When purchasing a property in a foreign country, it is very important to have a solid understanding of the key words that will be used in the real estate transaction. In one of our previous articles we discussed the main differences between the Proposta (“purchase offer”) and the Preliminare or Compromesso, (“preliminary contract of sale”)….
When people decide to buy their first home, they usually decide to purchase from individuals or building companies. However, in recent years, out of the many real estate market opportunities Italy has to offer, auctions have become a popular choice among many people. In fact, participating in a judicial auction offers the advantage of purchasing…
Despite the housing market having been influenced heavily in recent years due to health emergency-related uncertainties and a near-total shutdown, it is fair to argue that since then prices have risen in proportion to the high level of demand. This is especially true in Italy where a combination of factors such as the country’s lifestyle,…
If you own a holiday home in Italy or you plan to purchase one, you may be wondering if there are ways to optimize your investment returns when you are not spending time in your property. If this is the case, renting it short-term through Airbnb may be the right option for you. Undoubtedly, this…
Buying a property in Italy might seem an intricate process especially if you do not live in Italy and you do not speak the language. This article will draw from our previous articles in which we analyzed the process of selling and buying a property in Italy and it will address specifically some of the…
Italy is undoubtedly one of the most attractive destinations for many foreigners, and in recent years it has also become very popular due to the investment opportunities that its real estate market offers. However, the language barrier might discourage many when approaching the housing market, therefore it will be the aim of this article to…
The rousing motto “If you want something done right, do it yourself” can be risky when international real estate transactions are involved. In fact, international real estate professionals who have in-depth knowledge of the Italian real estate market are essential in cross-border real estate transactions, especially if the buyer is unfamiliar with the Italian real…