aristokrat87 Setting the right asking price is one of the most important decisions for foreign owners selling in Turkey. On this page we explain how value is really determined, how to combine local data with official reports, and which improvements can actually help you achieve a better price.
Many foreign owners sell their property in Turkey without being physically present. This usually involves a power of attorney, notarial procedures and sometimes a lawyer. On this page, we explain how to give and revoke powers safely, which documents you need and what role notaries, lawyers and the Land Registry actually play in the sale.
Beyond documents and procedures, the most important decisions for foreign owners are strategic: when to sell, whether to rent or hold, how to deal with currency risk and how to repatriate funds. This page brings these questions together so you can think about your exit in a structured way.
Foreign owners often have questions about how the value of their property is determined, when official appraisals are required, and which legal limits apply to foreigners, zoning and special areas. This page brings these topics together so that you can understand what is “flexible” and what is not when selling in Turkey.
Choosing whether to work with an agent, deciding how to market your property and managing viewings are some of the most practical questions foreign owners face when selling in Turkey. This page explains how agents work, which marketing tools are most effective, and how to handle viewings and negotiations safely.
Many foreign owners share a property with family members, inherit a property in Turkey, or face questions related to divorce and heirs. This page explains how co-ownership works, what happens when there are multiple heirs, and which steps are needed to sell in complex family situations.
Many foreign owners sell their property in Turkey without travelling to the country. This is done through a carefully prepared power of attorney (POA) and, where needed, additional agreements that protect the seller. This page explains how POA works, how to issue it from abroad, who you can authorize, and how to reduce the risk of fraud.
When foreign owners sell property in Turkey, they face several types of costs: title deed taxes, possible capital gains tax, annual property tax, agency commissions, legal and notary fees, as well as money transfer costs. This page explains each of these in clear, practical terms so that you can plan your budget before you sell.
Foreign property owners in Turkey must follow certain legal rules and prepare specific documents before selling. This page explains which documents are required, when valuation reports are mandatory, how powers of attorney work, and which legal steps you need to complete at the Land Registry Office.
This page explains how foreign property owners can sell real estate in Turkey in a safe, transparent, and efficient way. You will find clear answers to the most common questions about timing, agents, documents, and when you actually receive your money.
