Yuri1976
Italian looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 29 January 2023
Kit cars registration to drive on road
Hello,This might sound odd, but I would like some info about kit cars.I plan on building one and want to know if anyone has any experience and if you can get plates to drive them legally on the road.For references, Kit cars are usually built on ... Read More
Looking for building company or competent builders near Pernik/Sofia by Yuri1976
Hello,NOTE: If you have to say ''Ask in the village'' JUST DON'T...THANK YOU!I have been trying to get a builder/building company/quote for a month. So far I didn't even get a quote. The only one I am currently in touch with that, at the least, ...
@Tatiana TatianaHello Tatiana,Thank you for the links, very helpful Read More
Looking for building company or competent builders near Pernik/Sofia by Yuri1976
Hello,NOTE: If you have to say ''Ask in the village'' JUST DON'T...THANK YOU!I have been trying to get a builder/building company/quote for a month. So far I didn't even get a quote. The only one I am currently in touch with that, at the least, ...
@gwynjHi, thanks for the long reply. I know how they price here and have a rough idea of what the quote should be - also because I have already done all the bills of materials and priced it on Praktiker...which is supposedly expensive compared to ... Read More
Looking for building company or competent builders near Pernik/Sofia by Yuri1976
Hello,NOTE: If you have to say ''Ask in the village'' JUST DON'T...THANK YOU!I have been trying to get a builder/building company/quote for a month. So far I didn't even get a quote. The only one I am currently in touch with that, at the least, ...
@GuestPoster366Wow...why are you still here?I don't have any of this problems really so far. as for overpricing...food prices are what they are and they are comparable to Western Europe now.I have used a mechanic in Sofia (expensive city), he fixed ... Read More
Looking for building company or competent builders near Pernik/Sofia
Hello,NOTE: If you have to say ''Ask in the village'' JUST DON'T...THANK YOU!I have been trying to get a builder/building company/quote for a month. So far I didn't even get a quote. The only one I am currently in touch with that, at the least, ... Read More
Registering my UK Car
@wtruckyboy EU gestapo? Well if you don't like it you can go back to Albion. After all, you racist islanders made the same kind of argument and see how well is playing out now. Why don't you go back to the UK if is so bad...and ohh, learn some ... Read More
Looking for someone who can help tomorrow - also over the phone
Hello,I need to change the electricity contract and register at the police. For the electricity they already know me and the contract is half done, but I need to finalize it because they needed to check the meter first and now I dont have anyone to ... Read More
Moving to Sofia by D H16
Hello, I plan on moving to Sofia next year from the US. I have a $1600 pension and a large savings to last until I am 60, which is when my pension will triple. I just want to know the basics, what is important to know and if can I live off that $ ...
@D H16 Hello. Price is Bulgaria as skyrocketed compared to just 3 years ago. So, 1600 is really not much in Sofia nowadays and you have to be careful around nuances...I am not trying to say Sofia/Bulgaria is bad...unfortunately, real estate are bad ... Read More
Group for expats in Sofia/Pernik
Hello, Finally managed to close a deal for a house and now trying to find expats in my area. I saw there should be a facebook group but I was kicked out of facebook a few months ago (no reason whatsoever, hadnt even used it for years. Only kept the ... Read More
purchasing a property by rhyscarpenter
Hello!Any tips on things to look for when purchasing my first property in BG ? i am a former carpenter & builder by trade,i know what to look for in that aspect, i will obviously be hiring a solicitor also, but before i complete the move which ...
@rhyscarpenterHello, I have just bought a property around Pernik, because I need to be close to Sofia for work. I would say all the point above are correct and add a couple.Don't trust even your lawyer. I was told the property have over 2000sqm of ... Read More
Reliable/Cheap Accountancy and Legal services in Sofia
Hello,These questions pop up quite often on the forum, but the latest threads with some info are 3/4 years old now.I am currently looking for a reliable and reasonable accountant or lawyer that can help me with the usual suspects :Opening companyTax ... Read More
Forestry Land Advice by Johnstuart
Hi and many thanks in advance for viewing. Now, my thoughts are to invest in a small parcel of broad leaf forest..., just something I鈥檇 love to own, don鈥檛 ask me why. Can anyone see any benefit of being an owner or is this something that ...
@asapfixs1Unlike the UK, there is no max allowed for living on your land.In the UK, when you own a wood or forest, you are still not allowed to be there for more than 28 days a year, including camping...and this is straight fascism.But consider that ... Read More
Forestry Land Advice by Johnstuart
Hi and many thanks in advance for viewing. Now, my thoughts are to invest in a small parcel of broad leaf forest..., just something I鈥檇 love to own, don鈥檛 ask me why. Can anyone see any benefit of being an owner or is this something that ...
