Essential Steps for Buying Property in Cyprus: A Comprehensive Legal Guide Buying property in Cyprus is a rewarding investment that requires careful preparation. At Michalaki, Pitsillidou & Co LLC, we recommend undertaking specific actions to ensure a smooth, secure, and legally sound property acquisition. Step 1: Conduct Thorough Legal Due Diligence Before committing to any...Read More

Drafting a Cyprus Will for Property in Cyprus While Living Abroad Owning immovable property in Cyprus as a non-resident is a significant investment, but it also brings with it crucial responsibilities—especially when it comes to succession planning. If you reside abroad but own property in Cyprus, preparing a Cyprus Will governed by Cyprus law is...Read More

Pregnancy Discrimination During Job Applications in Cyprus: Know Your Rights In Cyprus, job applicants who are pregnant are legally protected from discrimination — yet many still face bias during the hiring process. Whether subtle or direct, pregnancy discrimination is both unethical and unlawful. This article explains how Cypriot law protects women from discrimination during employment...Read More

Understanding Land-for-Property Exchanges (“Αντιπαροχή”) in Cyprus In the Cypriot real estate world, the term “αντιπαροχή” (antiparochi) is one you’ll hear often. It’s a unique land-for-property exchange arrangement where landowners partner with developers to transform empty plots or land into valuable new apartments or offices or houses or villas—without any money changing hands in most of...Read More

Understanding Rent Increases and Types of Tenancies in Cyprus: A Legal Insight In Cyprus, the legal framework governing tenancies is divided primarily between statutory and contractual tenancies. The distinction between these two types of agreements plays a crucial role in determining a landlord’s right to increase the rent. The principal legislation that comes into play...Read More