether it’s a good fit. If it is, you get my full attention. If it isn’t, I’ll tell you honestly.
Do I pay the selling agent's fee on top of yours?
No. You pay us 3% of the purchase price. The selling agent is paid by the seller. Those are two separate costs, one for each side of the transaction. You only receive our invoice.
The First Conversation Is For Both Of Us.
Book a free 30-minute intake call. No pressure, no obligation. We'll tell you honestly what we can do for you — and whether we're the right fit.