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Trinidad and Tobago – Finding Property to Buy

Popular Estate Agencies

  • REMAX Trinidad and Tobago: Offers a wide range of residential and commercial properties for sale and rent. They have a team of experienced agents who can assist with all aspects of property buying, selling, and renting.
  • Coldwell Banker Trinidad and Tobago: Offers a wide range of residential and commercial properties for sale and rent. They have a team of experienced agents who can assist with all aspects of property buying, selling, and renting.
  • Century 21 Trinidad and Tobago: Offers a wide range of residential and commercial properties for sale and rent. They have a team of experienced agents who can assist with all aspects of property buying, selling, and renting.
  • The Property Experts: Offers a wide range of residential and commercial properties for sale and rent. They have a team of experienced agents who can assist with all aspects of property buying, selling, and renting.

Qualifications and/or Licenses for Estate Agents in Trinidad and Tobago

  • Estate agents in Trinidad and Tobago must be licensed by the Board of Valuation and Estate Agents (BOVEA).
  • To obtain a license, agents must have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete a BOVEA-approved course on real estate principles and practices.
  • Agents must also pass an exam and have a minimum of two years of experience in real estate or a related field.

Breakdown of Estate Agent Fees in Trinidad and Tobago

  • Typically, estate agents in Trinidad and Tobago charge a commission of 2-5% of the final sale price of the property.
  • This commission is usually split between the listing agent and the selling agent.
  • Some agents may also charge additional fees for services such as property staging, marketing, and advertising.

Other Resources for Finding Property in Trinidad and Tobago

  • Property websites: Trinidad and Tobago Real Estate, Trinidad and Tobago Property Listings, Trinidad and Tobago Homes for Sale, Trinidad and Tobago Property Search
  • Expat websites: Trinidad and Tobago Expat, Trinidad and Tobago Expat Forum
  • Newspapers: Trinidad and Tobago Guardian, Trinidad and Tobago Express
  • Magazines: Trinidad and Tobago Homes, Trinidad and Tobago Property Guide
  • Word of mouth

Use of Buyer’s Agents in Trinidad and Tobago

  • The Use of a Buyer’s Agent is not very common in Trinidad and Tobago.
  • If a buyer’s agent is used, they typically charge a commission of 1-2% of the final sale price of the property.
  • No specific qualifications or licenses are required to be a buyer’s agent in Trinidad and Tobago.

Organisations for Foreign Property Buyers in Trinidad and Tobago


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  • Trinidad and Tobago Association of Realtors (TTAR): A professional body of real estate agents and brokers in Trinidad and Tobago. They can provide information and assistance to foreign property buyers.
  • Website: https://www.ttar.org/
  • Trinidad and Tobago Real Estate Institute (TTREI): A professional body of real estate agents and brokers in Trinidad and Tobago. They can provide information and assistance to foreign property buyers.
  • Website: https://www.ttrei.org/
  • Trinidad and Tobago Mortgage Finance Company (TTMF): A government-owned company that provides mortgages and other financing options to property buyers in Trinidad and Tobago.
  • Website: https://www.ttmf.co.tt/


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