Italian Property | How much does it cost | What is the lifestyle REALLY like.

Thinking of buying an Italian countryside property to renovate and restore or want to live in Italy and wonder how much it costs to live in Italy? Italian property tax explained. Tips on how to find and search for cheap Italian property. How do you find the bargain houses and one euro houses. How does the Italian purchase process works? What are the taxes, utility bills, and costs to live in Italy? Why you should you choose Italy as a place to renovate or build your dream Italian home? What visas and travel permits do I use required for Italy. Which is the best Italian region to buy a house in?
So many questions. Thank you for sending them in. How did I find the house, how much did it cost, how does the buying process work in Italy, what was I told before I bought compared to what I know now after owning a home in Italy. Plus, why did I choose Italy and Le Marche region with a little more on the Italian lifestyle and how much I love it here.
This is extra content to my main renovation project and channel which is about my restoration of a small countryside farmhouse in the Le Marche region of Italy. Raw and unfiltered detailed tips on what to do if you are looking to move to Italy, like me.
Corinaldo, Senigallia, the Conero Coast, Sirolo and Numana are all locations within Le Marche that I filmed this video to share my experience and my top tips.
The video that I suggest in the ‘Why did I choose Italy’ section is The fortune of being born in Italy by Oscar Farinetti. Skip to around 4:15 for the juicy bits if you only want to watch half of it. • Oscar Farinetti - La f...
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Top Tips on buying a house in Italy into.
00:47 Why did I choose Italy?
01:50 Why did I choose Le Marche?
08:24 How did I find my house in Italy?
14:55 What I was told before v's reality after.
18:10 What did it all cost. Taxes etc.
23:39 Extra questions answered.
28:59 Planning Permission in Italy.
29:37 Back home to Corinaldo.

[@threeacresofmarche]

It’s a chatty one. A massive subject to cover and I tried to keep it under 30 mins! See the chapters to skip around and, as always, please feel free to ask me more. Apologies if I missed some questions that were sent in but I hope I covered all the most popular questions.

Back to normal content for the next video…I will add the video about the planning next week or the week after. Lots going on this end - website coming soon which will have blogs covering the details, in detail. 

Thanks all. *doing a new kit sound test on a windy coast was a bit gutsy / foolish!

[@pffyespff]

QUESTIONS: what exactly would have been this 40k for? I mean the cost they quoted to you if you wanted to extend your house? Sounds like a complete ripoff for some paperwork or permits. Have you checked if this really is the only way to add anything to existing building?

[@threeacresofmarche]

It included every survey, report, service fee, admin fee, tax etc. etc. that you could think of. I will write a blog on the detail once the website gets going as I think it would be an interesting thing to break down and show the costs so that people can use it over time. I think I may have said in one video - they said to pay it all and I would get the money back on the parts that I did not need or use.....Sure...😂🤦‍♂️

[@carolsoliman9238]

By the way... you are NOT chatty at all. You are yourself, which is delightful and personable. It's as if we're sitting right in front of you having this conversation. Appreciate the insight and frankness. Please keep it coming and don't worry about being 'chatty'. My husband and I have been focusing on Tuscany and came close to purchasing 2 other properties in northern Italy, but it didn't work out. I've had your region on my radar for over a year now so it's nice to hear the various situations that you've encountered and your point of view on things. People can definitely relate!!

[@mradventurer8104]

@@carolsoliman9238 I agree. He is doing well.

[@karenwilliams8248]

@@threeacresofmarcheexcellent content curious 😮

[@arm27529]

Hi, I’m Alex, I live in Eastbourne but I’m actually half Italian and lived in Tuscany for the first 19 years of my life, now that kids have grown up we want to move back to Italy and been thinking about Le Marche as my preferred choice. I work for Sussex police and it was actually my Sargent that told me about you , so here I am watching your videos . Just wanted to say that they are great and you’ve definitely helped me making my mind up regarding whether to go back to Tuscany or chose Le Marche. Next year I will be taking a month of work and arrange to view property, would be great to even meet up if you fancy , if you are there . Keep up the good work, well done 👍

[@threeacresofmarche]

Wow - thank you. That is great! Sounds like you have a solid plan @arm27529. A Sunday morning in Senigallia is a fantastic time and place to say hello. Who knows. Thank your Sargent for the intro!🙌

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Umbria is pretty awesome as well, and cheaper than Tuscany generally.

[@arm27529]

Excellent, will keep you updated and keep in touch,and keep posting videos please, they are great 👍

[@jamesgeorge8915]

I've stayed up at castelluccio (wild camping about 23 years ago) and loved the area. As I get older the area keeps coming back to me in day dreams. My needs for a foreign home are almost identical to yourself so these videos are bloody useful. Thanks. Enjoy yourself.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Lovely to hear. Thank you. I say go for it @jamesgeorge8915 . It is not quite a walk in the park but is so very rewarding. Good luck!

[@dungeondesigns104]

You should do a video on the journey from England to Italy - all the beautiful places along the way.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks for the feedback and idea @dungeondesigns104 . I was wondering if it would all need to be about doing up the house but it seems that the out and about parts are as popular. The drive down and back is amazing so I will try work that in....Thanks again.🙌

[@DannyP...]

