Cost of living in Turkey Blog Posts

Where Expats Live in Turkey: Best Regions to Move

To know where expats live in Turkey, we need to break down the stereotyped profile. Generally, working expats head to big cities like Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara. Retired Western foreigners enjoy the Aegean and Mediterranean coastal holiday resorts. In contrast, Middle Eastern nationalities prefer conservative areas, such as Bursa.

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2014-December-11

Cost of Living in Turkey vs UK: 2026 Guide for Expats

If you are looking at the cost of living in Turkey versus the UK, the following is a general countrywide breakdown for both destinations. For a final analysis, remember to focus on specific locations. Just like in the UK, the cost of living in Turkey varies from the north to the east and from big cities to small towns.

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2015-March-09

10 Reasons to Pack Up and Move to Turkey

There are many reasons why people want to move to Turkey, and if you are considering it, you will find your own personal reasons, too. However, from Turkish people to beautiful coastal destinations, major cities, and the cultural heritage, everyone moves to Turkey for what they see is a better life.

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2013-August-16

Retiring and making a home in Antalya, Turkey

After making the move from Manchester to Side, Antalya, some 13 years ago, Stephen Wright knows more than most about what it's like to live and be an expat in Turkey. We ask Stephen all the questions that someone who is looking to retire in Turkey would want answering - including all the information and some pre-move tips to ease your move abroad, as well as a look at how life has changed for Stephen since he first made the move all those years ago.

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2015-March-02

Retire to low cost of living in Turkey

If you are looking to retire overseas and possibly invest in a home abroad, then look south, south-east Mediterranean, Turkey to be exact. Turkey has made vast improvements over the last twenty years and has become a fierce competitor for your retirement consideration. Turkey is a perfect place to make your new investment with tourism, low cost of living and openness to international buyers.

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2014-January-01

8 Useful things to know before moving to Turkey

Are you thinking of moving to Turkey? Or looking to spend a Turkish summer travelling? Before you go, have a read of our top things you wish you knew before stepping foot on this part of the world. We talk to veteran traveller and current Turkish expat Ulrike Bauer has lived in an impressive eight countries across four continents during her lifetime. The 62-year-old former teacher from Munich is currently finding home in Antalya City and we pick Ulrike’s brains and discover what people really need to know before they move to Turkey. Anyone thinking of buying a property in Turkey - this is a must read before you do, it could save you a lot of money and hassle.

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2014-May-29

The Istanbul Shopping Maze

From the historic Grand Bazaar, to some of the largest shopping malls in Europe, to some of the most famous shopping streets full of boutiques and antiques - Istanbul is a maze for shoppers and a delight for those who are looking to shop until you drop. Follow us on a journey, an expensive journey, through some of the best malls, avenues, and markets for shopping in Istanbul.

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2015-August-22

Turkey versus Spain for expats who want to retire

So the time has come, to hang up your work overalls, and spread your wings to pastures new. Envisioning a life abroad is nothing new. Expats have done it for decades, but many also face the hard choice of Turkey versus Spain for their new home abroad. The two have always been firm contenders but more so, in the last ten years.

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2020-August-31

Where Can I Retire in Europe? The Best Countries to Move To

If you are asking yourself where you can retire in Europe, narrowing down the choices of destinations is easy. There is nothing better than going on the suggestions of people who have already done it. Other factors to consider are your lifestyle preferences, quality of schooling if you have children, family activities, amenities, and healthcare.

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2020-June-26

Why Turkey’s Real Estate Market Attracts Foreign Buyers

Since 2002, Turkey’s real estate market has grown in popularity with foreigners who either seek a life in the sun or want an alternative method to build their investment portfolio. At the moment, while other industries struggle through current economic woes, the foreign housing market is at an all-time high. In September 2018, foreign property sales increased by a staggering 151 year on year.

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2018-November-14

Forget Silicon Valley: starting a business in Turkey

Low costs and a young population clamouring for goods and services mean Turkey makes a fantastic place to start your own company. Entrepreneurs are discovering the country that bridges east and west is a fertile ground for new ideas and innovation. Discover why Turkey is the ideal start up destination, and get a few tips to help you get started.

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2016-October-10

Seven mistakes people make when they move to Turkey

There are two types of people who move to Turkey: the planners, who spend time researching their new country and all their new lives will bring, and the impulsive, who dive in headfirst, making it up as they go along. Which group you belong to can greatly impact your chances in a new country. However, as much as you plan for the concrete there will always be a few things you hadn’t anticipated. We look at some of the most common mistakes people make when they move to Turkey - and how you can combat them.

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2015-August-15

Why you should buy a property in Calis, Turkey

Belonging to the Fethiye Peninsula, its nearby touristic attractions of the Blue Lagoon in Oludeniz or the ghost village of Kayakoy often overshadow its presence. Yet, British holidaymakers highly favour Calis, and it has turned into a pleasant expat destination. Reasons why property buyers chose Calis as their preferred place to relocate, are plenty - discover why Calis is one of our top picks for buying a holiday or permanent home in Turkey.

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2016-August-22

How to Get Internet Access in Turkey

When you've just landed in Turkey as a tourist, one of the first things you'll do is power up your phone and look for a signal. Likewise, one of the key must-haves for an expat is Internet access for keeping in touch with the family, for business, banking, or talking to friends. This blog takes a look at Internet in Turkey and how to get online when you arrive as a tourist or expat.

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2016-April-19

The top free things to do in Istanbul

Istanbul is crammed with quality free sites. You can feast your eyes on free art, or sit in a square and enjoy free music. You can explore parks where tulips nod in their thousands, or gaze upon Ottoman mosques, palaces or mansions. You can learn about a city’s history, or step inside the home of one of its most famous inhabitants. From museums to beaches, we have compiled a list of the very best cultural, historical and leisure attractions available to all in the city.

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2014-November-21

Managing a complex and property maintenance in Turkey

In this blog we take a look at the management of homes purchased in a complex - how are complex properties in Turkey managed and maintained? What is the easiest way to maintain a complex? This article provides you with all you need to know about management in Turkey.

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2013-August-29

How to find a property bargain in Turkey

Everyone loves a bargain, and that's no different when it comes to searching for real estate in Turkey. In this blog, we provide you with our total guide on how to find the best bargain properties available in Turkey. We also give some locations where you can find a few gems from time to time.

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2013-October-02