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Real Estate Lawyer in Turkey Acting Only for the Buyer
In Turkey the seller, the agency and often the developer are paid when the sale closes. Nobody in that chain is paid to stop a bad deal. Tercan Legal acts only for the buyer: we check the property and the contract before you pay a deposit, and we take no commission from sellers or developers.
What we check before you buy
| Title deed (tapu) | Owner, shares, full condominium (kat mülkiyeti) or construction servitude (kat irtifakı) |
| Encumbrances | Mortgages, attachments, annotations, pre-emption and usufruct rights |
| Zoning and permits | Building permit, occupancy permit (iskan), zoning status, illegal additions |
| Seller | Authority to sell, power of attorney, company resolutions, enforcement exposure |
| Contract | Price, payment schedule, delivery date, penalties, refund guarantees |
| Valuation | Licensed valuation report (required for foreign buyers and for citizenship) |
Buying off-plan
Off-plan purchases need a notarised sales promise contract, a registered annotation where possible, and clear remedies for delay or non-delivery. Many disputes we litigate started with an unsigned or unregistered developer contract.
The transfer
We obtain the tax number, open the bank account, coordinate the valuation, attend the title deed appointment with a sworn translator, and make sure payments match the documents. Title deed fee is 4% of the declared value; declaring a lower value exposes the buyer to tax penalties and weakens any later claim.
Residence and citizenship through property
Property can support a short-term residence permit and, from USD 400,000, Turkish citizenship. See Turkish Citizenship by Investment Lawyer.
After you buy
Lease agreements, rental collection, hotel-apartment operator disputes, urban transformation, sale and inheritance — the firm also acts in real estate litigation and enforcement.
Why Tercan Legal
- Buyer-only, no commission.
- Real estate and citizenship work since 2012, clients from more than 50 countries.
- Valuation coordination and top-level bank relationships.
- Arabic, Russian, Chinese, Persian, French and English desks.
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy property in Turkey?
Yes, citizens of most countries, outside military and security zones and within area limits.
Do I need to be in Turkey to buy?
No. We can complete the purchase with a power of attorney.
How long does the transfer take?
Usually a few days to two weeks once the valuation and military clearance are complete.
What does a real estate lawyer cost?
We quote a fixed fee after a first look at the property and the contract.
Guide: Buying, selling and renting property in Turkey.
Talk to our team
WhatsApp +90 506 689 97 22 · info@tercanlegal.com · Hikaye Sokak No 7, Office: 6, 34394 Esentepe, Şişli – Istanbul, Türkiye. Send us two lines about your plan — we reply with a written roadmap within 24 hours.
