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Leveraging AI in Real Estate

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming real estate investment: massive data analysis, market forecasts, virtual tours… These tools can completely change how we identify, evaluate, and select properties. Yet, far from replacing human skills, AI gains true power when combined with strong local and legal expertise. An interview with Gilles Tijtgat, real estate legal consultant at Engel & Völkers, highlights how this combination is key to navigating today’s rapidly changing market with confidence.

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The IPI: more than a regulator

If you are looking to invest in real estate and build your own estate agent franchise, you may have already heard of the IPI, the Professional Institute of Estate Agents. This organisation is in charge of regulating the estate agency sector in Belgium and you must first be approved to become an estate agent. As knowing about it is vital to being able to work in the field, below you will find the main details about the IPI.

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Engel & Völkers expands its activities in and around Brussels under new management

Following a disagreement with the former franchisee, the license contracts for the Brussels, Wavre and Lasne areas came to an end on December 01, 2023. Leaving these territories free within the E&V network, the company has decided to expand its operations, this time under a 100% company owned structure by E&V, and no longer under a system of franchisees in these regions. Following the success of other cities such as Marbella, Barcelona and Milan, these are the first operations of this type in Belgium.

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The best prospects for real estate agents – Motivated sales talent wanted!

Engel & Völkers provides the best foundation for you to transform your passion for property into professional success with a network of ambitious real estate agents, a pioneering system platform and first-class earning potential. As part of our expansion, we are seeking candidates with sales skills to be a real estate agent.

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Engel & Völkers Belgium

Chaussée de Waterloo 1173

1180 Uccle, Brussels

Tel: +32 2 880 40 21