Overseas Property Agency Question

mikey123

Hi,

After a bit of head-scratching for a business idea I have come up with the proposition of setting up an overseas property agency, helping people in the UK to invest in property abroad. While I have no direct experience in the property industry, I lived for many years in one of the "destination" countries for UK buyers/holidaymakers and also have a fairly strong background in finance. I am confident that I can acquire the knowledge I need to offer a first-class service.

I have hit a stumbling block quite early on in my investigations so I hope that one of the property wizards can answer my question: I won't be able to open an office in my target country so how do I go about getting properties to advertise to potential clients in the UK??? I have thought about partnering with an estate agent abroad but what sort of agreement would we need to reach to ensure that I get paid fairly for my work? (I am worried that I do all the work in the UK and then the foreign estate agent sells the property to my client as if he/she has introduced them to the property)

Also, I'd appreciate any other wisdom from people experienced in the industry.

Thanks!!!

lynzpower

cant help directly but there is a very lively discussion on https://www.channel4.com/homes forum specifically for property abroad that might be able to help if you get no joy here.

mikey123

Thanks Lynz!