Meet Thijs Kranenborg

Thijs is a Personal Property Advisor whose journey from the small town of Dronten to Spain’s vibrant east coast has shaped a distinctive, empathetic approach to property advisory. Rooted in Dutch directness, he blends reliability, unfiltered honesty and keen curiosity to ensure each client’s search is meticulously aligned with their real needs. Thijs’s background spans entrepreneurship, real estate marketing and hands-on advisory across the Valencia, Alicante and Costa Blanca North regions. Clients benefit from his ability to match their vision not simply with listings, but with homes and neighborhoods that elevate quality of life, always guided by pragmatic insight and unwavering perseverance.

A Foundation of Character

Thijs’s early upbringing instilled discipline and self-awareness, reinforced by respect for well-earned rewards. This foundation was strengthened by education in entrepreneurship and experiences where adaptability and honest reflection were indispensable. He remains dedicated to transparency, rational thinking and constant growth, honoring the lessons gained from both success and missteps. For Thijs, authentic guidance means never shying away from hard truths when they lead to better decisions.

Defining Life Moments

Launching a marketing agency and collaborating with real estate clients throughout Spain revealed how ingenuity and a willingness to challenge the status quo can redefine entire industries. Thijs’s evolution from service provider to trusted advisor emerged from recognizing the profound impact intentional, creative thinking has on guiding clients through life’s most important decisions.

A Day in Valencia

A perfect day for Thijs mixes city energy and coastal ease: morning coffee at a local cafe, a stroll through lively streets, productive meetings in the office and convivial dinners at world-class restaurants. Boxing and chess offer renewal and strategic clarity, while weekend trips around Spain provide fresh perspectives, all part of the diverse and vibrant life he shares with clients.

Professional Insight and Ethical Grounding

With certifications from RAICV and APIAL, Thijs pairs strong technical knowledge with practical, hands-on market insight. Experiences at every level, from family agency reception to leading his own boutique, have gifted him an acute instinct for negotiation, opportunity and risk. Backed by a carefully curated network of legal, tax and design professionals, Thijs ensures every client receives comprehensive strategy and flawlessly executed service, tailored to their goals.

Clients and Services

Thijs guides a diverse portfolio of HNW buyers, primarily Dutch nationals with budgets between €500,000 and €2,000,000, alongside investors, family offices and corporations seeking opportunities in Valencia and the greater Costa Blanca. He delivers honest advice, property search and curation, strategic negotiation, and introductions to trusted partners for all auxiliary services. Thijs’s support is thorough, responsive and always aligned with each client’s vision, from first inspiration to final signatures.

Why Personal Property Advisory Matters

For Thijs, the advisory role is about transformative partnership. He thrives on helping clients articulate a vision far beyond bedrooms and square footage, revealing atmospheres and spaces that genuinely enrich their lives. By staying steadfast to rationality and realism, Thijs empowers clients to make meaningful, confident decisions at every step.

What Clients Say

Clients thank Thijs for his persistence, honest guidance and creative suggestions, appreciating how closely he listens and the way he navigates unanticipated possibilities. Many celebrate his success in guiding them toward neighborhoods and homes they would never have previously considered, always with an eye for lasting satisfaction.

Insider Knowledge of Valencia

Thijs recommends exploring the hidden corners of the Turia Gardens and savoring authentic horchata in Alboraya. These less-traveled gems, alongside his local dining and community recommendations, reveal a Valencia built on tradition, flavor and sense of belonging.

When I’m Not Advising Buyers...

In his free time, Thijs pursues boxing, chess and travel, activities that balance focus, strategy and renewal. This discipline and curiosity inform his client relationships, ensuring he remains attentive, creative and always open to new approaches.