My sister and I in Venice. My husband is in the Army. Almost one year ago (2013) he told me that we were moving to Vicenza, Italy; it seemed so unbelievable to me that we were actually that lucky! We were given the choice of living in Government house or private. We […]
Moving to Italy : Rome. Ph. Maria Artigas on flickr (flic.kr/p/aBNgQn) Here are some tips on how to make it easier to start a new life in Italy. Moving to Italy is a thrilling opportunity, but also one that requires courage and dedication. Thinking life will be one long […]
A common question asked in our forum was “How much do I need to earn to live comfortably in Italy?”. We thought it would be a good idea to share our knowledge and experience about the cost of living in Italy! A few caveats. The answers come from a number […]
A new project has been launched in Italy to give new life to State-owned buildings that are not used anymore. A specific part of the project is intended to safeguard Italian historic lighthouses. The “fari” (lighthouses in Italian) are often so picturesque or in such an amazing location, that their deterioration would be […]
Have you ever wondered how the Italian school system works? We in Italy tend to despise it and if there is a certain truth behind the critique, especially when it comes to the way people are hired and the rampant instability of education jobs in the country, it is also […]
Finding historical buildings for sale and buying real estate in Italy is a dream for many: from beautiful apartments in the historical centre of the country’s most famous cities, to charming little houses in characteristic rural towns and large, painting-like farms, Italy offers something for all tastes. Some, however, may […]
Moving to Italy: Guidelines for Residency in Italy Before moving to Italy it’s important to have residency guidelines well clear in mind Note: If you like to discuss Moving to Italy please use LifeInItaly Facebook group. The following are guidelines ONLY, not legal advice. We are not lawyers. All information […]
Investing in real estate and restaurants in Italy General investment situation in Italy and conditions in traditional sectors Investment opportunities in Italy are numerous, but changing conditions in international markets, currency fluctuations, and variations in the regulatory framework influencing trade as a result of the implementation of WTO disciplines have […]
Apartments or houses for sale in rural areas and small towns (Tuscany) If you decided to make Italy your new home, you can of course seek real estate opportunities in cities and towns, but the real estate market in some of the most beautiful small towns and rural areas […]
Italian Real estate Contract Il contratto preliminare di compravendita immobiliare STAGES Buying a property in Italy involves three stages: Proposta d’acquisto Contratto preliminare Rogito Notarile However, after you agree on price, and providing the vendor accepts your offer (proposta d’acquisto), the key and often-underestimated part of the process is drawing […]