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Buy a House in the Mediterranean: Your Guide to Coastal Bliss

Bright sunshine, sparkling water and the incomparable lightness of Mediterranean life – for many people, owning a house in the Mediterranean is a lifelong dream. Whether you’re planning to retire by the sea, purchase a Mediterranean holiday home for family getaways, or invest in a growing Mediterranean real estate market, it’s essential to understand the unique aspects of buying property along these legendary coasts.

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The importance of the Due Diligence for real estate

Due diligence consists of analyzing all the documents related to the property and verifying compliance with current regulations concerning the cadastral, urban planning, plant engineering, and construction aspects of the property. These are necessary conditions to make the property suitable for sale. Due diligence is a true protective tool for the buyer, which is why it is a crucial step in the property purchase process and should be carried out well before signing a purchase proposal.

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Mortgage inspection

One of the most important checks to make before purchasing a house is the mortgage inspection, which involves consulting the records, notes, and titles deposited with the real estate publicity services of the Agency of the Territory.

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How to make a home purchase proposal

Buying a property is a choice that must be considered and that deserves an accurate formulation of the home purchase proposal

Contact

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Engel & Völkers Italy

Via Dante, 16

20121 Milan, Italy

Tel: +390645548120