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Duplexes, townhouses and maisonettes: what do these concepts mean in the housing markets in different countries?
The attempt to understand the terminology of real estate types turned into almost a detective story: it turned out that some foreign words, having got into other languages, radically changed their meanings and context of use.
HomesOverseas.ru: Frequently Asked Questions from Advertisers
In 2026, the portal celebrates its 15th anniversary! The world has changed, and we have changed with it: we have updated our design multiple times (including very recently, for this milestone anniversary!), added useful tools for partners and users, and overall become more modern and technologically advanced; In this article, we have gathered the most frequent questions from advertisers and prepared detailed answers.
The results of 2025 in the real estate markets of Bulgaria, Turkey, the UAE and other countries
In which foreign countries did housing prices rise, and in which did they stagnate? Where were foreigners most active? Which domestic legislative innovations fueled international demand, and which ones did the opposite? And, of course, what are the prospects for 2026? We tell you in our final material, prepared jointly with experts from Russian-speaking agencies around the world.
In which foreign countries can Russians and others take out a mortgage in 2025?
This year, like the previous few, is more associated with the word "restrictions" than with the word "opportunities"; Restrictions relate, among other things, to the banking sector, so what kind of mortgage is there? This reasoning is logical, but not entirely correct – in some countries, Russians, even if they are not residents, can still take out a mortgage, although there are a lot of nuances.
How to choose a real estate agency in Egypt?
The Egyptian real estate market is gradually becoming more transparent, regulated and aimed at foreigners; Nevertheless, it is reckless to trust the first person you meet when buying an apartment; We tell you whether the activities of realtors are controlled, by what criteria you can choose a good agency, and how not to run into trouble.
11 mistakes when buying a holiday apartment abroad
An apartment by the sea can be a realized dream and a favorite vacation spot for the whole family, or it can become a burden and a suitcase without a handle; We figure out what needs to be taken into account before buying.
Where to buy an inexpensive apartment by the sea? Part 1
Did you find out the prices for a vacation in a familiar Turkish hotel this season and were horrified? Or maybe it's time to get your own place by the sea? Moreover, it is more accessible than many can imagine.
Egypt that will surprise you: real estate in Somabay and El Gouna
Egypt is one of the most affordable destinations for buying resort housing in the world, a modest apartment in Hurghada can be purchased for as little as $20,000; however, there are truly luxurious offers nearby on the coast in closed, foreign–oriented locations, while still relatively inexpensive, starting from $150,000 per studio, and clearly rising in price; Today we will talk about the legendary El Gouna and the young, fashionable and promising Somabay district.
How to sell real estate more effectively on HomesOverseas.ru ?
How do I get more quality requests through the portal? How is it profitable to present your facilities and stand out from the competition? Which promotion strategy should I choose? How can I use all the features of the site? We have prepared a memo with recommendations for professionals of the foreign real estate market.
The results of 2024 in the real estate markets of Turkey, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Thailand and other countries
What was 2024 like in the foreign housing markets? Which destinations did Russian-speaking buyers prefer? What are the general trends? Has demand been growing? How did the prices of apartments and houses behave? And most importantly, what can we expect from 2025? We will tell you in the material prepared jointly with real estate experts in different countries.
Egypt. Articles
How to choose a real estate agency in Egypt? The Egyptian real estate market is gradually becoming more transparent, regulated and aimed at foreigners; Nevertheless, it is reckless to trust the first person you meet when buying an apartment; We tell you whether the activities of realtors are controlled, by what criteria you can choose a good agency, and how not to run into trouble.
Egypt is one of the most affordable destinations for buying resort housing in the world, a modest apartment in Hurghada can be purchased for as little as $20,000; however, there are truly luxurious offers nearby on the coast in closed, foreign–oriented locations, while still relatively inexpensive, starting from $150,000 per studio, and clearly rising in price; Today we will talk about the legendary El Gouna and the young, fashionable and promising Somabay district.
18.03.2025
European pensioners, and more recently, remote workers from around the world, know that spending several months or years in Egyptian resorts can be pleasant not only for the body, but also for the wallet; We figure out how much it costs to rent a house, rent a car, buy groceries and so on in Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.
26.03.2024
Interest in Egypt among Russian-speaking real estate buyers is growing rapidly; The country has entered the top ten in terms of the number of requests for apartments and houses on the HomesOverseas portal (8th place), improving its last year's result; What attracts foreigners to Hurghada? What are its advantages and disadvantages compared to Sharm el-Sheikh? Which areas are worth considering? What are the house prices? We will tell you in a detailed material prepared jointly with market experts.
11.12.2023
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Hello! How important is a Green contract when buying an apartment in Hurghada? What exactly does it give to non-Egyptian citizens? What happens if there is no Green Contract ...
06.05.2022
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Visa, residence permit, citizenship
Hello, please tell me if renting an apartment in this case is it possible to obtain a residence permit in this country. Thank you
29.01.2020
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Good afternoon. Can I ask you a question: when buying an apartment in Hurghada, do I need to have an Egyptian residence permit? and what documents do you get in your hands when buying, as well as ...
11.04.2019
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