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Cyprus Life—and the VAT vs Transfer‑Fee Playbook
Tax & Regulation

Cyprus Life—and the VAT vs Transfer‑Fee Playbook

Fall for Cyprus’s coffee-lined mornings and village festivals — then structure the purchase to exploit VAT vs transfer-fee dynamics and residency realities.

LvdM
Lucas van der MeerJan 16, 2026
BlueprinteraBlueprintera
The Cyprus District Everyone Dismisses — But Shouldn't
Regulatory & Legal Context

The Cyprus District Everyone Dismisses — But Shouldn't

Cyprus delivers Mediterranean life but legal choices shape your experience—learn which neighbourhoods, costs and local rules matter for a smooth move.

EB
Edward BlackwoodJan 16, 2026
Ashworth & DrakeAshworth & Drake
Where Cyprus Hides Its Best Rental Yields
Price & Yield Analytics

Where Cyprus Hides Its Best Rental Yields

Cyprus’s charm masks a predictable yield structure: small well‑connected units beat seafront glamour on net returns. Model occupancy, local comps and seasonal cashflow first.

LvdM
Leo van der MeerJan 15, 2026
The YieldistThe Yieldist
Cyprus Lifestyle & New‑Build Reality: What Buyers Overlook
New Developments & Pipeline

Cyprus Lifestyle & New‑Build Reality: What Buyers Overlook

Cyprus pairs Mediterranean lifestyle with a mixed new‑build pipeline; prices slowed in late 2024—inspect developer records, legal title and neighbourhood life before you buy.

AJ
Amalie JensenJan 15, 2026
BlueprinteraBlueprintera
How Cyprus’ Non‑Dom Rules Change the Math
Regulatory & Legal Context

How Cyprus’ Non‑Dom Rules Change the Math

Cyprus’s lifestyle is seductive — but non‑dom tax rules, VAT vs transfer‑fee treatment and title risks change net returns. Verify VAT, title and non‑dom early.

LA
Lina AnderssonJan 15, 2026
Ashworth & DrakeAshworth & Drake
Cyprus: The Seasonal Yield Myth vs. Real Returns
Market Trends

Cyprus: The Seasonal Yield Myth vs. Real Returns

Cyprus combines recovered tourism and 5%‑range apartment yields in key hubs; match lifestyle choice to tested rental data and model net yields, not labels.

LvdM
Leo van der MeerJan 14, 2026
The YieldistThe Yieldist
Summer House‑Hunting in France: Why the Season Misleads
Price Trends

Summer House‑Hunting in France: Why the Season Misleads

Summer viewings in France often overstate demand and lifestyle: use off‑season checks and quarterly INSEE/Notaires data to buy for the year, not the holiday.

OH
Oliver HastingsJan 14, 2026
BlueprinteraBlueprintera
Summer Listings Lie: Off‑Season Buying Wins in France
Market Transparency

Summer Listings Lie: Off‑Season Buying Wins in France

Summer listings in France often signal marketing, not market value. Buy off‑season, use notarial checks and inspect real‑life winter routines to secure lifestyle and value.

FA
Freja AndersenJan 14, 2026
Ashworth & DrakeAshworth & Drake
France’s Seasonal Blindspot That Kills Yield
Market Trends

France’s Seasonal Blindspot That Kills Yield

France’s seasonal lifestyle can mask rental volatility; use local data, conservative occupancy and notaire checks to protect yields while enjoying life in France.

KA
Klara AnderssonJan 13, 2026
The YieldistThe Yieldist
France's Quiet Price Pockets: Lifestyle Lowers Cost
Price Trends

France's Quiet Price Pockets: Lifestyle Lowers Cost

France’s national price headlines hide local pockets where lifestyle and affordability align — learn which neighbourhoods and property types offer the best tradeoffs.

EL
Erik LarsenJan 13, 2026
BlueprinteraBlueprintera
When Spring House‑Hunting in France Backfires
Regulatory & Legal Context

When Spring House‑Hunting in France Backfires

Why spring’s romance can cost you: seasonality, taxes and local rules change pricing and negotiation in France—see data, tax links and practical steps.

SvdM
Sophie van der MeerJan 13, 2026
Ashworth & DrakeAshworth & Drake
Stress‑Testing France: Seasonal Risk Scenarios & Yields
Risk & Sensitivity

Stress‑Testing France: Seasonal Risk Scenarios & Yields

Seasonal festivals and harvests can inflate French rents — stress‑test vacancy, seasonality and regulation to convert lifestyle appeal into resilient net yield.

JC
James CalderJan 12, 2026
The YieldistThe Yieldist

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