Property in Turkey

A lot has been going on in Alanya over the last couple of years, and for a long period seller was king and the market belonged fully to the sellers.   Those times are over and the buyers have again gained a good position in the market, leaving us with a market dominated equally between seller and buyer.   So for those who are potential buyers, here are our recommendations for key points that you should definitely keep an eye on:   Pricing   Some sellers still believe that they can sell for the same price as last year when the market peaked. Be careful that you buy at market price, not at a overprice based on last years market.   Off plan vs ready build   The upward trend has increased the number of new constructions significantly. Many of these constructions are done by newly established constructors. When choosing a off plan property please only do so in close collaboration with a market professional that can clearly point out the risks related to this. Do...

  Just a few kilometres of the coast of Turkish resort town Kaş you will find a small Greek island named Kastellorizo.   For those looking do to something different this is a good and exiting opportunity, and everyday small ferry boats sail the 7 kilometres between Turkish Kaş and Greek Kastellorizo.   Once on the island there is not much to do, but definitely enough for keeping your entertained for a couple of days.   The sea is crystal clear, the marina is cosy with many fish restaurants and just wandering around the old town and beautifully painted houses is worthwhile.   For the more adventurous, there are great hiking trails on the upper plateau and a boat trip to a gloving and hidden cave.   So here are our best tips for visiting Kastellorizo.   Getting there Several ferry companies sail between Kaş and Kastellorizo. We used Meis ferry boat and it worked quite well.    Accommodation Accommodation on the island is limited and the price r...