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@Yuri1976

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Italian looking for information about Bulgaria

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Registration: 29 January 2023

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Yuri1976 created a thread
7 months ago

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

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last year
Yuri1976

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, ...

Yuri1976

@Tatiana TatianaHello Tatiana,Thank you for the links, very helpful Read More

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last year
Yuri1976

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, ...

Yuri1976

@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

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last year
Yuri1976

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, ...

Yuri1976

@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

Yuri1976 created a thread
last year

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

Yuri1976 created a thread
last year

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

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last year
D H16

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 $ ...

Yuri1976

@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

Yuri1976 created a thread
last year

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

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last year
rhyscarpenter

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 ...

Yuri1976

@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

Yuri1976 created a thread
last year

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

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last year
Johnstuart

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’d love to own, don’t ask me why. Can anyone see any benefit of being an owner or is this something that ...

Yuri1976

@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

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last year
Johnstuart

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’d love to own, don’t ask me why. Can anyone see any benefit of being an owner or is this something that ...

Yuri1976

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

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last year
kaththomas700

Highest and largest flag in Europe by kaththomas700

News online from the Guardian newspaper. Bulgaria now has the highest and largest flag and poke in Europe. Somewhere up in the mountains. Interesting ...

Yuri1976

@kaththomas700 mmm...compensate for something?:D Read More

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last year
xpatbg

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?

Yuri1976

@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

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last year
jimcrickuk69

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 ...

Yuri1976

@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