December 2008

Builders and developers in Cyprus have been getting a bad press due to the “process” to acquire title deeds which can take up to 10 years or more! One would assume that anyone that pays for their property in full and upon completion of the property the title deeds would be issued. However, this is not the case and I will explain what can happen and how to safeguard your self when buying property in...

I feel the need to mention the Limassol Zoo and update a previous post I made about a day we spent there. My two boys, wife and I frequently go to the zoo and my boys are always excited about it. The Limassol Municipal Gardens are beautifully maintained, the children's playgrounds are some of the best in Cyprus and the entrance fee to the zoo is very inexpensive. However, the grounds for the animals...

There are no “quick sales” in this market unless you are extremely lucky or give your property away.  A “quick sale” in this market is realistically around 6 months. Some homes have now been on the market for 3 years and more! There are ways to move your property in this market and there are ways to sabotage a sale – after you read this you can make the necessary changes or give your self a...

As Cyprus joins the United Kingdom and most of the world’s property and financial markets downward slide, we are beginning to experience the effect of the current crisis. The word in Cyprus until recently was that the problem will not have an effect or very minimal effect on Cyprus. People in the business of finance, property sales, developers and tourism - basically Cyprus’s whole economy - started to...

Great Kato Paphos Neighborhood 138 sq. m., 2 baths, 3 bdrm 2 story "Villa" - SOLD- Garden Paradise Kato Paphos, Paphos  -  Serene and tranquil describes this beautiful home and location. This two-level home is the perfect entertainment spot .. from the yard in the front with colorful plants … to the private & lushly landscaped backyard and surrounding lights. The kitchen is a perfect...