Archive for the ‘Property’ Category

8 tips on buying a home in Italy

Saturday, July 16th, 2016

Given Italy’s unwavering attraction that pulls in 40 million visitors annually; its centuries of culture and tradition; and the relative strength of the US dollar and other top global currencies against the euro, there has scarcely been a more ideal moment to buy real estate in Italy. Indeed, many real estate ...

Italian property group eyes prestige London buildings

Sunday, July 10th, 2016

It’s often more been common for British property hunters to descend on Italy in search of bargains. But Sorgente, the Italian real estate conglomerate, is turning the tables as it eyes a string of “trophy” purchases in London. It already has in its portfolio Rome’s Piazza Colonna, left, and New York’s Flatiron ...

Italian homes are tops for Brits in new property-swap fad

Monday, July 4th, 2016

Italy is Britons' top overseas choice for a new holiday craze – house-swapping. Just under 3.5% of UK adults – an estimated 1.7 million – plan to take their vacations on the cheap this year – by agreeing to temporarily exchange homes with a family in a spot they would like ...

Buying Italian property to renovate

Friday, June 22nd, 2012

The current eurozone turmoil has thrown up some great opportunities in the Italian real estate sector. On top of that, factor in the country’s timeless appeal that still attracts more than 40 million visitors a year – meaning investment property here still has optimum rental potential, especially close to ...

Italy real estate: Home with pool tops women’s wishlist

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

Installing a swimming pool is the No1 attribute Italian women would love to change about their homes, a survey has revealed. The dream property of Italian donne, as well as being comfortable and welcoming inside, should ideally also come equipped with a large, open-air area ideal for putting one's ...