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Property Turkey's blog is designed to give you an insight into all things Turkish, including tips about life in Turkey, Turkish culture, economic & political matters and how to get the best out of your home and investment. Showcasing many case studies of those who invested and/or moved to Turkey and integrated into the Turkish lifestyle, this blog is your informative guide for all you need to know about making the big move overseas to Turkey. 


Focusing on the main hotspots of Bodrum, Antalya, Fethiye, Kalkan, Istanbul, Kas, Side, and more - you can expect us to blog weekly about the latest trends, case studies and news coming out of the top cities in Turkey. Also expect several investment tips and hot tips for real estate and properties that are hot and ready to sell now. 

The complete Checklist for Moving to Turkey

moving to turkey life in turkey / 2021-October-18

The complete Checklist for Moving to Turkey

This checklist for moving to Turkey aims to help anyone make a smooth transition from their home country to their new abode. Every year, increasingly more foreigners move here, and the lure is easy to understand. From the gorgeous climate to long, sandy stretches of beaches, the welcoming Turkish hospitality and society, foreigners find it easy to settle in.

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How to get Married in Turkey for foreigners

tourism in turkey / 2021-October-18

How to get Married in Turkey for foreigners

This guide aims to help foreigners know how to get married in Turkey. The country, one of the world's top beach holiday destinations, is also on the radar for engagements, marriages, honeymoons, and anniversaries. From the mystical landmarks of Istanbul to the Mediterranean's romantic ambience, couples can choose from many locations.

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Famous Villages in Turkey to Visit and Live

culture life in turkey / 2021-October-08

Famous Villages in Turkey to Visit and Live

The vast list of famous, pretty villages in Turkey is an excellent way to get to know this lovely country's heart, culture, and traditions. From Northern plateau regions to Mediterranean fishing villages, you could spend a lifetime exploring them and always be delighted at the beauty they portray. Many also still adhere to timeless, age-old Turkish culture, as seen in architecture, daily life, and the welcoming hospitality of locals.

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Nine Things To Know About Turkish Culture

culture life in turkey / 2021-September-29

Nine Things To Know About Turkish Culture

The gateway between the Middle East and Europe, a vast and diverse country, Turkey stands at a crossroads of cultures and traditions solidified over hundreds of years of different empires and influences resulting in a huge variety of customs and local traditions that you should be aware of depending on where abouts in the country you find yourself. Highlighting the key differences between Turkey and what you come to expect as the norm back home, we blog to make your move to Turkey easier, your purchase of a house smoother, and your transition into life in Turkey a seamless and easy process. Think we have missed something from our list? Comment and let us know your experiences of culture in Turkey. 

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Istanbul's long-dry fountains are bubbling to life, providing free water for residents

/ 2021-September-23

Istanbul's long-dry fountains are bubbling to life, providing free water for residents

What the Romans began, with their network of aqueducts and reservoirs, ended when plastic bottles of water came to the fore. Now, cities are once again turning to public drinking fountains, and Istanbul is at the forefront of the revolution, with hundreds of Ottoman water fountains being restored to provide free water to residents.

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Why Foreigners Like Living in Alanya

tourism in turkey / 2021-September-14

Why Foreigners Like Living in Alanya

These days, many foreigners like living in Alanya, Turkey. A previous newspaper report by Daily Sabah said that there were 31,500 foreigners of 82 different nationalities living there all year round at the last count. Alanya Foreigners Council, established 15 years ago to make sure the foreigners who make up 10% of the population could fit into the community, released the stats.

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How Good is a Turkish Passport? How to get one?

life in turkey , Turkish Citizenship by Investment / 2021-September-14

How Good is a Turkish Passport? How to get one?

When assessing how good is a Turkish passport, we turned to an authority ranking system to find out. The Henley Passport Index compares passports worldwide to rank according to the number of visa-free destinations. Currently, they say Turkey ranks 56th globally out of 200 passports for nationalities across the globe.

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Is Turkey Good for Expats?

life in turkey , moving to turkey retiring to turkey / 2021-September-07

Is Turkey Good for Expats?

If you are asking is Turkey good for expats, a good place to look is TUIK stats. TUIK is the Turkish Statistical institution, and they collect information from around Turkey, including how many foreigners live here. In 2020, just over 2 and half million foreigners resided in Turkey. They comprised of more than 100 nationalities. That says a lot that all these people choose Turkey as their home.

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Is Antalya in Turkey a Good Place to Live?

antalya , life in turkey tourism in turkey / 2021-September-07

Is Antalya in Turkey a Good Place to Live?

When people ask us whether Antalya is a good place to live, we need only look at current stats to see it is. Thousands of expats living in Antalya - Turkey, make it a multicultural destination comprised of different nationalities. It is the number one destination for retired expats and ranks in the top three positions where foreigners buy property in Turkey.

