About Sandra Maciel
Private Real Estate Broker dedicated to protecting international buyers in Portugal
My Work Is Not About Selling Properties
"It is about protecting decisions."
With over 9 years of experience working exclusively with international buyers, I understand the unique challenges of purchasing property in a foreign country.
As an expatriate myself, I've lived through the relocation process. I know what it's like to navigate a new market, a different legal system, and the anxiety of making one of life's biggest financial decisions far from home.
My Mission: to exclusively represent the buyer's interests, identifying and structuring real estate investments with total transparency, risk management, and focus on wealth growth
My philosophy is simple: your property purchase should be a strategic decision, not an emotional impulse. I provide the clarity, process, and protection you need to buy with confidence.
Experience & Expertise
+100 clients successfully relocated to Portugal
€15M+ in real estate transactions
9+ years focused on international buyers
Extensive network of vetted professionals (lawyers, bankers, accountants)
Deep knowledge of Portuguese real estate markets
My Work Is Not About Selling Properties
"It is about protecting decisions."
Client Stories
Real experiences from clients who trusted me with their property journey
I am very grateful to Sandra Maciel. When my wife and I decided to invest in Portugal — both as an investment and thinking about a possible future residence — we had no idea where to start. We didn't know which city or region would be the best choice, neither from a strategic nor a practical point of view.
E.W.
Real Estate Investor (Brazil)
Investment Distrikt Parque das Nações - 2025
Sandra was absolutely essential to our move, helping us prepare, during the move, and in the document submission after our arrival. My wife and I decided to move from the United States to Lisbon four years ago. We had two young daughters and several pets in tow as well, but can happily say that we had covered every base and were ready for every step with Sandra's assistance.
Barnett Family
Relocated from USA to Lisbon
Property Purchase - 2022
My Philosophy
Process Over Speed
Buying property abroad requires patience and methodology, not rushed decisions.
Protection Over Commission
Your interests always come first. I'm paid to protect you, not to close deals quickly.
Clarity Over Complexity
Complex processes made clear through structured guidance and transparent communication.