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A brief overview; legal framework and deal structure   Real estate transactions in Italy are typically structured according with 2 schemes: Asset deals, which is about the direct acquisition of [...]

As Brexit deadline is getting closer, many British overseas property investors are wondering whether they are still entitled to buy home in Italy. From a juridical point of view, basically both [...]

Italy has long attracted discerning foreign home buyers in search of that magic place to enjoy. With its glorious history, wonderful climate and diverse landscape, from coastal plains to rugged [...]

A non-binding contract represents an agreement in which the parties are not legally obliged to carry out its terms. Institutional investors are generally used to approach a real estate [...]

Investing in unique properties in Italy with an excellent return: Legal issues   Alessandro Clemente − Italian solicitor specialized in international property law and founder at Clemente Law Firm [...]

The purchase of prestigious properties represents a safe and profitable long-term investment. This type of property presents very peculiar characteristics that make it particularly recognizable; [...]

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Entering into a real estate renovation/construction agreement might be an unpleasant experience for those who are not properly informed about the legal implications (Rights and Obligations) [...]

Property Auctions represent a fast growing trend on the Italian real estate market. Due to the last decade financial recession(2007-2016) and the latest Reform approved by the Government (2015), [...]

Conveyancing is that branch of law concerned with the study and analysis of the documents for the transferring of the ownership right of a real estate property from vendor to buyer. It is [...]

The Certificate of Habitability certifies the suitability of a residential property for living purposes. It is issued by the competent municipal offices following verification that the building [...]

Power of Attorney (Procura) is a legal document allowing the “principal” to bestow certain powers/faculties to the “attorney”,   to act on the principal’s behalf. This document states exactly the [...]

Introduction: When it comes to buy property in Italy Legal Due Diligence represents the necessary and very first initial step to do in order to avoid unpleasant surprises before any offer is [...]

Italy has recently introduced a new rule for the real estate transactions: today, funds for the completion of purchase of Italian property could be held in a escrow account by the Notary in [...]

Pursuant to article 13 of Italian legislative decree no. 196 of 30 June 2003 (“data protection code”), this information notice describes how Clemente Law Firm processes the personal data of users [...]