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Monday, June 9th, 2008Estate agency fees, payable by both the buyer and seller, are also payable with the signing of the contratto preliminare. It sometimes comes as surprise to buyers who come from countries with different customs that they have to pay the agency. Remember you are buying a house in Italy, not anywhere else, so why should [...]
Buy a House in Italy - Step 4
Monday, June 9th, 2008Completion takes place before a Public Notary (Il Notaio) and his (or her) involvement is indispensible. Basically a government official, the Notaio witnesses the transfer of title from one party to another and collects the taxes due on the transaction. Contrary to popular belief the Notaio does not act for both parties; he acts for [...]
Italian property buyers checklist
Monday, June 9th, 2008If you are serious about buying a property in Italy, you should read our notes on the purchase procedure. Try to remember the following basic points:
There are no restrictions placed on non-residents wanting to buy property in Italy be you from the EU or most of the rest of the world; there are currently restrictions [...]