When dealing with a professional real estate agency, signing a property viewing agreement (or "instruction to view") is the first and most essential step before visiting any property. Under Greek law (Law 4072/2012), this procedure is strictly necessary and mandatory. No legitimate, certified real estate professional can—or is permitted to—show you a property without this document having been signed beforehand. Why is the Property Viewing Agreement necessary? Legal Obligation

On Monday, October 5, 2026, the draft budget is to be submitted to Parliament, outlining the key directions of economic policy, macroeconomic forecasts, and a comprehensive package of support and relief measures totaling €5 billion. The government is attempting to strike a balance between boosting incomes and addressing the high cost of energy and inflation. 📈 Key Economic Indicators & Forecasts The economic team prioritizes maintaining growth momentum: Growth: Expected to r

The new Council of State (CoS) Decision 1104/2026 puts an end to the administrative chaos surrounding lost building permits, establishing strict obligations for Building Services (YDOM) and protecting property owners and engineers. Key points of the decision: End to "informal" reconstruction: Locating certain plans or a simple internal memo is insufficient. The issuance of two official administrative acts by the Urban Planning Department (YDOM) is required: one to formally ac