Regional Guides
02.07.2024
Buy a Home in Corfu: Guide for Germans
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Practical insights and inspiration for buying and owning a home in Greece. Our articles cover everything from regional guides and market trends to legal tips, tax updates and Greek lifestyle and culture. Whether you are just exploring the idea or already own a property, our blog is written to help you make informed decisions and get the most out of life in Greece.
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01.07.2024
Ask a Lawyer: What is the Role of a Notary in Greece?
What is the role of the notary in Greece? How is it different from the role of a lawyer, or from a notary in your home country? How much does a notary cost? Our legal experts answer these questions and more.
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28.06.2024
Bulgari: The Iconic Jewelry That Started in Greece
If you Google "where did Bulgari start?", the answer will be "Rome." However, did you know that Bulgari actually started in a Greek village? We know we sound like that Greek grandfather who claims that everything is from Greece. However, it’s true. Sotiris Voulgaris, a Greek from Epirus, was the founder of the famous jewelry company Bulgari, which is one of the most successful jewelers internationally. How did Bulgari become so famous from its humble Greek beginnings?
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27.06.2024
Buy a Home in Heraklion: Guide for the British
Why should I buy a home in Heraklion if I am British? How does it rank compared to other destinations in Greece for me? In this article, we’ll take you on a tour of Heraklion with the help of Suzanne (a.k.a. The Travelbunny), one of the UK’s top travel bloggers.
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25.06.2024
Top 4 Things To Do on Karpathos
In 2017, Athina and Vincent bought a house on the island of Karpathos using the services of Elxis. Now they live there permanently! Find out in this blog their favourite things to do on the island.
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24.06.2024
Karpathos Travel Guide
Karpathos is a narrow, long island that is divided by a string of mountains with an altitude of 1200 meters. Karpathos is unique for its wild beauty, magnificent beaches, and traditional hospitality. Unlike islands like Santorini and Mykonos, Karpathos is not heavily visited because it is farther from the mainland.
Regional Guides
21.06.2024
Ask Our Lawyers: Can British Citizens Buy a Home in Greece After Brexit?
Read moreBritish citizens kept the right to buy and own property in Greece after Brexit. Owning real estate here is not limited to EU citizens. Greek law allows residents of non-EU countries to own property, including in coastal areas, under rules generally seen as investor-friendly. The cost of buying does not depend on the buyer's nationality. It is the same for everyone, wherever they are from.
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21.06.2024
Beaches and Mountains in The Peloponnese for Americans
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20.06.2024
What is it Like to Buy a Home in Crete if I'm Dutch?
What is it like to buy a home in Crete as a Dutch citizen? What is the hardest part about buying a home in Greece if I’m Dutch? What is the best part about buying a home in Greece if I’m Dutch?
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17.06.2024
Why Do Greeks Break Plates?
Opa! Where did plate smashing in Greece come from? When did the tradition of breaking plates start? Where can I smash plates in Greece?
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