Buying a House in Italy (Buying a House - Vacation Work Pub) [Paperback]

Gordon Neale (Author)

Book Description

Series: Buying a House - Vacation Work Pub | Publication Date: September 1, 2003

A complete guide to buying property in Italy, including where to find the perfect house and how to buy it.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Buying a House in Italy is an excellent guide.'
-"The Observer."
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From the Back Cover

This informative guide is broken into 4 major parts:
Part I - includes history, culture, economy, Visas, permits, residence regulations, health care, education, food, drink and shopping.
Part II ¿ profiles of the regions of Italy; climate, topography & attractions; types of property available; comparative tables of prices; selecting the best places to buy.
Part III ¿ red tape, planning and surveys; securing legal & other experts; currency conversion, taxes and mortgages; conveyancing, contracts & deposits.
Part IV ¿ restoration and renovation; dealing with local artisans; gardens, pools & security; making money from your property; removals, pets and customs.
You will also find information on making a fresh start, your dream retirement, finding a holiday home and up-and-coming areas as well as useful contacts and personal case histories.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Vacation Work Publications; 1st edition (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 185458300X
• ISBN-13: 978-1854583000
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,050,027 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars IF ONLY, October 15, 2003

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"amereny" (Cortona Italy) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Buying a House in Italy (Buying a House - Vacation Work Pub) (Paperback)

We bought a house in Cortona Italy 12 years ago only after a long hard search. IF ONLY we had Gordon Neale's book with us on that first trip hunting for the perfect house. His detailed knowledge of the intracacies of house buying law in Italy is infinite and we would have had fewer grey hairs if this book was available then
. Apart from that it is a wonderful guide from a very sympathetic student of the history, language and humanity of the Italian nation. In concise chapters he will give you the benefit of his long study and experience of the regions, their differences and special charms. The stuff this man has learned would take the casual visitor more than a life time to obtain. Here is his knowledge for you to savour at the cost of a paperback. This is not just a book for aspiring house buyers, it is an invaluable asset to anyone travelling in Italy. IF ONLY, we had had this book all those years ago, but we have it now and it brings even greater pleasure to our life Bella Italia

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More than just buying a house, January 21, 2006

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John F. Morton - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Buying a House in Italy (Buying a House - Vacation Work Pub) (Paperback)

I was sent this book for Christmas since I had stayed in Tuscany and am interested in buying there. Wow! This book is like a Whole Earth Catalog for Italy. Beyond the details on how to buy a house, it's got material on living there in a way that puts you right in the middle. I loved how the author interspersed Italian words and phrases throughout the book and had various glossaries for buying a house and even gardening and dealing with builders doing renovations. I find that I can recall the words easily because of the way he put them in the context of how I would actually use them in conversation to get something I want. The wit and wisdom sidebar on Berlusconi is a real gem. His listing of things like Italian TV and radio, I mean, I can see myself living there, important in the actual determination to buy. Also, he's got Web Site addresses throughout for additional information like real estate agents by region. This is a terrific book that's fun to read and dip into. I recommend it, highly.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good read, September 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Buying a House in Italy (Buying a House - Vacation Work Pub) (Paperback)

An excellent guide. I loved the sections on the history of Italy and the one on gardening.
The book is packed with information which is clearly written. It is a joy to read and a must for anyone contemplating buying a house in Italy.