Listings don't tell the whole story.
Online listings can be outdated or miss important details. We help you check the facts and understand what really matters.
Every property vetted in person
Your Algarve property, without the guesswork
Find your place in the Algarve. Buy with confidence.
Local knowledge. Personal guidance. Fewer costly surprises — from your first search to the final deed.
- 25 years of real estate experience
- Local guidance, based in Lagos
- Clear advice in English & Portuguese
Steve Marqué
eXp Realty agent · Lagos
A clearer way to buy in Portugal.
Guidance in your language
Clear, honest advice in English and Portuguese — and help bridging the Portuguese paperwork.
Local market insight
Understand areas, pricing, and lifestyle differences before making a decision.
Support from search to signing
Personal guidance through the property journey and coordination with relevant professionals.
A search built around you
Find properties that fit your priorities, budget, and intended lifestyle.
Common concerns
Love the Algarve. Dreading the property process?
You're not alone. Here are some of the most common concerns we help clients navigate.
Different rules, unfamiliar paperwork.
Buying in Portugal can feel complex. We help you understand the steps and connect with the right professionals, so you can move forward with greater clarity.
Independent lawyer, notary & surveyor network
Worried about overpaying or missing something?
It's a big decision. Get local insight, realistic market context, and practical guidance so you can make a more informed choice.
Negotiation on your behalf
How it works
A property search built around you.
A simple, personalised process to help you find the right property in the Algarve.
1
Get clear on your brief
We discuss your goals, budget, preferred areas, and lifestyle needs.
2
Search beyond the obvious
We explore suitable properties and use local knowledge to help identify relevant opportunities.
3
View with local insight
We arrange viewings and share honest feedback on location, condition, and value.
4
Negotiate and move forward
We help you understand the next steps and coordinate with the appropriate independent legal and financial professionals.
Why SunnySteve
Not just more listings. Better decisions.
As your buyer's agent, Steve works on your side — searching the portals, tapping his network, viewing in person and negotiating on your behalf.
- A search tailored to your life and budget.
- Local context on areas and lifestyle.
- Potential off-market opportunities through Steve's professional network.
- Practical guidance on next steps and due diligence — licences, rustic land, condo debts.
Sell your property
Selling in the Algarve? Make your property stand out.
Reach the right international buyers with thoughtful positioning, strong presentation, and marketing tailored to your property's appeal. Start with a clear, no-obligation valuation built on real local comparables.
- Priced on real local comparables
- Backed by eXp Realty's network
- One point of contact from first call to deed
- Free, no-obligation valuation
About Steve
Local insight. Personal service.
"I'm Steve Marqué. Buying in the Algarve is exciting, but as an international buyer it can also feel daunting: a different legal system, a different language, and paperwork that trips up even careful buyers. That's the gap I close.
With 25 years of real estate experience, I guide expats and international buyers — and the owners selling to them — from first call to final deed, with a personal approach built around your goals."
A calmer property journey, according to our clients.
Rated 5/5 from 40 Google reviews
We had a wonderful experience working with Steve during our property search in the Algarve. He is very knowledgeable, professional, and well connected in the area. Steve showed us several properties and was able to share valuable insight not only about the homes, but also about the different neighborhoods and local lifestyle. He made the process feel easy, informative, and enjoyable.
I used Steve to sell our land in Lagos, very helpfull, he worked hard and did a lot of background work to in the end get us 50.000 more Euro s than the asking price.
Steve was wonderful in his assistance. So much information, fast response time, knowledgeable about the market. Would highly recommend him as a trusted advisor. Thanks Steve!
FAQ
Quick answers to common questions.
Insights
Guides from the Algarve market.
Your Algarve chapter starts with a conversation.
Tell Steve what you're looking for. No pressure — just a useful first conversation.