About us

Our Team is so much more than a full-service estate company. We are a group of talented individuals with a passion for spotting the best solutions for our clients who are looking for a lifestyle. So our philosophy that guides everything we do at A1 is to help our clients ultimately find their dream. We firmly believe that our broad knowledge of the area assists considerably in delivering upon this goal: Algarve. Feel at home.

Agnieszka Kijonka

We help new and experienced real estate buyers and vendors successfully complete the purchase and sale of their property in the Algarve. With us, you get access to expert resources based on a 20-year long professional experience. It is our goal to build a foundation for the safe sale and purchase of property, for foreigners of all nationalities. Those who have chosen the Algarve as their prime holiday destination and those who have chosen the Algarve as their permanent home.

When it comes to investment and advice regarding commercial property, you can count on our professional conduct as to absolute discretion and sense for responsibility.

CEO | Languages: English, German, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, French

Maria Brismontier

Specialized in formalities and administrative procedures, Maria gives you advice if you want to move to Portugal. She informs you about the tax exemption, the Non-Habitual-Residence status, the Golden Visa, the health insurance and many other practical things, such as how to import your car, how to pay the tolls as a foreigner or even where to find Portuguese lessons. Living in a different country is a new chapter in your life and can be a great challenge. Maria’s goal is to ease your integration into the Algarve.

Sales Executive | Languages spoken: French, German

Lance Watson

Lance comes from a business background specialising in client services and account management. Having recently moved to the Algarve he has personal experience of setting up home in a new country. Whether you are looking to emigrate or Invest, Lance can walk you through the most efficient methods and advise you how to reach the maximum potential with both buying and selling. He is a keen sportsman and currently learning Portuguese.

Sales Executive | Languages: English

Irina Donde

Irina moved to Portugal 5 years ago from Saint-Petersburg, Russia. She made all the experiences which you are about to meet once you decide to buy a property here and live in the Algarve. Irina is specialised in the process of obtaining the Golden Visa for our Russian clients, She will stand by you throughout the entire time and pass on her enthusiasm about this country that she truly loves.

Sales Executive | Languages: Russian, English, French

Celeste Viegas

Celeste offers a high level of client service, integrity and professionalism as an Office Manager and Assistant to our Team. Known for her tenacious personality, she always tries to do what is best for our clients. She has an eye for your individual needs. Her professional experience is a great asset for A1 and we are proud to have her on board. A native Algarvia, Celeste has lived in this community all of her life and is extremely knowledgeable about the surrounding area.

Office Administration | Languages: Portuguese, French

Johnny Philippe

Johnny who is very experienced with Digital Marketing for many years has joined our team as online Marketing & IT consultant to highlight our skills and effort online and all Social Media.

Marketing Specialist | Languages: English, Portuguese, French

Seth Van Driessche

Seth is very versatile and still in his training. However, his great passion is his drone, which he masters perfectly well and which he employs to produce these wonderful aerial views of the properties in our portfolio and of the Algarve. With his fresh ideas, he is an asset to our team.

Drone Specialist | Languages: English, Portuguese, Flemish/Dutch

The A1 Office

BECAUSE WE CARE

A1 ALGARVE PROPERTY is based on 20 years of market experience in the Algarve and solid local knowledge. We are confident to spot the right properties for you as well as provide the
documents necessary to close your sale or purchase.

A1 was created to make a difference in service and the marketing approach in the Algarve Real Estate market in Southern Portugal, which is hopelessly overcrowded and not properly supervised
We know what the market prices of the properties are to protect you from spending too much for your holiday home
We listen to you and your demands because we care
Specialising in all kinds of properties which are well located and built to a high quality and within different budget ranges
We not only have long-term relationships with the resorts, from Vale do Lobo over Quinta do Lago to Monte Rei, but we are also well connected with all of the urbanisations in the Central Algarve

It would be a joy to share our expertise with you on The Algarve and find your home.

ALGARVE. FEEL AT HOME.