subject: Questions To Ask Other Local Expats Before Buying Property In Turkey [print this page] If you are considering buying property in Turkey and living the good life, it is a good idea to interview the other expats in the area where you are considering buying. Find other people just like you who have bought property in Turkey and moved abroad, because their knowledge and experience will be incredibly valuable to you as you are making your decision.
When you are talking to other expats who live in nearby property in Turkey, here are a few things to ask them about:
What is this area like in the off season?
Sometimes a resort can be exciting and thriving in the peak tourist season, with plenty of festivals and great nightlife, but then when the winter months hit and the temperature cools it becomes somewhat of a ghost town. If you are planning to live in your property in Turkey all year round, this might come as a bit of a disappointing surprise during the first year. If you intend to rent out your property in Turkey, this might mean that you will have trouble finding renters during the off season and cannot guarantee a year round income.
Talk to the expats who live in the area all year round and ask them what the region is like all year round. What is the climate like in the off season? Does the area still receive visitors? Are there still many attractions and events happening throughout the year? They will be able to give you a better perspective of the area than you will get from just a glimpse during the peak visitor season.
Is there a strong sense of community?
Moving to a foreign country can be lonely, so it can be really helpful if the community that you are moving to has many events and groups to make newcomers feel welcome. Ask the local expats how connected they are to others in the area, and what kind of local culture they enjoy participating in. How difficult was it for them to make new friends when they first moved to the area?
What is the cost of living like?
Your estate agent will tell you that the cost of living in Turkey is much cheaper than in the UK, but the people who will really know for sure what things cost are those who are living in a property in Turkey and shopping there themselves. Ask your local expats how much food, drink, transportation, and other costs add up to in the particular area you are considering living in. You will find that prices are different within different regions, and those who know best are the ones who actually live there.
These are a few questions that you can ask of other people who have already moved to the region where you are considering buying property in Turkey.
If you are considering buying property in Turkey, it is a good idea to talk to other expats who already live in the area so that you can get a better idea of what the experience will be like.
