“The apartment was fully equipped down to the last detail, just as they promised us,” “If I had to sum up my experience with Palmo—it was a winning experience.”
Robert Stern began exploring real estate investments in Greece with a clear family goal in mind: to build a property that would secure his daughter’s financial future. For him, this wasn’t just about buying an apartment overseas; it was a way to create a tangible foundation for her that would support her for years to come.
After meeting with the Palmo team, Robert decided to move forward, encouraged by the sense of trust that had been established during the meeting. Throughout the process, the team was responsive to his questions and available to assist him, right up until the project’s completion and the handover of the apartment.
The most important test came on the day of the handover. Robert says that the apartment and the building looked exactly as they had been presented to him at the outset, and that the property was handed over fully furnished down to the smallest details—or as he puts it with a smile: “Right down to the spoon in the drawer.”
A Brief Overview of Robert Stern's Story
- Purpose of the purchase: To build an asset for his daughter's financial future
- Selected destination: Greece
- The Decisive Moment: A Meeting with the Palmo Team and a Sense of Trust
- What Was Important Along the Way: Availability and Responding to Questions
- The Highlight: Handover of the Apartment and the Building
- Finishing Quality: A fully furnished apartment, with attention to every detail
- Another sign of trust: His business partner purchased an adjacent apartment
- Robert’s summary of the experience: “A winning experience”
A property intended for family use
Robert’s decision was driven by thoughts of the next generation. Rather than viewing the purchase solely in terms of price, rent, or appreciation, he considered how a property could become part of the financial future he hoped to build for his daughter.
Purchasing a property for a child can serve various purposes over the years. It may generate income, serve as a long-term investment, or provide the family with additional options in the future. When the goal is defined in advance, it is easier to determine what type of property is suitable, which location to focus on, and what the desired holding period should be.
In Robert’s case, the family’s goal made the quality of execution and the level of commitment particularly important. He wasn’t just looking to close a deal; he wanted to acquire a tangible, ready-to-use asset that could serve as the foundation for his long-term planning.
The meeting that led to the decision
Purchasing real estate in another country requires the investor to work with people who can bridge the gaps posed by distance, language, and limited familiarity with the local market. Therefore, in addition to choosing the country and the property, identifying the team that will guide the transaction is of significant importance.
Robert says that the meeting with the Palmo team left a positive impression on him and gave him the confidence he needed to move forward. The initial conversation gave him an opportunity to get to know the people behind the company, get answers to his questions, and understand how the process would unfold after the acquisition.
His gut feeling was the starting point, but it was reinforced along the way by the availability and responsiveness he experienced. As far as he was concerned, the support didn’t end the moment the decision was made, but continued until the property was handed over.
Availability that connects the investor to the property
When the apartment is located in Greece and the investor is in Israel, it is not possible to visit the site every time a question arises. In such a situation, the ability to get a clear answer from someone familiar with the project becomes a central part of the purchasing experience.
Robert highlights the responsiveness he experienced throughout the process and the ability to get his questions answered. The direct connection with the team helped him stay involved, understand how things were progressing, and feel that he had a point of contact guiding him until the project was completed.
Effective support is not measured solely by the number of updates sent to the investor. It is also judged by the quality of the responses, familiarity with the details of the transaction, and the ability to translate what is happening on the ground into clear and relevant information for the property owner.
Delivery Day as a Test of the Entire Process
In a project purchased before completion, the handover date is the moment when the plans, renderings, and specifications become a tangible asset. The investor can then assess the building, the apartment, the quality of the finishes, and the actual amenities they have received.
For Robert, the day of the handover was a particularly significant moment. He said that the building and the apartment looked great and matched what he had been shown. The fact that the design matched the final result reinforced his feeling that the choice he had made at the outset was the right one for him.
The phrase “down to the spoon in the drawer” illustrates his attention to detail. He doesn’t just focus on the walls, the flooring, or the overall appearance of the apartment, but on how ready the property is for use.
What does it mean for an apartment to be fully furnished and move-in ready?
In an apartment that is delivered fully furnished and equipped, the contents are an integral part of the product the buyer receives. Furniture, appliances, kitchenware, and other accessories can help bridge the gap between receiving the keys and beginning to use the property.
To achieve this level of preparedness, it is important that the specifications be clear from the very beginning. The investor needs to understand what is included in the price, which items will be delivered with the apartment, and what the planned level of finish is. On the day of delivery, you can inspect the property and its contents to ensure that the agreed-upon items are indeed present.
At Robert’s place, the complete furnishings made the handover a particularly tangible experience. The apartment didn’t feel like a space that still required months of finishing touches, but rather like a property in which thought and planning had gone into even the smallest details.
The trust that also led the business partner to join
One of the most notable parts of Robert’s story is his business partner’s decision to purchase an adjacent apartment. This decision illustrates how a personal experience can influence even those in the investor’s immediate circle.
The partner wasn't content with just a general interest in the project; he chose to join and purchase a property near Robert's. For Robert, this was a natural extension of the trust that had developed over time and the impression he had gained from the project and the team.
The purchase of two adjacent apartments may also open up future family, business, or operational opportunities. In this case, it primarily reflects the trust built throughout the process and the willingness to turn a personal experience into a shared opportunity.
How do you plan to buy a property for your children?
The first step is to determine what you want the property to do for your family. There’s a difference between an apartment intended to generate income over the years, a property planned to be passed on to a child in the future, and an apartment that may also be used by family members themselves.
Once you’ve defined your goal, you can adjust the budget, location, type of apartment, and level of amenities. It’s also worth considering how the property will be managed and the level of involvement the family wants to take on after the handover.
Palmo’s guide to buying a home in Greece outlines the key steps in the purchasing process. Before choosing a property, it’s also a good idea to review the proper way to analyze an overseas real estate transaction and consider how the deal aligns with your family’s long-term goals.
Why did Robert Stern choose to buy a property in Greece?
Robert was looking for a way to build wealth that would contribute to his daughter's financial future. After meeting with the Palmo team, he felt confident enough to move forward with the purchase in Greece.
What was important to Robert throughout the process?
The staff's availability and the ability to get answers to questions along the way were key elements of his experience.
What did the apartment look like on the day it was handed over?
According to Robert, the apartment and the building looked exactly as they had been shown to him. The apartment was delivered fully furnished and ready to move in, down to the smallest details, which he described as “right down to the spoon in the drawer.”
Why did Robert's business partner join the project?
The confidence Robert felt throughout the process also influenced his business partner, who chose to buy an apartment next door to his.
Are you considering purchasing a property in Greece for your family's future?
Robert Stern’s story began with a personal goal: to create an asset that would benefit his daughter in the future. From the first meeting, through the ongoing support along the way, to the handover of a fully furnished apartment, he experienced a process he summed up in two words—“outstanding support.”
At an introductory meeting with the Palmo team, you’ll learn about the projects available in Greece, define the purpose of your purchase, and explore what type of property might suit your family’s plans and budget.
