Living in Italy

A reopened flight route, a surname spotted on the village bell tower, a recipe scribbled in pencil: sometimes that is all it takes to trigger a return ticket.

To find Italy’s most pleasant climate in 2026, you need to look east, along the Adriatic coast, which dominates the ranking. In this context, Bari confirms its place at the top for the third consecutive year. The data comes from the Sole 24 Ore Climate Index, which each year compares Italian provincial capitals based on overall climate wellbeing.

Only 2.7% of people in employment in Italy worked mainly from home in 2025.

Italy’s residential property market set a new milestone in the first quarter of 2026.

IMU (property tax) in Italy continues to be one of the most significant taxes for owners of properties, second homes, and buildings other than their primary residence.

Which city will be the most affected by inflation in 2026? The picture reveals an unexpected divide: the North leads in absolute terms, while the South has the highest rates but the smallest price increases.

Moving to Italy sounds idyllic until you’re queuing at the post office clutching the wrong form. A solid moving to Italy checklist makes the bureaucracy far more manageable. These are the essentials you’ll actually need to sort out when relocating to Italy in 2026.1.

Italy consistently ranks as one of Europe’s most desirable places to live.

Failure to submit Form 730 can lead to different consequences depending on your tax situation. If submitted within 90 days of the deadline, the return is late and carries a reduced penalty; if submitted after this deadline, it is omitted, with higher fines. Those in debt risk penalties of up to 240% of the unpaid tax and, in the most serious cases, even criminal prosecution. Those in debt, however, lose their refund. This can be remedied by submitting a late return or, after 90 days, the Personal Income Tax Form.

Italy continues to attract international buyers, second-home owners and long-term visitors, thanks to its lifestyle, culture and diverse property market.

€1 homes in Guardia Sanframondi, how the scheme works, who can apply, buyer requirements, renovation deadlines, and how to submit an application.

The one-time contribution of €1,000 represents concrete support for families who adopt a child during the year. This measure requires an ISEE (Equivalent Economic Situation Indicator) for minors of no more than €40,000 and stable residence in Italy. The application must be submitted exclusively online within the established deadlines, under penalty of forfeiture. This benefit includes births, adoptions, and minors in pre-adoptive foster care, provided the event occurs from January 1st of the previous year until the end of the financial coverage.

Dreaming of an affordable beach house in Italy with a swimming pool?

Italy continues to attract international buyers looking for a long-term lifestyle change in a place with a deep cultural identity.

There’s something irresistible about old Tuscan stone houses or faded townhouses in Sicily — but romance aside, restoring one is not just about choosing cute tiles and sipping espresso on a terrace.Before getting carried away, it’s worth taking a clear-eyed look at the pros and cons of renovating a

Italy is celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, and many properties for sale feature gardens that reflect the country’s rich natural beauty.

Rail infrastructure across the European Union is undergoing a quiet transformation — and the changes could have long-term consequences for mobility, sustainability and even property markets in Italy.New data from Eurostat shows that in 2024, 40.8% of the EU’s railway network had two or more parallel

In 2026, remote workers are choosing smaller Italian towns over Rome and Milan. With faster fibre internet, lower rent, digital nomad visa stability, and exceptional quality of life, places like Bologna, Lecce, Turin, and Palermo are becoming Italy’s most attractive and affordable remote work destinations.

If you own or rent a property in Italy, knowing when to turn off your heating is key to saving energy and keeping costs under control.

Italy is widely considered one of the safest countries in Europe. Violent crime rates are low, communities are strong, and everyday life is generally stable and predictable.But safety in Italy isn’t identical everywhere. It varies by region, city size, neighbourhood and lifestyle.

Retiring in Italy still has huge appeal in 2026: slower rhythms of life, strong community culture, walkable historic centres and genuinely good food that doesn’t feel like a “treat”. However, moving to one of the world's best places to retire isn't a casual decision.

Dreaming of a sun-soaked terrace in Tuscany, a stone farmhouse in Umbria, or a sea-view escape in Sicily?Buying property in Italy has become one of the most searched lifestyle moves for foreigners — from retirees and remote workers to investors seeking European real estate opportunities.But while th

Italy’s trend of offering financial incentives to revive depopulated areas continues in 2026, and the Autonomous Province of Trento has confirmed that its popular €100,000 grant scheme will continue with new funding allocated for this year.Here’s what you need to know about the scheme in 2026.Up to

Italy offers some of the most generous renovation incentives in Europe, designed to stimulate construction activity, improve building efficiency, and reduce energy consumption.

Sicily sits at the centre of Italy’s 1‑euro house movement.