I agree would love to see that road trip. I was going to ask how long the drive was from Manchester to Marche? We're planning a drive from Krakow to Puglia in April or June depending on when I fly back over. Hoping to narrow down the choices so we can compare apples to apples as you say.

[@threeacresofmarche]

With a can or two of Monster / Red Bull I have done door to door in 26 hrs. BUT, that was very clear roads, no waiting at the channel tunnel, and resting every for hours for a short sleep. I would normally say 36 to 48 hours is nice as you can have a proper over night somewhere lovely...like Lake Lucerne in Switzerland.

[@davidwilkinson333]

@@threeacresofmarche ...and skip that toxic sh*t in a can! 🤮😂

[@jacquelinehorne6485]

@@threeacresofmarchefrom someone who used to live in a 35 year old van and who used to take a month to get from the IOM to Italy🤦‍♀️ I’d LOVE to see your journey down there! Loving the channel. Loving everything about it. Many thanks for all your efforts.ETA - the worst part of the journey for me was from Liverpool to Dover! Man, I understand your thoughts about letting it all go.

[@MarkSnuggs]

My wife and I loved this video as it was exactly what we were looking for as we have started looking at finding a property in Italy, in particular in the regions of Marche, Umbria or Abruzzo. Keep up the great videos.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @MarkSnuggs . Plenty more to come...this will take me quite some time to fix up! Good luck for your search and I hoep you find a gem.

[@05glisedan]

Really appreciate these Q&A videos very helpful. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @05glisedan . I hope it helps. There is so much more that could be covered but 30 mins is probably enough to see who wants to know more. I can make more in the future if this thing grows.👍

[@frankn4618]

Enjoy all your videos, keep them coming and I will keep watching.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @frankn4618👍

[@davidmcconnon2800]

Great vid mate. I'm looking down the road in Abruzzo. But great tips and info. Thanks a bunch.

[@jimgott2405]

Fantastic video Richard, really appreciate you taking the time to do this. Sounds like a stunning area! Cheers.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @jimgott2405

[@thebrowns1017]

A great insight into your journey so far. Looking forward to the planning episode next...!!!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @thebrowns1017 .

[@GiuliaManz]

Glad I have found your channel. I'm from Osimo and I moved to Norway ten years ago. I miss my region, and hearing you taking about it make me very proud. I will follow you along, good luck 💚

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @GiuliaManz . It is so nice to get comments like these from Italians. I really appreciate it and hope that I can do the region and all it has to offer justice. Did you watch that Oscar Farinetti speech - wow. I hope you are enjoying Norway.😊

[@tinakirkham9486]

Can't thank you enough for sharing your experience in such great detail. I love that you get to the point and talk quickly. Watching your info-rich vids is a good use of my time. 🙂

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @tinakirkham9486 . A hard edit to cut it down. A lot to cover in 30 minutes! There will be some more in depth detail videos like this soon. Happy to answer any questions, if I can.👍

[@chemicaljuice3078]

Back in 2005 there wasn't the abundance of information online as there is now and yes it is now very possible to find almost any property on google maps, still fun to do now. We found the property hunt enjoyable, the work can be daunting but everything is worth it for being there. The main thing to do is find your own area as Richard has done, everyone has different requirements and expectations.

[@caymanblack9567]

Thanks, Richard another enjoyable watch can't wait to get back over in April.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @caymanblack9567 . Safe trip.👍

[@violetaarcher8296]

Great video! Thank you for sharing the details. I bought a house in Abruzzo, and the notaio and real estate agent fees were higher. You are right that the fees vary from region to region!

[@mmsmilenow]

Great informative video on your personal journey to purchasing your dream home. I’m sure others will gain so much from your experience. I love the fact that you didn’t go with the more popular and touristy areas of Italy but chose your own path to finding a beautiful home near the beach and beautiful villages. Thanks for being so open to answering the viewers questions! 🙏🏼♥️😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @mmsmilenow . I don't mind answering a few questions to help. 😊

[@sorwerk]

Excellent information, subscribed !

[@surevindication]

Love all your insights thanks for putting this out.

[@threeacresofmarche]

You're welcome. Thank you. @surevindication

[@jeff-langridge]

I’ve been looking ever since I watched your first video of cleaning up your property. Thanks for all The info!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Still a lot to clear @jeff-langridge😂 Thanks for sticking around. Back to the house renovation for a few videos. Slow progress is being made.😄

[@neutonrenda2303]

Thank you for sharing, you make it very easy to understand compared with other videos I've seen. Very informative and helpful.👍

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @neutonrenda2303 . Glad you've found it helpful.🙌

[@carlosestevam3620]

Well done Richard! Good job!!!👏🍕🍷

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @carlosestevam3620

[@CG-hj1cu]

Richard, just found your channel, exceptional content, has answered so many questions I have about how to pursue my own dream of moving to Italy. It's early days on my journey, but channels like yours are going to be invaluable on making it a reality.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @CG-hj1cu . Good luck for your search. Feel free to ask questions if you feel I can help. I will try my best to answer as many as I can although my inbox is filling up very quickly these days so apologise if I miss it!😊

