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I'm buying a place in Italy! Join me as I make my dream of living in Italy a reality. I might find a 1 Euro Italian house that needs to be completely renovated or I might find a move-in ready place. But whatever happens, you are invited to come along as I experience this once in a lifetime adventure. I'll start with researching as much of Italy as I can including flights, visas, the 20 regions of Italy, the food, the wine and the people.
Your Comments About My Piedmont Italy Property And My Responses
I respond to some of your comments and give you an update on my purchase of the house is Piedmont Italy.
Here are the 3 Italian real estate websites I've come across:
www.idealista.it/
www.casa.it/
www.immobiliare.it/
Here are the 3 Italian real estate websites I've come across:
www.idealista.it/
www.casa.it/
www.immobiliare.it/
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How To Buy A House In Italy
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I'm in the process of buying a house in Italy and I want to share with you my experience. Learn about the relatively simple process of buying a house in Italy. My realtor Paola's current listings at idealista.it - www.idealista.it/en/pro/rp-immobiliare-asti-90355/vendita-case/ Another website to search for real estate in Italy is www.immobiliare.it/ Here are Paola's current listings on casa.it ...
I Bought A House in Italy
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OK, well maybe I haven't bought it yet, but I am now under contract to buy it. I made an official signed offer and the sellers agreed to the offer and signed the contract. I'll finalize the purchase when I'm in Italy next month. Follow along as I explain my thought process and how I decided to buy this property.
Would You Buy This Castle or One of These Other Piedmont Italy Properties
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This week we're looking at 4 different properties. One is a typical farm house, another is a country estate with frescoed ceilings, another would be taking over a huge project and last is an incredible castle. Follow along as I look at these 4 interesting properties in Piedmont/Piemonte Italy.
Could This Be The Perfect Piedmont Property For Me?
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I found a great smaller property in Piedmont that might be perfect. It's just under 750 square feet, had two bedrooms and a barn with a garage. Also, the barn could be remodeled into another apartment, which brings up some thoughts on short term rentals. Everyone says I should rent out the place that I buy, but does anyone really know the tax implications and requirements for short term rentals...
You Won't Believe the Price I Have Negotiated For This Italian Property
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This is a follow up to last week's video on the property in Piedmont that I am really interested in buying. I've got a video tour of the cellar, some new information on possible repairs and you won't believe the price that I've negotiated. Oh yeah, and someone tried to steal this property from me.
Become a Member of Around the World With Mike
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I can't wait to have you as a member of my CZcams Channel. Take a look at the perks and become a member today.
I'm seriously considering buying this property in Piedmont Italy, but not for €85,000
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This is the first property that I'm considering buying in Italy. It was originally listed for €95,000 but reduced to €85,000 by the time I looked at it. The realtor said the price is negotiable so I'm going to check with her. If the sellers are willing to drop the price, I think I'll buy it. It has almost everything that I want: a garage, rooftop patio, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, great locati...
Would You Pay €48,000 For This Property in Piedmont Italy?
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This is the second property in the Piedmont Collection. I visited this property in Montemagno Italy in June of 2024. It's 110 square meters with 1.5 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms and a cellar. What do you think about it? www.idealista.it/en/immobile/30060819/
Would you buy this Italian Property in Piemonte/Piedmont?
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This is the first in a series of three properties that I visited in the Piemonte (Piedmont) region of Italy in June of 2024. This two bedroom one and a half bath property was for sale for €42,000 at that time. Would you pay that much for this property?
How Much Would You Pay For This Italian Property
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The last in the Penne Property Collection. This property was listed for €45,000 and included 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It did not include a garage or a terrace. Here's the listing if you want more details: abruzzohouses.com/properties/townhouse/penne/1843/
Would You Pay 100,000 Euros for This Italy Home?
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I continue my search for the perfect property in Italy. What do you think of this property in Penne in the Abruzzo region? Four bedrooms, one bathroom and and a huge garage. Would you spend 100,000 Euros on this?
