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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I would like to purchase a property in Turkey so what should I do? A: The essential fist step is to find the right agency to assist you in finding your ideal home then to give you the best advice and help throughout the buying process. There are many estate agents operating now in Altinkum, some registered and licensed and some not. It is in your best interests to use an agency that is licensed, and also to use a lawyer so that your rights are protected throughout the process. Crystal Homes Turkey is fully licensed and we advise that use you use the services of our appointed lawyers and a government certified legal translator in order to protect your interests. Crystal Homes Turkey will keep you updated and advised on the progress of your purchase until completion. -back- Q: Are there many British people purchasing properties in Turkey? A: Yes there are many British people buying property in Turkey . After the amendment in the constitution of Turkey regarding the selling of property to foreigners in February 2002, the number of British people buying property in Turkey has increased dramatically. The main reason for this is because the property prices in Turkey are substantially cheaper than that of the UK; moreover the climate, friendly people and the lovely culture are some of the many attractive reasons for buying now in Turkey. -back- Q: If I purchase a property in Turkey, will I have to come to Turkey often? A: If you purchase through Crystal Homes Turkey, we can manage the sale for you. Once the contract has been agreed and signed you would only need to come over to Turkey once. -back- Q: Will it be a good investment to buy a property in Turkey? A: Potentially, purchasing a property in Turkey is a great investment opportunity because prices are much cheaper than those in Europe. Since 2002 the average property price has increased already. Turkey is expected to enter the EU in the next few years, after this happens, we anticipate that the prices will increase even further. -back- Q: What is the average cost of a property in Turkey? What constitutes quality? A: The price of the property depends on many different factors such as location or the type of building. Currently prices start from around £16.000 up to £100.00+. As for the quality of the property, this is dependant on the individual builder and the property. There are government controlled regulations that builders are obliged to build to and progress of the building is regularly checked by government surveyors, much as in the UK. At Crystal Homes Turkey, we will point out all these factors to you and assist you in making the right choice of property for your needs. -back- Q: If I buy a property in Turkey, will this give me any citizenship or any citizenship rights? A: No, this does not give you immediate citizenship or rights to citizenship. A residency visa will be required upon entry to Turkey. A three month residency visa is available at the entry airport, or for longer periods of time a one to five year residency permit can be applied for from the Turkish Consulate in London prior to entry. Once here in Turkey, you will have to apply to the Aydin Police Headquarters for your residency permit to be ratified. -back- Q: If I have my own property in Turkey, how many times am I allowed to come to Turkey in a year? A: You may come to Turkey as many times as you wish providing you have all the necessary residency visas. -back- Q: Would Crystal Homes Turkey take care of my property when I am away? A: At Crystal Homes Turkey we have our property management service. We offer a comprehensive service including everything from property checks to security systems, from bill payments to cleaning services etc. For further details, see our property management page. -back- Q: What are the advantages of buying a property in Turkey rather than Spain or somewhere else? A: The biggest advantage is of course price. The prices of the properties in Turkey are much cheaper than the prices of the rest of Europe. Moreover the cost of living in Turkey is extremely low. So your money tends to go much further, combine this with Turkey’s fantastic climate and it’s a winning combination. -back- Q: What are the best times to come over? What is the weather like in winter? A: In the tourist areas of Turkey the season usually runs from May until October and this is the most popular time to take a holiday. However, it is possible to visit all year round if you wish to do so. In the winter months the climate is much warmer than Europe but it may rain heavily and frequently. -back- A: There are no NHS hospitals in Turkey. We have both government and privately owned hospitals. The private hospitals are generally 40% cheaper than their European counterparts, and the medical services are good with one to one patient care. You can also obtain private health insurance in Turkey if you are a permanent resident. Healthcare insurance is available in the UK for extended periods of time whilst you are here on holiday. -back- A : Both types of agency are perfectly legal. A licensed agency is one which pays tax to the government. These agencies are required to display their tax number certificate and they would generally work from an office or similar premises. A non-licensed agency would not have such a certificate on display and would tend to operate from non office locations such as bars, restaurants or hotels. Licensed agencies are certified by the Turkish Government and work on the basis of charging 3% commission. It is preferable to use a licensed agency in order for you to have the backing of the Turkish Government. Some licensed agencies, such as Crystal Homes Turkey operate from an office but also have advertising in affiliated restaurants or bars. -back- Q: If I have difficulties in the process of buying a property, would Crystal Homes Turkey help me? A: Crystal Homes Turkey have fully trained personnel, both Turkish and English who would guide you through the complete purchasing process anticipating any major problems and dealing with them immediately. We advise our clients that should any difficulties arise which we cannot deal with; they would have the support of their lawyer and the legal contract, which would be drafted with a clause to protect them in any such event. -back- Q: What currencies are accepted in Turkey? A: The standard currency in Turkey is the Turkish Lira, also widely accepted are US dollars, Euro and Sterling. -back- Q: Are the properties in Turkey freehold or leasehold? A: All the