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This platform is edited and published by Laurie Kezas, a Greek-French Canadian political columnist and author of 13 books, who leverages her professional journalism background and local insights to share practical, well-researched relocation guides. Professional Affiliations & Contributions: • Previously featured in: To Vima, Lamprakis Press • Current contributor: Mononews • Author Profile: ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝΕΤ, National Book Center
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Healthcare: Understanding EOPYY Coverage

EOPYY is Greece's national health fund, not a card, an insurer. Here's who qualifies, what it covers, and where foreign retirees still need private backup.
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Who Watches Your Build While You’re Away

Building from abroad means trusting photos and phone calls. Maarten G. Verhoef explains what an independent supervisor actually checks for on-site — and why.
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Get to Know Peloponnese Through The Odyssey

Nolan's Odyssey turned Messinia and Acrocorinth into movie sets. We mapped the closest villages, and what daily life and the housing market actually look like there.
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Healthcare: Why Private Isn’t Optional

Private insurance in Greece isn't something most foreign retirees weigh up and decide against, it's written into the residence permit rules. Here's what's actually required, and how to choose a policy that holds up long after the visa is approved.
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Living in Trikala: The First Smart City

Trikala pairs Greece's smart-city reputation with mainland affordability and everyday local life — a quiet, bicycle-friendly option for retirees who don't need the coast.
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Discover Old Trikeri: Life Without a Car

A Community of Thirty Residents Survives Winter on Donkeys, Water Taxis, and Weekly Deliveries Old...
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Get to know Paxoi Through Maestro in Blue

A Greek TV drama turned Netflix hit uses Paxoi's beauty as narrative pressure. What that reveals, and hides, about year-round island life for retirees.
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Getting Your AFM On Your Own

AADE's digital pathway lets diaspora members and expats get an AFM entirely online: hosting declaration, video identity check, no fiscal representative or DOY visit required.
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Finding Your Corner in Athens Rentals

Before you sign a lease in Athens, understand the bank transfer rule, the three-year term, the security deposit, utility transfers, parking permits, and neighborhood realities.
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Living in Volos: A City That Stays Awake

Volos pairs a working port, a lively university, and Mount Pelion at its back, giving retirees a real city that never stops for winter.
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New Inheritance Law Opens the Market

A new inheritance law ends decades of property gridlock. Here is what it changes for foreign buyers and the Diaspora heirs ready to sell.
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Buying Off-Plan Property: Think Twice

Mega-project developments look irresistible on paper. For retirees needing a home within a fixed timeframe, the risks rarely make the marketing pitch.
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Get to Know Spinalonga Through “The Island”

Spinalonga’s history as a leper colony holds profound stories of survival. Discover the evocative island that inspired Victoria Hislop’s bestselling novel, The Island.
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Small Appliances: Ship or Replace?

Before you pack the espresso machine, do the real calculation. A practical guide to small appliances, voltage, and kitchen life in Greece.
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Leash on the Beach: Dog Owner Guide

Greece welcomes dogs, but beach rules and port police regulations apply. Understanding the legal framework ensures a smooth coastal holiday or island-hopping experience with your pet.
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Buying Property in Border Areas

Lawyer Alex Kassandrinos explains why buying property in Greece’s border regions can become a complex legal process for non-EU foreign buyers.
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Breaking the No Bill, No Service Cycle

Proving your Greek address is a confusing first hurdle for newcomers. This guide explains valid proof, required timing, and how to break the "no bill" cycle.
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After the Purchase: Renovation Costs

This guide provides realistic Greek renovation budgets, from light refreshes to full restorations, offering essential advice for foreign buyers managing high-quality property projects from abroad.