Hi Marg
We use Garanti Bankasi where we have a sterling account and a lira current account. So far we have a standing order to pay our electricity bills but have much more to arrange in September. They do seem to be fairly popular among other members of the forum.
We have a duplex 3 bed apartment on a complex of 10 x 2 bed and 10 x 3 bed. There is a decent sized pool, managed gardens, bar, pool table and 24hr security. For this £590 per year. Then there is water, electricity and council tax. The latter we believe to be "not much".
Ken & Sue