Bahrain Guide: Property
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Introduction The Bahrain property market
In 2003, the Kingdom of Bahrain officially opened property investment to foreigners. This led to a massive increase in the value of real estate. more » -
The search How to find a property in Bahrain
Before you start your property search in Bahrain, you should consider what residence you want to live in. There are a lot of homes with special amenities, such as a pool, a garden, and an attached garage. more » -
Purchase process How to buy property in Bahrain
Before you purchase a property, you should make sure that the seller really owns the property, that the property has been constructed legally, and that the structure is in good order. If you purchase from a developer, you should make sure that they have not been involved in any fraud. more » -
Mortgages Paying for your Bahrain property
Bahrain has over 400 banks and financial institutions, including insurance companies and Islamic banks. You should be able to find a bank that will give you a mortgage at a reasonable rate. more » -
Legal issues Taxes and inheritance
The Kingdom of Bahrain levies no inheritance tax. This, however, does not mean that inheritance itself is easily sorted out in Bahrain. more » -
Additional costs Utilities in Bahrain
Water and electricity are provided and subsidised by the government. You get two bills, both of which are issued by the same government authority. more »