Buying Property in Italy checklist

To help give you confidence that you’re covering all the necessary steps when buying property in Italy, we have put together the following straightforward checklist of the key things you need to consider.

 

  To do

 Completed 

  1

  Decide what you are buying, where and why. If necessary take advice on this.

 

  2

  Instruct us as your independent lawyer.

 

  3

  Look at the cost of buying. Fix a budget. Stick to it.

 

  4

  Investigate finance and think about how to finance deposit.

 

  5

  Learn about the process of buying

 

  6

  Look at who should own the property.

 

  7

  View properties / choose a property. Be honest with the estate agent about what you are looking for – that will save a lot of time for you and them.

 

  8

  Survey and valuation

 

  9

  Send any contract to us to check prior to signature.

 

 10 

  Speak to currency dealer about getting the best rate for your purchase

 

 11

  If it is a purchase offer pay a small fee

 

 12 

  Lawyer carries out checks on the property and advises you on whether it is safe to proceed with the full purchase contract

 

 13

  Payment of Full purchase deposit

 

 14

  Lawyer deals with purchase

 

 15

  If you are moving to Italy arrange removal company

 

 16

  Arrange Tax Code

 

 17

  Arrange Power of Attorney if needed

 

 18

  Arrange insurance – contents / buildings / health

 

 19

  Signature of title deeds and registration at the Land registry

 

 20

  Make an Italian Will and review your English Will

 

 21

  Arrange for Fiscal representation

 

 22

  Enjoy a well deserved holiday in your new property

 

 

Need help buying property in Italy?

Our UK-based property law team are highly experienced in helping clients to buy and sell property in Italy, as well as handling a whole range of related issues, such as advice on Wills and inheritance.

With a thorough understanding of both UK and Italian law, we can provide clear, reliable legal guidance in plain English, giving you the confidence to deal effectively with property in Italy.

Call: 01438 382 064                       Email: admin@judicaregroup.com