Can you buy affordable property in the Peloponnese?

The Peloponnese is the third most popular location for international property buyers in the country. While it is attracting non-EU buyers looking to buy in its super-high-end resorts for a “golden visa”, there is plenty for buyers with a smaller budget too. Yulia Kozhevnikova, real estate writer and analyst at the website Tranio spoke to local experts. 
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Phone, TV, Wifi: getting connected in Greece

Once you have moved to Greece, one of the first things you’ll need to do is get yourself connected. Yes, of course, you want to get out into your new Greek community and make connections there, rather than burying your face in a smartphone. Even so, don’t discount the security blanket of being able to call friends, look up Greek phrases online, and stay up-to-date with The Durrells! Here’s how to get connected to Greek internet, the phone system and TV.
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How to make enough money to live in Greece

If you are moving to Greece on a full-time basis, you will need to consider how you are going to afford your life there.
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Greek healthcare: state or private?

We’re getting mixed messages from Greece these days. Firstly, the country is recovering economically. Secondly, the beaches and tourist sites are still stunning. But thirdly, that austerity still affects everyday life, including health. Hardly surprising then, that people who would like to move there are confused! So how is Greek healthcare?
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Where should you buy in Greece for the best summer nightlife?

Whether you’ve been inspired by the singing and dancing on Skopelos in Mamma Mia!, are tempted by the hedonism of Mykonos, or want a holiday home that combines affordability with banging nightlife, Greece offers the ultimate summer dance party. The rental returns can be pretty spectacular too. But where should you buy?
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Where and how to buy a home in Crete

Crete has traditionally been one of the most popular parts of Greece with overseas buyers, thanks to its climate, cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes.
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Could you live in Corfu like the Durrells?

As the third series of The Durrells begins this weekend on ITV, fans of the show may once again begin to consider if they could live in Corfu? The Greek island has always had a special place in the heart of the British, and the feeling is mutual. 
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The property buying process in Greece

You know you want to buy in Greece, you know where, and you might even know what. But do you know how to buy a home in Greece? The good news is that most of the procedures will be very familiar to you. We also explain the buying costs.
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Your guide to the north-east Cyclades

From the trendy swagger of Mykonos and the rugged landscape of Naxos to the traditional charms of Paros, we’re uncovering the appeal of the islands that make up the north-east Cyclades.
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Greece’s year-round tourism is investment opportunity

Greece’s affordable property and nascent economic recovery is encouraging international investors, says the website Tranio.com. With authorities targeting the year-round tourism market, can property owners look forward to four-season rentals?
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