[@jamesrachal6762]

I've got to say, this is probably one of my favorite videos on moving to Italy. I've been looking for a retirement spread, and I'll try using what you shared. Thanks from the Florida Keys!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @jamesrachal6762 . That is great to hear - thank you for the feedback. Happy to help with more questions if I can and I can do another like this in a few months if people want it. A retirement spread - I like that! That sounds like a good plan. 👍

[@pongo1969]

Hello, I was in the Keys on 2013 and I have enjoyed it quite a lot... Mallory square, Duval street, Hemingway home, etc. and I am wondering how would be like living there nowadays, on 2024... I'd love to spend there my retirement, but I am thinking about the cost of living there, and I am worried about the tornados storming the area, which seems to be growing more and more in dimensions and strenght... I'd love to hear your feedback... ciao!

[@jamesrachal6762]

@@pongo1969 I've lived in Florida for 21 years. Having lived here in the Keys for the past 5 years, I would be careful about considering this as a retirement place. GREAT place to visit! But when hurricane season starts, it can get nerve wracking! Any given storm can come in and, if not literally wipe your home off it's foundation, could totally flood the home. It's only "stuff", as we say. But it's YOUR stuff that has to be replaced. There's also the fact that you are definitely segregated from the mainland. Which I happen to be ok with, but my wife.....meh. Ha! Very limited on shopping. One way in to the islands and one way out. Traffic can be a bear on any given day. And E X P E N S I V E!!!! You won't go out for a lunch for two of a sandwich and glass of tea for less than 50.00!! I'd stick with the mainland somewhere. But all that said, many people do retire here.

[@gennyjustdownthelane8967]

I’m so interested in everything you are sharing. It will just be me do very much want the nitty gritty advice. Thank you so much for taking the time to share.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @gennyjustdownthelane8967 I don't mind doing one of these again in a few months as the questions build up. I am also setting up a website to support this content and give the nitty gritty detail that some are looking for. Feel free to ask questions or suggest things you'd like to know more about.👍

[@marcerivest6204]

That was very informative video,we have been in the area you are in about 13 years ago and just loved it. We are from Canada and going to Italy on the year of our 30 th anniversary was unbelievable. Good luck with everything and we will be watching 😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @marcerivest6204 . What a great place to celebrate youe anniversary. Congratulations on 30 happy years. Cheers to many more. 🙌

[@TAG993]

You rock! Thank you for being so open and honest about your adventure and your approach to buying where you bought and about life. I 've started watching you from your first video. If you have another site please lead me to it. I'm from the States( North Carolina) and just fed up with many thing here. Trying to convince the wife to sell and move to the Motherland(Italy). Things just seem so right there. Just a gut feeling. Be well and stay safe! Thomas

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @TAG993 . I am setting up a website to support the content on here. One channel is more than enough as it is growing much faster than I anticipated....no complaints!😂 Good luck with the sell to your wife.🙌

[@paulinehooker1550]

Absolutely love how you’re sharing this. So raw so real so informative. Very cool to get away from the property we have a better understanding of the area and you’re what’s around you that drew you there. Thanks a million

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @paulinehooker1550 . Glad it is helpful.

[@Harjawalda]

This is a great overview of your decision process, how you narrowed down on a region, location, and the final property as well as financials. Good luck with your rennovation process.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @Harjawalda . There has to be some method to this madness!😂

[@Oksana1966]

Thank you so much for creating such an informative video!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @Oksana1966 . I will collect the questions as they come through and do some more like this in the future. Thank you for watching.👍

[@GLP53Oz]

Congrats on an interesting and seemingly very honest video on your venture so far. For all of us with aspirations to something similar, it's wonderful to get other perspectives. So from my point of you, job well done. My wife and I, from Australia here, are seriously considering a move to Italy as a genuine retirement option, but there is so much to learn. From your presentation, and that I am seeing from other expat sources, most seem to be as happy as you are. But accessing and acknowledging the experience of others who have gone before is quite critical, so thank you. I look forward to being able to keep up with your journey and all the best going forward.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @GLP53Oz. It is good and of course you hear some not so great experiences, as you would anywhere. But overall I would recommend diving in and going for it. Good luck. Feel free to ask more questions as I am sure you will still have plenty.👍

[@secretspoleto]

Love this! It’s just so right, and great advice. All the same reasons we bought in Spoleto too. When you look back on it all now you see how far you came! I still feel like it was a dream even tho we’ve owned ours for 8 months now! Saying that wouldn’t do it again in a hurry - I hated sending the money over to the notary that was a worry I thought! And the renovation work just keeps on giving too but we just love Italy too. If you’re ever over the other side of those mountains come to spoleto :)

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @secretspoleto - it is one of those double edge rollercoasters....you don't want to get off but wonder would you step back on if it did stop. It is all a good adventure! Thank you for the invite. Good luck with your renovation.😎

[@matthewcartlidge3564]

I enjoyed the video, have a great day!