Hi,As a general rule of thumb, you are allowed to build anything temporary that does not have a foundation.So, for instance, you can put a working shed, or even a small cottage, as long as you don't have a cement slab or systems like septic tanks ... Read More
Highest and largest flag in Europe by kaththomas700
News online from the Guardian newspaper.聽Bulgaria now has the highest and largest flag and poke in Europe.聽Somewhere up in the mountains.聽Interesting ...
@kaththomas700 mmm...compensate for something?:D Read More
Reliable Estate Agents? by xpatbg
What are the trusted or reliable Estate Agents of Bulgarian Property Market? How about the "Premium Properties BG" premiumpropertiesbg.com ? Any comments or experiences with them?
@chris walshe Why don't you sell it by yourself?Otherwise just post it open not exclusive so many agents will try to sell it and you have more chances Read More
Re Driving from Bulgaria to the UK by jimcrickuk69
Hello, imformation required from Expats that have done this trip , i understand that this has been discussed before but this will be my first time driving back to the UK .I have bought a car from a dealer in Kyustendil and i am driving it back to ...
@jimcrickuk69 Hello there,I made the trip. First, make sure you have everything you need regarding stickers and stuff.Also, check if the countries you will pass through have paid toll highways or use something called Vignette. You can buy eVignette ... Read More
Varna - cost of renovation. Looking for info/ideas around costs by Yuri1976
Hello there,I have just hooked up a house near Varna. The house has 'most' renovation done, but there are still a few 'must' and some others that I would be interested in (over some time).First off, The cost to render all the external walls (brick ...
Hi, All@Anastasija_gust @gwynjThe reason I was a bit dismissive was that the house is approx 20km from Varna but is one of those little Hamlet with 4 houses right under a hill. Everyone around (I reckon there are maybe 2/300 people in total) is ... Read More
Varna - cost of renovation. Looking for info/ideas around costs by Yuri1976
Hello there,I have just hooked up a house near Varna. The house has 'most' renovation done, but there are still a few 'must' and some others that I would be interested in (over some time).First off, The cost to render all the external walls (brick ...
Ask people in the village...Wow, just wow! Read More
Varna - cost of renovation. Looking for info/ideas around costs
Hello there,I have just hooked up a house near Varna. The house has 'most' renovation done, but there are still a few 'must' and some others that I would be interested in (over some time).First off, The cost to render all the external walls (brick ... Read More
Cost of Building a house from scratch and plot permissions
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 ... Read More
Bulgaria Bankruptcy Auctions - cheap property? by gwynj
I recently found the website which lists the bailiffs in Bulgaria, and the properties that they have for sale as a result of bankruptcy/repossession.I'm not sure how easy it is to actually to do a deal. It's all in Bulgarian, and the process seems ...
@Vasilev Cheers, that actually explains a lot of the craziness! Read More
Bulgaria Bankruptcy Auctions - cheap property? by gwynj
I recently found the website which lists the bailiffs in Bulgaria, and the properties that they have for sale as a result of bankruptcy/repossession.I'm not sure how easy it is to actually to do a deal. It's all in Bulgarian, and the process seems ...
@Teodora Angelova Sure, I can get a 'certified' appraiser to sell my Picasso, any taker? Read More
Bulgaria Bankruptcy Auctions - cheap property? by gwynj
I recently found the website which lists the bailiffs in Bulgaria, and the properties that they have for sale as a result of bankruptcy/repossession.I'm not sure how easy it is to actually to do a deal. It's all in Bulgarian, and the process seems ...
@janemulberry I have noticed the same...the starting asking prices are ludicrous sometime.Can find much better and cheaper on imto or bulgarian properties 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 ...
@John123470That's a problem... bureaucracy...or they actually really don't want to repopulate because it is convenient for them to get funds from the EU, foundations etc.As of Today, there are 6000 Ghost towns in Italy, and many towns and villages ... 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 ...
@John123470https://www.idealista.it/geo/vendita-case/alpi-orobie/con-rustici/?ordine=prezzi-ascA few examples here...there are other websites...this one seems to have a lot on the Orobie close to Sondrio and the Como Lake and Switzerland. Again, I ... 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 Jesus man!!! :DIf I move there, I am thinking of employing at least one person...but hopefully more, as I would also like to give back to any place that can cope with me. The problem would be that is people are so entitled, lazy and/or ... 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 ...
@John123470Don't even try the 1 euro option...you don't want to deal with Italian bureaucracy.Those towns usually have zero services, and the deal will come with incredibly stupid limits and boundaries, incredibly high costs in terms of time, ... 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 ...
