Turkey
British developer goes green in Turkey
Whilst Britain created the world’s first environment ministry back in 1970, Turkey only established its Environment Ministry in 1991 and has some catching up to do on environmental policy – particularly when it comes to housing.
Signs of recovery in the Turkey property market
Turkey's economy and real estate sector, though affected by the global economic slowdown, have held up well compared to others in Europe thanks in part to strong local demand and low exposure to international credit markets.
Standard & Poor’s praises Turkey but slams Spain
In the latest wave of analysis from credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s, Spain has been kept on a negative outlook but in contrast Turkey has been bumped up the ratings.
Name your deposit, name your term at Turkey’s Horizon Sky
This bold statement comes from the developers of Turkey’s most sophisticated resort – Horizon Sky. The customer can name their deposit, name their preferred term (from five to ten years) and Horizon Sky will adapt a plan to suit.
Airlines bank on Bodrum
Bodrum Airport officials are in for a busy 2010 as three major low-cost airlines have all targeted the Turkish resort for boosted direct services. Operating from airports across the UK, EasyJet, Monarch and Turkish airline, Pegasus, will all be capitalizing on the Bodrum boom.
FaceBook becomes aftersales tool for property developer
When the ‘Horizon Sky Owners – Turkey’ FaceBook Group was set up by buyer Mark Slater in 2008, dialogue was very much based on speculation and hearsay, often derived from slightly suspect forum postings. But, after a ballot of members in November 2009, the developer is now part of the Group and communication is accurate and transparent.
Developer solves Turkish mortgage issue
With mortgages for foreigners buying in Turkey still both rare and awkward, the British developers of Horizon Sky, Bodrum, have taken matters into their own hands.
How Turkey’s favourite development is defying the downturn
With 400 of the 600 units sold, and 100 already completed and occupied, Turkey’s Horizon Sky set on the coveted Bodrum peninsula is doing more than surviving a global recession - it’s positively flourishing. So what’s the secret?
Buying property in Turkey
Turkey straddles South East Europe and South West Asia and is bordered by the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia and countries in the Middle East (Iraq, Iran, Syria, Azerbaijan).
Top European countries for property investors
If you’re looking to diversify, broaden or even begin your property portfolio consider Europe for your next investment destination.
New property buying guide for Turkey
Homes Overseas online, has expanded its series of country-specific buying guides with a brand new focus on Turkey – responding to the country’s growing status as a tourism and investment destination.
Turkey - The preferred country for golf fanatics
Turkey was awarded “Best Golf Destination in Europe 2008” by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) putting Turkey ahead of other European golf hotspots including Spain and Scotland.
New Turkish euro mortgage service launched
A new euro based mortgage service has been launched by Offshoreonline.org, the UK regulated specialist overseas mortgage broker.
We’re all going on a Turkish summer holiday
According to Europe's second largest travel operator, Thomas Cook, the hottest ticket this summer is a holiday in Turkey and it's no surprise why thousands of Britons (as well as US President Barack Obama) are expected to visit this non-euro destination in 2009.
30% discount at Turkey’s leading five star resort
A pioneer for five-star resorts in Turkey, properties at Turquoise were unsurprisingly quick to sell-out. Now complete and fully-functioning as a successful holiday haven, GEM Estates is able to pass on a crazy 30% discount on the last remaining apartments. Prices from £66,000 have now been slashed to just £49,693.