Buying A House In Italy - Everything You Need To Know

[@josepasqualetti5302]

Iam Italian and one think u should know is the way real estate agents descrive the house the have a way to say thinks so you always expect the worst condition so you won’t be disappointed 😀another thinks always asking for discount on the % to agency and always offer 25%less on the askin price the rest is very well described on this video

[@sunshineparadise1]

Very interesting and informative

[@LaureninGermany]

Grazie mille!

[@jonVegas76]

Grazie

[@JuliannaForlano]

Thank you!

[@GSgaming7aa]

I want to go to itly please help me

[@antonella923]

As italian I can say that the compromesso you sign at the agency giving a deposit is only partially binding. Namely the seller can pull out even if he has to give you double your deposit (which it would take years and very costly as you need to pay a solicitor to obtain the payment if he does honour the agreement); in fact he can still sell the house at higher price which it might cover the double deposit he ought to pay if he pulls out. Therefore I would strongly suggest that the compromesso (agreement) made at the agency and the deposit is registered, at extra cost, al catasto (land register office). In this way the seller cannot pull out at all and the house shows to be "sold" to any other researcher/potential buyer that the seller might wish to sell at a higher price. I did this myself and glad I did....might cost an extra 1000 or two thousand euro but very worthy doing!! Good luck and have a pleasant stay in Italy...my country of birth

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

We have never had this kind of problem.

[@evelyntan5588]

Wow, this is the challenge about buying properties in a foreign country. It is hard enough to read legal documents in your own language, there are other things such as the ones you listed which could cause a lot of headaches. Italy is one of my favourite countries and I can see why some people would love to live there.

[@josemariass]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly Universe of buyers is huge, His advice is very good, nothing to do with your experience. Could be happen everywhere in Italy 🇮🇹 🤔

[@sirhoopalot1]

So how does a buyer protect themselves? Or does the process simply favor he seller and that's the way it is?

[@heroinevoyages]

Puede mandarme un

[@jimcregan1618]

I showed up here in Bologna 41 years ago with a pack pack and a guitar. I live on the pianura now; totally flat farmland , looks like Illinois. Less than 7K residents and I'm the only American in town! But I found this video by chance and watched it. My compliments. It is very clear and accurate. Step by Step. The bureaucracy in Italy can be slow, complicated and frustrating. Then finding people you can trust to manage the rebuilding of your home, whether you're there are not. How's your Italian?. Great video.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks! My Italian is ok, could be better. I need to study, study, study.

[@Ka-lob]

it's called a back pack*

[@myviewkristinamclaughlin5157]

@@Ka-lobhe had a typo. So rude!

[@tatie7604]

Sounds nauseating and terrifying.

[@josephsgroi4474]

You can’t imagine how much you lifted my spirits today. I’ve dreamed about doing something like this for years and fantasize about it every day. Life in the US has become intolerable for me.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi Joseph. So happy to hear that we helped make your day!

[@mistylee717]

Same!

[@wendyelainedonald]

What an informative video. For years I worked in UK and constantly fanticised about living in France/Italy. Family responsibilities called me back to Australia and those past 12 years have flown and I recognise it is too late for me. To anyone else out there - live your dream. Take the plunge

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks Wendy.

[@milliondahlia8780]

Hi Wendy, have you made a move yet? Do you speak French? I have a small Aptm with a 50 square metres garden in Evian les Bain, on the " lake of Geneva" if you are interested please let me know and I'll give you all the details? Bye 👋

[@seanogallchoir3237]

In the New EU, to ensure the rights of EU Citizens is priority, non EU persons may no longer be able to live or work. is. True Citizens & Language Act.

[@wannababrit]

I too stayed too long at the fair and now, with no pension, I can't see how I could move to either France or Italy. My heart is there every day and I support it by watching MHz series. In a way, that makes it worse!

[@angelaberni8873]

It's NEVER TOO LATE !!!

[@jackiediener5072]

*Lisa helped us buy our dream home!* When we first started thinking about buying in Italy, it became clear how difficult it would be since we weren’t able to travel there ourselves and didn’t speak the language. Working with Lisa not only helped us clarify where in Northern Italy might be a good fit for us, but her “boots on the ground” service provided original photos and videos not available online. Lisa earned our trust quickly as she was incredibly knowledgeable about the process and willing to help us every step of the way. We can’t imagine how we would have become the owners of our dream country house without her!

[@sherikennedy4117]

thanks for this info. we are just beginning our process and i will be in touch with lisa. i have been searching on my own and agree with what she says about the online information. lol.

