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Signature Properties: “We’re not looking for clients. We’re looking for people.” Entrepreneurs who prioritize people over business deals

For several years now, the Costa del Sol has been growing in popularity among European expatriates. Spain’s Mediterranean climate, quality of life, modern infrastructure, and economic stability attract an international population seeking a new place to live. Among them, an increasing number of French- and Dutch-speaking people are considering making a permanent home or purchasing a second home in this region of southern Andalusia.

For these international buyers, real estate is about more than just finding a property. It is often a true life project : settling into a new country, understanding the local market, navigating administrative and legal procedures, and integrating into a different cultural environment. Given these challenges, personalized support becomes a key factor.

This initiative is part of a broader effort led by Signature Properties, a boutique real estate agency founded by French-speaking expatriates, and CAFÉ—Cercle Andalou des Francophones Entrepreneurs, a network aimed at bringing together French-speaking entrepreneurs and families living in Andalusia.

Together, these two initiatives offer an approach that combines real estate expertise, personalized support, and integration into an international ecosystem on the Costa del Sol.

Signature Properties, the real estate agency founded by expats, for expats

The story of Signature Properties has its roots in a personal experience. Having faced the challenges of living abroad and searching for tailored real estate support themselves, its founders wanted to create a company that was different from traditional real estate agencies.

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The agency was founded in 2024 with the goal of offering a more human and personalized approach to real estate brokerage, particularly for an international clientele. At the heart of this initiative is the idea that buying or selling a property—especially when part of an international relocation plan—requires a nuanced understanding of expatriates’ cultural, administrative, and financial expectations.

A boutique agency: fewer clients, more attention

Signature Properties thus positions itself as a boutique real estate agency, prioritizing the quality of its relationships and the selection of listings over the volume of transactions.plutôt que le volume de transactions.

The model is based on the founders’ direct involvement in every stage of the process : property search, viewings, negotiations, administrative support, and project follow-up. This approach, which operates without intermediaries, aims to ensure a direct relationship with clients and a better understanding of their needs.

“Buying or selling a property abroad is never just a transaction. Behind every project, there’s a family, a life change, very practical questions, and often a lot of emotion. With Signature Properties, we wanted to create a more direct, more human, and more committed approach to supporting our clients,” explains Estelle Cocomazzi, co-founder of Signature Properties.

From finding the right property to settling in Spain: a turnkey service

Signature Properties‘ clientele consists primarily of international buyers and sellers, with a significant number of French- and Dutch-speaking clients. Signature Properties is part of a strong network connecting Belgium and the Costa del Sol, with growing visibility within premium French- and Dutch-speaking networks—including Les Fortunes Belges / De Rijkste Belgen—which strengthen its connection with a highly discerning international clientele./ De Rijkste Belgen, qui renforcent sa proximité avec une clientèle internationale à haut niveau d’exigence.

An offer designed for those who shop from abroad

These profiles have specific expectations : an understanding of the local market, assistance with administrative procedures, legal or tax advice, and secure remote transactions.

To meet these needs, the agency offers customized support that covers every stage of the real estate project :

Search and selection of luxury properties on the Costa del Sol;
Access to off-market properties and private sales;
Support for buyers and sellers;
Legal, tax, and administrative advice related to relocation;
Coordination of renovation projects when necessary.

The agency also offers multilingual services, with communication available in French, English, and Dutch, to facilitate communication with an international clientele.

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The Costa del Sol: A Magnet for High-End Clients

Signature Properties is gradually expanding its presence in the luxury real estate market on the Costa del Sol, working with leading architects such as Ruiz Moriche – Ark Architects.

The region has indeed become one of Europe’s most dynamic real estate markets for high-end properties. Contemporary villas, gated communities, apartments with ocean views, and properties located in exclusive estates attract an international clientele seeking a privileged lifestyle.

A deliberate niche positioning

In this context, the agency aims to strengthen its position in transactions exceeding 1 million euros, while maintaining a selective approach to the properties it lists. The stated goal is to maintain a close relationship with each client and ensure personalized service by deliberately limiting the number of listings handled simultaneously.

CAFÉ, the club that makes Andalusia feel like home for French speakers

Beyond real estate, moving abroad also involves the challenge of social and professional integration. With this in mind, CAFÉ—the Andalusian Circle of French-Speaking Entrepreneurs—was launched in 2026 as a network bringing together French-speaking entrepreneurs, investors, and families living in Andalusia. This initiative aims to create a space for exchange and networking among expatriates who share similar experiences.

CAFÉ is structured around several objectives :

Promote networking among French-speaking entrepreneurs in the region;
Facilitate the integration of newcomers;
Develop a professional and entrepreneurial network;
Organize exclusive events and themed gatherings.

This network also serves as a tool for integration for new residents moving to the Costa del Sol who want to quickly build a local network.

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While the region has long attracted an international clientele, several factors account for the renewed interest it is seeing today.

The Costa del Sol enjoys a particularly favorable Mediterranean climate, with more than 300 days of sunshine per year. The region also offers a renowned quality of life, combining modern infrastructure, access to the sea, safety, and economic vitality. Spain is also experiencing a period of stability and relative economic growth within Europe, which enhances its appeal to expatriates. For many Europeans, the Costa del Sol thus represents a balance between quality of life, international accessibility, and real estate opportunities.

Against this backdrop, real estate development and investment projects are on the rise, particularly among French- and Dutch-speaking residents.

To become the go-to destination for French speakers on the Costa del Sol

Through Signature Properties and CAFÉ, the founders aim to build an ecosystem capable of meeting the specific needs of an international clientele. Their ambition is to become the go-to resource for French- and Dutch-speaking individuals who wish to buy, sell, or settle on the Costa del Sol. This strategy is based on several areas of development:

Strengthen our presence in the luxury real estate market;
Develop partnerships with French- and Dutch-speaking stakeholders;
Organize exclusive events for the CAFÉ community;
Continue to offer personalized real estate guidance.

In a region where real estate projects are often part of people’s international life journeys, Signature Properties and CAFÉ aim to offer an approach that combines local expertise, an international network, and personalized support.

Entrepreneurs who prioritize people over business deals

Signature Properties and CAFÉ are based on a shared philosophy :

Putting human relationships back at the heart of client support.
Far from a purely transactional approach, the founders prioritize an approach based on active listening, transparency, and an understanding of their clients’ life goals.
This vision is in line with the personal journey of Estelle Cocomazzi, co-founder of the project.
After living in Brussels for more than forty years, she moved to Estepona on the Costa del Sol. With a degree in communications and marketing, she managed several daycare centers in Belgium for over fifteen years before turning to luxury real estate.
She co-founded Signature Properties with her partner Will and now assists an international clientele—primarily French- and Dutch-speaking—with their real estate projects in Spain.
At the same time, she is involved in the creation of CAFÉ to build a network of French-speaking entrepreneurs in Andalusia.

Learn more:

Website: https://www.signature-properties.es/fr
Mail : info@signature-properties.es
Phone : 0034 604 450 892
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/SP_marbella/
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/signature-properties-marbella

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