SimplyTR Journal

Can GYO shares qualify for Turkish citizenship in Turkey? This guide explains the difference between direct property ownership, GYO shares, KAP valuations, WebTapu and applicant-level eligibility risks.

Before paying a deposit on a tenanted apartment in Turkey, check the lease you will inherit, the income being paid and the evidence behind any promise of vacant possession.

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

Turkey's Ministry of Trade has announced 1 December 2026 as the new mandatory start date. Check payment coverage, bank readiness and the title deed process before sending funds.

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.

Under-declaring the Turkish title deed price now carries a 100% penalty on the unpaid 4% fee, plus late interest. Learn how MEVA detects it and how VUK 371 remorse can fix it.

Sell your Turkish property remotely with a power of attorney. POA steps, Tapu transfer, 5-year capital gains tax exemption, and transferring sale proceeds abroad — complete 2026 guide.

TÜİK July 2026 data analysis: 2,120 foreign home sales, 11,203 seven-month total (lowest since 2017), what the plateau means for buyers, negotiation leverage and the outlook.

Complete guide to Turkey's annual property tax (emlak vergisi) for foreign owners: 2026 rates, tax value calculation, payment schedule, exemptions, and common mistakes.