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Mistakes when buying real estate in Bulgaria: What’s important to know in advance

Buying property in Bulgaria seems simple, but that's precisely why many buyers—including Ukrainians, investors, and retirees—make the same mistakes.
Vikki

Founder of Egoist Real Estate Agency

09.01.2026
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Mistake 1: Purchasing without a clear understanding of the purpose

Before purchasing, it’s important to determine your purpose: living, relocating, renting, investing, or as a backup. Without this, it’s easy to choose the wrong location and property type.

Mistake 2: Focusing only on price

A low price may mask high maintenance fees, an inconvenient location, or rental difficulties. It’s important to evaluate the total cost of ownership.

Mistake 3: Ignoring annual expenses

Buyers often fail to factor in maintenance fees, utilities, taxes, and management costs, which is especially critical for investors and retirees.

Mistake 4. Incorrect location selection

Busy tourist areas aren’t always suitable for living, and quiet neighborhoods aren’t always suitable for renting. The location should match the purchase’s purpose.

Mistake 5: Believing in a guaranteed income

A guaranteed income is a common marketing promise. Actual income depends on the season, rental type, and expenses.

Mistake 6. Lack of document verification

Even if the property appears to be visually perfect, it is necessary to check the ownership rights, debts, encumbrances and terms of the contract.

Mistake 7: Buying without understanding the controls

If the owner does not reside permanently in Bulgaria, it is important to resolve the issue of management and rental in advance.

Mistake 8. Expecting that a purchase will grant a residence permit

Purchasing real estate alone does not automatically grant a temporary or permanent residence permit—this is a common misconception.

Mistake 8. Expecting that a purchase will grant a residence permit

Most mistakes are not related to the market, but to a lack of information and haste. A smart approach can help avoid risks and unnecessary expenses.

 

Our real estate agency handles turnkey transactions: we verify documents, support the purchase process at every stage, and, if necessary, manage the apartment for subsequent rental.
Vikki

Founder of Egoist Real Estate Agency

09.01.2026
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