What to Look for in a Home for Retirement in Greece
I’m buying a home in Greece for retirement. I’m not retiring yet, but I still want to be ready when the time comes – what design features should I look
12/04/2025
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Investing in Greek Real Estate: A Case Study of Return on Investment
Is it worth it to invest in a home in Greece? What kind of profit can I expect? If you’re thinking about buying a home in Greece, it’s only natural
11/04/2025
Sustainable Greek Architects: Stavropoulou Architects
Stavropoulou Architects isn’t your average Greek architecture house. At Stavropoulou Architects, the team helps people realize their dreams of sustainable living and working spaces. Elena Stavropoulou Sustainability Focus Using bioclimatic
11/04/2025
Renting a Car in Greece
You’ve just planned your dream vacation to Greece. Maybe it’s your first time visiting, or you’re coming briefly to view a second home that you’re interested in buying. You realize
10/04/2025
How Much is My Home Worth? Greek Edition
Greece has naturally become a popular destination for purchasing a second home because of its scenery, hospitality, culture, and ideal climate. While it is a popular place to buy property,
09/04/2025
How Does a Swimming Pool Raise My Home’s Value?
There’s nothing quite like diving into your own private swimming pool on a hot summer day. No need to pack up towels, sunscreen, and goggles to drive to the sea
08/04/2025
What Happens After Easter in Greece? Bright Week
What is Bright Week in Greece? How do the Greeks celebrate? Where can I join the celebrations? Bright Week is the week immediately after Easter in Greece. It is typically
06/04/2025
Which Greek Architecture Awards Actually Matter?
What do all the certifications in design magazines mean? Are some awards better than others? Which awards should I pay attention to, and which are not as important? We reached
02/04/2025
Villas to Rent in Greece: What NOT to do
Short-term property rental in Greece has many benefits. You get to enjoy the laidback Greek lifestyle, its glorious beaches, and the warm hospitality of the Greek locals. There are advantages
01/04/2025
Greek Golden Visa 2026: What Are My Options?
If I am from America, Canada, the UK, Australia, or another non-EU country, what options do I have for buying a home in Greece with a Golden Visa? Do I
01/04/2025
The 8 Most Unique Beaches in Greece
Greece has thousands of islands and thousands of beaches. Which beaches in Greece are worth visiting? Which beaches in Greece are the most unique? Sarakiniko Beach, Milos Sarakiniko Beach is
01/04/2025
What is the Greek National Cadaster? (Updated for 2025)
What is the National Cadaster in Greece? What documents are required? Where can I find the National Cadaster online? How does the registration process work? If you are buying a
01/04/2025
I Have a Home in Greece: Owner’s Guide (Updated for 2026)
You’ve just bought your dream home in Greece, and you’re getting ready to move in. There are a few necessary steps before you spend your first Greek summer in your
31/03/2025
From April 1 Landowners Must Clean Their Plots to Prevent Wildfires in 2025
Starting on April 1st, landowners in Greece are legally required to clean their plots and submit a declaration via the official gov.gr platform. This measure, implemented by the Ministry of
31/03/2025
Buying a Home in Greece As a Foreigner: A Case Study
What is the process of buying a home if you do it with Elxis – At Home in Greece? In this case study, we’ll tell you how a Western European
26/03/2025
Renting Out a Home in Greece: 6 Top Amenities (Updated for 2026)
Are you renting out your home in Greece? What amenities are the most important for a vacation rental to have in Greece? In this article, we feature research from 2
25/03/2025
Sailing Greece: The Winds of the Mediterranean
Greece is an ideal country for sailing. It is made up of 7 scattered island groups – namely Crete, the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian, Sporades, Saronic and Eastern Aegean. Each region
24/03/2025
Robert McCabe’s 1950s Mykonos and Santorini
Robert McCabe was born in Chicago in 1934 and grew up in Rye, New York. His first trip to Greece was in 1954, when he had the chance to experience
23/03/2025
Why is Crete so Popular for New Homes in Greece?
Why is Crete such a popular place to buy a home in Greece? The high demand from international buyers for newly built, energy-efficient homes has significantly increased in the past
18/03/2025
Press Release: Crete – A Hot Spot for New Vacation Home Developments
The shift of homebuilders towards Crete’s vacation home market in recent years is considered significant. The high demand from international buyers for newly built, energy-efficient homes has significantly increased investment
17/03/2025
Where are Greece’s Cleanest Beaches?
Where are Greece’s cleanest beaches? What is the blue flag rating system? Which areas of Greece have the most blue flag beaches? We will answer all of these questions about
17/03/2025
7% Flat Tax on Pensioners in Greece
Are you thinking of moving to Greece, but not sure how it will impact your pension? This article will explain one way to shift your tax residence to Greece. When
17/03/2025
Famous Greek Architects: LandmArch.
Sustainable and site-specific Urban Design proposal for Patras’s waterfront regeneration (National Architectural Competition) and the Holistic Landscape Design for the 4-star hotel complex “Sampatiki Suites” – what does it take
16/03/2025
Buying a Home in Greece: City or Countryside?
If you’re like most real estate seekers in Greece, you’ve likely pondered whether you want a home in a city like Athens or in the countryside, for instance in the
11/03/2025
International Schools in Crete
Overview of Education System in Greece The education system in Greece is mainly made of public schools that are administered by the Ministry of Education. They dictate the curriculum, and
09/03/2025
Greece’s Meltemi Winds
“Meltemi” is the name of the winds that typically appear in the Aegean Sea. They are dry and seasonal, and if you have ever been to the Cyclades (think Santorini,
09/03/2025
Best Places to Solo Travel in Greece (Updated for 2026)
The island of Rhodes was voted as the best island in Greece for solo travellers, based on a report by the Hungarian air carrier Wizz Air. Using data from TripAdvisor
09/03/2025
Spring in Greece: The Best Greek Wildflowers
What will you see in Greece in the Spring? Why is Spring one of the best times of year to visit Greece? Most travelers to Greece come during the summer,
08/03/2025
What Type of Home Buyer are You?
Knowing what kind of buyer you are may give you an advantage in the market. It will help you get inside the head of real estate agents, who often help
07/03/2025
The Best Greek Coffee Shops in Greece
You haven’t truly experienced Greece until you’ve sat in a traditional “kafeneion” (coffee shop). In Greece, coffee shops are more than just a quick stopping point. Unlike the “to go”
05/03/2025