[@DeirdreLovesTuscany]

Very informative video, love the honesty 🇮🇹

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @user-zo2ut9jw6i .

[@markpalmer7896]

Just loving your journey.my wife and have moved from Florida to the city of Merida Mexico in the yucatan.its been 8 years and we are interested in the Italian adventure. Keep up the great work . We are in the discovery mode now . Thanks for all the great advice. Great job amigo . Regards, Mark & Pamela Palmer

[@threeacresofmarche]

That sounds like a great adventure @markpalmer7896 . Best of luck with the planning and hope if all come good for you both.

[@debbiemoore2255]

@markpalmer7896 Small world! From St Pete been living in Merida, Mexico for years but also looking at this area in Italy! Great minds? Saludos! Debbie Moore

[@Bluray50gig]

We have also done this in the Taranto region, great to see you explain the process.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @Bluray50gig . I hope to get the planning permission video out soon....

[@davidemontini8298]

Thanks for the information with what’s all involved taxes …etc..etc….. Cheers from Canada

[@masherida]

Such an insightful video and so helpful so thanks for sharing. I have been to the area once...it's lovely...and as you say under-rated...Tuscany without the people/prices.....I did worry about earthquakes mind but you have found yourself and incredible spot!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @masherida . The beauty of Italy is there as so many amazing places that cater for all budgets.

[@stefaniacarraro7738]

Finally someone that have an open mind approach to Italy without moaning about and just open his arm to differences. I live in London for 25 years and I understand what you mean with a "lot going on" here I use to absolutely adore live here now change everything and I am looking for about one year to buy a property in Marche/ Abruzzo. Your video get me even more determined to do it thanks so much and have a very beautiful time down there!! 🌻☺️🐕‍🦺

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @stefaniacarraro7738 . As I do the 90 day thing and am finding a way to make that work maybe you could get the best of both worlds. Go for it!

[@ahealingteacher1514]

Hello Richard, I love your channel. Your personality is real and raw. This is what I love most and what keeps me watching. In fact, when I first found you I watched all your videos at once. Keep being your best self, don't worry about those who are negative as it's those that get you who are the important ones. I just love your humor and love of life. The beauty of a sunset ,wheat field, or an olive tree help me to breathe in the love of life. When you visit a local town, go kayaking, or visit a local market, are just as fun to watch. As when you're figuring out a diy project or cleaning out the brush. So, thank you for something new, fun and fresh to watch! PS - my husband and I hope to be moving to Italy in the next 18 monthhs

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @ahealingteacher1514 . Thank you for your kind words and for watching. Let's hope you find your ideal spot in Italy also. Best wishes.

[@giober463]

wow Richard, another very interesting video!!!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @giober463 . Great to have you watching.

[@diane7925]

Just joined & catching up on your videos. Hi from New Zealand, I know what you mean about Italy, fab country, have holidayed there a few times & absolutely love it, can’t wait to go back. Keep up the good work, you’ve got a beautiful property & small is good!

[@threeacresofmarche]

HI @diane7925 . Thanks for watching and taking the time. Lets hope you get back to Italy one day soon.😎

[@kwaynr1301]

Thanks for the video, very informative👍

[@threeacresofmarche]

You're welcome @kwaynr1301

[@MrH1905]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@whitby910]

Appreciate your honesty, thank you.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you.👍

[@tiborgarvelink1925]

Thanks, nice knowing the facts... Cheers!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @tiborgarvelink1925 . I should really caveat that this is how it played out for me, in my region within the Le Marche region. Best triple check but I hope it helps to show the type of questions to ask if you are heading into soon.☺️

[@user-ey4ss1fq3t]

Thanks a million for your info ..Very helpful Peter from South Africa

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @user-ey4ss1fq3t . Glad it helps. Lots more to cover really and I don't mind doing a few more like this occasionally, if people want that.👍

[@BigJoenads]

love the videos Richard!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @BigJoenads

[@isabellagalea3170]

Super Information. Thank you!

[@threeacresofmarche]

You're welcome. Thank you @isabellagalea3170

[@marilynmeade2286]

Great video Richard A lot information i did not know when buying in another country Such beautiful countryside and love the city too So much in the way of entertainment in the area Thank you for sharing and be waiting to watch the next video Ciao ❤❤❤❤❤

[@threeacresofmarche]

You're welcome. Thank you @marilynmeade2286 .

[@marilynmeade2286]

Thank you for the heart ❤️

[@djkadlubek-sp2lq]

I m from Poland and also thinking about house in Italy. Your video and insights are very helpful.😊 subscribed!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @djkadlubek-sp2lq . Best wishes for your house search.

[@michaeldevoe]

Thanks mate! Good vid.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @michaeldevoe

[@kp7537]

Fantastic! 👌. The more detail the better! 👍

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you. I don't mind doing a detailed one like this now and again.

[@filsed]

Thank you for inspiration. My dream country for future life has been made 😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

Lovely @filsed . Best wishes for your search and big move.🙌

[@ronniesherpalee4150]

Caio new viewer and subscriber. Been binge watching your videos here in Ventura California. Will be looking ourselves at one point. Look forward to your content. Thank you for sharing and great insight and information. Gratzi n Saluté

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @ronniesherpalee4150 . Ventura looks a pretty cool place to be. A few months here with a few months there could be La Dolce Vita. Best wishes.

