Frequently asked questions

EU citizens can buy on the same terms as Italians. For some non-EU citizens a reciprocity rule applies: the notary checks it. You always need an Italian tax code (codice fiscale).

Taxes, the notary, the agency fee if any, and mortgage costs if you need one. As a rough guide, between 5% and 10% of the price, depending on whether it is your main home or a second home and whether you buy from a private seller or a company. We give you a precise estimate with the notary before you make an offer.

Buying from a private seller: 9% registration tax on the cadastral value (not the price), plus € 50 mortgage tax and € 50 cadastral tax. Buying from a company: usually 10% VAT on the price (22% for luxury homes), plus € 200 for each of the three fixed taxes.

A written offer stating price, timing, any conditions (for example getting a mortgage) and a deposit. Once the seller accepts it in writing, it binds both parties.

The preliminary contract (compromesso) is the promise to sell and to buy: it sets price, deposit and completion date and must be registered within 20 days. The deed (rogito) is the final act signed before the notary, when ownership passes to the buyer.

If one party does not understand Italian, an interpreter must be present at the deed. You can also appoint a trusted person with a power of attorney. Details are always agreed with the notary.

Yes. You can follow everything remotely and, for the deed, come to Italy or give power of attorney to a trusted person. We keep you updated at every step.

Usually not. Tax is due only on the gain if you sell within 5 years of buying, unless the home was your main residence for most of that time or you inherited it. Check with your tax adviser.

Usually the deed of origin, floor plan and cadastral records, the energy performance certificate (APE), building compliance documents and, for apartments, condominium information. We check them together during the valuation.