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Home GuideEdremit Bay Residential Buying Guide 2026
A regional price analysis, transportation, lifestyle quality, and investment potential for those who want to own property in Edremit Bay.
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The advantages of olive grove investment in and around Edremit, the legal framework, and what to check before buying.
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FinancingSecure Payment at the Land Registry: Trusted Account and 1 Dec 2026
How does the Trusted Account let money and title change hands at the same time? The move to the mandatory secure payment system was postponed to 1 December 2026.
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Home GuideSelling a Home: Required Documents, Costs and the 2026 Changes
How does a home seller pay the title deed fee, what happens to the DASK policy, which taxes apply? A step-by-step seller checklist with the 2026 rule changes.
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RentingTenant Eviction: Legal Routes Under the Turkish Code of Obligations
On what grounds and within what periods can a landlord evict a tenant? TBK Arts. 347-355, need, eviction undertaking, two justified notices and mediation.
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FinancingHome Loan Loan-to-Value Ratio 2026: Energy Class and Brackets
With BDDK's 29.01.2026 decision, home loan ratios changed by home value and energy class. The maximum ratios for A-B, C and other classes are in this guide.
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Home GuideEarthquake Regulation and Risky Building Detection: Checks Before Buying
When did the Turkish Building Earthquake Code take effect, how is a risky building determined, how does it show in the title deed? A building-safety checklist.
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RentingTourism Rental Permit for Daily Rental Homes
A permit under Law No. 7464 is required to rent out your holiday home by the day or week. The application, the owners' decision and the penalties are in this guide.
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Home GuideHow to Check Title Deed, Parcel and Zoning Information: Step by Step
How to check a property before buying using TKGM Parcel Query, the e-Devlet Title Deed Information Query and municipal zoning records, explained step by step.
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LegalSelling Property to Foreigners and Citizenship Requirements 2026
What limits apply to foreigners buying property in Türkiye? The USD 400,000 citizenship requirement, the 3-year no-sale annotation and valuation report rules are here.
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Home GuideWhat Is a Property Valuation Report and When Is It Needed?
Which transactions require an SPK-licensed valuation report, how is it obtained, what does it contain? A summary for home loans, foreign sales and citizenship.
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InvestmentBuying Fields and Olive Groves: Checks Under Laws No. 5403 and 3573
When buying farmland or an olive grove: the subdivision ban, share-creation permission, viable-income land sizes in Edremit and olive grove area rules, compiled.
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TaxCapital Gains Tax When Selling a Home: The 5-Year Rule and 2026
Gains on a home sold before five years are taxed. The 2026 exemption is TL 150,000; the acquisition date and PPI indexation are explained using the GİB guide.
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TaxRental Income Tax 2026: Exemption, Declaration and Expense Methods
The residential rent exemption is TL 47,000 for 2025 and TL 58,000 for 2026. Who must file, the expense methods and the mortgage interest change are covered here.
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LegalShared Title Deeds and the Right of Pre-emption (Şufa): With the 2026 Changes
What is a shared title deed, what can co-owners do, how is pre-emption exercised? The new periods and the market-value rule in force since 25.12.2025 are here.
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Home GuideBuying a Home Without an Occupancy Permit: Risks and a Checklist
What can happen with utilities, the title deed, loans and rentals when you buy a home without an occupancy permit (iskân)? A risk list based on the law's articles.
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LegalCondominium Easement vs. Condominium Ownership: What Is the Difference?
Does the title deed say kat irtifakı or kat mülkiyeti? We explain what each record means, how it relates to the occupancy permit and what to check before buying.
Read MoreHome GuideBuying My First Home: From A to Z
A practical step-by-step roadmap for first-time home buyers: budget, location selection, financing, title deed.
Read MoreRentingWays to Rent Out Your Summer House
Maximize summer rental income with tips on platform selection, pricing strategy, and tax obligations.
Read MoreLegalTitle Deed Procedures 2026: Current Fees and Processes
Updated fees, documents required, and the title deed transfer process for 2026.
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LegalUrban Transformation in Balıkesir: Opportunities and Risks
Areas under urban renewal in Balıkesir, financial models, and what investors need to know.
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InvestmentAkçay Investment Apartment Guide
Best neighborhoods, returns, and selection criteria for investment apartments in Akçay.
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InvestmentVilla Investment: Detached vs. Gated Community
Pros and cons of detached villas versus those in gated communities for investment.
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Financing7 Common Mistakes in Home Loans
Critical mistakes to avoid when applying for a mortgage and how to prevent them.
Read MoreLegalReal Estate Commission: Legal Status in 2026
Official commission rates, payment obligations, and recent regulatory changes.
Read MoreLegalSite Management and Maintenance Fees: A Complete Guide
What you need to know about gated community management, common expenses, and dispute resolution.
Read MoreInsuranceDASK Guide for New Homeowners
Mandatory earthquake insurance: what it covers, how to obtain it, and 2026 premium rates.
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FinancingMortgage vs Cash: Which is the Right Choice?
Financial comparison: when does mortgage financing make more sense than cash payment?
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Home GuidePreferred Neighborhoods in Balıkesir
Premium residential neighborhoods in Balıkesir, average prices, and demographic profiles.
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InvestmentReal Estate Investment for Retirement
Best property types and locations for retirement income and security.
Read MoreLegalThings to Watch in a Rental Agreement
Important clauses, tenant rights, and pitfalls to avoid when signing a rental contract.
Read MoreLegalTitle Deed Records: Annotations and Mortgage Queries
How to check title deed annotations, mortgages, and liens before purchasing.
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Home GuideNew vs Used Apartment: Which to Choose?
Comparison of pros and cons between brand new and resale apartments.
Read MoreHome Guide10 Critical Checks Before Buying a Home
Technical, legal, and financial checks every buyer should make before signing.
Read MoreLegalBuying New from Contractor: Contract Essentials
Critical clauses, guarantees, and protections in pre-construction sales contracts.
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