sammut115
Maltese looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 09 November 2022
Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport by Zooldrool
Hi All,Just catching up on the news I missed this year and saw this article:https://seenews.com/news/bulgarias-gorna-oryahovitsa-airport-eyes-passenger-service-report-1285744You think this could happen?. Could we be catching a Ryanair direct to ...
I really hope so , as it would save me over 3 hours drive to Polski Trambesh !!! Read More
Are we all paying attention? by JimJ
I'm feeling a little bemused - and indeed disappointed - by the silence within our little-but-merry band regarding the current political developments/upheaval.At the moment, Bulgaria is a boat with neither rudder nor helmsman, sailing into an ...
@gwynj I couldnt have said it better myself !! Read More
Has food cost increaed massively? by jeanmandredeix
Is it me or has food costs increased over past few months? I monitored my food costs on our last 6 week visit and we have only been here two weeks so far and they seem a hell of a lot higher.
@SimCityAT As much as I wholeheartedly agree with your comparison , unfortunately my other half will not touch any other coffee than Nescafe even if its half the price !! As far as I am concerned , coffee is just that , coffee . Read More
Has food cost increaed massively? by jeanmandredeix
Is it me or has food costs increased over past few months? I monitored my food costs on our last 6 week visit and we have only been here two weeks so far and they seem a hell of a lot higher.
@SimCityAT A jar of 200gr Nescafe classic coffee granules which we buy for between 4.99 to 5.99 Euros in Malta costs roughly twice as much in BG . Tetley tea bags , as far as my eyes can see , non existent . We were astonished at how high food ... Read More
ENERGO-Pro bils
Does anyone know how to go about obtaining itemized electric bills from the Energo -Pro website ? Its simple enough paying online for non residents but the bill they issue comes only with the amount due , without any details of usage . Read More
Real estate investment in Bulgaria by Boris-Gleb
My partner and I are now living part time in Varna for almost 3 years. We are looking for regular income on top of our pension. It could be wise if anyone had experienced local market. Purpose is to buy one or two flats and rent it. One of the main ...
@janemulberry Spot on . Very good explanation . Read More
Seeking advice about the Bulgarian housing market by GoingDutch
We, a family of 4, are struggling a lot with the Bulgarian housing market and are even considering leaving Bulgaria for this. We have been living (on and off) in Bulgaria for 4 years. We have been renting so far and have been trying to buy several ...
@GoingDutch I read your post with interest . Being Maltese and raised in one of the smallest if not the smallest and overpopulated state in the EU I yearned for some open space with perhaps my own garden /field in a quiet village where I can ... Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
A person by the name of RacRac has shown interest in doing some work for me and we have exchanged messages but when attempting to answer his last message it came up that he is banned . Any idea why ?? Read More
Building costs in Bulgaria by Suzi Masterson
im having a local builder out to quote me next month to stage by stage renovate my little house.i have a small 3 bed and a 2 roomed houses to connect to the electric and water (supply in thereish. as in 1 tap in the 2 roomed outbuilding im very ...
@janemulberry Hi Jane , would your builders be on the vicinity of VT ? Read More
My Experience of Bulgaria Never go to Bulgaria by GuestPoster357
NEVER go to Bulgaria you have been warned 1. Most EXPENSIVE Country in Europe2. Bulgarian Drivers are Devils 3. Groceries are 40% more expensive than Asda UK4. Weather 45 from May to September5. Dogs The Villages are full of dogs and Bulgarians ...
@GuestPoster357I am sorry to tell you but you are so so wrong . Why dont you pop over to Malta and try buying a 1 bedroom 50sq mtr flat ? You will need the best part of 150,000 Euros . Try renting a 2 bed flat in any area , you will need to fork out ... Read More
Your neighbours in Bulgaria by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in Bulgaria, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in Bulgaria: Tell us ...
@gwynj Same here . I have the friendliest neighbours anyone could wish for . Thanks to all of them I am the recipient of free home made wine , rakija , fruits and vegetables and most important they all keep an eye open on my property when I return ... Read More
Payment of utility bills by sammut115
I have recently bought a house in a village near Polski Trambesh . So far I have managed to pay my electricity bill online directly on the ENERGO-PRO app . But as far as finding a way to pay for the water bill I am finding a bit confusing . So far ...
@alanjolly65 Hi Alan . If its any help to you , I went personally to my water suppliers office in Polski Trambesh to verify a few things . I was assured that my water supply will not be suspended whilst I am living abroad and all I have to do is ... Read More
Payment of utility bills by sammut115
I have recently bought a house in a village near Polski Trambesh . So far I have managed to pay my electricity bill online directly on the ENERGO-PRO app . But as far as finding a way to pay for the water bill I am finding a bit confusing . So far ...