[@jjauger96]

That's awesome! May I ask are you American? I'm thinking of doing the same thing ☺️

[@jojotamayoayo1709]

Language study is the present goal here, as well as the computer&id issues as well.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Only a fraction of that!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Yes, I am American.

[@charlesmaguire8836]

Lisa you are dynamite and we love your presentation. Most impressive. Exceptionally well researched and articulate coverage in every detail. Keep sharing your experiences and thoughtful advice.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Wow, thank you!

[@annettecinquemanifalbo17]

Thank you! I found this video today and to be so informative. My great great grandparents sailed to New Orleans in the late 1880's from Palermo, Sicily. My great great grand mother, Rosalia Frisco Passalaqua was expecting their first child when she sailed alone to live with her new husband in the USA and to raise their family here where my great great grandfather Giuseppe, who'd arrived to the US before her, set up his shoe store in the French Quarter. It took two months for her to arrive and she'd already given birth to a set of twins on the ship, a boy and a girl, Phillip and Rosalie, "Lillie" my grandfather's Mother, who married Bernardo Cinquemani and they had 7 children. My grandfather was Joseph Paul Cinquemani Sr. He died on April 20, 1976. I've had a deep yearning to travel to Italy for many years to visit their homeland. My 5 children are all grown and married now and I'm not expecting any grandchildren from them.. I've been divorced from Mr Falbo for 29 years, and I'm ready to make plans to go. Thank you for this important information you provided for me today. I'm considering selling my farmhouse and land here in Texas. We'll see how the USA is doing in 6 months. 🤷🙏

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi Annette. Quite a history. Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@annettecinquemanifalbo17]

@barbaraboix8211 it would be an amazing experience for me! I'd like to go there very much! Maybe one day my dream will become a reality! Thanks for commenting!

[@Roxy00726]

The best and most informative video I came across. We are thinking of leaving Australia and move to Italy.

[@clairelivefreeordie2551]

Why are you wanting to leave Australia? Just curious

[@MariaLopez-hc2nm]

VERY expensive compared to Europe, too Far for family visits, weather is changing.. especially in Melbourne, getting rough like the rest of the world, and the Insects 😱😱😱😱

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for the good words! and thanks for watching.

[@Jasonrm92]

€170,000? Are you kidding me? That is absolutely incredible. Italy is one of my favourite places - it’s beautiful.

[@channelone3]

@@CattyMcMeow There is a catch, as usual. One needs a source of external income. Making a living in Italian countryside is very difficult.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi Tamara. We bought this house in July 2018.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

We moved here and we are making a living. But the great thing is we need to make soooo much less here... Watch for our video coming soon on Living In Italy.

[@Jasonrm92]

@@channelone3 I work in tech so I’m lucky I can work remotely anywhere. If there was an internet connection I’d be good to go! These Italians countryside houses are incredible though.

[@Jasonrm92]

@@sherikennedy4117 I actually checked properties in that region and most of them clock in between €100,000-€180,000. So yeah, you can definitely get these kind of houses in Italy for that price. Here in Scotland, a similar house would cost £600,000+ & you wouldn’t get the weather either. Crazy!

[@rkomgm3932]

My goodness you have put so much effort into this Thank it helps me achieve my dream of living in Italy from Australia Thank you

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Our pleasure!

[@davidh9844]

Very, very tempting! I/we lived in Padova for 7 years when I was a student. It was very, very difficult in the beginning, at the end, it took armed guards with crowbars to pry us away, kicking and screaming. Now older, much, much wiser, retired, financially very comfortable, I don't think I would want to live there permanently, but several months out of the year, August NOT included, would be very tempting. I'll do some homework. Still family ties, kids, grandchildren, close friends, the roots here run very deep. Italy is our other home. We are very well versed in its faults and foibles. And I still know how to fill out a cartabollata and where to buy one, even if my spelling is atrocious.

[@sherylmay2572]

Excellent, clear and all encompassing information! We close on our home purchase in Northern Tuscany next week. Wish I had found your video before! We would have definitely been less nervous.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks Sheryl!!! Enjoy your new home.

[@lauram3281]

Can you share info on what you bought!

[@michelleachacoso4983]

My husband and I are going to do this and move to Italy as well. I'm so glad I found your video and channel.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

One step at a time and before you know it, you're here!

[@davidh6799]

Great video and information. Love your home. I subscribed. My question is who are the 17 people who would give this video a down vote. That makes no sense at all

[@krustycreme1093]

Typical nasty internet trolls!

