Annelies contributes to the success story of Chapter International in Marbella

Imagine: working in the sun every day, with a strong brand behind you and a market full of motivated buyers. For Annelies Verhaeghe, this is no longer a dream, it is her daily reality.

Just two years after taking her first steps as a real estate agent at Chapter Marbella, she decided to take the leap and become a franchisee of Chapter Marbella in the fall of 2025. She is now six months into this new chapter, full of passion, pragmatism, and a healthy dose of "popcorn brain" energy.

Every great story begins with a first step. For Annelies, the transition from real estate agent to office manager did not feel like a leap into the unknown, but rather the logical next chapter. Thanks to her sales and real estate experience, she knew exactly where the opportunities lay for Marbella.

"I knew the brand, the customers, and the market from the inside out," says Annelies. "The support of the team gave me the confidence to not have to start from scratch, but to build on a solid foundation right away.

"The past six months have confirmed that the combination of entrepreneurship and the backup of a strong group was the right choice. You're not on an island here; you're part of an ambitious, international team where we really want the best for each other."

For Annelies, it's all about peace of mind and the powerful synergy between Belgium and Spain. No two cases are the same at Chapter; every story is unique. The success of Chapter Marbella rests on three pillars:

• No standard story: We believe in exclusive, personal guidance from A to Z. Thanks to a complementary team, all aspects of the case are covered. While Arnaud Bremans closely monitors the administrative and operational side, the entire team has the space to handle each case flawlessly, with integrity and completely tailored to the client's needs.
• Professional support: The strong back office in Belgium acts as a driving force behind the scenes. This allows Chapter Marbella to focus 100% on the customer. The result? A partner who takes the time to find the right match and build a relationship of trust that goes beyond the transaction itself.
• The power of the region: The expertise does not stop at the front door of the building. Knowledge of the Spanish region creates a vibrant story in which lifestyle and investment come together. In recent years, Malaga and the surrounding region have become the place to be for entrepreneurs and digital nomads. It has become a dynamic hub where innovation, a Mediterranean climate, and strategic accessibility meet.

With her "popcorn brain," always bubbling with creative ideas and innovative input, Annelies is exactly the type of entrepreneur that puts Chapter further on the map. Although the fundamental basis remains the same, Chapter Mabella deliberately distinguishes itself from Chapter Belgium: the culture and dynamics are fully tailored to the Spanish market. With Chapter, she has the freedom to run her own office, but also to share her vision.

She has the freedom to make her mark and pitch her creative concepts within the group, while at the same time benefiting from its marketing power and international network. It is this interaction between her fresh ideas and the group's experience that makes Chapter Marbella so unique. Whether it's a sunny second home or a permanent move to the Malaga region, Chapter Marbella translates its clients' dreams into a concrete and secure real estate story.

"I enjoy working with this amazing team every day. We have only just started, and the enthusiasm and energy have only grown," concludes Annelies.