Thinking of moving to Bulgaria any info please

[natcol]

Hi all
I wonder if anyone can help.
My partner and I are thinking of moving to Bulgaria soon. Can anyone tell me how hard it is to purchase a house and legally live there.
Any help would be appreciated. We live in the U.K.
Thank you in advance
Natalie.

[dfmdaz]

Hi Natalie,
buying a house seems pretty straight forward depending on whether eveything is in place ready for the sale.
most things your asking are on this site somewhere if you check out the home page theres legal stuff and info on moving to BG.

good luck with your venture

maybe see you out there soon

Darren.

[samodiva]

Hello,

I moved here in Aug 08. It took me about 10 days to buy my house, all legal documents everything. If you don't speak Bulgarian, you will have difficulty though (or an expensive agent). I would advise a translator, you can't trust the agents here anymore than in the UK. If there is anything specific you want answering email me.

[not a good idea to put your email address on an open forum]

[valpyle]

Hi, I have property at Veren, getting it done up for very long holiday soon. It was not difficult to buy but did so through Rachel (of Travel Bug) who was very helpful, and still is. I suggest you get someone who knows the ropes and can take you through it for your peace of mind and avoidance of anxiety. Also try to find some local Brits who usually help and advise too. You need an interpreter to get you a copy of everything in English for your records. You would be advised to make a will too in Bulgaria and put it with your English will just to keep you covered for all eventualities. It can all be done quite quickly and easily although it sounds complicated. Good luck - Val

[Duke]

Good advice guys, Natalie, where are you thinking of buying ?, and what sort of thing are you looking for ? (you know modern/old...rural, seaside) tell us your dream...