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BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER

A leading real estate agency in Valais, recognized in particular for its sales of prestigious properties, assisting a Swiss and international clientele in search of rare and exclusive assets.

Having successfully completed several hundred transactions and benefiting from a high-end international network, the agency has grown significantly since its creation, while preserving its local and family-oriented identity.

Founded and led by professionals from the region, BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER was established in Crans-Montana, with in-depth knowledge of its territory, its history, its real estate market, and above all, its people.

MORE THAN A DECADE BY YOUR SIDE. THANK YOU !

« For over 10 years by your side, we thank you for your trust: several hundred transactions completed, mainly in Central Valais; more than CHF 300 million in properties currently on the market; assets ranging from CHF 100,000 to CHF 30 million; and over 10,000 viewings carried out. »

MANAGEMENT TEAM

It is above all the story of a meeting: that of Carol Barras - née Scheuchzer - a graduate of the École hôtelière de Lausanne, and Derek Barras - a native of Crans-Montana - wealth manager at a major banking institution, bank director and executive in the high-tech sector. Both passionate about real estate, they have been leading the agency with dedication for over a decade, working together to offer each client a highly personalized service and an optimized presentation of properties for sale. Authenticity, discretion, courtesy and efficiency.
Derek Barras

Derek Barras

CEO

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BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER
Board Member, Director
Co-founder (2012)

CREDIT SUISSE (6 ans)
Member of Senior Management
Head of Credit Suisse, Montreux
Entrepreneurs & Executives Wealth Manager

VENTURE KICK (8 ans), EPFL Lausanne
Program Manager (startup funding)

Education

IMD, Lausanne

Certificate in Disruptive Innovation (DI)

HEG - University of Applied Sciences

BSc in Business Administration
Major in Entrepreneurship

USPI – Swiss Union of Real Estate Professionals
Certificate in Real Estate

SAQ - CWMA

Certified Wealth Management Advisor
Carol Barras

Carol Barras

CEO

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BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER
Director
Co-founder (2012)

LAUSANNE PALACE & SPA
Sales Manager

BANYAN TREE HOTELS & RESORTS, BARHEIN
Sales Coordinator

Formation

EHL, Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne
BSc in International Hospitality Management

VENTURELAB, Lausanne
Certificate in Entrepreneurship

USPI – Swiss Union of Real Estate Professionals
Certificate in Real Estate

LSE-PKU Summer Program, Beijing
Certificate, The New World Order : America, Asia, Europe

“We grew up here, we live here, and we have always been committed to the harmonious development of our region — not as a destination, but as a place to live.”

Professional member of the CIV
Partner of Crans-Montana Tourism
Qualified team (USPI & HES certified)
Partner developers & architects
Network of notaries & bankers

EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES AND A WIDE NETWORK

Each year, BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER completes numerous real estate transactions for its institutional and private clients in the Swiss Alps (VS) and along the Lake Geneva region. A significant part of our work therefore involves closely monitoring and analyzing markets, evolving trends and current developments.

Today, BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER benefits from an extensive portfolio of carefully selected properties and developments, a substantial database of buyers, and an exclusive network with leading developers and architects in the region. We are committed to doing everything possible to ensure your full satisfaction and to successfully achieve your real estate project.

A QUALIFIED AND DEDICATED TEAM, A VALUABLE ASSET

Our team benefits from extensive expertise across various areas of real estate, sales, marketing, financing and new technologies. Our responsiveness and commitment ensure an optimized sale of your property. Our team can manage all or part of the sales process, depending on the level of involvement you wish to delegate. Our company has also developed strong expertise in the enhancement and marketing of real estate developments. A rigorously applied winning strategy enables consistent returns on investment.

Looking to invest in real estate? The right property is defined by a combination of key factors such as location, rarity, quality of amenities, financing possibilities and profitability. We would be delighted to define a tailored search profile with you and support you throughout your next real estate transaction.

PRESS ARTICLES

⮕ Featured in « Le Nouvelliste »

⮕ Featured in « FORBES »

⮕ Featured in « Madame Figaro »

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

BARRAS & SCHEUCHZER and its team actively support the social, cultural, sporting and community fabric of the region through various projects and initiatives.

EXAMPLES :
- Renovation of the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard
- Various associations & foundations
- 100th anniversary of Ancienne Cécilia & Cécilia de Chermignon
- Brass band events
- Various classical concerts
- Annual ballroom dancing event
- Sports clubs

OUR REGIONS

Living in the Heart of Valais

Living in the Heart of Lake Geneva


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