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Frequently asked questions
From your first search to your next move. Practical answers for buyers, renters, owners and property professionals.
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Getting started
What is GreekHomes?
GreekHomes is a property marketplace dedicated to Greece. Discover homes, explore locations and connect with the owners, agents and agencies advertising them. We help you make those connections; we are not the seller, your legal representative or a guarantor of a property transaction.
Do I need an account to browse?
No. You can browse property listings, professional profiles and the Journal without signing in. Sign in when you need account features such as dashboard messaging or managing your own listings. A public listing is an invitation to enquire, not a confirmed reservation or offer.
What kinds of property can I find?
Browse homes for sale or rent, including apartments, houses and villas, as well as land and commercial property where listings are available. Use the property-type and price filters to narrow your search. The selection depends on what advertisers currently publish, so availability varies by location.
How do I choose the right location?
Start with how you will use the property: year-round living, holidays, work or a longer-term move. Compare transport, everyday services and your total budget, not just the asking price. Read the Journal for ideas, then ask a local professional about the neighbourhood and visit before committing.
Can I use GreekHomes in Greek or on my phone?
Use the language selector in the site navigation to switch between English and Greek. These FAQs are available in both languages. Advertiser-written descriptions may remain in their original language. You can use the website in your phone or tablet browser; no app download is needed to browse.
Buying in Greece
Can non-Greek citizens buy property in Greece?
Generally, yes. Restrictions can apply in designated border areas, particularly for buyers outside the EU and EFTA. Have an independent Greek lawyer check your eligibility and whether the specific property requires permission before you sign or pay a deposit.
Do I need a Greek tax number (AFM)?
Yes. AADE states that buyers need a Greek tax identification number, whether they live in Greece or abroad. Arrange this early with the relevant authority or your authorised adviser, and confirm the documents required for your circumstances.
What should I budget for beyond the asking price?
Ask for an itemised estimate covering applicable purchase taxes, notary and registration costs, legal and technical checks, and any agreed agency fees. Tax treatment and exemptions depend on the transaction. Have your notary or tax adviser confirm the current rules rather than relying on a single percentage for every purchase.
What checks should I arrange before buying?
Ask an independent lawyer to review ownership, title, registered charges and the contract, and an engineer to assess the building, permits, boundaries and intended use. Check renovation feasibility before budgeting for works. Photographs, a listing description or a featured badge are not substitutes for these checks.
Can an overseas buyer apply for a Greek mortgage?
Some Greek banks offer mortgages to non-residents, subject to their lending criteria. Approval, the deposit required and the loan amount depend on your finances, country of residence and the property. Speak directly with lenders before making a finance-dependent offer. GreekHomes does not arrange or guarantee mortgage approval.
Are there ongoing property taxes after I buy?
Property ownership in Greece can create E9 declaration and annual ENFIA obligations, including for non-residents. Ask an accountant to check your property record and assessment. Also budget separately for utilities, insurance, maintenance and any shared-building charges.
Does buying a home automatically give me residency or a Golden Visa?
No. A property purchase and permission to reside are separate matters. An investor residence permit requires its own application and qualifying conditions; an asking price or a listing label does not establish eligibility. Check current Ministry guidance and obtain case-specific immigration advice before choosing a property for this purpose.
Renting a home
Are rental listings for long stays or holidays?
Read the individual listing and ask the advertiser to confirm the rental term, available dates and minimum stay. Do not assume that a property advertised for rent is available for holiday bookings or year-round occupation. GreekHomes introduces you to the advertiser; the rental agreement is arranged with them.
Is the rental price per month, and are bills included?
Use the rental period stated in the listing. If it is missing or unclear, ask for written confirmation before comparing prices. Confirm utilities, shared-building charges, furnishing, the security deposit, agency fees and any seasonal price changes. A displayed amount alone does not tell you the full cost of a stay.
How do I arrange a viewing or pay a rental deposit safely?
Use the contact options on the listing to request a viewing and confirm the advertiser’s identity and authority to let the property. Agree written terms before sending money, and independently verify payment details. Do not pay under pressure or send passwords or one-time codes. GreekHomes does not hold rental deposits or provide escrow.
