Tips for Buying a Property in Croatia

Located in the South-eastern Europe between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Slovenia, Croatia has one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, as well as a rich culture that was a result of a fourteen century-long history. No wonder, millions of tourists flock in this country every year just to witness its interior beauty, and prompted the National Geographic Adventure Magazine to name Croatia as Destination of the Year in 2006. This is also the reason why more and more non-Croat are finding Croatia a wonderful and friendly place to invest for a house or apartment and making it their second home.
If you are thinking about buying a property in Croatia, it's best to equip yourself with a few important things before jumping on board. Below are some tips you must consider to avoid risking your investment:
Have a location in mind. Croatia has several regions and knowing where you plan to buy a property is as important as checking out how convenient and affordable the place it. Are you planning to buy a property in Istria, a peninsula with notable interests? Or perhaps in the Dalmatia region? Having a location in mind is a great way to begin your property search.
Be specific with what you need. Once you have chosen the location, the next important thing to identify is the kind of property you're looking for. Are you interested in buying an apartment or a villa? Villas in Istria particularly allow you to enjoy fantastic views of Italy and the Alps. Further inland, there are apartments that have great views of superb beaches and acres of lush vineyards.
Do your research. Nothing beats a thorough research. The more information you know about the specific region you're eying the better your chances for locating precisely what you need. Likewise, checking out the various regions in Croatia gives you details about what you can expect from regions like Istria, Dalmatia, Kvarner, and so forth.
Hire the best real estate agent in Croatia. Real estate agents know where the best deals are. They know which properties are within your budget. Hiring the best real estate agent you can afford in Croatia could help you with your purchase. A word of caution though, make sure to check on the background of the real estate agent, such as the qualifications and the history of experience in dealing with real estate.
Tell your agent what you want. Once you've hired your real estate agent, be sure to inform your agent about your requirements. Explain the details to your agent so that s/he knows the type of property you're looking for, your preferred region, and your budget.
Know the rules and regulations of Croatia for non-Croat buyers. This is very important because just like other countries in the world, Croatia may have certain policies and rules for non-Croat buyers.
Of course, your real estate agent can also orient you on this; however, it's best if you can do your own research as well.
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