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Cosa accade quando l’acquirente non si presenta al rogito notarile: effetti sulla compravendita e possibili conseguenze legali

Buyer does not show up at the deed signing: what to do and how to protect yourself

You signed the preliminary contract, waited for the agreed deadlines, and on the day of the deed signing the buyer does not show up at the notary. It is a situation that creates confusion and frustration, but one that the law regulates very clearly. Knowing what happens if the buyer does not appear at the deed signing makes the difference between passively enduring a stalemate and responding with concrete legal tools. In this article, we explain the seller’s rights, the available options, and how to reduce the risk of default already at the preliminary agreement stage.

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Buyer does not show up at the deed signing: what to do and how to protect yourself
documenti

Required Documents to Sell a House in 2025: Complete and Updated Guide

Are you thinking about putting your property up for sale? Then it's essential to know exactly which documents are required to sell a house in 2025. Italian regulations mandate a set of compulsory documents that the seller must provide to ensure a smooth and legally compliant transaction.

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Vendita e acquisto Nuda proprietà

Bare Ownership: What It Is, Benefits, and Key Features

In recent years, the concept of bare ownership has attracted growing interest, both among property owners looking for new ways to manage their assets and among investors seeking long-term opportunities. This method allows different needs to be reconciled: on one hand, it provides immediate liquidity to the seller; on the other, it allows the buyer to access a property at a lower price compared to full ownership. In this guide, we analyze in detail what bare ownership is, the advantages it offers for both sellers and buyers, how its value is calculated, and which aspects should be considered before proceeding.

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Ristrutturazione bagno

Bathroom Renovation: A Complete Guide to Increasing Your Property’s Value

The bathroom is one of the most strategic spaces in any home. Investing in its renovation means improving comfort, functionality, and aesthetics while also boosting the property’s appeal on the market. Here’s how to get the most out of a bathroom makeover, with an overview of costs, tax incentives, planning, and benefits.

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Ingresso e soggiorno di un appartamento Engel & Volkers

The Complete and Definitive Guide to Selling a Home with Usufruct

Selling a property is never a simple process, but when it comes to a home subject to usufruct, the complexity increases. Usufruct is a property right that limits full ownership of the asset, creating a situation in which the parties involved, the bare owner and the usufructuary, must act in agreement. For many owners or heirs, this condition may seem like a great obstacle, but with the right guidance it is possible to handle the sale clearly and safely. In this guide, we analyse all the key aspects you need to know, enriched with concrete examples and practical cases.

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Mandato immobiliare

What the Real Estate Agency Mandate Is and How It Works

When you decide to sell a property, one of the most important — and often least understood — aspects is the mandate granted to the agency. This document defines the rights, duties, and responsibilities of both the owner and the real estate consultant, regulating the entire sales process.

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Mappa catastale

Cadastral Map Reference and Cadastral Parcel: Differences and Meaning

When dealing with a property sale, one of the most important aspects concerns the clarity and accuracy of cadastral documentation. This is often the stage when doubts about terminology arise: terms like cadastral map reference (mappale) and cadastral parcel are frequently used, but not always with full awareness. Understanding the difference between the two is not just a technical detail—it is a crucial step to avoid mistakes, delays, or misunderstandings during a property transaction.

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Two people shaking hands over a desk with real estate documents. In the foreground is a small model house with a white exterior and red roof, positioned on top of contract papers with a pen nearby. A set of house keys rests on the edge of the document. One person wears a white shirt, the other a dark business suit with white cuff. The meeting takes place in a bright, modern office space with large windows allowing natural light to flood in. The scene represents the closing of a property sale or rental agreement.

Selling a house before 5 years

First home bonus, taxes, penalties, bans and exceptions: What you need to know if you want to sell a house before 5 years.

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