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Real Estate

The Real Reasons Some Homes Sit on the Market Too Long

Lydia Colman

Selling a home is supposed to feel relatively straightforward. Most homeowners expect the process to unfold naturally once the property is listed: buyers begin showing interest, showings start filling the calendar, offers arrive, negotiations begin, and the sale gradually moves toward closing. Sometimes the experience works exactly that way, especially when market conditions align well […]

2 weeks ago

Understanding the Home Buying Process as a First-Timer

Kostas Raptis

Master the home buying process with our essential guide for first-time buyers.

3 weeks ago

New European Low-Carbon (LCBI) Label to Target Renovations

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LCBI expands its green label to renovation projects across Europe, targeting hotels and housing with a unified carbon framework.

1 month ago

The Great Cretan Eviction and the €1,500 Digital Nomad Dream

Iorgos Pappas

As the 2026 tourist season starts, Heraklion residents face eviction and soaring rents. Discover the data behind Crete’s housing crisis.

1 month ago

Phuket Becomes the New Shore for Russia’s Global Citizens

Arthur Butler

Phuket is seeing a massive surge in Russian residency and property investment, led by Banyan Group’s billion-dollar development plans at Laguna Phuket.

2 months ago

Stop Throwing Away Dehumidifier Water in Crete

Kostas Raptis

Crete is humid and water-stressed. Throwing away dehumidifier water is wasteful. Use it for floors, flushing, cars, and plants—not drinking.

4 months ago

Golden Visa Applications Dropped Sharply in 2025

Kostas Raptis

Golden Visa applications in Greece fell sharply in 2025 as approvals surged and a large backlog remains.

6 months ago

How AI Boosts Energy Efficiency in Real Estate—KPMG Report

Kostas Raptis

AI and Strategic Energy Management are key to cutting building energy waste.

8 months ago

Athenian Riviera Thinks It’s Monaco

Iorgos Pappas

Vouliagmeni and the Athenian Riviera continue to attract global buyers with luxury homes and jaw-dropping sea views.

11 months ago

Madrid’s Palacio Torre-Almiranta to Be Transformed Into Luxury Residences

Manuel Santos

Persepolis Investments began construction on Palacio Torre-Almiranta in Madrid’s Chamberí district in June 2025.

11 months ago

Athenian Riviera Is a Magnet for Foreign Investors

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Athenian Riviera is attracting American, Arab, and European buyers with prices rising and ambitious projects underway.

1 year ago

5 Building Supplies to Strengthen Your Home

Mihaela Lica Butler

From sturdy foundations to weather-ready finishes, discover 5 top building supplies that’ll add strength and peace of mind to your home.

1 year ago

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Crete Defies National Trend as Greek Tourism Faces Holy Spirit Decline

2026-05-31 By Arthur Butler

While high costs drive a 5% drop in national holiday travel for the Holy Spirit weekend, Crete remains a top destination for domestic and international travelers.

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Cretaland: A Misplaced Concept That Belongs in Transit

2026-05-30 By Mihaela Lica Butler

A proposal by the Rector of the University of Piraeus envisions Cretaland, a massive year-round experiential theme park showcasing Cretan history and gastronomy.

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Faneromeni Dam Nears 12 Million Cubic Meters as Summer Begins

2026-05-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Water reserves at Crete’s Faneromeni Dam remain exceptionally high, approaching 12 million cubic meters despite ongoing irrigation use.

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Rethymno Mayor Calls for Greater Local Role in Crete Development Planning

2026-05-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Speaking at the Economist conference in Chania, Rethymno Mayor and PED Crete President Giorgis Marinakis argued that local governments must play a larger role in planning major projects, including water management, transport infrastructure, and sustainable development initiatives across Crete.

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Heraklion Mayor Says Crete Is Catching Up on Decades of Delays

2026-05-30 By Kostas Raptis

At the Economist conference in Chania, Heraklion Mayor Alexis Kalokairinos addressed long-standing infrastructure gaps and local government reforms needed to support Crete’s future development.

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