@gwynj Hi Gwynj and thanks for your input . I went to the Company office in April to change the ownership of the water service in my name . Problem is that I signed the contract but was not given a customer/account number that I can identify with to ... Read More
Payment of utility bills by sammut115
I have recently bought a house in a village near Polski Trambesh . So far I have managed to pay my electricity bill online directly on the ENERGO-PRO app . But as far as finding a way to pay for the water bill I am finding a bit confusing . So far ...
@mickg As my house is in Radanovo , I have to go to the Polski Trambesh payment office as well . The problem is that when they gave me the contract to sign at the office they didn't give me a customer/account number . Read More
Payment of utility bills
I have recently bought a house in a village near Polski Trambesh . So far I have managed to pay my electricity bill online directly on the ENERGO-PRO app . But as far as finding a way to pay for the water bill I am finding a bit confusing . So far ... Read More
Cost of Building a house from scratch and plot permissions by Yuri1976
Hello,I am currently in Sofia and looking at the property market.I was wondering if any of you have experience and/or suggestion about regulated land, plot permission and builders.An alternative for me would be, if possible, to buy land and build my ...
@gwynj Thanks for your explanation . In an earlier post you mentioned that you have a friend in Plovdiv who imports these ready made structures from Turkey . As it happens I have been doing some research on prefabricated homes from Turkey and it ... Read More
Cost of Building a house from scratch and plot permissions by Yuri1976
Hello,I am currently in Sofia and looking at the property market.I was wondering if any of you have experience and/or suggestion about regulated land, plot permission and builders.An alternative for me would be, if possible, to buy land and build my ...
@gwynj Intersting read as always . But if I may ask , what does SIP mean ? Read More
The work culture in Bulgaria by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in Bulgaria[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in Bulgaria[/b] can be both exciting and ...
@Johnavann Woww !!! Read More
Finding a cheap house in Bulgaria by John123470
HiThis is a rather broad question and depends on the area one wishes to live in. I am inclined toward Povdiv or Burgas.My priority in price.聽I am looking for a single house on a bit of land so can grow vegetables etc. Ideally the house would be ...
@gwynj Sensible advice . Well said Read More
Bulgarian Myth- Food Prices by johnsimpson511
Id been looking at Properties in Bulgaria for about a year and i finally travelled there to look at some houses. One of the reasons i wanted to live in Bulgaria was i had been told it was the cheapest place to live in Europe but boy was i surprised ...
@janemulberry Very well said !!! Read More
Heating/ Hot water options by Stacy Harris87
Hi All, we have recently purchased a home outside VT and are looking at options for our heating and hot water. Our property is quite small so petchkas may work but we are wondering what everyone else does for hot water mainly and heating? Is a back ...
@Earthling1 I am also of the same thinking . I am in the process of purchasing a house in rural Bulgaria and have already stayed in the village twice since October to get the feel of how the locals live , shop , getting to one village to another , ... Read More
Bulgarian Myth- Food Prices by johnsimpson511
Id been looking at Properties in Bulgaria for about a year and i finally travelled there to look at some houses. One of the reasons i wanted to live in Bulgaria was i had been told it was the cheapest place to live in Europe but boy was i surprised ...
@johnsimpson511 You simply cannot compare prices for the same product with other countries !! What about logistics , transport cost and local taxes ? And I can tell you that just because two countries are both in the EU does not mean that they have ... Read More
Roof replacement cost by janemulberry
Has anyone recently had a roof replaced? Would you share how much it cost? I've been quoted a very high amount for mine, far more thn I expected.
@janemulberry Hi janemulberry , I sent you a PM regarding the contact details of the person or company that did your roof . Any help would be much appreciated . Thanks , Mario Read More
Any decent roofers , plumbers and electricians in Veliko Tarnovo ?
Hi , I am a new member in the process of purchasing a house in the village of Radanovo , VT . However a few repairs need doing and I am on the lookout for tradesmen who can help me out . Would appreciate any contact numbers of any tried and tested ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
@Yoginee Thanks very much Yoginee . At the moment I am on the lookout for a good roofer , plumber and electrician for a project I have for the near future . Thanks ,Mario Read More
Putting in new windows and doors - costs? by noel6
Hi all Can anyone give us some idea on costs for putting in new PVC windows into a house in the VT region and also PVC exterior doors and what experience you have had and also any recommendations? Thanks in advance
@Yasmin White Hi Yasmin . Would you be kind enough to tell me who did your roof because I am looking for a roofer in VT , preferably someone who comes recommended . Thanks , Mario Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi , just joined here . My name is Mario and together with my partner Martha we are buying a property in the lovely village of Radanovo in the Veliko Tarnovo region . Just fell in love with the serenity of the area , away from the hustle and bustle ... Read More