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You’ve found the seaside or mountain home you’ve been looking for. Before making an offer, however, it’s important to do the math: how much will that purchase really cost from a tax perspective? Taxes on a second home are different, and more burdensome, than those on a primary residence. Knowing them in advance is the best way to assess whether the transaction is financially sustainable without any surprises.
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The joint loan is an option often chosen by couples buying a home in joint ownership of property.
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The worlds of prestigious real estate and high-level equestrian sport share authentic, timeless values: a passion for precision, respect for tradition, harmony and a constant pursuit of excellence. This natural affinity underpins Engel & Völkers’ presence at the Rome leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour, the world’s most prestigious international show jumping circuit.
Visiting a property for the first time is a moment filled with expectations, where it is easy to let yourself be guided by the overall impression and overlook elements that, if ignored, can turn into significant problems after the closing. Knowing what to check before buying a house is a skill that protects the buyer and allows for more informed decisions at every stage of the process.
Buying a property to renovate is today one of the most strategic choices in the Italian real estate market. The renovation mortgage is establishing itself as a financial tool of growing importance: it allows you to finance in a single solution both the purchase of the property and the costs of construction work, simplifying the financial management of the entire process. Generally lower purchase prices, the freedom to customize every space, and the concrete opportunity to increase the property’s value over time are elements that attract an increasingly wide range of informed buyers.
International polo takes center stage in France for one of the most anticipated events of the equestrian season. From September 23 to 27, at the iconic Chantilly Polo Club, the Italian National Polo Team takes to the field to compete in the European qualifiers for the 2027 FIP Polo World Championship.
Negotiation is the heart of a real estate transaction: it is where supply and demand truly meet and where price, terms, and timelines of the sale are defined. It is a delicate phase in which preparation, expertise, and mediation skills make all the difference.
The loft has a distinctive appeal: you might come across one in a TV series, an architecture magazine or during a property viewing, and it immediately conveys a sense of space, light and design freedom that sets it apart from a conventional apartment. Before being won over, however, it is worth understanding what truly distinguishes this type of property, not only in terms of aesthetics but also in the practicalities of living in and buying one.
Beware of traps and read the fine print before you sign
Have you just purchased a property, or are you about to do so, and want to know where to start with the renovation work? Which works can you carry out without submitting paperwork to the local authorities? The answer lies in the concept of permitted development, which covers certain works that can be carried out without obtaining planning permission or other specific permits. Understanding the boundaries is essential, because carrying out works beyond what is permitted—even unintentionally—can result in an unauthorised building work.
Purchasing a property to renovate is today one of the most strategic choices in the Italian real estate market. The mutuo con ristrutturazione is emerging as an increasingly relevant financial tool: it allows buyers to finance both the purchase of the property and the renovation costs in a single solution, simplifying the overall financial management of the process. Generally lower purchase prices, the freedom to customise every space, and the concrete opportunity to increase the property’s value over time are factors that attract an ever-growing number of informed buyers.
Purchasing international real estate is a significant step that requires careful planning and in-depth knowledge. Engel & Völkers accompanies you on this journey with expertise and a worldwide network. Whether you're looking for a holiday home in Tuscany, a villa on the Côte d'Azur, or an apartment on Lake Constance – we support you in selecting international real estate in the best locations, clarify legal and financial aspects, and help you realize your international real estate dreams abroad.