Prepare the property, documents and sale conditions before a buyer is ready. This guide explains the practical decisions and the points that need official or independent verification.
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Know what you are agreeing to sell.
The guide concerns residential sales in Turkey. Our seller enquiry service focuses on Alanya. Your ownership position, the buyer and the property determine which checks and documents are needed.
The practical steps
01
Choose your goal and sale route
Clarify your timing, expected outcome and willingness to market the property. For an Alanya home, discuss agency listing or a possible direct company purchase. The two routes do not promise the same price or result.
02
Review ownership and restrictions
Check registered ownership, co-owners, mortgages, annotations and representation powers. Tell your adviser about any tenant, inheritance issue or resale restriction. Resolve these questions before making a commitment on delivery.
03
Agree realistic pricing and service terms
Compare similar properties without treating every asking price as a completed sale. Agree the marketing scope, brokerage terms and responsibilities in writing. Keep a company purchase offer separate from a public asking price.
04
Prepare an accurate property presentation
Gather current photos, the layout, property features and site-charge information. Explain known defects and occupancy accurately. Agree access for viewings and avoid advertising details that have not been checked.
05
Assess offers and document the conditions
Consider the buyer's payment plan as well as the headline price. Record the unit, included furnishings, deposit and refund arrangements, completion conditions and handover date. Obtain independent review before signing.
06
Confirm documents and the cost breakdown
Prepare identity, property and municipality information, applicable insurance and any representation documents. Confirm requirements relating to a foreign buyer, and agree who pays each charge. Ask a tax adviser about your own position.
07
Coordinate payment and official registration
Confirm the official procedure, declared sale consideration and bank-payment arrangements. Verify receipt through your own bank rather than a buyer's screenshot. Agree the sequence of payment and signing with the appropriate professionals.
08
Complete handover and post-sale follow-up
Record keys, included items, meter readings and agreed outstanding charges. Keep the signed paperwork and payment evidence. Review tax reporting and any overseas obligations with an adviser, and arrange appropriate subscription changes.
Prepare before you commit
Ownership, co-owners and restrictions reviewed
Tenant and delivery position explained accurately
Fees, payment and handover conditions recorded
Tax position and current official requirements checked
General information, not individual legal or tax advice. Confirm the requirements for your transaction with the relevant authorities and independent qualified advisers.
Questions before you start
Questions before you start
Can I start selling while I am abroad?
Property presentation and discussions can begin remotely. Any representative must have authority accepted for the relevant transaction; confirm documents before relying on a remote completion.
What happens if the property has a tenant?
Disclose the tenancy and share the relevant agreement with your independent adviser. Do not promise vacant possession until the legal and practical position has been checked.
Will I pay tax on the sale?
Tax treatment depends on how and when the property was acquired, the seller's status and other circumstances. Ask an independent tax adviser to assess current Turkish rules and any obligations in your country of tax residence.
How long will the sale take?
There is no fixed period. Pricing, demand, documentation, the buyer's readiness and official scheduling all matter. Marketing a property does not guarantee a buyer or a completion date.
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Alperen Yılmaz started at Alanya Eiendom in 2017, mastering the international real estate market from the ground up. In 2023, he earned degrees in engineering and real estate management. In 2026, he became CEO and owner. He combines engineering precision with professional real estate services and is committed to the highest standards in Turkey and a world-class experience for global clients.