Investment8 min
Buy a Seaside Villa in Crete for €200,000: Real Zones and Net Yield 2026
At €200k, buying a seaside villa in Crete is possible in select zones. Real ADR, net yield, total acquisition costs and pitfalls to avoid in 2026.
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Investment8 min
Crete vs Spain Portugal: Where to Invest in Rental Property in 2026
Compare yield, prices and taxes: Crete (8-12% vs €40K), Spain (3-5% vs €120K), Portugal (4-6% vs €100K). Which country wins? 2026 guide.
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BOAK + Kastelli 2028: The Double Real Estate Opportunity in Eastern Crete
BOAK highway (2028) connects East Crete to the tourist hub. Estimated +10-20% ADR in Ierapetra/Sitia. Buying window open now.
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Tax8 min
Rental Income in Greece: Taxes and Reporting for French Expats
How to declare rental income from Greece as a French expat? Taxes, deductible costs, double taxation relief and legal optimisations explained.
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Market12 min
3,122 Airbnb listings in East Crete: what the numbers say in spring 2026
Factual analysis of 3,122 active Airbnb listings across 8 zones in East Crete, including 794 with calendar data. Market concentration, AMA compliance, median rates and actual occupancy in spring 2026. Raw data and possible readings, for travelers and property owners.
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Market8 min
Buy a House in Ierapetra: 2026 Price Guide
Ierapetra property prices 2026, Greek rental tax rules, real Airbnb data and acquisition costs. Everything to invest with full transparency in Crete.
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Expat Life12 min
Living in Crete as a French Citizen: Practical Guide 2026
AFM, AMKA, bank account, driving licence, healthcare, schools, internet: everything a French citizen needs to know to move to Crete. No sugarcoating the bureaucracy.
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Real Estate10 min
Buying a House in Crete: Prices by Zone in 2026
Price per sqm by zone in Crete in 2026: Makrigialos, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, Ierapetra, Sitia, Chania. Field data, east-west gap, Kastelli airport impact.
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Expat Life9 min
Cost of Living in Crete in 2026: Real Numbers
Rent, groceries, dining, healthcare, transport: cost of living in Crete broken down by someone who actually lives there. Monthly budget and comparison with France.
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Regulations9 min
Mandatory Safety Equipment for Renting in Crete (2026)
Law 5170/2025: fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, first aid kit, electrical certificate, liability insurance. Everything required to rent in Crete in 2026.
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Tax & Legal8 min
ENFIA and Property Tax in Crete: How Much to Pay in 2026
ENFIA in Crete: rates, cadastral value, supplement, E9 declaration, TaxisNet payment. How much is property tax for a Cretan property in 2026.
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Investment12 min
Greece Golden Visa 2026: Thresholds, Zones and Current Rules
Greece Golden Visa 2026: thresholds from 250K to 800K EUR by zone, eligibility rules, Airbnb ban, processing times and alternatives. Informational article.
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Returns11 min
Real Costs and Fees of an Airbnb in Crete: The Complete Breakdown
Commissions, cleaning, taxes, insurance, ENFIA, tourist tax: every real cost of a short-term rental in Crete, line by line.
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Regulations12 min
Greek Law 5170/2025: Airbnb Safety Rules & Compliance
Greek Law 5170/2025: fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, electrical certification required for Airbnb in Greece. EUR 5,000 fine. Checklist and budget guide.
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Guide14 min
Buying in Crete from France: The 2026 Power of Attorney Guide
100% remote purchase possible via special power of attorney. AFM, due diligence, topographiko, notarial deed, land registry: all steps, costs and pitfalls to avoid.
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Tax & Legal8 min
Tourist Tax & Rental Income Tax 2026 in Crete: Full Rate Guide
Tourist tax, rental income tax, ENFIA: 2026 rates for property owners in Crete. Brackets, amounts, filing steps.
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Market9 min
Kastelli Airport 2028: What Impact on Crete Real Estate?
67% complete as of February 2026, opening planned for 2028. 10M passengers phase 1, 72,000 sqm terminal, A380-ready runway. What this means for East Crete.
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East vs West Crete: Price & Yield Comparison 2026
Chania ~3,000 EUR/sqm, East Crete 20-30% cheaper. Data comparison: prices, ADR, occupancy, Kastelli 2028. Where to invest in Crete for the best rental yield.
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Legal12 min
AMA License in Greece: The Complete 2026 Guide
Everything about the AMA license (Arithmos Mitroou Akiniton): free registration on TaxisNet, required documents, Law 5170/2025 safety standards, fines and limits. Step-by-step guide.
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Real Estate Market7 min
Invest in Crete 2026: Prices, Yields & Why East Crete
Property prices 20-30% below average, Kastelli airport 2028, BOAK highway: why East Crete is the investment window for European buyers. Data-backed analysis.
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Market8 min
Crete Real Estate Prices in 2026: Zone-by-Zone Comparison
Crete average at 2,456 EUR/sqm, but gaps between west and east are massive. Zone-by-zone price comparison, acquisition costs and impact of the future Kastelli airport.
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Property Management7 min
Crete Rental Management: Full-Service, 25% All-Inclusive
Short-term rental management in Crete: AMA license, CFF filing, dynamic pricing, cleaning, guest check-in, monthly reporting. What Kairos 25% all-inclusive covers.
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Rental Yield in Crete: Real 2026 Numbers, Zone by Zone
Median ADR by zone and property type, based on analysis of 12,340 real Airbnb listings in Crete. Field data, not theoretical averages.
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Buying Guide10 min
Buy Property in Crete: 2026 Guide, Costs & Legal Steps
Buy property in Crete in 7 steps. 8-10% acquisition costs, lawyer, notary, AFM tax number, power of attorney. Complete guide for foreign buyers.
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