[@jchi9341]

What an informative video! Your description of the listings we can see online (and the unusual focus on stairs, while skimming over the kitchen) was on point and hilarious. I plan to fly out and get a feel for the area and yes, contacting you will be on my "to do" list. Thank you.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!

[@brandenborn9510]

Thank you for your generosity in providing so much useful information. The idea is something we are interested in, though we have some time before retiring, and this video is a good reason to use your services. We'll keep you in mind as the time comes!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you.

[@saskiaguy1940]

We currently live in Cape Town, South Africa. This has always been a dream of ours to move to Italy, but it’s seemed like such a major thing to navigate. Grateful to have found you on KZbin. My husband is British and I hold a Dutch passport (born in SA). We would not need a loan so would be cash buyers. I imagine with me having a Dutch passport, buying in Italy and moving there would be easier than someone with a non-EU passport? This video has made me very excited! I’m going to check out your website ☺️

[@Smartychase]

Go for it

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi Saskia. Thanks for watching. Buying in Italy is quite easy for any citizenship (once you have found the location and the house you want) and moving to Italy is quite easy if you have an EU country passport. But moving to Italy with a non-EU country passport is a major thing. Per my research, the rule for spouses of an Italian Citizen is that they can apply for Italian citizenship after two or three years, depending on if they live in Italy or not.

[@salvatorelivreri]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly for those not living in Italy, they may apply after 3 years; if they are living in Italy, after 2 years. Both of these times are reduced by 50% if they have minor children (so 18 months and 12 months). We are thinking of doing this for my wife since my citizenship by descent was recognized about 2 years ago. The problem is the B1 language requirement prior to even applying, and then the government can sit on the paperwork for up to 4 years! I really liked your video and will look at your website. Although my aunts and uncle live in Palermo, I fear Sicily would be too hot for me as I have gotten much less tolerant of heat and humidity in the last few years. Perhaps the North would be better, especially since I prefer fog and rain!

[@somebodycalledme]

Hi Saskia, as an EU citizen, you can relocate to Italy freely/indefinitely. As per your non-EU spouse, once he relocates to Italy (on a touristic visa, which generally lasts 90 days) and you have obtained/formalised your residence at your chosen address (which takes max. 45 days since applying for it to the municipality), you should apply for a residence card/permit of stay for him as "family member of a EU citizen" (so-called “Carta di soggiorno”), which is valid for 5 years since the date of application. This application can be submitted directly to the police headquarters (“questura”) of your province of residence or any of its representative offices (“commissariato di polizia”) or indirectly via most Italian post offices, and is conditional on you exhibiting sufficient means to “maintain” your spouse: such requirement can be easily satisfied by showing a modicum of liquidity on one or more bank accounts at your name (25.000-30.000 euros will surely be enough, probably even just 10.000 euros will suffice). Upon applying for your spouse's permit, your spouse will be handed out an application receipt (“cedolino” or “ricevuta postale”), granting him the temporary right to reside/work in Italy (but not the right to freely travel within the EU/Schengen area). The receipt will be traded with the actual permit once the latter is ready (may take several months). This information is based on my personal experience as Italian citizen relocating to Italy from abroad and having to issue such permit for my non-EU wife. Hope it helps!

[@vittorioflosi5196]

Simular locations are available Also in the centre of Italy. I m living in Tuscany and here you can have similar options

[@jilljensenliving]

This is the best and most clear cut vide I've seen regarding buying in Italy. Thank you. I hope to use your services.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you! Would love to work with you to find your Italian home.

[@johnaldbury9814]

Simply outstanding video. You both were informative, interesting and entertaining.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks so much!

[@allyc8904]

Wonderful video! So much helpful information. Subscribed! Bravo to you and your friend for signing up for such a great adventure. I am jealous. Now if I could just get my husband on board!

[@jojotamayoayo1709]

We watched it at least 3 or more times enjoyed the sense of humor as well,I would have already signed up but my email is giving my spouse a bad time.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks!!!