[@ronniesherpalee4150]

@@threeacresofmarche I agree La Dolce vida. Looks so wonderful there, will be looking. I was able to experience southern France finally at 55. So now Viva La Italia… Hope you well and in good spirits. Caio

[@Frenchstarfish3]

Thanks so much for the great info! I've been researching moving to France for a while. Just starting to consider Italy.

[@threeacresofmarche]

You have a tough choice to make there @nancytaylor5766 but my vote is to head further south.😎🇮🇹 Good luck with your search.

[@Frenchstarfish3]

I live in SoCal and want sun and warmth so that's my thought as well!

[@dr.sarabairdamodio7066]

Greetings from a fellow part-time Le Marche resident! Such an informative video and your numbers are spot on. I totally agree with your comment about buying property outright versus trying to get a mortgage. That was the very best piece of advice we got. Trying to get a mortgage complicates matters ten-fold. You mentioned it in passing, but I think it is definitely worth highlighting: what is your long-term game plan and what is your lifestyle. For me, I love to hike and wander country roads, but also wanted to be able to walk to local bars and restaurants. I wanted to feel immersed in the culture and knew I wanted to keep my brain active in my future retirement by learning the language. In the end, those lifestyle choices meant it would be best to get a townhouse in a livlier village (we live in Mogliano near Macerata). It's all about recognizing what your own style is and what you want to do...and that can only come from visiting a few times to get a sense of where you want to be. Oh, andbtw, we have a delightful ex-pat group in our area that gets together for drinks. You'd be more than welcome to join in!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @dr.sarabairdamodio7066 . I could not agree more. It sounds as though you did this a few years before me so I hope I can flow into it all as well as you have. Thank you for the invite. That would be lovely sometime.

[@redalert67ace34]

Absolutely brilliant.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @redalert67ace34 . I hope you found it helpful.👍

[@italyhousetour]

14:48 what a wonderful place ❤love it

[@davidlanders2853]

Richard I think you may be clairvoyant. This chapter was one that answered so many questions that have come up in our "brothers" chats. Thank you, with all that is going on here in the states, a bolthole may be just the thing. All kidding aside we look forward to the next chapter I your adventure.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @davidlanders2853 - were you the guy that was going off to have a planning chat with your brother about getting this done? Glad it helped - feel free to ask more. There is so much more I could have talked all day! 😂

[@davidlanders2853]

I look forward to your postings, at this point I am living vicariously through your adventure. Now the real issue is my francophile wife. @@threeacresofmarche

[@threeacresofmarche]

Tricky one...a small place in both countries is not a stupid idea....😂

[@J444AAAAAD]

Thanks so much for this in-depth video, Richard. I found it super helpful😊 I am currently toying with the idea of a property like yours, in Italy, to enjoy and renovate. I'm 36 and have grown somewhat tired of the lack of affordability and, as such, quality of life in the UK. Especially where I am, down south. Working full time night shifts in a fairly well payed job gets me a 1 bedroom flat, whilst I'm yearning for some land, garage space, outbuildings, and ofcourse some stunning country roads and scenery to get out on my road bike. I'll have 100k euro to my name soon enough, and hoping to tick all the boxes, without a mortgage. You've inspired me. Thank you so much for that🙏

[@threeacresofmarche]

I hear you @jareddavies-russell6282 . You have a very healthy budget there and I have no doubt you could find what you want and have plenty of change. My advice would be to start making the location and situation list and then get exploring for that. You will find it! Good luck.🙌

[@J444AAAAAD]

@threeacresofmarche great advice Richard, I'm excited to get listing, researching, and exploring for the future adventure. I am looking forward to following along with your journey too matey. Much appreciated and all the best

[@gulaginmate1984]

Hello from Scotland. Love your videos 👍

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @gulaginmate1984👍

[@2quintly]

Very enjoyable video. I visited Italy last June & July. I stayed mostly in Trento area with a few days over in Tuscany (Lucca). Seemed like the weather was extreme last year. While in the military, I lived in the Trentino area for more than 4 yrs. There, as of last year, property is pretty hard to find & Italians say it's expensive. Being that I live in California, it's quite a long voyage for me. I really appreciate your content as it would be a dream for me to be in your shoes. I do know how beautiful Italy (and the people) can be.

[@threeacresofmarche]

I have friends that live near the Trento area. Top of lake Garda and Arco. I love it up there. It seems like an adults playground for any activity out doors. Amazing place. It is expensive but is a big holiday area so pulls lots of people. I hope you make it back and maybe get a do'er upper somewhere one day.🙌

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

Wow just noticed you're almost at 14k subs. Congratulations 🌟 🎊 Thanks for sharing the pros and the cons. Especially finding that balance. 👍 And finding your spot. 30:04 Wait What what what? Simple minds, Sting😮 and other big names awesome. Well done my friend well done 👏 ✔️ 👍 😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

It packs in a lot for a small fishing town.😎

[@carolpatterson3087]

Best video I’ve seen on buying in Italy. In past years, I took college students to Florence for two months, side weekend trips. Have been looking at Puglia and Calabria, grateful for your assessment. Wish to be on the coastline, Marche did not occur to me - scale, views, markets, accessibility. Agree, the art historian in me needs to finish off any living space myself to my sensibilities of “home.” I’m searching for a video of the property you purchased. We want to buy within a year. Interested in chatting more to plan a scouting trip late fall, early 2025.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @carolpatterson3087 . I have a chennel that the video sit on - you should see the series on there with house tour in the subject. Thanks for the kind words.

