Financial advice in Italy

On 16 December, owners of first luxury homes and second homes in Italy will be asked to pay the balance of the 2021 IMU tax.

A year and a half after the outbreak of the pandemic, what is happening to real estate investment in 2021? And what are the prospects for the future?

For many people, a second home in Italy is a way to have a refuge from the colder climates of northern Europe, a place in the sun for the summer or a place to escape the cold winter. But of course winters in Italy are themselves plenty cold and you have to keep you home warm.

It is often said that in the world today it is harder and harder for youg people to get a foot on the property ladder. But many governments are moving to combat this issue, including in Italy.

I have a house in Italy that is rented to a tenant, but I want to sell it in order to create liquidity for a new investment. Can I do this?

Winter is almost here, and the weather is definitely already getting colder. We all know what this means: it's time to turn on the heating. Major Italian cities have just done exactly that, with cities like Milan, Bologna, Venice, and Turin turning on radiators on the 15th of October.

There is always a segment of the real-estate market in Italy that is comprised of prestigious homes, and inevitably, this segment of the market always attracts the interest of foreign buyers. This demand is fueled by Europeans and Americans, with Germans leading other nationalities in terms of

Paying off your mortgage before it's due has its pros and cons.

Replacing windows and French doors is a home improvement that becomes necessary when they are in bad condition, not only for aesthetic reasons but above all for functionality. Having to change your windows is not a regular thing and can create doubts and uncertainties, but inquiring about the d

The Minister of Ecological Transition, Roberto Cingolani, speaking on Radio Anch'io about the expected increase in electricity bills in October, said: "We need to think about how the bill is built and calculated. Each country has its own recipe.

Buying a holiday home can seem pleasant and glamorous, and Italy seems the place to do it!

Italy is home to several schemes that benefit taxpayers, and one of the most recent ones is Italy's air conditioning bonus 2021. This bonus can be taken advantage of even without renovation work, as clarified by the Italian Tax Agency.

If you're planning to buy a property in Italy, then you will likely need a mortgage. As a foreigner in Italy, this is something that varies depending on whether you're a resident in Italy or not, and in the case of mortgages in Italy for non-residents, the process generally requires more documents.

One of the biggest questions that people ask when moving abroad is if it is better to buy or rent a house in Italy? In 2021, all signs lead us to say that a mortgage beats rent.

Temperatures have started to rise and the majority of homes in Italy are already taking advantage of air conditioning to keep cool. However, if you have air conditioning in your Italian home, this could have an undesirable impact on electricity costs this summer.

At a time of uncertainty such as the present, with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and cautious economic outlook, saving money is becoming increasingly important. You can start by reducing energy consumption in your home, especially if you have a second residence or holiday home in Italy.

Buying a house at auction in Italy can be a great chance to buy a new home cheaply, even if there are sometimes hidden pitfalls. Unlike in the other countries, such as the UK or USA, where choosing to sell your property at auction can be a really attractive way to get a good sale price, in Ital

Italy's Superbonus is a 110% tax credit of the expenditure made in order to improve a home’s energy efficiency, as well as lower its seismic risk. How does the 110 per cent superbonus work for non-residents in Italy?

Italy's 2021 Budget Law has confirmed support for the automotive sector with a range of incentives and subsidies for new cars in Italy in 2021.

Electricity and gas prices will increase in Italy in 2021. The first quarter of 2021 will see an increase in electricity and gas bills of +4.5% and +5.3% respectively.

Moving abroad and buying property in Italy can be a daunting experience, especially if you don't speak the language, or if you don't have the right advice or guidance.

As well its devastating effect on populations across the world, the COVID-19 pandemic has also taken its toll on Europe's economies, with many countries seeing widespread business closures, skyrocketing unemployment and rising debt.  Italy is one of the countries that has been worst

The end of the summer, notably the month of September, was a positive period for mortgages in Italy during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the latest report on Italian credit prepared by Experian.

The strengthening of the recovery in economic activity and consumption in Italy is driving up energy prices and consequently, household bills.

One of Italy's latest tax deductions, included in the country's relaunch decree after the coronavirus pandemic, is the Ecobonus 100%.