[@rickchumsae7974]

Hi Lisa. Nice job on your first youtube video. Time for the next one? May I suggest one detailing your service and fees, including when your fee is earned and when it is paid. Then fifty or so on the usual things: learning the language, kids, taking care of the 8 acres, local shopping and dining experiences and costs. Again, nice work. I happen to be a broker in Texas so found it interesting to learn about the process. Antonella, below, brings up an issue that actually exists in all or most American states and that is the seller can walk away from the agreement at any time... to clarify, in the US, contractually the seller cannot just walk away because of specific performance language in the purchase agreement, but practically this is rarely used by the buyer due to expense and time to pursue. Similarly, the seller is able to but rarely would pursue a buyer on specific performance due to cost, time, and the ability of a buyer to "disqualify" their ability to buy. One nice feature of many state purchase agreements is the Option paragraph, giving the buyer a typically 2-week period to get inspections done while in-contract with the bonus ability that the buyer can dissolve the agreement without giving a reason - it is unilateral. Here, in El Paso, buyers usually pay $50-$100 to make the Option paragraph legally valid... but, interestingly, in Texas no Earnest Money is required to form a legally valid contract. Forge on!

[@andrewwainne2603]

..you cant just walk away.....all depens what was written in the presales contract.....and if you do walk away you will have t opay a fine which is ussuaally 10 percent of the cost of the house.....and in some c ases you cant walk away at all

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks! Things do work a bit differently here. That is why it is super important to have someone like us who is experienced to counsel and represent you as a buyer.

[@margomoore4527]

Please! Do that video on heating pre-1920 houses in Italy! I would find it fascinating!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Working on it.

[@AntonioBanderes77]

Thank you for taking the time to produce these very informative videos. My wife and I have been to Italy and Sicily many many times and are looking to change our lives for the better and to slow down and smell the Chianti. We will be contacting you soon for your assistance.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks Anthony! Life is as slow and old-fashioned here as you want it to be...

[@rajasaad2896]

Hi

[@socal-lasolas]

So happy to stumble on to your channel, I can't believe you are from Long Beach, California which is where I am (have lived my whole life)! So I can REALLY relate to how expensive it is to live here. Looking forward to watching all your videos!!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks Leslie. Loving Italy but I do have fond memories of Long Beach, especially the tacos and burritos!!

[@peanut71968]

Great presentation! Clear, articulate, informative and inspiring! Thanks for posting!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@annawoods5184]

When is your next video due? Incredibly well documented, excellent in explaining everything, hope the Covid pandemic did not have any detrimental effects on u or I family in Italy. I wish u all well & look forward to your next video😃

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks Anna. All is super here. We will post our next video soon!

[@sophiak8051]

Fantastic video. We are rooting for you. We hope to join you in Italy soon.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

We hope so too!

[@justindees1889]

Great video! I'm just now starting to look at homes online and doing research about where to buy a property in Italy. I have lots to learn, so I appreciate you putting this video out! Thanks again!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you! And thanks for watching.

[@lorigerson3647]

Fantastic video, really informative, professional, gets right to the info you really need, I wouldn't hesitate to work with these people!

[@rajasaad2896]

Hi

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching!

[@aidaovasapyan9951]

I like your program I’m thinking to do the same things move from expensive California , when I’m ready I will ask your help it’s good idea and thanks for information

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching.

[@kimm7882]

Your video is absolutely fantastic. Straight forward and detailed. You cover breakdowns and photos. Thank you so much for sharing! I am glad I found you as I am interested in moving to Italy and thinking to buy.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks!

[@carlav8357]

I want to buy a house in Italy! My dream. I lived in Southern Italy before, Brindisi, San Vito

[@keywestcatlady]

It Looks like a GREAT Area! Am familiar with Lucca/ Firenze but am Loving the seclusion and incredible buildings and landscape! I’m staying Tuned, Thank-you, Lisa!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Totally agree!

[@maragrace820]

Amazing food, cheese, and wine in Piedmont.... they are perfect!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

We agree!

[@kordoliver]

Hiya, I am looking to buy a place to retire to in Italy and came across your channel and you have helped a lot on info IM 61 yrs old and in good health but want to move from the U.S. and enjoy the time I have left , so I like that there is someone that offers a service to go do the leg work on checking out a place out , I will be sharing this with freinds that want to move there too so I am watching your vids now to learn more on the move there , be safe and may you be happy with your life we only have one

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for the good words. See you in Italy soon!

[@hatersgonnahate4343]

My husband and I left the States and are nomads at the moment. I’m in the process of getting my Italian citizenship with an immigration attorney which will take a long time. We are in love with you both and want to have you represent us. On my way to your website! Thank you and look forward to speaking/meeting you both.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks Joni. Look forward to meeting you as well.

[@ArtemisX]

This is by FAR the best video I've seen on buying a house. I pulled out of a sale because I was confused, not getting clear information or instructions. I will be contacting you.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for the good words and thanks for watching!

