Ecuador, located in the northwestern region of South America is bordered by two countries, Colombia to the north, Peru to the east and south as well as having The Pacific Ocean situated to the west.
Geographically Ecuador has many different environments with the Andes Mountains, the Amazon rainforest, a long Pacific coastline, as well as being home to the world-famous Galápagos Islands.
Ecuador offers investors and private user buyers a wide range of different types of real estate including luxury properties such as beachfront condos, mountain estates, and colonial style properties.
Popular areas of Ecuador with International Buyers - investment or personal use, listed by owner, for sale by real estate agent and for rent:
Leading or top agents often have extensive experience in local market trends, pricing, neighborhoods, and where to find investment real estate that fits the buyers financial goals.
A good real estate agent will be responsive, know how to negotiate, and keep the buyer and seller informed of the status of the deal at all times.
Who has the best reviews can be helpful, but word-of-mouth from happy clients, or friends and family, is usually the safest way to hire an agent.
Depending on your needs, you might want an agent who specializes in a specific market, like luxury homes, investment properties, or first-time home buyers.
The best agents in Ecuador often have a wide network of contractors, inspectors, and mortgage brokers, which can make the buying and selling process smoother.