[@martynhordern7351]

Just listening to the pay more for the house versus less renovation. We bought a house in France in 2008 that hadn’t been lived in since 1992 or so. It took 5 years to do up. We both worked full time and couldn’t work from home so it was really holidays and the like. It was great fun and the house is how we want it but as always budgets go out the window if you’re not careful and you end up having to adjust. As it was we were able to afford it over the years and doing stuff when time and money allowed.

[@threeacresofmarche]

A labour of love turns into a priceless book of great memories....or a money pit and just a short chapter to learn from!😂 I am saving and paying as I go at the moment and have realised that less is more. Or is that what I am selling to myself!

[@martynhordern7351]

@@threeacresofmarche yes that’s how we did it. No quite a money pit but the roof keeps our bank account busy but we’ve found a decent roofer which is a bonus.

[@EricOnYouTube]

This video is chockablock with info I wanted to know. :). Thanks a ton.

[@threeacresofmarche]

You're welcome @EricOnKZbin . There is probably more so please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. As you get deeper into it each door opens more questions..😂

[@jacobseal]

Thank you so much for these. It is especially helpful to hear how much you paid for things as we plan our own budget. I cannot believe paperwork and permits would be 40k....it's a new angle for us to think about when buying our fixer-upper. Love the channel and looking forward to the video about the planning applications....should be entertaining. 😂😂😂

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks. @jacobseal That planning video should help with some pointers on the mistakes I made.👍

[@lucaspolderman6622]

From the Netherlands thanks again for sharing your experience in your journey and your life. This video is not only nice to watch, but also very helpful for our choises we want to make. Thanks a lot for sharing and all the best for realizing your dream.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @lucaspolderman6622 . I hope you too can chase your dreams. Go for it! Good luck.😊

[@Billy-the-Kid]

Waar denk je dan aan concreet?

[@lucaspolderman6622]

@@Billy-the-Kid De Marken of Umbriè. Deze video's helpen ons met informatie in zo'n proces.

[@Billy-the-Kid]

@@lucaspolderman6622 Okay. Definitief weg hier of vakantiehuis?

[@davidmiller-br4bu]

Great content .. very informative 😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @davidmiller-br4bu

[@MILESOFLIFE11]

I watched all your channel in one hit , so your doing something special as alot of these channels drag out the watching experience and starts to become hard to watch But fair play mate you got me drawn in ! And this video was so so informative, im 40 this year with a young and in bristol but i need to leave the city asap its all just mental Thanks again

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you for the feedback @MILESOFLIFE11 I really appreciate it. I thought Bristol was one of the better cities? I know what you mean though...😂

[@MILESOFLIFE11]

@@threeacresofmarche im on a mission this summer to find a gem , i have 3 teenagers and a 4 year old son im looking for somewhere to have a getaway 4-6 times a year ! Im heavy into cycling and running and generally big lifestyle changes Im a wall & floor tiler specialist if you need a hand with anything let me know i could do with a break 🤩🙏🏽👍🏽 Thanks again and good luck

[@loulou3786]

thank you really good video informative and inspiring

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @loulou3786 .

[@7TerriPod]

I’m jealous😁, I’m looking for a house in Italy, thank you for the information.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @7TerriPod good luck with your search. If you are looking around the region I am in sign up to the mailing list on my website and there may be some content on there that may help. *the site is new also so is light on content at the moment....

[@davidemontini8298]

My family is from the marche area..Fano and I have been going back to Italy for the last 5 years …in the process of getting my citizenship…my later years I will be living there …I always go there to all those towns you talk about …a great place to be

[@threeacresofmarche]

It is magical. I don't know Fano that well but do pop by occasionally to the old town on market days.

[@rogerhampton4111]

Lots of good advice for people thinking of looking at a property in the region. My place is not far from you in Belvedere Ostrense and can certainly vouch for the region as well. You should try the Café Teatro in Ostra. Nice spot for an aperitivo. Look forward to catching up with the rest of your videos. One comment about building costs, they have risen a lot since the covid and especially since the war in Ucraine. Supply issues and the cost of gas etc sent production prices all over Europe through the roof. The cost for planning etc was a big surprise too, but was something that caught my geometra off guard also. I am looking forward to traveling down at easter and doing some work on my plot.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @rogerhampton4111 . The prices did go crazy, I agree. I get the feeling they are coming down nicely. Fuel at the pump is good again.

