The notary’s role in buying property in Italy

Buying a home in Italy is an exciting step, but to many international buyers the legal process can seem confusing when it’s quite different from what you’d expect in the UK, US or elsewhere. In particular, what is a notary in Italy and what part do they...

Essential property checks before buying in Italy

Buying a home in Italy is a dream many people work toward for years. Rolling countryside, rustic villas and cities steeped in history make it easy to fall in love with a property almost instantly. But before you commit to buying, it’s vital to look beneath the...

How our property finder helped us find the right village in Tuscany

“This was going to be the time for our new adventure,” says Alan, who bought a property for sale in Tuscany with the help of Your Overseas Home and its partners. Read about their journey to owning in Tuscany. After years of dreaming about life in Italy,...

How to get a mortgage in Italy

Buying a property in Italy is a dream shared by many international buyers. Whether you’re picturing Lake Como views, a farmhouse in Tuscany or a seaside flat, the right financing is essential. The good news? Securing an Italian mortgage is possible for non-residents –...

Taxes in Italy – updated tax rates for 2025

Buying a home in Italy is an exciting step – whether you’re planning a peaceful retirement in the countryside or investing in a city apartment. But with ownership comes responsibility, and one of the first things to understand is how property taxes work. Italian...

How to make an offer on a property in Italy

Buying a home in Italy isn’t just a transaction – it’s often the fulfilment of a dream. That first moment when you stand in front of “the one” – whether it’s a Tuscan stone farmhouse or a city apartment with faded frescoes – feels magical. But once your heart has said...