SimplyTR Journal

Istanbul rose from 106th to 64th in Oxford Economics' 2026 Global Cities Index. Its stronger economic ranking and world-class human capital help explain the 42-place climb.

A practical guide for foreign buyers comparing offices, shops and other commercial property in Turkey, including title checks, taxes, income risk and citizenship eligibility.

Çeşme's 2026 market in one read: a ₺141,400/m² district average, 3.6–4.1% gross rental yields, the neighbourhood price ladder, the 100-day short-term rental rule, and how the $400,000 citizenship route works here.

Turkey's Secure Payment System becomes mandatory on 1 October 2026. How escrow works, the 1 July postponement, what changes for foreign buyers, and how it links to EİDS.

A common concern for investors is the 'aging out' of dependent children. This case study explores whether a child who turns 18 after the application is submitted still qualifies for Turkish citizenship alongside their parent.

Complete 2026 investment guide to Alanya, Antalya: current prices per m², gross rental yields, transport and daily life, the $400K citizenship threshold, and Alanya vs Konyaaltı for foreign investors.

Can five apartments be combined to meet Turkey’s $400,000 real-estate citizenship threshold? This anonymized case explains the value, payment, title and three-year restriction checks.

Kağıthane district guide 2026: airport metro, urban transformation, property prices, rents, 7–8% gross yield, citizenship threshold, and building checks.

10-point apartment viewing checklist for Istanbul buyers: EİDS verification, Tapu owner check, earthquake compliance, İskân, building condition, sea view claims, aidat, and full cost calculation.

EİDS (Elektronik İlan Doğrulama Sistemi) guide for foreign buyers: mandatory listing verification since Feb 2026, how it works, who can publish, fines, and the deposit-safety checklist.