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Lilia Altop

Founder & Executive Director

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Company director and real estate expert

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Everything you need to know about the cadastral value of real estate in Turkey

The cadastral value of real estate is one of the most important terms for all home buyers in Turkey. It serves as the basis for calculating taxes, state fees, and other official charges. Understanding the mechanisms behind the cadastral value and its impact on various a...

27 October 2025

How to Choose a Real Estate Agency in Turkey: An Expert Guide

For most foreign investors, purchasing real estate in Turkey is not only an opportunity to preserve and grow their capital but also a way to obtain residency or even citizenship. However, a lack of knowledge of local legislation, a language barrier, and the specific nat...

26 September 2025

The best areas of Alanya for living with children: an expert guide

Alanya has long ceased to be just a resort destination. Today it is a full-fledged city for life, which is chosen by thousands of families from all over the world. The Mediterranean climate, developed infrastructure, quality education and affordable prices for real esta...

How to Check a Developer in Turkey: 7 Red Flags

Türkiye remains one of the attractive destinations for real estate investment among foreign buyers. Favorable climate conditions, developed tourist infrastructure, relatively affordable prices and programs for obtaining a residence permit and citizenship are the main fa...

Top 10 Most Important Questions About Buying Property in Turkey

Every year, thousands of foreigners choose Turkey not only as a vacation spot, but also as a country for profitable real estate investments. However, before buying, many questions arise: how to arrange everything correctly, what risks to consider, what will happen to ta...

What is a numerate certificate in Turkey

Moving to Turkey, buying real estate or even renting a home for a long period of time – all this cannot be done without drawing up a number of documents. One of them, which foreigners often ask about, is a numerate. This certificate plays an important role in the proces...

Buying Property in Turkey Off-Plan: What Investors Should Consider

Investing in real estate in Turkey at the construction stage in 2025 is an opportunity to buy a property at a price below the market price and receive a high income from the growth in value. But behind the prospect of profit are dozens of factors that influence the succ...

Denial of Residence Permit in Turkey: Real Reasons

Obtaining a residence permit in Turkey is an important step for foreign citizens planning to live, invest or work in this country. However, recently the requirements of the migration authorities have become noticeably stricter, and the number of refusals has increased s...

Turkish citizenship in 2025: all the ways and nuances of obtaining

A Turkish passport opens up wide opportunities for foreigners: visa-free travel to dozens of countries, business prospects, and most importantly, stability and confidence in the future. But what do you need to obtain Turkish citizenship? What are the ways to legalize yo...

28 February 2025

Open and closed areas for residence permit in Turkey

When planning a move to Turkey, it is important to consider not only the climate, infrastructure, cost and characteristics of housing. One of the key factors is the possibility of obtaining a residence permit. In recent years, the country has introduced restrictions on...

01 February 2025

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How to extend your Turkish residence permit (Ikamet)

A Turkish residence permit is a document that allows foreign citizens to legally reside in the country for a long period of time, as well as to enter and leave its territory without any restrictions. Turkish ikamet is issued upon presentation of compelling reasons. Afte...

06 December 2024

What currency should Russians take with them to Turkey? Rubles, euros or dollars?

The Turkish Republic is a favorite vacation spot for Russian-speaking tourists, and in recent years, a favorable country for relocation. A wide choice of resorts, luxurious service, clean, well-maintained beaches, a variety of entertainment, exciting excursions and, of...

06 November 2024

e-Devlet (e-Devlet) in Turkey

The rapid development of information technology has already affected all spheres of society, including the work of government agencies. In many countries, authorities use information and communication innovations, creating so-called "electronic governments" to improve a...

06 November 2024

What is a duplex in Turkey

In Turkey, duplexes are two-level comfortable spacious apartments located within multi-story residential buildings. Two-level apartments are a fairly common type of layout solutions in the Turkish real estate market. Such objects can be found in almost any modern comple...

05 November 2024

Investments in Turkish real estate for Russians: advantages and pitfalls

Most housing market experts agree that investing in Turkish real estate is still relevant and is guaranteed to bring you the expected dividends in the future. But there are also those who urge investors: do not buy apartments in Turkey! So where is the truth? Let's figu...

