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At Greece Property Guides, you can browse the latest Greek property news. We regularly round up the latest goings-on from the market, so you can get all your updates in once place.
Buying a house in Greece? Then you need to be up to speed with the latest Greece real estate news before your move. You will find coverage of all you need to know, such as forecasts, new regulations, and housing trends.
Could this new scheme make Greece your retirement destination?
If you’ve ever fancied moving to Greece, now could be a great time to take the plunge. The Greek government has announced plans for a new approach to help the country recover from the coronavirus crisis – a tax scheme to encourage overseas pensioners to retire in Greece.Read more...
How will you enjoy living in Greece off-season?
If you’re thinking of moving to Greece for ever, you should see it in off-season first. You’ll probably be pleasantly surprised.Read more...
What are the best things about living in Greece?
Someone recently asked us – in our office we are six ladies of varying ages – what the best things about living in Greece are.Read more...
Opening a bank account in Greece
To buy a property in Greece you will need to open a Greek bank account. How easy is that, and what services do Greek banks offer? You might have heard it can be tricky, but it just takes a little patience, says Diana Giannoulis of Corfuhomefinders.com, our writer in Corfu.Read more...
Can you move to Greece before Brexit?
The Brexit deadline of 31st January is drawing closer and, with the Conservative Party leading in the polls, it looks increasingly likely that the current Withdrawal Agreement will be passed, and we’ll enter the transition period. During this period, anyone who moves will have the same rights as before, but how do you move afterwards?Read more...
Autumn property market in Greece: tourism brings strong growth
Greece’s property market is on the up, with a much healthier outlook than for a long time. For three quarters in a row, according to data from the Bank of Greece, prices have been rising. That’s the longest sustained rise since 2008. We’ve certainly seen these nationwide trends reflected here on the islands. In fact, right over the last three years, we’ve seen a huge return of interest in the property market in Greece. This is for a number of reasons, including economic stabilisation, greater letting flexibility and international transport links.Read more...
What should I know about renting out property in Greece?
Now that you have bought your home in the sun, the chances are that you might want to use it as a holiday let, either full time, or when you are not using it yourself. This is easy as long as you do everything correctly from the beginning, says Diana Giannoulis of Corfuhomefinders. But any shortcuts or omissions may result in problems in the future. Here’s what you need to know about renting out property in Greece.Read more...
New flights to Greece and better airports
More passengers, bigger airports and new routes – 2018 is turning into a busy year for air travel in Greece. It all reflects the country’s healthy tourist industry. It’s also a useful indicator of where to buy a home there. We take a closer look at recent developments, including new flights to Greece.Read more...
Moving with children to Greece: settling in, schools and learning the language
Moving with children to Greece is a fantastic chance for a new start – a healthy, outdoorsy lifestyle (and food!) and the chance for them to learn about a different country and language. But it does take a bit of organisation. Here’s what you need to know before moving with children to Greece.Read more...
Greece exits bailout as economy recovers
Greece exited its austerity program on Monday with some positive news. Exports are on the rise – with a 35.5% increase in value since 2015, according to the Hellenic Statistics Authority. Overall, the country’s real GDP levels have followed a slow upwards trend since 2017. Property prices, however, are still 42% lower than ten years ago. This makes it a fantastic time to buy in Greece for overseas house hunters.Read more...
Property market in Greece strengthens in 2018
With Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again opening this week, plenty of us will be dreaming once again of owning a home in Greece. Whether for a holiday or permanent move, it’s easy to see why many of us will be looking into the property market in Greece. With some of the world’s greatest beaches, healthy and delicious cuisine and the sunniest weather in Europe, the country’s Mediterranean lifestyle feels like the very essence of what life should be about.Read more...
