Just like back home, when you buy a property in Greece there are various organisations, companies and official bodies you will need to contact to make sure all of the day-to-day issues involved in owning and living in your property are taken care of.
The following is a guide to some of the key people you need to contact to help you avoid any issues after you buy a Greek property.
Residents Association
If you are buying in a complex, then there will be a Community of Owners. We would need to make sure that all Community charges have been paid up to date before you buy.
Water and Electricity
It is important to check that there is a connection and that the charges are paid up to date.
If you are buying a new property in Greece, we will need to check that the property has the appropriate Habitation Certificate which allows the services to be connected.
Town Hall
Checks should be made at the Town Hall to make sure that the Council Tax has been paid up to date.
Moving in
Just like back home you will need to arrange to have the utilities and services in your name and often have to set up a direct debit at your Greek bank to pay the bills. You also need to inform the local Council and the Residents Association that you own the property.
Licensing authorities for Controlled Areas
For some areas located close to the country’s borders, certain restrictions apply in case of transfers to third country (non-EU) nationals and a specific licensing procedure has to be followed.
Need help buying property in Greece?
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With a thorough understanding of both UK and Greek law, we can provide clear, reliable legal guidance in plain English, giving you the confidence to deal effectively with property in Greece.
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