often, the association will require a meeting and an interview with the interested buyer.

When considering buying property in one of the communities it is essential to contract a local attorney who is familiar with favela property and can therefore provide accurate legal advice and information.

It is also crucial to consult a local real estate agent whose offices are situated in the favela in question as the dynamics and property customs of each vary significantly - only a specialized local agent will have accurate understanding of procedures.

while the best way to find a property for sale in a favela is by going personally to a local real estate office, land or homes in favelas are often listed on-line in websites such as vende bem brasil, seu imovel na internet, olx and zap imoveis.