Matera, the long journey from “national shame” to European capital of culture Matera, where poverty, backwardness and lack of the most elementary hygiene rules characterized the life of the inhabitants of the Sassi, two blocks on the upper part of…
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On June 27, 2019 a bill called decreto crescita, (growth decree) passed in the Senate and became legislation in Italy. The purpose was to reinvigorate the stuttering Italian economy; but it could also have major impact on the ability of…
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The number of transactions is increasing, but prices are falling. The real estate market for holiday homes follows the national trend, with a 6.1% increase in transactions compared to 2018 and a 1.8% drop in average demand: here is the…
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In Italy, a country heavily affected by the economical crisis following the 2008 subprime crack, foreclosures are abundant. That means that about 10% of the properties on the market are sold through judicial sales. These are great opportunities, since these…
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There is a growing interest in luxury real estate on the edge of the lake: in recent years, this segment of the real estate market is alive, thanks in particular to foreign capital investments. Among the most popular places for…
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Let’s see what are the main innovations of the 2019 tax decree for real estate Confirmation of the coupon option Canceled the rule that provides penalties for those who forget to confirm the option for the coupon (cedolare secca) on…
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Some tips to get a better deal when buying any property in Italy Don’t be in a hurry if you got deadlines to respect, or are in a hurry for any reasons, it will be harder for you to get…
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Real estate sales in Italy are going through a positive phase, especially in the big cities. In recent years, regional capitals have seen an increase in the number of investment-related transactions, also thanks to the activity of holiday homes. This…
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Foreigners wishing to buy real estate in the tourist areas of our peninsula are on the rise. After years of crisis, during which only the most famous and prestigious places had seen the cost of real estate remaining stable, the…
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Here are ten reasons that could prompt you to buy real estate in Italy, and the caveats that follow. You enjoy the culture of Italy or of one of its regions and would like to explore it more in depth….
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