Living in Turkey: The pros and cons you should know

All those contemplating buying properties in Turkey and wondering if it’s a good move, you’re at the right place! However, Turkey is home to several expats and it is one of the best foreign countries you can settle in.

Let’s have a look at the pros and cons of living in Turkey.

 Pros

Weather and Climate
Turkey boasts of gorgeous weather and this is an important reason why many people are considering buying properties in Turkey. While the country has different climate zones, places in the west and southern coasts have warm summers.

Lifestyle
Due to the pleasant weather most of the time, people in Turkey enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. They indulge in sports, lounging by the pool or the beach, pursuing hobbies or alfresco dining styles, etc. The only time people stay indoors is the monsoon which lasts between January to March.

Healthy eating habits
Despite the fast food and frozen food culture prevalent in the globe today, people in Turkey still practice eating healthy. The local weekly farmers market is a great event in Turkey where traditional dishes are made using fresh organic vegetables.

Cost of living
Yet another reason for people to invest in Turkish properties is the cost of living. While drinking, smoking, renting and driving a car is expensive, household bills such as water, internet, gas, telephone and council tax are cheap in Turkey. So, overall Turkey offers a much lower cost of living than most countries.

Transportation
In the last two decades, Turkey has upgraded their infrastructure and ensured the country has new highways and bridges. All this infrastructure has helped cut down travelling times by half. There are four airports in Turkey one each at Istanbul, Dalaman, Bodrum and Antalya with frequent flight schedules. This ensures people from anywhere in the world can visit Turkey easily. The easy access to neighboring countries makes Turkey a favourite destination to invest in properties.

 Cons

 While there are many benefits of living in Turkey, there are a few drawbacks as well.

Language
Most of the government offices, hospitals and other institutes use Turkish as their official language and it can be a problem for foreigners. You may need a translator for official work. However, the good news is there are locals who speak foreign languages as it increases their job potential.

New social circle
Like any other country, you may find it difficult to settle in Turkey with no friends and family to support you. This means you will have to find new friends. Cities such as Fethiye, Antalya, Bodrum and Didim have local charities or hobby groups that you may consider joining. That said, people in Turkey are genial and hospitable, so you can expect to make friends quickly.

Some of the best cities to live in Turkey are;

•   Istanbul
•   Marmaris
•   Fethiye
•   Antalya
•   Izmir
•   Ankara
•   Neighbouring places of Bosphorus
•   Black-Sea region

Conclusion

Both the pros and cons of living in Turkey can be handled with ease and you can settle peacefully. Also, upon buying properties in Turkey, you are entitled to several benefits. At Suga Property, we have an experienced team that can help you get the best deals on Turkish properties. To know more, contact us and we will be delighted to help.