Q We’ve decided to put our Portuguese home on the market and are considering listing it online, bypassing agents and their fees. Any words of advice?
M Formby, by email

A Although there are costs for using a “for sale by owner” property forum — such as magnoliaproperty.co.uk (from £15 a month), rightmove.co.uk (£29-£99 a month) and the-viewing.com (from £588 flat fee) — there is no commission to pay.

However you decide to market your home, though, you still need to decide on the asking price, and make sure you have all the documentation required in Portugal in order, including relevant deeds, registration and tax certificates. Resolve any legal issues with the property, such as illegal extensions or inheritances that have not been finalised.

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