According to a Fotocasa analysis, 62% of Spaniards have either used or are considering professional real estate services for property transactions. Of these, 43% have already employed such services, while 19% are contemplating future engagement.
Expediting the sale or rental process emerged as the primary motivation (44% of respondents). Additional reasons include:
- Setting realistic and objective pricing (33%)
- More selective buyer or tenant screening (32%)
- Accessing legal guidance (31%)
- Receiving comprehensive transaction support (28%)
- Time savings (28%)
- Maximizing financial returns (27%)
Age significantly influences this trend, with younger Spaniards showing the strongest preference for professional assistance:
- 18-24 age group: 77% have hired or plan to hire real estate professionals
- 55-75 age group: 63%
- 25-34 age group: 62%
- 35-44 age group: 60%
- 45-54 age group: 55%
Property sellers (65%) demonstrate a higher likelihood of engaging professionals than landlords (58%), reflecting the greater complexity and documentation requirements of sales transactions.
María Matos, Fotocasa’s Director of Studies and spokesperson, highlights the multifaceted value of real estate agents in today’s active market: “Selling or renting a property extends beyond finding a buyer or tenant—it encompasses pricing strategy, documentation management, negotiation, and ensuring secure, efficient transactions.”
