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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Understanding Rental Contracts in Turkey: A Guide for Tenants
Rental contracts in Turkey explained for tenants: required clauses, deposit rules, rent increase caps, tenant rights and how to sign and register safely
Renting an Apartment in Turkey as a Foreigner: A Complete Guide
Renting an apartment in Turkey as a foreigner made simple: the documents, the rental contract, deposits and costs, plus a step-by-step guide to rent safely
Power of Attorney in Turkey for a Property Purchase
Power of attorney in Turkey lets a representative sign the title deed and complete your purchase while you are abroad. See how it works, cost and steps