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Guidelines

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Individuals, families and investors can purchase property in Turkey , though there are some restrictions related to rural areas and land related to Military sites. Recent changes, in Turkish property buying laws means that a Turkish citizen no longer has to be registered on the deeds, and non-Turkish visitors can now buy property in Turkey .

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Some foreign owners can purchase a property in a restricted area by forming a Foreign Direct Investment Company (FDIC).  This has the benefits of reducing any capital gains tax (an individual has to wait four years to avoid capital gains), rental income can be offset against tax, multiple properties can be bought and delays related to Military clearance and Tapu assignment should not apply.

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After a sale is agreed, an application is processed by the Title Deeds Registry Office (Tapu). Whirling Dervish will advise you on all protocols and procedures required.  This includes legal matters and likely timescales to completion.

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Steps to be observed might include:

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Power of Attorney (P.O.A), as required, if we are to assist in conducting your affairs in your absence

Compliance with Money Laundering regulations Personal identification Search at Title Deeds Registry Office

Search at Forestry Commission (e.g. clarification on any deeds issues, rights of access etc)

Check on any building permissions/land status with Town Planning officials

Clarification of budgets, so no hidden costs Obtaining Sales Contracts, advising on Escrow accounts, as appropriate

Registration of Title Deeds

Obtaining Tapu certification.

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It is adviseable to always check on any duty that may be liable. We offer guidance on such areas to protect our clients. Any taxes are paid on completion, with occasional ancillary costs for notary, sworn translator etc, as applicable.

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We always encourage prospective buyers to take an inspection visit (discovery trips) prior to any purchase where they will be accompanied by one of our representative(s).

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Download the Whirling Dervish Booklet here (in pdf format) offering additional guidance on buying your home abroad. Adobe Acrobat software required - click here to download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader.  Additional useful documents are available in the Media Centre section of this website.

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