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Our pick of the top seafront homes in Istanbul

Seafront property in Istanbul. Rare as hen's teeth, and expensive, right? The first is correct, but the second isn't always the case. Property Turkey director Cameron Deggin walks us through some the last remaining seafront complexes in Istanbul. Ideal for investors and lifestyle buyers, these homes will offer a superb lifestyle while accumulating tidy capital gains.

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2019-October-16

Last chance saloon: Istanbul seafront homes

Istanbul's shoreline is dotted with historic mansions. Yali, built during the Ottoman era, are sumptuous, imposing homes - with price tags to match. However, you don't need to spend millions to obtain seafront property in Istanbul. But your chances to do so are diminishing. Cameron Deggin takes us a tour to the last chance saloon.

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2019-September-02

Why investing in Valley of Life could be the smartest move you make

With the Valley of Life in its backyard, Vira Istanbul is highly sought after by professional families. In well-connected Beylikduzu, the modern development has all the bells and whistles plus access to a developing green corridor. Discover why investing in a sought-after family location could be the smartest move you make this decade.

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2019-August-26

What’s happening to the Turkish Lira?

The Turkish Lira has been on a turbulent ride the last few years, gripping Turks and emerging economies with a financial interest in the country, falling by 42% since the beginning of 2018 alone. What's happening to the Turkish Lira in 2019? We explore the reasons for the Lira crisis and what it means for investors in Turkey.

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2019-May-18

How to get citizenship in Turkey by investing in property

Citizenship is on offer for foreign first-time buyers investing in Turkish property. But how do you actually obtain citizenship? Which properties are eligible? Should you opt for commercial over residential property? We explain the ins and outs of what we know of the new law and explain the best options for anyone seeking the investment route to Turkish citizenship.

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2017-August-01

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

An ABC guide for Istanbul real estate virgins

Bomonti, Bostanci, Kadikoy and Eyup: to outsiders these Istanbul suburbs don't mean much. To us, however, they represent fortunes made - or lost - in Istanbul's fast-moving property market. Learn the kind of insider information that sets us apart from our competitors, and creates wealth and opportunity for our investors.

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2018-October-30

City vs sun: choosing the right investment spot

Investing in property will always be a head-over-heart purchase. However, that doesn't mean to say that buying a Turkey home as an investment is all about business: Cameron Deggin tells us the ins and outs of investing in a home on Turkey's south coast, versus opting to invest in Turkey's biggest city, Istanbul.

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2018-July-01

An Introduction to Turkish Property Law for Foreigners

Knowing the basics of Turkish property law is essential for anyone thinking of buying a home in the country. This will help safeguard your interests, but also ensure that after you’ve chosen your new home, you can stay involved with the legal process of applying and signing for your title deeds. This blog answers all the questions you need to know before buying real estate in Turkey.

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2018-June-25

Shore thing: our pick of Istanbul's best seaside areas

In Istanbul, there's sea views at every turn. The gleaming Bosphorus, the bustling Golden Horn waterway, the Marmara Shore and the Black Sea have long been a focus for day trippers, as have Istanbul sea view properties, which are highly sought after by investors and lifestyle buyers alike. Join us for a tour of Istanbul's best sea view properties.

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2018-April-17

4 Excellent Reasons to Invest in Turkey

Whether it is real estate or business, anyone looking to invest in Turkey will be pleasantly surprised with the massive range of opportunities available. Gone are the days when real estate purchases were haphazard and shrouded in confusion and legal loopholes. The days when foreign investors were second class to Turkish professionals have also been laid to rest. Turkey has revolutionised its foreign investor sector to become one of the most competitive markets in the world.

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2018-April-14

A buyer asks: How to find the right Istanbul property?

We get a lot of questions at Property Turkey, and perhaps the most common query is: how can I get everything I want in a lifestyle property, as well as ensuring a nest egg for the future? Our Istanbul expert Murad fields a question from Roberto, a potential buyer from Italy, looking for an investment property that's also ideal for a young family.

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2018-March-07

Buying property in Turkey using Crytocurrency?

Bitcoin is taking over the world. Since its 2009 inception, the cryptocurrency has grown in value and popularity so that now it can be used to purchase anything from food to flights. Always eager to embrace new technologies, Property Turkey now offers a selection of properties available for purchase with Bitcoin. Director Cameron Deggin explains why the company is embracing Bitcoin.

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2018-February-19

The Mega Projects of Turkey

As defined in their 2023 vision plan, Turkey has a goal to be one of the top performing economies in the world. Given that just 20 years ago, it was drastically underperforming, it is a big target to set. However, the Turkish government has a strategic game plan and they are the mega projects of Turkey, an impressive portfolio consisting of roughly 100 transport, energy and infrastructure endeavours, exceeding a construction cost of 100 billion USD.

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2018-January-24

What is Turkey’s 2023 Vision Plan?

For many people, the year 2023 will be important for Turkey. Not only because it will be the 100th anniversary of the formation of the Turkish Republic but also because the AKP ruling government have set themselves an impressive set of targets to achieve by this deadline. The records break down into specific categories focusing on the economy, energy, foreign policy, healthcare, transport and tourism.

economy investment
2018-January-22

How Chinese and Turkish Relations Will Grow in 2018

Much of Turkey’s success in recent years and its strength to bounce back from disastrous situations has been its global alliances. The strategic plan to form diplomatic relationships with several countries around the globe includes courting the Chinese, who just happen to have the world’s second-biggest economy and largest population count. The reasons for doing this are plentiful, and it all starts with the Belt and Road Initiative.

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2018-January-18

5 reasons to invest in Basin Ekspres property in 2018

Basin Ekspres property is no longer Istanbul’s best kept secret. The region on Istanbul’s European side has well and truly come into its own, with quality housing developments and improved infrastructure. We explain why real estate investors should look to Basin Ekspres in 2018 - which will mark the last year of incredible bargains to be found in the area.

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2017-December-19

Double-digit growth turns Turkey into world leader

Turkey’s third-quarter growth has surpassed all predictions. The economy expanded by 11.1 percent between July and September, putting the country ahead of giants China and India and putting growth on track to top 6.5 percent. Thanks in part to structural reforms and investor incentives, the economic growth bodes well for continued economic success in 2018.

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2017-December-14

How Turkey Transitioned from Traditional to Contemporary Architecture

To insiders who know Turkey well, the last twenty years has seen a slow shift in social trends. With the GDP growing every year, people’s lifestyles, tastes, wants and needs have changed dramatically. The emphasis now is more on comfort, enjoyment and enjoying the fruits of your labour. One industry that is partly responsible and partly benefits from the social changes is the real estate market. These days Turkish property buyers are changing the habits of their parents and grandparents when it comes to finding a home from home.

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2017-November-20

Discover the Golden Horn, Istanbul’s best-kept investment secret

Tourists generally favour Istanbul's old city, with its incredible monuments and well-worn attractions. However, the developing neighbourhoods along Istanbul's historic Golden Horn are about to give the city's established visitor haunts a run for their money: as investment in the area transforms the face of the Golden Horn, the area is becoming a hub for culture and art. Investors looking for an entry-level option in the fast-moving Istanbul market now have Golden Horn property firmly on their radar.

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2017-November-14