Can I rent out a property after buying it?
Check the intended rental use with your lawyer and accountant before you buy. Short-term letting has registration and tax-reporting requirements, and other restrictions may apply to the property or location. Do not treat an advertised rental yield as guaranteed income or a listing as evidence of permission to operate.
Owners, agents & agencies
Who can advertise a property on GreekHomes?
Property owners, agents and agencies can use the relevant account and dashboard tools to manage their listings. You must have the right to market the property and publish its photographs and details. If your account does not show the tools you need, contact support rather than creating duplicate accounts.
What should I include in my listing?
Add an accurate location, property type, asking price, floor area, room counts, condition and clear, recent photographs you are authorised to use. Explain important limitations as well as features. For rentals, specify the charging period and what is included. Do not upload identity documents or confidential contracts to a public listing.
How do I change a price or remove an unavailable property?
Sign in to the account that manages the property and open its listing in the dashboard. Update the details and availability using the controls provided, then check the public page. Keep sold, let or withdrawn properties out of active advertising. Contact support with the listing link if you cannot make the correction.
Can agents and agencies have their own profiles?
GreekHomes has separate agent and agency directories. Use the relevant profile tools to present your business and keep your contact details current. Available account tools depend on your role and plan. A directory entry or paid promotion is not a substitute for a buyer independently checking a professional’s credentials.
Why is my listing not showing publicly?
A saved draft is not the same as a published, active listing. Check its status, required details and the search filters you are using. Withdrawn or unpublished listings should not appear in public search. If an active listing is still missing, send support its reference or dashboard link without including your password.
Pricing & promotion
Is it free to browse or list a property?
Browsing is free, and the pricing page sets out the standard free-listing option and optional paid promotions. Check that page and the checkout summary for current prices, inclusions, duration and any recurring charges. Property purchase costs and fees agreed with an agent are separate from GreekHomes advertising charges.
What does “featured” mean?
Featured placement is paid advertising designed to give a property or professional profile additional visibility under the selected product’s terms. It does not mean GreekHomes has verified ownership, approved an investment or guaranteed enquiries, a sale or a rental return. Always carry out your own checks.
How do I manage a promotion or subscription?
Use the billing area of the account that made the purchase to review available management options. Check whether your product has a fixed duration or renews automatically; they are not the same. Read the terms shown before paying, and contact support if you need help with cancellation, an invoice or a refund request.
What if I paid but my promotion is not active?
Check your payment confirmation and the account or property associated with the purchase. Do not pay again simply because the page has not updated. Contact support with the receipt reference, purchase date and affected listing or profile. Never send a full card number, security code or online-banking credentials.
Your account & support
I have not received my confirmation email. What should I do?
Check the email address you entered and your spam or junk folder. Use the resend option if the sign-in screen offers one, and open the most recent confirmation link. Avoid creating another account with the same details. If you remain locked out, contact support; never share your password or confirmation link publicly.
I cannot sign in or I have forgotten my password.
Use the same email address you registered with and the password-recovery option on the sign-in screen. Check that you have completed any requested email confirmation. If the recovery link has expired, request a new one. Contact support if the problem continues, describing the error without sending passwords or private access links.
How do I contact an owner, agent or agency?
Open the property or professional profile and use the contact methods displayed there. Some messaging actions require sign-in. Include the property reference, your question and preferred viewing dates. A sent enquiry is not a confirmed appointment or booking; wait for the advertiser to agree the arrangements.
How do I report a misleading listing or suspicious message?
Use any report option shown on the listing or contact support with its link and a brief description of the problem. Keep relevant messages, stop sending money and do not share security codes. If you have already made a suspicious payment, contact your bank promptly. Publication on GreekHomes is not a guarantee of authenticity.
How do I manage my privacy or request account deletion?
Review the privacy policy for information about how the platform handles personal data. Follow the account-deletion page to request removal, or contact support if you cannot access your account. Some records may need to be retained for legal, security or payment-related reasons; deletion is not a promise to erase every record immediately.
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Still have a question?
For a specific home, contact the advertiser on its listing. For help using GreekHomes, visit our contact page.