Property in Italy
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Published on 15 July 2008
The good news for anyone contemplating renovating a home in Italy is that the Italian property market is not expected to crash spectacularly like the Spanish housing market, nor is it expected to witness major drops in underlying real estate values. Such is the opinion of economists surveyed by Reuters who instead believe that the market will simply remain subdued in Italy throughout this year and next.
Therefore, if you were thinking that a move made now into the Italian housing market might not be a bad one, here’s a guide to the realities of restoring property in Italy for anyone committed (or crazy) enough to consider it.
Published on 20 April 2008
Before you rush into the idea of relocating to live in Italy permanently, or before you rush off and commit to a property purchase, it can be advantageous and make a great deal of sense to think about renting property in Italy first.
By renting before you relocate or buy a property of your own you can learn far more about what living in Italy is like, you can determine in which region you want to live or own a home, and you can get to grips with Italian ways without having the additional strain of your own home in Italy and the likely associated stresses weighing you down.
Published on 05 April 2008
Having decided that you want to invest in a property in Italy and make an income for yourself from the rental of that property, how exactly can you turn your plans into a reality?
In this article we take you through the realisation of a property investment strategy in Italy from start to finish so that you can find out what to do with your Italian investment property to make the most money from it.
Published on 25 March 2008
Oh hooray – at last some good news for would-be property buyers everywhere! There has been a major taxation review in Italy that has resulted in significant and positive changes for the nation’s property market.
As from now it is up to thirteen percent cheaper to buy property in Italy as purchase costs have been slashed, related taxes have been cut and a massive and significant boost has been handed to Italy’s flagging real estate market.
Published on 16 February 2008
Earlier this year there was an intensification of interest in Italian winter property for sale in the Alps, with those attracted to the region and the real estate for sale realising that property in the Italian Alps is actually for sale at a fraction of the cost of similarly well located homes in either France or Switzerland.
This return of interest to Italy could be the beginning of a trend that may see stronger levels of buyer activity in the Italian real estate market in 2008 because many buyers are now aware that property in Italy offers solid growth and yields over the longer term – i.e., it is not a market where profits are made overnight and it is not a market where there is an emerging interest in real estate, rather it is a solid market upon which realistic plans and ambitions can be based.
Published on 19 January 2008
Italy is such a stunning nation that really sells itself to visitors and requires little in the way of additional publicity from websites like this! That said, how can we not talk up the lure of the stunning Italian coastline, the fabulous cities, the rolling or mountainous rural interior, the delightful people, exquisite cuisine, fascinating history and robust housing market?
It is the property market that we will be focusing on today in this, our top tips for finding property in Italy, because for many people Italy is the dream, but finding a dream property can be more like a nightmare! What happens is that, more often than not, people don’t apply the same business minded approach to buying property abroad as they do when buying back home. In this article we will provide you with tips to keep you on the right track when house hunting in Italy.
Published on 15 December 2007
Buying property in Italy is a dream come true for many investors. The ancient attractions, the incredible culture, the beautiful beaches and picturesque countryside all make this Mediterranean country a prize in the eyes of not only investors, but also holidaymakers, expats and retirees. Recent and continuing growth in the property market in parts of Italy is working well to bolster buyer confidence, even if the cost of living is a tad high in comparison to other investment destinations.
The Italian property market has been and remains fairly strong. The country is experiencing its eighth straight year of growth and there appears to be no reason to believe a slow down is on the horizon therefore, buying property in Italy still appeals.
Published on 26 October 2007
Buying property in Italy to soak up the sights, the ancient history and the distinct modern flavour of many of its larger cities has long appealed to investors and expats alike. Although Italy has a fairly high cost of living and buying property in Italy can be quite expensive, investors and expats often look past all this because of the many distinct appeals of the nation.
On the investment front, Italy has a sustained tourism draw. It’s hard to deny the eternal and international attraction of places like Rome, Milan, Venice and Naples. For expats, the opportunity to explore the historic wonders first-hand while soaking up the culture over a longer period of time is just too good an opportunity to pass up. Fortunately, for those on a slightly lower budget, a new region in Italy is becoming popular with buyers. Those buying property in Italy are now exploring Calabria.
Published on 10 September 2007
Famous for her canals, gondolas, incredible architecture, fascinating history and all round and splendid ‘old world charm,’ Venice is truly the Queen of the Adriatic. When thoughts of buying property in Italy come to mind, it’s hard for Venice not to rank high on your list of dream destinations isn’t it?
After all, Venice is considered one of the most romantic cities in the world and its architectural and visual beauty really are unrivalled – so here’s our guide to buying property in Italy in Venice so that you are one step closer to making your dream come true.
Published on 08 September 2007
If you dream of moving to live in Italy or of retiring to Rome to trace the steps of Caesar or Mark Antony for example, you’d better start saving your pounds or your Euros! It is quite feasible to find property for sale within this historic city of culture and modern-day wonders - however property in Rome doesn’t come cheap!
The prices for the better located properties are often considered high in comparison even to other cities within Italy - and especially so when compared to other hotspots for international relocation in different countries in Europe such as Spain and France for example - so here are our buying property in Rome tips to get you started on your hunt for the perfect piece of well priced Italian real estate.
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