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In 2022-2023, there was a significant increase in demand for real estate in Turkey, leading to the emergence of many real estate agents without licenses. This trend carries a number of risks for potential buyers and sellers of real estate, which should be taken into account before collaborating with...
Buying property in Turkey often seems like a straightforward process: choose an attractive residential complex, a sea view, and a suitable price. In reality, however, most disappointments are not related to the apartment itself, but rather to the choice of location, infrastructure, and the buyer’s o...
Just a few years ago, many foreigners purchased property in Turkey primarily to obtain a residence permit. For some, it was a backup plan; for others, an opportunity to live by the sea; and for many, a way to secure their family’s future. Today, however, the situation has changed. Before purchasing...
Antalya and Fethiye are among the most popular destinations in Turkey for foreigners considering relocation, property investment, or life by the sea. However, despite sharing a Mediterranean climate, the lifestyle in these two cities is remarkably different. Many buyers begin their property search b...
There are places people choose with their minds. And there are places they choose with their lifestyle. Fethiye belongs to the second category. Many visitors come here for the first time on holiday. Some rent a yacht for a week, others set off to explore the bays, while some simply stay in a seaside...
When people talk about moving to the seaside, buying property, or making investments, the conversation usually revolves around numbers. How much does the apartment cost? What rental yield can it generate? How far is it from the beach? What taxes will need to be paid? But almost nobody talks about wh...
When people say they are afraid of buying property abroad, they rarely reveal the real reason. Instead, they say: — “Now is not the right time.”— “I need to think about it a bit more.”— “The market is too uncertain.” But behind all these phrases, there is usually one underlying fear: “What if, in a...
When it comes to investing in Antalya real estate, many people immediately start looking at the cheapest properties on the market. Experienced investors, however, know that the purchase price is not the most important factor. What matters is how easily the property can be sold several years from now...
Most people begin their villa search the same way. They open property listings and look at the photos. A beautiful swimming pool. Floor-to-ceiling windows. A spacious terrace. A stunning sea view. It seems like these are the most important things. In reality, they are not. The biggest mistake when c...
When people choose a property, they usually pay attention to completely different things. The view from the window. The distance to the sea. The swimming pool. The layout. The price. And almost nobody asks the most important question: “How will the transaction itself be handled?” This is where most...
I’ll be honest. When I first heard about the Güvenli Ödeme (“Secure Payment”) system, I was skeptical. Any change in transaction procedures usually raises questions—especially when it involves real estate and large amounts of money. But later, I personally experienced this system while purchasing a...
Many property owners in Turkey have heard the phrase: “You need to increase the cadastral value before selling.” This often raises two immediate questions: Why is it necessary? How much will it cost? In reality, for most sellers, the main concern is not the title deed transfer fee (TAPU fee), but th...
When choosing a property for rental income, many buyers start with the wrong question. The question is not “1+1 or 2+1?” The real question is: “What is the purpose of this investment?” If your goal is to generate rental income for several years and then sell the property at a profit, the most import...
When people choose a property, the debate usually sounds the same. Some believe that only new developments are worth buying: modern engineering systems, contemporary layouts, swimming pools, fitness centers, and the reassurance of being the first owner. Others argue, “Why wait for construction to fi...
Not to buy. Not even to choose. Just to see what’s out there. Twenty minutes later, you have 36 tabs open: one with a beachfront apartment, another with a mountain villa, a third with luxury residences in Dubai—and somewhere in between, you’ve somehow started looking at yachts that were never part o...
Over the years of working with investors and property buyers, I’ve noticed one interesting pattern. People with little experience often search for the perfect property. People with significant wealth search for a good property. The difference may seem small, but it often determines the final outcome...
When people think of Turkey, most still picture beaches, hotels, and a two-week vacation. But the real estate market has long been operating by a different set of rules. Over the past 30 years, Turkey has evolved from a holiday destination into one of the world’s most accessible international real e...
Almost every buyer starts with the same thought: “I want a beautiful sea view.” But the real estate market is far more complex than that. The very same sunset can be a source of rental income, a way to preserve wealth, or simply a beautiful picture outside your window. That’s why choosing a location...
When people consider buying property abroad, most focus on the price. Experienced investors look at something else. They look at the rules of the game. In Turkey, investors receive full ownership rights that are officially registered in the state land registry. A property can be sold, gifted, or pas...
1. Property Tax Emlak Vergisi — Property Tax This tax is paid by all owners of apartments, villas, land plots, and commercial properties. The applicable rate depends on the type of property and its cadastral value. In major cities such as Antalya, Istanbul, and Izmir, the tax rate is generally highe...
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