[@GianniDAlerta]

Subscribed! Dream to have a home in italy. Please post videos on the homes you have found. Seems like the area is spectacular

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching. This area is special...

[@leilal8053]

This is awesome 👌. My cousin in Australia is looking to move to Italy.....and I will be moving there with her I just forwarded this to her.😊

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks. But !!!!! there are restrictions for Australians buying houses in Italy. This is because Italians are restricted for buying houses in Australia and Italy practices reciprocity. Make sure you check into this...

[@leilal8053]

@housefindersnorthernitaly Thx 4 the heads up. She is also looking into reclaiming her Italian citizenship as her grandfather was Italian. It's been a long process because they were from Istria, and the Yugoslaves have done their best to change last names etc.

[@chrisbeckstrom6182]

SOLD! Thank you for 31 minutes and 9 seconds of a fantasy trip I could take if I had any money. I would throw it at you! Cheers and Happy New Year.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@kg3718]

Hello greetings from Lake Garda. Thank you so much for the best informative video regarding this matter we have ever seen.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Our pleasure! Love Lake Garda!

[@nni9310]

sitting at the office, watching this. makes me want to up sticks and head to Italy.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

I won't say that it doesn't have its challenges. But for me it was so worth it.

[@leslieiglesias3621]

Just starting the process and great suggestions. I will probably watch 3 more times and listen to your comment people. Thanks again for your service!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@berthasanchez6559]

god you are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place full history.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@lesp315]

This has nothing to do with luck. More like hard work and persistence.

[@victoriaalgra3675]

We’ve been pondering this idea for a few year’s ever since our daughter went to school in Florence and interned at the American Embassy in Rome. We love the old world Italian charm and I love that location of Piedmont with access to all those fantastic city’s. Thank you for the very heartfelt information about the steps to take. I’m discussing a possibility about this adventure with my husband. We are in the midst of rebuilding our company after the Covid close down but it’s a real possibility for us. I subscribed to You’re U tube channel. Grattzi Millie 🌟🍝🧣

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!

[@gabrielesantucci6189]

Grazie mille!!! Not gratzi millie🤌🤦‍♂️😂😂😂

[@victoriaalgra3675]

@@gabrielesantucci6189 In AMERICA you learn to say something positive if anything at all. I read you’re other version late this morning And it’s so nice to be corrected by someone who probably has never traveled the world or even tried with understanding to lean manners. But nevertheless my new home in Lake Como is almost finished and so I will be traveling to immerse myself into proper language lessens in Florence with the real authentic Italian’s Ciao !🏛️🍷🍕

[@mickeybailey1108]

In the last two years my son and I have been to Piedmont three times. I did a lot of research from the US on Italian real estate websites. I believe my experience with real estate and being a contractor helped a lot. Plus I have spent time in Piedmonte twice before. It is a lot of work to find the right place and the right village where you will be happy. Your service sounds like a good one. It is very confusing to find the right place. We are just 8km north of Asti in a beautiful village of about 2,500 people. The more time I spend in Italy the more I love it. Settling into this village will be fun. People are so kind and helpful. The bad news is the geometra did not tell us about the roof requirements. It will cost a lot to restructure the roof on our 1900 farmhouse. We did not expect that. I feel like I should have spotted it. But I really wanted to be in this village, and it is such a beautiful historic local house. We probably have three or four years of renovation to do as we will both still be living and working in the US while the work goes on. I hope we get to meet one day as we are clearly in the same area. It is also possible my partner and I will want to find our own house somewhere in the area. Great information, thank you.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi Mickey. You pinpointed two uber important areas where our knowledge and experience really comes into play. Checking "sotto tetto" - under the roof -- is one of the many Buyer Protections we insist on for our clients. And advising the desirable villages to our clients and steering them away from less desirable locations.

[@vaskylark]

Beautiful home you have.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!

[@RajSinghKhalsa]

I love what you have done to your beautiful home, I'm due to retire in the next 8 years and will be following in your footsteps

[@Lovemy60to70era]

The best most informative video I have ever seen on buying property in Italy. I am first generation Italian and thought about Italian citizenship however the websites seem to cancel me out or are very expensive to have someone give you information. I love your house.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!

[@jamie615]

wow this is very informative thank you so much. I hope to sell my apartment in New York and move to Puglia with my mom as we have family in the north...it would be a dream. california is not affordable. im so excited! thank you for your videos! do you know anything about real estate in Puglia?

