Journal
Notes on buying in Antalya
Practical notes on buying, owning and living in Antalya.
Rental Yield and 12-Month Demand in Antalya: The Impact of Conference Tourism
How many months of the year does a property in Antalya generate income? The impact of autumn conferences and COP31 on the season, calculations of gross and net returns, and the rules on short-term lettings under Law No. 7464.
Things to Do When Moving Out of a Rental: An 8-Step Checklist
If notice of departure, meter readings, closing bills, the handover record and the deposit refund are managed together, the risk of disputes falls.
What Happens When a Rental Contract Ends? Automatic Renewal and Notice of Departure
A fixed-term rental contract is extended for a year on the same terms if the parties give no notice in time. The tenant may give notice at least 15 days before the end of the term.
10 Questions a Tenant Should Ask When Looking for a Rental Home
Do not decide without seeing the home. 10 questions about rent, deposit, maintenance fee, term and the landlord's identity protect you from later problems.
Renting Out Your Property in Antalya: Long-Term vs Holiday Lets
Long-term tenants or holiday guests? The rules, permits, neighbours' consent, fines and taxes for renting out a home in Antalya.
10 Things to Check in a Student Rental Contract
Students coming to Antalya for university and their families should pay attention to the clauses on term, guarantor, deposit and summer period.
Rental Listing Scams: 7 Warning Signs
Asking for a deposit without showing the home, a price far below the market and rushing you are the most common signs of rental scams.
How Can a Landlord Living Abroad Rent Out Their Home in Antalya?
Renting out your home from abroad is possible; a power of attorney, an authorised representative, a bank account and a regular handover process are important.
What Happens If the Tenant Leaves Before the Term Ends? Early Departure and Termination
In fixed-term leases, a tenant who leaves early may have to pay rent until a new tenant is found or until the end of the term.
Rental Handover Record and Inventory List: Why Photos Are a Must
The handover record documents the condition of the home at move-in. It is the strongest proof in deposit and damage disputes at move-out.
How We Prepare Rental Contracts: Legal Department Review
Our rental contracts are prepared by legal departments that continuously follow changing legislation. How does the process work and what do landlord and tenant gain?
How to Prepare a Rental Contract: A 12-Point Checklist
A well-prepared rental contract prevents most later eviction and payment disputes from the start. Which clauses must not be missing?
Rental Deposit: Maximum Amount and How It Is Returned
A deposit can be at most three months' rent and must be held in a bank in the tenant's name. Knowing the return conditions prevents disputes.
How Is the Rent Increase Rate Calculated? The 12-Month CPI Average Rule
In renewed rental periods the increase cannot exceed the 12-month CPI average. How do you calculate it and where do you find the TurkStat data?
Can the Buyer of a Home Evict the Tenant Immediately?
A sale does not automatically end a lease. The new owner must continue the contract; they have only a limited, short-term right of need.
Tenant of 10 Years: Can They Be Evicted Without a Reason?
If the same tenant has completed ten renewal years, the landlord can end the contract without giving a reason, but the notice period is crucial.
Eviction for Own Need: When the Landlord Wants to Move Back In
A landlord can evict a tenant if they need the home for themselves, their spouse or children, but the need must be genuine and sincere.
What to Do If Rent Is Not Paid: the 30-Day Warning and Enforcement Route
When a tenant does not pay rent, a written warning comes first, then enforcement proceedings or a lawsuit. For residential leases the warning period is at least 30 days.
Eviction Undertaking at a Notary: Is Notarisation Required?
An eviction undertaking at a notary is not mandatory, but it reduces objections about date and signature. When, how and with which documents is it done?
What Is an Eviction Undertaking? Validity Conditions and Deadlines
An eviction undertaking is the tenant's written promise to vacate on a certain date. Its timing, date and signature determine whether it is valid.
How to Evict a Tenant: Legal Eviction Routes in Turkey
There is no single way to remove a tenant: unpaid rent, own need, eviction undertaking, the 10-year rule and end of term. Each route has its own conditions and deadlines.