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The Short Answer Yes, 2026 can be a good time to buy property in Dubai, but only if the property, price, location, and purchase goal fit together. The market remains active: according to Dubai Land Department, Q1 2026 recorded 60,303 real estate transactions worth AED 252 billion. Yet the buying environment has changed after several years of rapid price grow...

Getting a mortgage in Spain as a foreign buyer has become more profile-dependent in 2026. After several years of sharp rate increases, the market has become more predictable, although the 12-month Euribor still needs to be monitored closely. Spanish lenders have adjusted their mortgage products to the new risk environment. Mortgages remain available for inte...

Previously restricted neighborhoods in Alanya, a municipality and district of Antalya Province, Turkey, are now available again for first-time property-based residence permit applications. As of June 2026, buyers can use addresses in Mahmutlar, Kestel, Avsallar, and Kargıcak when applying for a residence permit in Turkey (İkamet) through property ownership,...

Overview of İzmir’s Real Estate Market İzmir is a self-sustaining real estate market driven by local wealth rather than foreign holiday budgets. Because demand is supported by permanent residents, local professionals, students, and domestic buyers, İzmir is less exposed to the seasonal liquidity swings seen in resort-driven markets. However, İzmir is highly...

Why Spanish Property Checks are Getting Tighter Foreign buyers can purchase property in Spain without major ownership restrictions, but the financial side of the transaction now requires clear documentation. Before completion, banks, agencies, lawyers, and notaries must verify the buyer’s identity, source of funds, and payment route. KYC and AML checks rarel...