[@mariamanahane1145]

fyi: i also follow Super Savvy Traveler, i think they are focused on the southern region of italy.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you! Our Finding Services cover Piedmont and Liguria. Our Buying Services cover all of Italy.

[@JustinCiriello]

It was very kind of you to give such a thorough explanation of this process. Thank you!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Glad it was helpful!

[@angelaschmidt3661]

I laughed out loud when you showed the two pictures of the staircase. Thank you

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

My favorite photo was a close-up of an ancient hornets nest encasing a light fixture.

[@joshconzemius]

Best video I have ever seen about buying property in Italy or any foreign country. Well done!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!!

[@elenapowers6804]

Love this video, it answers sooo many questions! I cannot find your moving to Italy video...???

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank Elena. How To Move To Italy video coming soon!!!

[@chantal3804]

Very informative. Great presentation. Love your enthusiasm. Bravo 👍🙌👏👏👍

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!!!

[@garretsanchez]

complimenti per questo video. molto utile! magari un giorno avrò la possibilità di vivere in Italia :)

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you.

[@Aiisimportanttoeveryone65]

Hi Lisa. Wonderful video so, explicit. In the beginning I would like to rent a small farmhouse ( I am along) and go to visit North/South/East and West to see what city or small town like most. Then, decided to buy a small place 2/2. and fix it. Love naturally. Thank you Liza. Blessing and continue with your videos because you are good and detailed. 😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Sounds like a great plan. Thanks for the good words.

[@annedodd5888]

Will definitely check your website and contact you as I’m here in Italy looking for a house to either rent long term or buy. Very informative video. Thank you.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching.

[@kevinaudette9550]

What a great video! Information is organized and presented very well. Looks beautiful in Piedmont. Best wishes.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you! You too!

[@13COU]

I love your video! I've been trying to figure out how to move to Europe (France was my first option) but honestly I think Italy would be a better fit. I currently have more than enough money to but something small, as I am a single person. I would like to keep my purchase under $50K and would love to know more about the area you are in. I checked out the website but I'm not sure how to go about looking at these properties or buying property overseas. Feel free to reach out to me as I would like to discuss this further, chow!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi 13COU. Lots of information on our House Finding and House Buying services on our website. You can also book a one-hour conference call with us to discuss anything about finding and or buying a house in and or moving to Italy. www.housefindersnorthernitaly.com/contact-us

[@katsybo]

I’m very interested in northern Italy as I’m a fan of cooler weather. I’m very interested in your services.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi, we’d be happy to work with you. You could message me thru Instagram or fb or contact us through the website at the Contact Us /Get started page. www.housefindersnorthernitaly.com

[@katsybo]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly thanks. I’m in the process of selling my place in AZ. I’m temporarily relocating to my small place in WA. I will be contacting you sometime in the next 6-months.

[@violetarodriguez4840]

Thank you for the info !! Great tips always help!!Enjoy your italianhouse

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching.

[@keithburnett5870]

Wow! Many thanks for providing rock-solid information. You have me seriously pondering a home in Italy...

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Our borrowed motto - don't just dream it, do it! Now is the time, especially in Piedmont where houses are still very affordable.

[@KaterinaFerrara]

Grazie!! We want to see more of the house 🤔🤔❤️❤️

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

More to come! Next video is all about how I renovated and how much it cost me.

[@jazzyjaz8949]

AMAZING!!! THIS VIDEO WAS A GOD SEND! On my way to your site😊

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Wow, thank you!

[@LeeroyyyyyJenkinssssss]

I hope to do this one day

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Buying a second home in Italy is not difficult - with the right counsel to guide you. Moving here is another story...

[@mariagillinson8527]

Great information. I’m looking for a house with a garden or a couple of acers. I’ll be watching your vlog and reaching out. I don’t mind a bit of a fixer upper.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching and the good words. Lots of inventory like that available in the Piedmont region.

[@dmiller2055]

I would love to live in Italy for 3 months if the year.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Citizens of many countries can spend 3 months here without any special visas.

[@patlsmith404]

Thanks for all the info and will definitely keep you in mind. We'd love to have a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, kitchen/dining & living. Original as possible. Definitely livable. A couple small fireplaces. Seen several by video on the sea/ski side of the country since my GRT nephews & nieces would be coming. Have 2 Labradors, so when we come to stay for months at a time they would be coming.🌟 We live in NE Alabama. Traveled to Italy for Christmas & New Year..... Way more beautiful than I even anticipated!😍💥🚅🚝 Took trains from Milan, Bern, Innsbruck, Bologna, Rome and back to Milan. Breathtaking!❄🌧😎🎇 Thank you!💖

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Sounds like a plan!