properties we sell are freehold as it is almost impossible to find leasehold property in Turkey. -back- Q: As I can not speak Turkish will I be able to understand everything and how will I communicate? A: Throughout the legal process on purchasing a property, Crystal Homes Turkey will advise you to use the services of a qualified and certified translator. At Crystal Homes Turkey we have our own certified translators to ensure that you have a complete understanding of the legal process and have a peace of mind. As for daily conversations, many Turkish people can speak and understand English. If you are planning to live in Turkey for any length of time it would be a good idea to learn a few basic words and phrases. Turkish people are delighted when you converse with them in Turkish, no matter how bad! -back- A: No, it is not an essential requirement when purchasing a property as everything can be done through the local land registry office, but at Crystal Homes Turkey, we only sell properties in conjunction with a lawyer to ensure all your legal rights under the guarantee. -back- A: A lawyer will represent your interests throughout the entire purchase of your property. A contract is drawn up between the seller and the buyer, which is checked thoroughly by both parties before signing. -back- Q: How long does it take for me to own the property? A: Any foreigner buying property in Turkey is subject to military checks before the title deeds are authorised. This process can take up to three months. -back- Q: How do the local Turkish people feel about foreigners buying property in their land? A: Most of the locals are very accepting of foreigners and they are keen to have a foreign neighbour. As it is known in all around the world, Turkish people are very famous for their hospitability. -back- Q: Who inherits our property if one of us dies? A: According to Turkish Civil Code, in the case of something like this, the property automatically goes to your heirs or to whomever you will it too. -back- Q: Can we take our money back to the UK if we sell our property? A: Yes certainly. If you sell your property in Turkey, you can take your money back to the UK without any problem. -back- Q: What are the tax implications for owning a house? A: There are some taxes that you have to pay in Turkey. The first one is buyer’s property tax. This is 1.5% of the whole price written on the title deed certificate and is payable when the title deed is passed to you. There is a community tax which is now incorporated into your water and electricity bills and property tax which is based on 0.5% of the property value and paid annually. -back- Q: Do I have to pay any charges if I own property in a complex? A: There is usually an annual charge for the properties located in a complex for maintenance of the pool, staff salaries and regular property maintenance. This charge would vary from complex to complex. Crystal Homes Turkey would advise you of any additional charges if you decide to buy a property on a site or complex. -back- Q: What voltage is the electrical supply? A: The supply in Turkey is 220 volts, your UK appliances will work perfectly well but you will have to change the UK plug or use an adapter. -back- Q: Is there a gas supply in Turkey? A: There is no piped gas in Turkey; however, bottled gas is freely available in most areas. -back- Q: Is the tap water drinkable? A: the tap water is drinkable but not recommended due to its high mineral content. It is recommended that you buy bottled water which is available everywhere in varying sizes and is very cheap to buy. -back- Q: Can we install satellite TV? A: Yes this is very common in Turkey. There are many to choose from, generally you can buy a system that provides channels in English. There are also monthly subscription packages at reasonable prices available from the major Turkish suppler, Digiturk. Crystal Homes Turkey can advise you and help you choose a system specific to your needs. -back- A: Yes you can have a phone and bills are payable monthly much the same as in the UK. -back- Q: How do mobiles operate in Turkey? A: Mobile phones work in exactly the same way as in the UK. You can choose “pay as you go” or a monthly subscription. Your British mobile will work perfectly well but for extended periods of time it is advisable to buy a Turkish SIM card. On some sophisticated phones it may be necessary to change the WAP settings in order for your UK mobile phone camera and email to work fully. -back- Q: Can I have a bank account in Turkey? A: Yes, you can open bank accounts in Turkey. Your passport will be required for this transaction. It is very easy to transfer funds from the UK to your Turkish account. Turkish interest rates are much higher than in the UK and you can get a very good return on any investment you make. -back- Q: Can we bring our furniture from abroad? A: Yes you can transport your own furniture to Turkey. There are many international removal companies that can handle this for you. Anything you import will be subject to customs checks and import tax and this can be quite expensive on telecommunications equipment such as TVs and stereo equipment. -back- Q: Can we bring our pets to Turkey? A: If you are planning to permanently reside in Turkey it is possible to bring your pets with you. There are extensive rules and regulations governing this and Crystal Homes Turkey can provide you with all the information you will need. Should you decide to take your pets back to the UK they will be subject to the UK current quarantine laws. -back- Q: What about buildings/contents/earthquake insurance? A: There are plenty of companies offering property insurance. We can guide you to find the best insurance company for your requirements. -back- Q: Do Crystal Homes Turkey use a qualified surveyor to give a reliable report on the property? A: On all new properties, a survey is not strictly necessary as there are regulations in place to protect buyers and all the buildings are guaranteed when new. On older resale property, Crystal Homes Turkey can arrange for an independent surveyor on request. -back- Q: We would like to view property, how can we arrange this? A: By contacting Crystal Homes Turkey. We can advise you on flights, accommodation, airport transfers etc. When you arrive here in Turkey we will arrange for you to view any property you wish at your convenience. You can also visit our property pages on our website, if you find anything you like there, please contact us and we can make all the necessary arrangements: www.crystalhomesturkey.com -back-
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