Preguntas y respuestas sobre propiedad en Malta
Can I sell my property in Malta without an estate agent?
En resumen
Yes. There is no legal requirement to use an estate agent to sell property in Malta. The notary, not the agent, is the party the transaction legally depends on.
El detalle
Selling privately means you handle pricing, marketing, viewings and negotiation yourself, and you still engage a notary to carry out searches and publish the deed. What an agent adds is reach and the handling of enquiries and viewings, which is worth weighing against the commission for your own situation.
If you do use an agent, note that estate agents, property brokers and property consultants in Malta must be licensed under the Real Estate Agents, Property Brokers and Property Consultants Act. Ask for the licence, and read the agency agreement carefully: whether it is exclusive, how long it runs, and what happens if you find the buyer yourself are the terms that matter most.
Preguntas relacionadas
Do I still need a notary if I sell privately in Malta?
Yes. A notary is required in every Maltese property transfer to carry out searches and publish the final deed. That role cannot be skipped.
Are estate agents regulated in Malta?
Yes. Agents, brokers and consultants must hold a licence under the Real Estate Agents, Property Brokers and Property Consultants Act. You can ask any agent for their licence details.