Greece Property News
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.
Unlocking profit: renovating older homes in Greece
Recent data shows that older homes are the most popular with property buyers in Greece. By renovating an older property in Greece, buyers can make a significant profit when they go on to sell. Could you do the same?Read more...
How is Greece coping with coronavirus?
Greece hasn’t been spared the coronavirus, although living on 227 islands its spread should be slower. We asked our writers there to comment on how expats are coping and the measures Greece is taking. Lynne reports from the Peloponnese and Diana from Corfu.Read more...
What can you buy in Greece for the average price of a UK home?
Imagine your own Greek home: a villa on the Saronic Gulf, or perhaps a Cretan farmhouse with olive groves. Now imagine that these cost the same as the average UK home – yours for no more than £250,000.Read more...
5 Greek islands with a buzz all year-round
Many of us first fall in love with the Greek islands on our summer holidays, but the smaller tourist islands do often close down in winter. So if you’re looking for somewhere with that year-round buzz, where are the best places to start?Read more...
How do taxes work in Greece?
Greece’s tax system can be opaque to foreigners: when do you start paying income tax, what is solidarity tax, and which ones are being phased out? Find out in my rundown of what you could pay in Greece.Read more...
7 easy ways to make new friends in Greece
If you have moved to Greece recently you may be wondering how you can make new friends. This could be difficult if you don’t speak the language, but it isn’t impossible if you make an effort to get out and about.Read more...
2019 was a great year for Greece (and 2020 looks even better!)
The past year was one of the best in recent memory for Greece, with the economy growing, political stability and tourists coming in ever-greater numbers. The property market is buoyant too, but prices are low. So will 2020 be the year you buy here? Diana from Corfuhomefinders tells us about the year just gone and how the good news should make buying in 2020 even more temptingRead more...
Why Greece is a safe place to live
It’s natural to be concerned about your personal safety when moving abroad. The good news is that Greece is exceptionally safe, with a special police force dedicated to helping the international community. So if such concerns are contributing to your decision regarding buying a property in Greece, let me alleviate any fears you may have.Read more...
Sun, sea, sand…and mountains
When you think of Greece, you probably conjure up images of sun, sea and sand. I doubt you get to mountains. However, there are many mountains in Greece, with the highest on the mainland being Mount Olympus, legendary home of Zeus and the ancient Greek gods and goddesses. The peak, Mytikas, is 2,918 metres.Read more...
Let’s retire to…the Peloponnese
Most people, when they think of Greece, think of its islands, but Greece has even more to offer. The Peloponnese has everything: sea, towns and mountains, and is more accessible from Athens throughout winter. Long-term Greek resident Lynne Evans explains all…Read more...
Let’s retire to…Corfu
Greece and its islands are increasingly popular as retirement locations. Corfu has always been a top choice for British and international buyers, but what does a retirement in Corfu offer? We spoke to Diana at Corfu Home Finders about lifestyle, weather, making friends and what you’ll pay for your home!Read more...