I guess the concept of 'cheap' can be very broad. It depends on your finances, where you are and what you expect in return for your money.In some places in the UK, you can't even buy a Box for your car with that money.But I found, quite oddly, that ... Read More
Finding a place for a month or so
HelloI will be coming to Bulgaria in the next two weeks, and I would like to know if there is any board to rent a place for a month or so.So far, I have been using AirBnb, but the selection is not that great and quite pricy.Ideally, looking for ... Read More
Average salary and commission for a sales guy? by Yuri1976
Hi, This might be a bit specific, but I was wondering you anyone knows how much would it be to hire a sales representative with good English and potentially portfolio or experience.I was already scouting for someone last year, but problems with my ...
Well, I was more interested in general cost of work. But, going into details:fully remote/work from homecontract(will be invoicing my company)base salary plus commissions on salestaking care of European market (so English a must, but ... Read More
Average salary and commission for a sales guy?
Hi, This might be a bit specific, but I was wondering you anyone knows how much would it be to hire a sales representative with good English and potentially portfolio or experience.I was already scouting for someone last year, but problems with my ... Read More
Adjust the EOOD salary by ander123
As an EOOD only employee/shareholdercan you adjust the salary so that all profits get distributed as a salary (ending up 10% tax above social cap compared to 14.5% via dividends ?)I heard and saw conflicting opinions, could you confirm this is ...
That s an interesting topic for me. Alas, I have had this idea to move my business to Romania and I greatly regretted it.But Maybe Bulgaria, especially if I become tax resident there, could be an opnion...although bureaucracy and missing the ... 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 ...
@cyberescue1 3 grants for council tax seems a lot. I have been moving around London coucils quite a bit, I was in Hackney, Wimbledon (Merton), Wandsworth, Islington, Kingston etc...Merton was thee most expensive one (135GBP per month)Alsa, as single ... Read More
Can you get Amazon or shipping from EU countries? by Yuri1976
Hello again,I was wondering how is mail service in Bulgaria, especially around getting equipment (Amazon, supplies form other EU countries) in Bulgaria.did any of you try? can you get shipments or you need to organize a private courier??Cheers,Yuri
Thanks all for the info. I agree, ordering from the UK is not an option. I desperately need to buy equipment (PC rig)...in the UK I used scan, now the import is 30% to ship to Europe and most likely with be crushed at the custom border while ... Read More
Can you get Amazon or shipping from EU countries?
Hello again,I was wondering how is mail service in Bulgaria, especially around getting equipment (Amazon, supplies form other EU countries) in Bulgaria.did any of you try? can you get shipments or you need to organize a private courier??Cheers,Yuri Read More
Black Mould on walls and ceilings - how to get problem fixed! by jackietancred
We have a house in Bulgaria which at the moment are using it for our holidays with the plan to spend half the year there. However we are experiencing black mould in the next extension part of the house and not sure how we can solve this problem. ...
If the Mould came out n an extension is almost entirely likely that there is no insulation or very poor one. Outside humidity pour through cheap work and create the conditions for the mould to appear. It might not be cheap to properly fix it. Read More
Can a foreigner get a mortgage? by Yuri1976
Hi again,The same noisy guy from before...in my search for information, I must first thank a lot of you for all the hints!!!Looking through properties for sale. I am often finding that you can pay monthly...how does it work? every property can be ...
Hi All,as a frst property in Bulgaria would go for cash in hand. I think spending hundreds of thousands is too much of a risk for a couple of reasons:you never know, you might get bored and want to move out. As I said I have seem high prices from ... Read More
Buying a place in MominaTsarkva by Steve310
Hi all just in the process of buying a place in MominaTsarkva. Been trying to move to Bg for 5 years then Brexit and Covid put the brakes on it. So finally decided to just do it. More than happy to listen and be guided by expats in the area. Place ...
@janemulberry Hello Jane,you can really build wooden chalets in a forest without permission?do you know if they can have cement foundations and have stuff like electricity/sewage/water or have a well and solar(that you know of)?Do they have also ... Read More
Can a foreigner can a mortgage or...
Hi again,The same noisy guy from before...in my search for information, I must first thank a lot of you for all the hints!!!Looking through properties for sale. I am often finding that you can pay monthly...how does it work? every property can be ... Read More
Thinking about moving - looking for information and advice. by Yuri1976
Hello All,I am an Italian and British currently living as a digital nomad. After leaving the UK because of Brexit and subsequent craziness, I have been travelling around Europe trying to find a place to settle down and buy a house.Bulgaria keeps ...
Hello All,thanks for the best wishes and suggestions.I think I can break down my search into three main topics.-> property market. Can anyone suggest some good website (i assume Bulgarian ones are better) or realtor?I dont speak Bulgarian, so I ... Read More
Thinking about moving - looking for information and advice.
Hello All,I am an Italian and British currently living as a digital nomad. After leaving the UK because of Brexit and subsequent craziness, I have been travelling around Europe trying to find a place to settle down and buy a house.Bulgaria keeps ... Read More