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The modus operandi of Engel & Völkers

Real Estate Agent Andrea Fiorenzani at Engel & Völkers Siena has brokered an exclusive apartment in the centre of the Italian city within the space of just 15 days. He kept closely to the “modus operandi” of Engel & Völkers, from acquisition of the property through to the deal closure. With great success!

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What aspects should be considered when selling a house?

Real estate is often the largest possession we have. Therefore, when it comes to selling the house we live in or a flat we own, it is virtually impossible not to consider memories that bind us to them.

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Tips for selling your home: what causes mistrust in a potential buyer

Selling your home can be a long and complex process, especially if you are not prepared for an undertaking of this magnitude. One of the first steps to take, therefore, is to engage the services of a qualified real estate agent. Equally crucial is to organise your property in good time in terms of the necessary documentation, finding relevant information and, more specifically, minor repairs. Here, then, are the main aspects to consider when preparing your home for sale.

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The Stages of a Real Estate Negotiation: A Complete Guide for Sellers and Buyers

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.

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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Selling your home to buy another: the complete guide

Want to move to a larger home, a better area, or simply somewhere different? One practical issue can hold many people back: how do you manage the sale of your current home and the purchase of a new one at the same time? Should you sell first and then start looking, risking being left without a home? Or buy first, risking having to cover the costs of two properties? And how can you coordinate the timing?

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Italy’s Polo Team Dreams of the 2027 World Championships: Engel & Völkers Supports the National Team in Chantilly

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.

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How to know when to sell your house

You've owned a property for a few years and have started thinking about selling it, but you're not sure whether to act now or wait a little longer. You hear about rising prices, falling interest rates and increasing demand, and you wonder whether you should take advantage of the current market or wait for a better opportunity.

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Mandatory Land Registry Compliance in the deed of sale

When executing a notarial deed for the purchase and sale of real estate, it is mandatory to have the "Cadastral Compliance" certificate; otherwise, the deed will be annulled. This obligation is established by Legislative Decree 78/2010 in our legal system and is not merely an additional bureaucratic requirement but rather a protection tool for the buyer.

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Selling a house furnished or unfurnished: What is best and how to handle furniture

You are about to put your house up for sale and there is a practical question you hadn't anticipated: what should you do with the furniture? Leave it all, remove it all, or keep only a few pieces? It seems like a secondary decision, but it isn't: it affects the price, the selling time, and even the type of buyer the property attracts.