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Everything about the property hunter profession in Paris: mandate, fees, off-market access and negotiation
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Is a property hunter paid only on success? What French law says
Yes: French law bars a licensed property hunter from taking any payment before completion. Fees fall due at the notary, and only if you buy.
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15 years of property hunting in Paris: what I have learned 
Property Viewing Slip: Complete Guide 
Property hunter and notary: the two allies every buyer should have 
Financing File: How Your Property Hunter Strengthens Your Purchase Offer 
Legal obligations of a property hunter: what the law requires in 2026 
The Psychological Traps of Buying Property in Paris 
The Home Select Search Report: Transparency as a Method 
Walking Away from a Property: When Your Hunter Says No 
Do you need a buying agent to buy property in Paris? 
Apartment Hunter and Developer: Can You Access New-Build Properties? 
Property Search in Paris: How Many Properties Do You Need to See? 
Buying as a Couple in Paris: How a Property Hunter Arbitrates Compromises 
Property negotiation: behind the scenes of an offer at -8% 
Apartment Viewing with a Property Hunter: Why Their Expert Eye Changes Everything 
Is an Apartment Hunter Worth It? The Numbers in Full 
8 Common Misconceptions About Apartment Hunters in Paris 
Buying Without a Property Hunter: The Most Common Mistakes 
FCI: What Is the Federation of Property Hunters? 
Behind the Scenes of a Property Hunter: A Typical Day 
Hiring a property hunter when you live outside Paris 
How does a search with a property hunter work? 
The Search Mandate: Everything You Need to Know Before Signing 
Property hunter vs estate agent: the real differences 
Property hunter fees in Paris: a complete breakdown 
How to choose the best property hunter in Paris Frequently asked questions
Why use a property hunter instead of searching on my own?
A property hunter saves you time (they visit on your behalf), accesses off-market properties invisible on public portals, and negotiates with the experience of hundreds of transactions. On average, our clients obtain a 6% reduction on the seller's price and find their property within 45 days.
Is a property hunter a regulated profession?
Yes. A property hunter must hold a professional T-card issued by the CCI, have professional liability insurance, a financial guarantee, and comply with the Hoguet law. Home Select is a member of the FCI (Federation of Property Hunters).
How do I choose a property hunter in Paris?
Check the professional T-card, FCI membership, fee structure (favour fees paid only on success), track record and client reviews. Meet the hunter during a free initial consultation to assess their market knowledge and responsiveness.
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