Firstly, what is a title deed? Title deed is an official document that shows the ownership rights of real estate such as land, fields and residences. In Turkey, title deeds are regulated by the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre and prove the owner's legal rights to the real estate. Title deeds, which show who owns an investment property, legally guarantee ownership rights. Deeds,...

The Ministry of Trade has changed the regulations on real estate trading to prevent excessive increases in housing prices and make the market fairer. According to a statement from the Ministry, housing and land listings on websites are being closely monitored. If excessive price increases that do not align with economic realities and lack a valid justification are detected in listings, penalties will be...

The Revenue Administration (GİB) issued a new circular (2025/1) on May 16, 2025, for those who reported low prices in land registry sales. This circular clarified which penalties would be applied in cases of declarations made “with remorse.” Property Sales Under Surveillance Property sales during the 2024-2025 period are being closely monitored by the GİB. If the sale price is reported as low...

Minister of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change Murat Kurum announced the good news that will excite millions of citizens. Works to determine property rights on 2B lands will be completed by the end of the year. “5 Million Citizens Will Receive Title Deeds” Speaking at the 178th anniversary of the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre in Istanbul, Minister Kurum announced,...

Buying real estate, whether for living or investment purposes, is an important decision. And of course, it is not enough to make a decision based merely on the appearance or location of the property. Considering many details, from the legal situation to the technical infrastructure, will enable you to prevent potential problems in the future. Here are 8 critical questions you should ask when buying...

Digitalization in the real estate market continues to accelerate. Thanks to a system developed by the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, the application for preparing lease agreements through e-Government is now available to real estate agents. This innovation simplifies many processes in the market while also increasing security. How Does the System Work? The e-Government Lease Agreement service,...

Turkish citizens' interest in overseas real estate investments continues to grow. According to balance of payments data shared by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB),  In 2024, real estate purchases made by Turkish residents abroad increased by 20.5% compared to the previous year, reaching $2.513 billion. In January alone, this figure was recorded at $144 million. With these data, the...

Following Ramadan, a new sign system will be implemented for authorized real estate agencies. According to Akçam, President of the All Real Estate Consultants Association (TEDB), the "E" sign will become mandatory to prevent fraud and ensure institutionalization in the real estate market. Pilot Program Begins in Ankara The new system will be implemented first in Ankara. There are 142,000 real estate...

Retirees in Turkey are exempt from property taxes and can get back the taxes they paid in the past five years! This is a great opportunity, especially for retirees who own a single home and meet certain requirements. Who is Exempt from Property Tax? Retirees who own a single residence in Turkey that does not exceed 200 square meters. Homes used only during certain periods of the year are not...

Recently, as the Grand Emlak team, we took part in the Nobel Immo fair in Berlin and the Invest Show in Moscow. These events are among the leading international real estate fairs in the industry. Participants can gain a wealth of information on investment-focused real estate projects, and firms like ours have the opportunity to showcase our portfolios and build long-term partnerships. It All Began with...