Author
Burak Unal
Founder & Principal Broker
Burak Unal is a licensed real estate broker in Turkey (license no. 3408704) who advises Turkish and international clients on buying, selling and renting property and on Turkish citizenship by investment. He holds an MSc in Finance from the London School of Economics (2019) and a BSc in Business Management from Bogazici University (2016), and passed Turkey's official real estate broker licensing exam in 2021. A Chevening scholar and a Congress Member of Galatasaray Sports Club, he advises clients in English (IELTS 8.0), Turkish and French.
Credentials and background
- Memberships
- Galatasaray Sports Club - Congress Member · Chevening Alumni · Bogazici University Alumni · LSE Alumni
- Languages
- English (IELTS 8.0), Turkish, French
- Speaking and press
- Moderator, Bosco InvestPro Conference (Istanbul, 2026)
Guides by Burak
Turkish Citizenship by Investment: The Complete 2026 Guide
How to get Turkish citizenship through real estate: the USD 400,000 threshold, step-by-step process, timeline, costs and eligibility - expla...
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Buying Property in Turkey: A Step-by-Step Guide for Foreigners
Can foreigners buy property in Turkey? Yes. Here's the full process - tax number, bank account, due diligence, TAPU title deed and costs - f...
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Buying Property in Şişli, Istanbul: Area Guide
A local broker's guide to buying property in Şişli, Istanbul - lifestyle, transport, the property market, who it suits and the investment ou...
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Buying Property in Beşiktaş, Istanbul: Area Guide
A local broker's guide to buying property in Beşiktaş, Istanbul - lifestyle, transport, the property market, who it suits and the investment...
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Buying Property in Kadıköy, Istanbul: Area Guide
A local broker's guide to buying property in Kadıköy, Istanbul - lifestyle, transport, the property market, who it suits and the investment...
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Buying Property in Sarıyer, Istanbul: Area Guide
A local broker's guide to buying property in Sarıyer, Istanbul - lifestyle, transport, the property market, who it suits and the investment...
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The Best Areas to Invest in Istanbul Real Estate
Best areas to invest in Istanbul, ranked by goal. Compare districts for rental income, capital growth and resale, with costs and rules for foreign buyers
Real Estate Investment in Turkey: A Guide for Foreigners
Real estate investment in Turkey can deliver rental income, growth and citizenship from $400,000. See the full process, costs, taxes and top cities to buy
How to Earn Rental Income in Turkey: A Foreign Owner's Guide
Rental income in Turkey explained for foreign owners: yields, tax, long vs short lets, and how to rent out property step by step. See the full 2026 guide