[@MrBrownnn696]

Thank you for this video.... You sold me I'm gonna get a house in Italy

[@MariaLopez-hc2nm]

We'll buy it together and pretend we are married ☺️

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

You should!

[@francescoquaglia4061]

I live in that area, if you have any question feel free to ask!

[@lisalovelylpa]

Any earth quakes ?

[@francescoquaglia4061]

@@lisalovelylpa no, never

[@elkabong5547]

The video shows an incredibly beautiful area. I hope it is great for you.

[@brigodoro]

@@lisalovelylpa In this part of Italy earth quakes are really uncommon, because the area is not above any fault unlike central and southern areas wich are on the adriatic fault.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

@eh6794 I have had no issues. Everyone is pretty friendly.

[@janebrant3999]

i wish you can discuss price of buying 1 Euro houses in each province. also cost of rent in each place. always helpful to have an update

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi. I am not versed on 1 Euro houses. There is a lot of information about them online. Same with rental costs or procedures but lots of the larger real estate sites do have rentals available and market info.

[@vaunmalone3064]

Very inspiring woman and you've done an amazing job. I am astonished, there is no Zillow - one stop Internet shop. An opening for Tech entrepreneur.😊 ❤

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching and for the good words.

[@PinkRobinCamp]

Thank you. This is good quality content. Very informative and clear presentation. love it. Just couple of questions. What's the general guideline of loan interest we are looking at? What's the capital gain tax and profit gain tax(rental)? Much appreciated

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for writing but those are questions out of my wheelhouse - best asked of an accountant.

[@LightMovies]

The capital gain in Italy is 26% on the difference between the cost you spend to buy the house and the cost of reselling. I.e: if you buy the house spending 50.000, and you resell it at 60.000, you'll pay 26% on 10.000, so 2.600. But this only if you sell the house within 5 years. If you resell the house after 5 years you pay 9% on the total selling price. But if it's your residential house you don't pay any taxes if you sell it after 5 years. The rental taxes depend on different factors. If you're a professional rental, you pay 22% per year, but if you're a private rental you pay 21% the first year (imposta di registro/register tax), and every year you must pay the personal taxes on your reddit, which are minimum 20% up to 40%, depending how much you gain. In a socialism program, which Italy has, the more you get rich the more taxes you pay, and viceversa. Plus, there are local taxes: trash, water, etc... Which are recharged on the people you rent the house to, but if the house is not rent to anyone, the taxes are charged to the owner.

[@travelsgravy]

Great video answered all the questions I have in mind for years! Thank you. I will get in touch with you on your website.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching!

[@CF.]

You look so happy. I’m happy for you. 💕

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks! I am happy here in Piedmont.

[@COINsimp2024]

This is truly a great video, I hope you continue to post.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you, I will

[@patriceroberts8957]

Thank you for your information so useful and straightforward - trying to buy in Italy is certainly frustrating - we are finding that the estate agents seem to not want to communicate once we started asking specific questions regarding the property. We are on the third house now and it's seemed to have stopped again. Do you know of a similar company to yours in Apulia?

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Hi Patrice, We are working on two new regions -- Sicily and Apulia. Look for them soon, hopefully by May 2021, on our website www.housefindersnorthernitaly.com. Thanks.

[@patriceroberts8957]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly that’s excellent news. Thank you.

[@loren3160]

This is like the movie Under the Tuscan Sun. I love it!♥️

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Wow, thanks. Many say that Piedmont is like the Tuscany of 50 years ago...

[@gfree8037]

Can you offer more details on how you got the visa to be able to live fulltime in Italy?

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Lots more details on this in our Move To Italy video at kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3iZfmunp7immNU

[@danielaluisiburns9993]

Thank you for this wonderful and educational video. Another gorgeous region!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Our pleasure!

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Subscribed for later viewing. After visiting Italy twice, I'm very determined to buy a place there eventually. I'm torn between the close countryside (which, in the north, is generally only 2-3 train stops away from city centers), or something in a city center itself. I will definitely watch your vids with interest, because this is not a matter of «if», but a matter of «when and where».

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Lots to think about. We can't stress enough to decide on location first, house second.

[@begina1447]

I like happy endings. Did you manage to decide which part of Italy to live? 😊

[@daigaeiduka2140]

I’m also currently looking for a house in Italy and that was a really very helpful video, both on how to take the decision on where to buy and how. Thanks a lot!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

[@hownwen]

This was very informative and interesting. Good on you guys for doing this. Did you find it hard with the language?

