How serious investors think about property in 2026 Investing in international real estate is no longer about prestige. It is about portfolio strategy, resilience and intelligent diversification. In a world where capital moves globally and risk is often local, owning property in the right jurisdiction has become part of a broader wealth framework. Not every destination makes s...
Croatia has become one of the most attractive lifestyle and investment destinations in Europe. EU membership, the euro, Schengen access and long term political stability have significantly increased interest from international buyers. From second homes on the coast to long term lifestyle bases, Croatia is increasingly viewed as a safe and accessible property market within the...
The Croatian real estate market is entering 2026 in a state of stable activity, but with a clearly changed dynamic. After years of strong demand and rapid price growth, we are now entering a phase of selection where not everything will succeed anymore. Demand is no longer mass driven, but thoughtful and selective. This is confirmed by data from the Tax Administration showing th...
San Patrik participated in the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Global Symposium 2025 — three days filled with inspiration, collaboration, and meaningful human connection. San Patrik’s CEO, Ivan Varat, attended the Symposium in Prague, one of the most influential international events in the global real estate industry. The event brought together p...
Dubai has become one of the most closely watched global real estate markets in recent years. At San Patrik, we advise clients who view property as part of a broader international portfolio rather than a standalone purchase. The interest is driven not only by luxury, but by a combination of population growth, international mobility, stable demand and a relatively clear legal fra...
Ivan Varat, Managing Director of San Patrik Real Estate, took part in two prestigious global events in Singapore: the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Asia Pacific Forum and the JLL Global Property Expo 2025. Accompanied by his son Patrik, Ivan represented Croatia as a destination, participated in a series of educational sessions, and connected with professionals fro...
San Patrik Real Estate proudly announces its participation at both the LeadingRE APAC Forum and the Global Property Expo 2025, taking place from 18–20 July at the prestigious Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Founder and CEO Ivan Varat, together with his son Patrik, will represent Croatia with a carefully curated portfolio of exceptional prop...
What will the Croatian real estate market look like in 2025? While no dramatic shifts are expected, several key factors will significantly influence price trends and transaction dynamics. In a recent article, Poslovni dnevnik cited my forecasts, but I would like to take a closer look at the elements that will shape the market and provide useful insights for any...
Croatia is on track to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), a move that is expected to bring meaningful changes to the real estate market. Planned legislative amendments will allow foreign nationals from all OECD member countries to purchase property in Croatia under the same conditions as Croatian citizens. This liberalisation will open the...
We are proud to share that Poslovni dnevnik, one of Croatia’s leading business publications, has published a feature on our founder Ivan Varat and the development of San Patrik Real Estate. The article follows our journey from family-rooted real estate beginnings to a boutique agency focused on luxury properties, as well as our membership in Leading Real Estate Companies...
Boutique real estate agency San Patrik proudly announces that Ivan Varat, CEO of the company, participated in the Global Symposium of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, which brought together top real estate professionals from 29 countries. The prestigious event, held in Budapest from September 24 to 26, provided an opportunity for experts from around the world to...
On Sunday, June 16, San Patrik had the honor of attending the prestigious Cartier Queen’s Polo Cup at the iconic Guards Polo Club in Windsor Great Park, United Kingdom. One of the key events in the world of polo, the tournament offered an excellent opportunity to experience this fascinating sport while providing a meaningful platform for networking and building new busine...
The Croatian real estate market was recently featured in the U.S. industry magazine Real Estate, published by RISMedia. The article formed part of an international overview of selected European markets, alongside contributions from Portugal and the Czech Republic.The feature was coordinated through the network of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and focused on local m...
U kontekstu trenutnih globalnih ekonomskih, socijalnih i političkih izazova, analiza tržišta nekretnina u Hrvatskoj za prvih šest mjeseci 2022. u odnosu na isto razdoblje 2023. otkriva značajne promjene. Ova analiza razmatra statističke podatke kako bi pružila uvid u trenutne trendove i moguća buduća kretanja. 1. Smanjenje broja transakcija Analizirajući trži&sc...
Croatia’s luxury real estate market has shown steady growth in recent years, and agencies such as San Patrik recognised this trend early on. In just three years of independent operation in a highly competitive industry, Ivan Varat of San Patrik Real Estate became the only Croatian representative within a global network of leading real estate firms.Leading Real Estate Comp...
