Real Estate in Italy

Purchasing or selling property as a foreigner in Italy can make an already complex process all the more challenging. Lacking a familiarity in Italian or an understanding of real estate law or property valuation in Italy can lead to pitfalls. As your legal representation here, we assist you in every step of a real estate transaction, from property assessment to the closing of a purchase. We give you the peace of mind from any undesired complications or outcomes .

Purchasing a property in Italy

Purchasing a house in Italy abroad can be complicated for foreigners who lack knowledge and understanding of the legal steps involved in completing a purchase.

Our team can work with your realtor and seller to make sure all transactions run smoothly. We take care of the drafting and review of all contracts involved in a sale, as well as their translation of them into English for your personal reference.We can assist you with the legal formalities involved in a sale, such as the official signing and filing of a proposta d’acquisto (purchase offer) to the property’s seller;  the signing of a preliminary sales contract arranging terms of payment (contratto preliminare), and finally with the closing of a purchase agreement, known as a contratto definitivo di compravendita, and the filing of any requisite documents or fees involved. 

Appraising a property in Italy

Our network of legal and appraisal contacts can also help you manage the various complications of evaluating a property.  If you lack the ability to visit a property on site, or do not have a sufficient understanding of property values and laws in a particular region, we can service you with the appropriate professionals to both  assess the value of a prospective property,  and provide an overview of any relevant property laws to take into consideration in your purchase.

Most of our clients have found this service to be quite helpful when doubts arise from possible misrepresentations of property value. We will be able to survey and report the premises accurately to you, addressing any concerns that you may have. We can also make sure that a property is in compliance with city and commune regulations. All of our appraisers are vetted by their expertise and impartiality, and have no connections with local sellers.

Additional legal services

We can also draft for you any additional terms and conditions of a property purchase that you may seek (such as guarantee clauses assuring the property’s condition and stability.) For buyers looking to renovate or develop their property, we can confirm any legal requirements or restrictions in your commune ahead of time. 

We can also assist you in property tax matters. First time home buyers in Italy can take advantage of tax benefits per their residency, by which they will also need to pay accurate property taxes annually. 

For more information on the formal steps involved in the legal purchase of a property in Italy, read our blog entry here.

Feel free to contact us regarding any other enquiries that you may have.