[@cathychauner853]

Love the Marches for cycling😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

Me too.😊

[@MrAudioslave82]

“What I do for a living and other personal questions” 😂 that’s the way I would feel if someone asked me to do a KZbin video. But admittedly I found myself wondering that when I started watching your videos. But it wasn’t from a “nosey” perspective, it was more of a “how could I still earn a living if I took the decision to move abroad, I wonder what he does “. Liking the videos and the awkwardness is unique and real. Plenty out there pretending. You’ll get a real following being real. Keep it up and all the best in your future endeavours.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @MrAudioslave82 . Thank you for asking is such a nice way. Happy to answer. I work for a UK Software comany where I work from home the majority of the time. I go to head office monthly, sometime more. I have worked from home my entire career so have been lucky that way. Thank you for the comment and feedback. I hope to keep this going as it has had such a hot start! All the best.👍

[@selenasced1293]

I so enjoyed watching you drink that delicious looking coffee in the sunny cafe while I sipped my mediocre coffee here with cold toes in Canada;)

[@hereisnowhy2110]

Great video, thanks. I live in pescara, Abruzzo which isn’t too far away from you. Can’t agree with you more about the location and the life style!

[@threeacresofmarche]

HI @hereisnowhy2110 . That is a lovely part. I get a lot of questions from people looking to buy around your area.👍

[@christinecoates2499]

Totally agree with you Richard about Puglia. It's a stunning region but would never buy a house there as it's too far to drive there on a regular basis, can be extremely hot and overcrowded in summer and too quiet in the winter. Le Marche is absolutely perfect and Senigallia is a lovely place both in winter and summer.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @christinecoates2499 . I think I am getting to know a few faces in the comments as this ticks along. Thanks for watching - good to hear from you.

[@kims1912]

My ex husband and I came close to buying a 2/2 house in Zambrone overlooking the Terrenian Sea and beautiful beach. It was in a small gated community sitting up in the hills. It was 145,000 euros. We didn't get it because the bank in Milan wouldn't give us the financing we needed. The region of Calabria is still super cheap and the beaches are beautiful, especially in Tropea, and it's close to Sicily.

[@DannyP...]

Dig the video. Glad to see we're not the only house hunters constantly with 50 tabs of homes and KZbin videos open all the time trying to narrow it down. Looking forward to the slower pace of Italian life. I think it will be a good fit for our hub home close to her family in Poland and a cool place for my friends and family to come for holidays. Have a good day! Pearly Jam must have been cool in that village. I went to uni in Montana for a couple years where their drummer is from. We used to see them pay at a dive bar sometimes. They would always be under different band names so the place wouldn't be mobbed. It was great! In 95 I was just 18 to get in the bar and they were super popular, but not as they are now.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @DannyP... Did I see a question from you re distance and drive time ? Sorry if I missed it or it wasnt from you.

[@DannyP...]

@@threeacresofmarche You answered. Appreciate it. That's a long drive of 26 hrs even with the red bull! Beautiful route through for you though. Looks to be about 17 hours from my wife's family home to the place she loves in Puglia. Lake lucerne is a 10 for sure. We were there last fall meeting some friends. Sorry for all the questions. We're ready for the move. Trying to learn as much as we can to narrow down our areas like you spoke to in this video.

[@glendacastillo6504]

Beautiful place.

[@threeacresofmarche]

🙌 @glendacastillo6504

[@kellykish8531]

Just discovered your videos yesterday. Definitely enjoying them! We've been looking for a home/move to Italy for some time now...started our search in Tuscany and Umbria but have begun looking in the Marche region which has so much to offer...seems you've found your spot! I'm reassured by your comments on the property purchasing process as most folks have seemed to struggle through Italian system. Seems fairly straight forward as long as you adhere to the process. Considering having an Italian real estate attorney help guide us through the process as we're currently living on the west coast of the U.S. Wondering if you have any thoughts on that tactic. Look forward to following you as your adventure unfolds. Cheers!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @kellykish8531 Thank you. Lovely to have you watching. Regarding the attorney - if you are not attending the Notary signing in person then you will need someone to set up apostille and set up power of attorney etc. That can cost quite a lot so weighing travel costs up against that would be worth researching. If you are looking around Le Marche region email me or DM me on Intsagram and I will send you some details of an Italian Lawyer that I have used for something and would recommend. 👍

[@ThePittStreetFarmers]

Looks bloody beautiful mate

[@threeacresofmarche]

Le Marchs is a hidden gem @ThePittStreetFarmers .👍

[@brigittedevries9630]

Senigallia our favourite city. We are coming to the Marken for many years. Usually stay in Pergola that is more in the inlands.

[@threeacresofmarche]

That is not far from me. I bet the mountain views are great!

[@HazelReilly-oc4io]

Grace period is now 1 year. Also 2% now if you become residents and still 9% for a 2nd home. Keep going love tuning in

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @HazelReilly-oc4io - I will pin this comment so others can see.

