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Expert insights on Turkish citizenship, luxury real estate, and the lifestyle you deserve.

Turkey Real Estate Sales Record 2025: Why Locals Are Buying While You Wait
Real Estate
2/3/2026
Hamit Ekşi

Turkey Real Estate Sales Record 2025: Why Locals Are Buying While You Wait

Turkey real estate sales reached a record 1.68 million units in 2025. Learn why local demand is surging and what this trend means for international investors.

Property Sales to Foreigners Hit a 9-Year Low: What Does It Mean for You?
Real Estate
2/3/2026
Hamit Ekşi

Property Sales to Foreigners Hit a 9-Year Low: What Does It Mean for You?

Property sales to foreigners in Turkey have reached a nine-year low. Learn why this market shift creates a unique opportunity for serious real estate investors.

The Turkey Title Deed Secure Payment System (TapuTakas)
Real Estate
1/18/2026
Hamit Ekşi

The Turkey Title Deed Secure Payment System (TapuTakas)

Discover how the TapuTakas system protects your investment when buying property in Turkey by ensuring a secure and simultaneous exchange of funds and title deeds.

Dealing with Delayed Property Delivery in Turkey: Understanding Your Rights
Real Estate
1/24/2024
Hamit Ekşi

Dealing with Delayed Property Delivery in Turkey: Understanding Your Rights

Discover your legal rights when facing a delayed property delivery in Turkey and learn how to claim compensation for your investment losses with expert guidance.

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Real Estate
6/29/2022
Hamit Ekşi

Foreigners Prefer Turkey’s Coastline for Real Estate

Foreign investors are increasingly choosing Turkey's coastal regions for summer homes and long-term investments due to the country's growing global appeal.

Turkey Real Estate for Foreigners 2026: Your Guide
Real Estate
6/16/2022
Hamit Ekşi

Turkey Real Estate for Foreigners 2026: Your Guide

A practical guide for foreign buyers in Türkiye, including ownership checks, purchase steps, costs and the current USD 400,000 citizenship-by-property threshold.

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Real Estate
6/10/2022
Hamit Ekşi

Residence Demand of Foreigners in Istanbul and Antalya: Neighborhood Quota Lifted in June 2026

Turkey lifted the closed-neighborhood quota on 10 June 2026, including in Istanbul. Learn how the 2022–2025 restrictions shifted foreign residence demand to new districts — and how to check e-ikamet before you apply.

Mandatory Currency Exchange for Property in Turkey: 2026 Guide
Real Estate
4/14/2022
Hamit Ekşi

Mandatory Currency Exchange for Property in Turkey: 2026 Guide

This guide explains the mandatory currency exchange process for foreigners buying real estate in Turkey to ensure your investment complies with 2026 regulations.

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Real Estate
3/18/2022
Hamit Ekşi

Automatic Appraisal in Turkey: How Valuation Affects Foreign Buyers and Citizenship

Automatic real estate valuation processes have caused significant sales losses for foreign investors. Learn how these appraisal issues impact your citizenship goals.

Residence by Property or Investment in 2026: 9 Countries to Compare
Real Estate
2/26/2022
Hamit Ekşi

Residence by Property or Investment in 2026: 9 Countries to Compare

Explore 12 countries that grant residence permits to foreign investors through real estate purchases or business investments to secure your future abroad.

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