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The five Turkish villages you'll have all to yourself this autumn

tourism in turkey / 2021-August-26

The five Turkish villages you'll have all to yourself this autumn

Not everyone likes the frenetic summer crowds, which is why many people decide to travel off season. These same travellers might argue Turkey's at its best just after summer: it's quiet, but still warm, allowing you to explore the area's attractions in comfort - and without the crowds. Discover five quiet villages you'll have all to yourself this autumn.

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The Pros and Cons of Turkish citizenship

Turkish Citizenship by Investment / 2021-August-18

The Pros and Cons of Turkish citizenship

If you are wondering about the pros and cons of Turkish citizenship, rest assured there are more benefits, and there are quite a few ways to receive citizenship. These are by marriage after three years, birthright, business investment programme, long term residency and real estate investment. In this article, we discuss the Turkish citizenship by real estate investment program.

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Is Turkey a Good Place to Live?

life in turkey moving to turkey / 2021-August-18

Is Turkey a Good Place to Live?

In our line of work, many clients ask us if Turkey is a good place to live? We always answer yes. We love living here and always endorse Turkey as an ideal place to retire. Do not just take our word, though. To date, Turkey is home to thousands of expats. While working expats tend to head to large cities like Istanbul, Izmir and Ankara, retired expats mainly settle in Aegean and Mediterranean coastal resorts.

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How to avoid high-season prices in Turkey

bodrum tourism in turkey / 2021-August-12

How to avoid high-season prices in Turkey

As the summer reaches a peak, so do prices in Turkey. Keen to eke out every possible dollar from holidaymakers, restaurants, taxis and shopkeepers keep their prices high or add mysterious charges. From cafes to sunbeds, we give you a rundown on how to avoid the worst of the price rises when you're on holiday in Turkey.

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Being an Expat in Turkey: Guide to Living Here

life in turkey moving to turkey / 2021-August-11

Being an Expat in Turkey: Guide to Living Here

If you are thinking of being an expat in Turkey, congratulations on choosing a wonderfully diverse country with much to offer. Turkey has attracted thousands of working and retired expats who live in many towns, cities, and villages. The variety of nationalities is also significant. Germans, Russians, Brits, Europeans, Asian and Middle Eastern nationalities living in Turkey.

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Our Izmir Guide: Part of the About Turkey Series

tourism in turkey / 2021-July-28

Our Izmir Guide: Part of the About Turkey Series

Welcome to our Izmir Guide for travellers. Whether this is your first visit or a repeat, going to Izmir is something every tourist should put on their bucket list. Sitting on the western coast of Turkey, in the Aegean area, Izmir is Turkey's third-largest city. For decades, its reputation as a forward thinker and leader of trends has put it on the map.

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Is it Easy to Find a Job in Turkey?

life in turkey moving to turkey / 2021-July-28

Is it Easy to Find a Job in Turkey?

While many of our clients are retired, wannabe expats, younger generations often ask if it is easy to find a job in Turkey. Many foreigners want to work in the country and live here all year round. Before 2000, anyone could get on a plane and work in a bar or restaurant the next day. In the years to follow, Turkey tightened up and started deporting and fining foreigners without a work permit, and by receiving cash in hand, they were not paying taxes and had no healthcare coverage.

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How To Obtain Turkish Citizenship by Investment?

Turkish Citizenship by Investment , real estate investment / 2021-July-22

How To Obtain Turkish Citizenship by Investment?

Many people want to know how to obtain Turkish Citizenship, and the lure is easy to understand. In the last 20 years, Turkey implemented many chances via investment to boost its international reputation. These all stemmed from the country’s 2023 vision program, implemented to transform the economy, the housing market, investment business sectors, healthcare, and general standard of living.

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Six things you'll find hard to get used to in Turkey

life in turkey moving to turkey / 2021-June-24

Six things you'll find hard to get used to in Turkey

Moving countries is exciting. New food to discover, new neighbourhoods to explore. But there's also the uncertainty of negotiating the strange new customs and sights of your new home. We outline a few things you might not know about Turkey, from its obsession with cay (tea) to its ubiquitous fountains.

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Is Turkey a Good Place to Retire?

life in turkey , moving to turkey retiring to turkey / 2021-June-20

Is Turkey a Good Place to Retire?

Sometimes clients ask, is Turkey a good place to retire? Having previously bought holiday homes here, they think about living in Turkey as retired expats when they finally give up work. Our answer is always the same. If you have funds and do not have to work, life in Turkey for foreigners is perfect. We need only look at people who already moved to see proof. The best places to live in Turkey include thousands of expats within their communities.

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How to Get a Turkish Passport by Buying Property

turkish economy , investment Turkish Citizenship by Investment / 2021-June-15

How to Get a Turkish Passport by Buying Property

If you are wondering how to get a Turkish passport by buying property, look no further. Turkey offers an investment program under Turkish citizenship law that brings you the passport, visa-free travel, and many other benefits at the same time. As an investment real estate agent with offices all over Turkey, we can guide you in the right direction when buying a house, making the application, and knowing what the passport gets you in return. This article covers the Turkish Citizenship by investment option, so all future citizens are fully knowledgeable in all aspects.

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