All you need to know about selling your property in Turkey

If you own—or are thinking of buying—property in Didim, one of the most important questions to consider is: How will your property be managed and maintained when you’re not there? Whether you’re based overseas or only visit a few times a year, having reliable property management in Didim  isn’t just convenient—it’s essential for protecting your investment. At Realty World After Sales, we provide flexible Didim property management and property maintenance services  designed to

As a two-decade veteran of living in Türkiye, I've seen travel warnings come and go. We're now in March 2026 and sadly there's another war in the Middle East (or excursion, as current president of the US Donald Trump would have it). What does this mean for travellers hoping to visit Turkey for a holiday this summer? Are there any other safety issues we need to think about? What the UK Foreign Office says - UK travel advice for Turkey The UK FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Devel

Many of my friends who own property in Didim are overseas owners who bought here some years ago, and have been coming on holiday each year, or even made the dream happen and moved here to Turkey to join the expat life. Some of us made our home here, others come and go. But we all invested a significant amount of money into our property purchases and naturally we want to make the most of that investment. Recent trends in Altinkum property prices - March 2026 Setting aside for

Flea market second hand vintage shopping in Didim

If you spend even a short time in Didim, one thing becomes very clear: tea is everywhere. Whether you’re visiting a neighbour, waiting in a shop, relaxing at a café or finishing a meal, the chances are high that someone will offer you a small glass of steaming Turkish tea – or “çay.” For visitors and foreign property owners living in Didim, understanding Turkish tea culture offers a wonderful insight into everyday life in Türkiye. A Nation of Tea Lovers Türkiye is one of the

As spring arrives and temperatures begin to rise along the Aegean coast, many overseas property owners start thinking about preparing their homes in Altinkum and across Didim for the months ahead. While winters in this part of Turkey are generally mild, a property that has been closed for several months can still benefit from some seasonal maintenance. If you own a holiday home or investment property in the area, carrying out regular Didim property maintenance  is an importan

If you live in Didim or are considering buying property here, one of the most extraordinary historical treasures on your doorstep is the awe-inspiring Temple of Apollo at Didyma. Dominating the landscape with its towering columns and sacred atmosphere, this ancient sanctuary connects modern-day Didim with a fascinating world of prophecy, pilgrimage and powerful empires.

As winter slowly loosens its grip across Türkiye, many people look not to the weather forecast, but to an ancient tradition that signals the approach of warmer days: the falling of the cemre . Deeply rooted in Turkish folklore and rural life, cemre  is one of those beautiful seasonal traditions that connects modern life in places like Didim with centuries of cultural heritage. What Is Cemre ? The word cemre  comes from the Arabic “jamra” , meaning ember, glowing coal, or fire

If you live in Didim  or own property here, and receive overseas parcels in Turkey  — including gifts from family — recent customs changes are important to understand. Under current customs tax Turkey  regulations, all  incoming parcels must have a declared monetary value before they can be released. This applies even to handmade or low-value gifts. For many expats in Türkiye , delays are happening not because gifts are prohibited — but because customs cannot assess the value

What Is Site Yönetmenlik in Turkey? If you buy an apartment or villa on a complex in Turkey, you automatically become part of the site management system — known in Turkish as site yönetimi. Under the Kat Mülkiyeti Kanunu (Turkish Condominium Law), all owners in a residential complex share responsibility for maintaining the communal areas. This includes: ·       Swimming pools ·       Gardens and landscaping ·       Corridors and staircases ·       Lifts ·       External light

The Turkish Lira as we know it today was created in 2005, knocking six zeroes off the Turkish Lira banknotes, taking them from millions to more manageable 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 lira notes in a clean sweep. It stayed stable between 2 to 3 Turkish lira to the Pound Sterling for 8 years, until around autumn 2013 when it started to devalue. At the time of publication, 1 pound is worth just under 60 lira. This trend, combined with big ups and downs in the cross-currency exch