An autumnal place in the sun The Summer is officially over and the children are back to school once again. Autumn seems to roll around too soon and memories of summer, like our tans fade away. Why not prolong your holiday a little further by investing in a holiday home in Italy. If you have […]
Buying your Summer holiday home As the Summer holidays are fast approaching and children are looking forward to the long summer holidays, your thoughts may well turn to owning a holiday home. Italy provides the best combinations of sunshine, good food and great beaches, plenty of activities for adults and children alike. Once again we […]
Emphyteusis A recent topic of discussion is that of ‘Emphyteusis’ a regime which has its roots in the feudal system and is connected with the agricultural economy… … Farmers were offered the possibility to cultivate the land and sustain themselves. The ownerships were divided into three categories: – Dominium Directum – the right of the […]
Unclaimed inheritance With many heir hunting programmes popular on television, there are many reasons to be more aware of your rights as heirs and to inheritance which may be lying unclaimed. This ‘unclaimed inheritance’ consists of a separate asset waiting for an owner. After acceptance, this inheritance becomes part of the assets of the heir […]
A brief guide to property inheritance In the absence of a Will, who inherits my Italian property? If there is no Will, after death the following laws and principles will apply in Italy: • If the deceased was unmarried and without children, his/her parents and brothers and sisters will inherit the estate. • If the […]
From Italy with love Film locations in Bella Italia Italy is synonymous with love and romance and of course let’s not forget films. This Valentine’s day may not be for everyone but one cannot deny that there have been some spectacular films made in Italy over the years which showcase the beauty, diversity and our […]
Where to invest in Italy With the pound remaining strong against the euro, now is as good a time as any to purchase your retirement home in Italy. The strength of sterling allows you to perhaps stretch your original budget where you previously couldn’t a few months ago. With the new year well under way […]
A new year’s resolution in the sun If you are looking forward to the Festivities but realizing that you’ve probably spent more on Christmas presents than you intended to, a new year’s resolution could well be the solution in helping you save money. By buying a property abroad you are not only saving money year […]
Italian ancestry and inheritance Over recent years, tracing your family tree has become popular both through television programmes and our own personal curiosity of the past… … Who wouldn’t like to find they secretly own a villa in Tuscany or an apartment in Venice? These stories do exist and with more and more access to […]
Investing in an off-plan property in Italy Investing in an off-plan property is ideal if you want to follow the whole property development process from start to finish… … it enables you to realize your dream home and add those personal design touches along the way. When a purchaser makes a commitment to buy a […]