News>What is the difference between a developer builder and estate agent in Spain?

Or since we’re in Malaga, the difference between una promotora, una constructora and un agente inmobiliario. The three roles play an essential part in new build properties and often overlap. Read on for a definition of each one:

The role of the developer
In a nutshell, the development is the brain child of the developer (promotor in Spanish) whose job includes:

Sourcing and buying the land
Finding finance for the project
Planning the project

Key takeaway? The developer is one doing the hard work of getting everything going in the first place.

The role of the builder
The construction company (constructor or constructora in Spanish) does just that, construct. Not only are they in charge of the actual construction work, they’re building it too. In the team are architects, engineers, bricklayers, electricians, plumbers, painters, gardeners…

Key takeaway? The builder is the one who’s hands-on (and often getting those hands dirty).

The role of the estate agent
Basically the agent (agente inmobiliario in Spanish) is the link between the developer and the buyer. Their job is to showcase the properties, tour the buyer that they’ve found their ideal home.

Key takeaway? The agent is the one responsible for doing the final deal.