05 November 2024

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How Russians can rent an apartment in Turkey and what is needed for this

Renting an apartment is a popular option in the Turkish housing market. Today, not only foreigners who have moved to the Turkish Republic for permanent residence prefer to rent apartments, but also tourists, since renting a home opens up new opportunities for independen...

05 November 2024

Areas of Alanya (Alanya): the best for living and recreation

In search of a comfortable place to live, a pleasant holiday or a quick return on investment in real estate, many foreigners focus their attention on Alanya. The Pearl of the Mediterranean includes areas with completely different conditions and atmosphere. From pictures...

What is Iskan in Turkey?

Iskan (pronounced "iskyan" or "isken," officially known as Yapı Kullanma İzin Belgesi) is the technical passport of a real estate property. In simple terms, it is the act of commissioning or the initial permitting documentation. Iskan is a legal confirmation that the bu...

What is TAPU in Turkey

TAPU (“Tapu Senedi̇”, “Turkish title”) is a document that gives full and undeniable ownership of real estate in Turkey. The owner of the property receives this document after the completion of the purchase and sale transaction. It is issued by th...

Real estate insurance in Turkey

Property Insurance in Turkey

Turkey is one of the most sought-after resort countries for purchasing real estate. However, as with any significant financial investment, it is important to ensure the insurance of your real estate property. This topic is particularly relevant for foreign investors who...

08 February 2024

Which city in Turkey is better to live in?

Choosing where to live is a decision that requires careful consideration. Türkiye, with its rich culture, wonderful climate and varied landscapes, offers many attractive cities for permanent residence. From major cities to cozy coastal cities, Türkiye offers p...

31 January 2024

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The most beautiful and interesting cities in Turkey

Türkiye is a country of contrasts, where history merges with modernity, and nature reveals its beauty with a variety of landscapes. This amazing paradise attracts foreigners not only from the point of view of recreation, but also presents a number of promising oppo...

26 January 2024

Dynamics of real estate prices in Turkey in 2024

The dynamics of real estate prices over the past two years shows that the cost of apartments in Turkey is growing faster than in most other countries. According to experts, next year Turkish housing will become more expensive. And there are really good reasons for this....

24 January 2024

Cost of utilities in Turkey

Buyers of real estate in Turkey should understand the costs of maintaining it in order to calculate their monthly budget in advance. In the Republic of Turkey, foreign homeowners bear the same utility costs as local residents. How much it costs to maintain an apartment...

22 January 2024

Aidat in Turkey - what is it?

When purchasing apartments in the Republic of Turkey, it is important to take into account not only their cost and the costs of completing the purchase and sale transaction, but also the constant maintenance costs. In particular, every owner should understand what aidat...

02 January 2024

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What does the layout of apartments 1+1, 2+1, 3+1 mean in Turkey?

Investments in Turkish real estate are becoming increasingly tempting for foreigners, given the advantages of this southern country. Turkey attracts with its favorable climate, gorgeous nature, ancient historical monuments, unique oriental culture and flavor, and the pr...

28 December 2023

Taxes on the purchase, sale and rental of real estate in Turkey in 2024

In Turkey, a country with a unique combination of oriental exoticism and European infrastructure, the acquisition of residential real estate is open to foreigners. The laws of this state provide equal conditions in the field of taxation for foreign investors and local r...

28 December 2023

Where is the best place to buy an apartment in Turkey in 2024?

The Republic of Turkey is a popular tourist and investment destination. According to international analytical companies, Turkey is experiencing the fastest growth in residential real estate prices. And this is one of the weighty arguments for foreign investors who want...

18 December 2023

Procedure for purchasing real estate in Turkey in 2024

Now many foreigners are interested in how to buy real estate in Turkey. And the point here is not so much about wide beaches and the azure Mediterranean Sea, but about a decent standard of living and quality houses and apartments at an affordable price. Of course, buyin...

30 November 2023

Turkish Identification Number (TIN)

Moving to another country inevitably leads to various administrative procedures. One of the primary issues for foreigners in Turkey is registering a unique tax identification number. This code is required for many transactions, from opening an account at a local bank to...

25 November 2023

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