Dr. Kemal Şen
Background
I am Turkish, but was born and raised in Germany. I studied Mathematics in Germany and England before completing a PhD in Statistics
Professional Life
For over a decade, I worked at one of the world’s leading strategy consulting firms, the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). During my last five years there, I held the position of Associate Director, where I led highly skilled teams and advised clients on complex strategic challenges
Property investments in Istanbul
I bought my first lifestyle property in Istanbul in 2018 and have since purchased six additional investment properties there. I also bought a property in Ankara. Over time, the rental income exceeded our living expenses, allowing me to achieve financial independence at the age of 38
Why Istanbul?
Although I travelled extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Istanbul was the only place I truly felt at home. In 2023, my family and I decided to move here. We particularly love the Bosphorus, which I believe is one of the most beautiful places in the world
Financial independence
Achieving financial independence has been a complete game changer for me. It has given me the freedom to focus on what I genuinely enjoy and build something meaningful around my passion for Istanbul. I love creating in-depth content that presents the city honestly, highlighting not only its beauty but also its challenges. My goal is to help people make well-informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. I also enjoy supporting people personally who want to buy property in one of the world’s most beautiful cities