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Not hard, just slower than I expected. I study a lot and even though I live in the country, I try to get out and speak with locals every day.

[@erikaruv22]

Very informative video. Currently learning Italian and looking for a work from home job so I can move out of Cali. So tired of working 12 hrs a day just to make the rent payment

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Digital nomad, work-from-home, internet based business - yes you can!

[@haydehabdolahian7691]

You didn’t tell us about residency’s law? Isn’t tourist visa just 3 month?so what is your’s? And how is the banking ?

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Yes, a tourist visa is 3 months. You can come for 3 months then leave for 3 months then come for 3 months, etc. See our video Move To Italy - it gives a lot of information regarding Visas and becoming an Italian resident. Banking is sufficient.

[@Petersparacio-fk2uf]

Hey Lisa , beautiful house I’m envious ,I live in United States in one tip I could give you instead of heating your home with a wood pellet stove ,maybe heat your home with a (anthracite)coal stove way more heat and less work.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks. It might be a bit difficult to find that material here - locally, without having to get it shipped from afar.

[@Petersparacio-fk2uf]

Monte Cerello Mine, Acceglio, Cuneo Province, Piedmont, Italy

[@wcedwardsjr]

Very informative, and interesting. Thanks!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Valhayden-ju7xt]

Wow the best 1_1. You covered everything. I'm so jealous of you. I live in the USA, I love the 30 siesta.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thanks for watching!

[@Troy-um6vs]

Now I want to buy a home in Italy , something that never occurred to me before ......!!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Many of our clients who now own a home in Italy had those same thoughts!

[@krustycreme1093]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly How hard will it be for us Brits to move there now, as not long ago, it was simple- now I'm not so sure unless we are rich as we've lost our right to live there due to stupid brexit!

[@andrewowen2499]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly Hi, please can I arrange a call from Australia? Your listed call times are after midnight here.thanks

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

@@andrewowen2499 Hi Andrew. I just added a new conference call time slot on our website for 7:00pm Sydney time (2:00am Los Angeles time).

[@andrewowen2499]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly Thank you. I have a booking for this Sunday at 8am (US time) which will be 1am in Australia. Is it possible to alter this please? Thanks

[@newtexan1]

A most helpful video! But I’m interested in southern Italy, Sicily, where my mother was born.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Sicily is magical.

[@6861Charley]

I would love to retire in Italy. Food, scenery and people are great.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Agree!

[@sweetpotato5543]

You have everything there... the second hand shopping would be so much Fun.. skiing in the Alps..

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

I especially love the peace and quiet, beauty and tranquility.

[@barbaraolson600]

What about heath care, language differences?

[@jaydagraham2407]

Healthcare in Italy is free to all people I believe, and they speak Italian. I’m sure many folks know english but it’s best to know some Italian

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

@@jaydagraham2407 Hi Jayda. Health care is not free to all people in Italy. You must be a resident - meaning you have your Permesso di Soggiorno or Permanent Residency or a citizen. And even then it is not free. If you are not a resident, you need to obtain private healthcare.

[@juliaterry903]

@@housefindersnorthernitaly Is there any way that Medicare works over there?

[@donnacooper5058]

If you become a permanent residence how long does it take to get your citizenship? Do you have to renounce your own country's citizenship? Your videos are great. How did you learn Italian? What is the weather like in Piedmont, summer and winter please. Thank you very much.

[@rejoiceinhisname4193]

Thanks a lot! Your story inspires my Dream! A tiny house from Italy is like winning a grand price lotto!

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you.

[@gustavos3411]

Extremely helpful, thank you so much! We have 3 kids (12, 7, 4) and we would like to know if you have school information within the area. Have you helped families with kids to buy residency there or this is not that common?

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!. I don't have kids so I don't know anything about the schools here. I never helped anyone with residency, only outlined the process in videos and books as I experienced it. There are lots of expat forums you could join to find out info about moving with families and children.

[@marianepham]

Wow! This video is so inspiring! I’ve dreamed of someday retiring in France and Portugal, now Italy.

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Thank you!

[@marisolcourtney-walker5480]

Wow! What a blessing. Do you need a roommate? ❤

[@LifeWithCandis]

Lol the sites photo review is pretty darn accurate 😂 This is so helpful thank you! 🙏🏽

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chasegittins3692]

Serious question how’s the wifi out there ?

[@housefindersnorthernitaly]

My business is online, even most of my phone calls. I have never had a problem.