Author: Antonello Pierro (Antonello Pierro)

The offer stage 1. What Is an Offer to Purchase in Italy ? In the Italian property purchase process, the offer to purchase (Proposta di Acquisto) is not merely an expression of interest. It is often the first legally significant step of the transaction and, in many cases, it already creates binding obligations. This is...

Why you are asked to commit before knowing everything 1. Why You Are Asked to Commit Before Knowing Everything. In Italy, you are often required to commit to a property transaction before having full visibility of the property. For many foreign buyers (especially those familiar with the U.S. system) this can be both surprising and...

Buying property in Italy: the role of the real estate agent in the Italian legal system. 1. The Role of the Real Estate Agent in Italy: A Key Difference Many foreign buyers approach the Italian real estate market assuming that the agent is there to represent and protect their interests. This assumption, while natural for...