Taxed out of their home country, M & M were drawn by Bulgaria’s affordability, safety and laid back pace. Their portfolio spans two regions and two property sectors, aiming for a long-term passive investment strategy focused on tax-efficiency. Further acquisitions are in the pipeline.
Regales Family Saint-Martin
Crypto-rich, property-poor - until discovering Bulgaria. The Regales family converted digital gains into real estate, building a portfolio across four Bulgarian regions where entry prices remain affordable.
The family portfolio continues to expand and now exceeds a combined 70,000 sqm of forest and property.
A&M Deutschmann South Africa
Patience rewarded. Expat business owners in Sofia, A & M took an indirect route before discovering Bulgariadirect.
Three years of searching, three estate agents and three disappointments later, their forever home finally appeared, key-ready by the Danube. Enjoyed today as a holiday base and planned for retirement in the years ahead.
J Semmence United Kingdom
Opportunity knocks. One random bid in 2014 saw J Semmence owning a modest fixer-upper in a country he’d never visited.
A decade-long, on-and-off renovation followed, resulting in a spectacular home and pool where he now lives full-time in retirement, enjoying the freedom UK working life rarely afforded.
S&J Goddard United Kingdom
Location above all else. Home owners at 24, self confessed travel addicts S & J chose a strategic corner with easy access to both Greece and Turkey.
Their Bulgarian base serves as both departure and return for each new journey. Ever expanding destinations and Sofia’s upcoming Terminal 3 are set to add new chapters to the couple’s travelogue.
Hill Family United Kingdom
Real-life-Monopoli. After testing the water with one Key-Ready home, the property bug soon spread through the family.
Three neighbouring properties have since been acquired, along with a vineyard for good measure. The long-term aim is simple: own the street.For now, the Hill family enjoy long holidays in Bulgaria while their vines and portfolio grows.
J & M Schallhorn Germany
Foundations in Germany. Future in Bulgaria. Having run a successful construction company, J & M were drawn to Bulgaria by opportunity, low taxes and a business-friendly climate. With their own home nearing completion, plans are already in motion to offer building services across South East Bulgaria, bringing their experience and precision to meet ever growing building service demand.
N & M Trebell United Kingdom
Living the returns of forest investment. Employing the age-old buy & hold strategy, N Trebell purchased his first forest plot through a Bulgariadirect auction in 2011. Over the years, additional plots were steadily acquired, growing the portfolio to more than 500,000 sqm. In 2025, the forest holdings were cashed in with profits funding a key-ready house, now set to become their retirement base.
We are often asked
Yes. By forming a non-trading company, land and property may be owned, purchased, and sold without restriction.
Entering into a purchase is subject to eligibility.
Instantly. You can move in and set your property plans in motion from day one.
Bulgariadirect. Sales are always direct. No sellers, agents, or third parties are involved.
Viewing is always recommended. Not photos, not videos - in person.
Always. By building your portfolio with Bulgariadirect, discounts apply from the second property onwards.
No. The purchase contract sets out default terms, including termination provisions.
Each Bulgariadirect property holds clear freehold title.
Before, during and after. We are here with each step up the property ladder.