Why Are Americans Suddenly Interested in Buying a Home in Greece?
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Why Are Americans Suddenly Interested in Buying a Home in Greece?
According to research by Elxis – At Home In Greece, a company specializing in vacation home sales in Greece, the number of U.S.-based visitors to its website increased tenfold in the two weeks following the elections compared to the same period in 2023. Compared to October, the number quadrupled, and viewing inquiries from prospective buyers also rose at a similar rate. Another indicator is that in November, Americans surpassed visitors from any other country on Elxis’s social media platforms.
The data clearly show a sharp increase in demand for vacation homes in Greece from American buyers following the elections. However, this trend was evident throughout 2024. George Gavriilidis, CEO of Elxis, explained, “interest from U.S. buyers was already significantly higher in 2024 compared to 2023. Depending on the period, we had three to six times more American visitors to our website this year compared to 2023. What has changed after the recent elections is the rapid acceleration of this trend.”
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Greece’s New Property Valuation System
The Greek government is making a major improvement to how your Greek home’s value is determined. If you are buying a home in Greece, this means more transparency into your home’s value, and more fair, consistent rules for the taxes you pay.
Why Does This Matter If I Want to Buy a Home in Greece?
The transfer tax you pay at the time of buying can be dependent on the “objective value” of the property. By having more clear, equitable rules for the valuation of properties in Greece, you know the amount of tax you pay is appropriate for the property. Also, if you are an investor, the new valuation system gives you more reliable data to make an informed investment decision.
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Akrokeramo: The Timeless Beauty of Greek Roof Ornaments
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Imagine standing before a grand neoclassical building in 19th-century Athens, your eyes tracing its stately columns and pediments. At the roof’s edge, intricate tiles—akrokerama—capture your attention, adorned with motifs of anthemia, acanthus leaves, or even mythical creatures like the Gorgon Medusa.
These are not mere decorations; they are the heirs to an ancient tradition that dates back to the temples of classical Greece. Functional yet exquisite, akrokerama protected rooftops from wind and rain while deterring birds and snakes, their beauty matched only by their ingenuity.
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How to Decorate a Home in Greece By the Sea
1. Local Plants
Among the native plants in Greece that make a good addition to a home by the sea are olive trees, wild poppies, and pomegranate. The light of the Mediterranean is ideal for many plants to thrive inside your home in Greece. Choosing varieties that are locally available is ideal, because they will grow best in the climate.
2. Shades of Blue and Sand
In Greece, when decorating, choose colors that reflect the environment by the sea. This means blue, emerald green, and sandy colors. This can apply to bowls, plates, towels, throw rugs, pillows, and more.
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