[@WireItalia]

Oh wow, if I understand correctly (english) you are in one of the most beautiful areas in Italy. Excellent choice. Corinaldo is a pearl. Le Marche are beautiful, they are not yet too inflated as Tuscany and They are as beautiful as Tuscany. The location is strategic and there is a lot of art. Raffaello Sanzio was born in Urbino 😍

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hello @WireItalia . ❤️ Le Marche. I visited Urbino recently to film it as one of my adventure days out segments. That is such a lovely town!😊

[@WireItalia]

@@threeacresofmarche Great! I can't wait to see Urbino!

[@aninditasinha7435]

Hi, it was really helpful..but wish you would rent for few days ..would love to visit your beautiful town and your serene home! Thank you again for sharing such informations

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @aninditasinha7435 there are plenty of great hotels and accomodation sites around Corinaldo if you do choose to visit. Terre del Piano are getting bookings for people who watch my channel and as the owner is a local he is helping people with questions they have. If I get more organised next year I will offer open days or weeks where people can call in for a chat or help etc.🤞

[@aninditasinha7435]

@@threeacresofmarche thank you so much..have a wonderful weekend

[@rameshsadhasivam2093]

Beautiful beach,thanks

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you for watching @rameshsadhasivam2093

[@davidemontini8298]

Might have to find you there and sit and talk with you when I’m there in August from 12 to the 29 ….to get more information about the ins and outs about buying in Italy

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @davidemontini8298 . Happy for you to buy me a coffee if you are in Corinaldo at the same time.👍

[@kevinharker1840]

Good vid!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @kevinharker1840

[@oldcrook510]

My retirement is closing in but I'm not interested in owning anything. I'm in America and would likely look into renting a furnished apartment or home for 6 months a year to get away from the cold & snow in winter. This way I think works best I can try Mexico one year and possibly Italy another. Still figuring it all out..

[@threeacresofmarche]

That sounds like a good plan @oldcrook510 . Have you looked at house swapping? I might look at that with this place in the future. How nice to have a few months here, a few months there. Wonderful.😎

[@bobwallace9753]

There are many, many places where one can rent a winter escape apartment. You may have a problem with some place in Europe due to the 90 day limit out of every 180 days unless you get some sort of residence visa. Mexico, Ecuador, Thailand, Vietnam, Turkey, so many options. Just spend time online and you'll see people talking about what has worked and not worked for them.

[@dawnedawe5337]

Thoroughly enjoying your vlogs binge watching and catching up on your journey, I live in Spain in the countryside and have been on your journey also. Fortunately our town hall is far more agreeable. What a lot of red tape you have to go through. RIDICULOUS keep the vlogs coming they are great

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @dawnedawe5337 . When I lived in Andalucia I was told they flew over the land photographing the houses to see what had changed from the original plans....I think they gave up as there were so many extras. Supposedly they offered a one off amnesty for a fee. Thanks for watching.🙌

[@rasclartrasclart8354]

Hi, your videos are an absolute joy. My partner and I love watching. We would like to relocate to France, so we watch many videos to find as much variation on that theme as possible. Continued success in your endeavours. Btw were between Manchester and Liverpool so we know exactly how you feel about weather, population etc. ATB Paul

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @rasclartrasclart8354 - that rural Cheshire is not quite the same as rural France or Italy! Best wishes for. your adventure - go for it. There is never the right house or the right time but you can make both over time.🙌

[@rasclartrasclart8354]

Perfect response, appreciated and keep up the good work.. maybe in the future we could house swap 🤪

[@threeacresofmarche]

I think house swapping on a world tour could play a part in my future! Deal.

[@stephenbyrne7192]

Great video, best one yet. Don't apologise for being you and rambling. We would all do the same ! The Adriatic coast is Italy at its undiscovered finest. A world away from the English rat race. You have the essence of existence within your reach. Keep up the videos and doing your own thing.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you for the kind comments @stephenbyrne7192 . I really appreciate the support I am getting, so thank you.

[@gerarddegraaff9220]

Hi Richard, so nice to see your videos, as Dutch couple we own a house in the same area (I think on the other side of Corinaldo if I look at your videos). Like you we still travel up and down. Would love to meet-up for a coffee sometime. Good luck either way your projects. Eveline

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @gerarddegraaff9220 . Great to hear from you - yes - lets meet up! Are you on Intsagram - can you DM me? Or my email should be in the profile on here.

[@jeanfarmer6780]

Thanks so much for clarifying that. Being a single female retiree I am leaning towards something that doesn't need building or reno work just some minor cosmetic updating

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hi @jeanfarmer6780 . Good luck with your search.

[@ninotufegdzic9175]

Good luck with everything,I bought a nice apartment in Italy(Trieste) 10 years ago and soon I will be moving there permanently to enjoy La dolce vita

[@threeacresofmarche]

10 years - I bet you can't wait! Best wishes @ninotufegdzic9175

[@tamaraodowd1144]

Love the video. Love your information. Love your thought process. I can see a side gig for you> You might retire sooner than you think.

[@threeacresofmarche]

I hope so. A side gig that gets me here more is starting to sounds very appealing....time will tell.🤞😁

[@davidwilkinson333]

You know that putting in some hard graft to turn the basic property into YOUR home is worth far more than having the millions to buy something that's already complete but, ultimately, is someone else's vision. 😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

I aggre @davidwilkinson333👍