Penne Italy Property Tour 2
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My second property tour in Penne, Abruzzo Italy. This little place has a rooftop terrace, a place to park a couple motorcycles and 1.5 baths. Would you buy this place for $35,000 dollars? You can find your own dream home on idealista.it by just looking.
My First Property Tour in Penne Abruzzo Italy
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This live property tour in Penne Abruzzo Italy was one of the properties that I featured as an online tour in a previous episode. Although it has a completely new roof it needs everything else. Watch along as I take a look at this potential property. Here is the original listing www.idealista.it/en/immobile/29711788/
Abruzzo Ancient Ruins, Agriturismos and Rural Properties
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Come along as we explore the Abruzzo region of Italy. Visit the ancient Roman ruins of a colosseum and amphitheater, check out an Agritourismo and see some rural properties in person and online. Abruzzo is IT!
I'm In Italy Ready to Look at Properties
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I'm In Italy Ready to Look at Properties
Would You Buy This 17th Century Italian Palace
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Would You Buy This 17th Century Italian Palace
Would you buy one of these properties in Lazio Italy?
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Would you buy one of these properties in Lazio Italy?
Would you buy one of these Campania Properties in Italy?
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Would you buy one of these Campania Properties in Italy?
The Food and Wines of Italy by Region
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The Food and Wines of Italy by Region
Would you buy any of these Italian properties?
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Would you buy any of these Italian properties?
Where Should I Buy My Place in Italy - The 20 Regions of Italy
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Where Should I Buy My Place in Italy - The 20 Regions of Italy
Prizren Kosovo call to prayer with competing callers.
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Prizren Kosovo call to prayer with competing callers.
Sadly, the Louvre from a tourists perspective is one of the worst museums I have ever visited. Apart from the horrendous queues and high cost of entry, the rooms are very poorly laid out and suffer from quantity over quality. Yes, there are a few really fabulous pieces but it is pretty well impossible to get to be able to stand, admire and enjoy without subjected to nudges, and cameras thrust in a gap to ruin what enjoyment might be drawn. The best museum by a country mile is the National Gallery in London followed by the Prado Museum in Madrid, Ufizi in Florence. The Louvre was not good in the 1970's, was refreshingly disappointing in the 1980's and a full 40 years later remains a poor choice for tourists. Sorry if this seems disappointing comment. Spread the contents over 5 venues and it would be better.
The ground floor room would have been a street level cantina for storing oil, wine, etc and doing some cooking. Yes the cement painted tiles are lovely. I have the same in Marseille. You see a lot of these carreaux ciments in France, Spain, Italy ❤
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I think that ceiling was a starburst ceiling.
Do you ship Sasha to & from Europe every time you visit? I’m fascinated & curious.
Re: renting part of the house out: many people looking for a house in Italy need an address to stay in for a few months while they look around for a suitable property. Maybe worth looking into that. Super pleased for you.
That’s our plan exactly! We are looking for a place to rent for 3 months around October-ish! We haven’t started looking yet but as a retired couple we would love to rent from someone we have come to know through CZcams posts!
Nice update. Mike, did you consider Portugal, France or Spain?
Thanks for the updates! Happy Friday 😊 no comments ❤?! 😮
"Smokin hot in Southern Italy". Not at 2000 ft elevation, Mike, away from the coast. More like Boulder, even a little snow, Jan-March.
I’m curious about this! I want to find the coolest region in Southern Italy to have my beach access and cooler Summer mountain house, any recommendations?
I got lucky, Mike. I watch Italy videos obviously and CZcams algorithms pushed a channel that just talks about their new Italian experience and they just happened to have a neighbor wanting to sell and he agreed to do a walk thru video, no commission, no realtor. His Channel has normally about 200 views. My jaw dropped at midnight and I did some checking on Google maps, etc and flew off an email and followed that up with a 20 minute phone call the next day and got it.
I am so happy for you! That place has so much charm, very unique I love the tiles, the bread warmer,lots of potential very unique! Would love to rent one of the apartment for a bit 😊 congrats!!🍾🎊👏
Hi Mike, really enjoying your videos. How did you go about getting your bike for the tour? Was it a hire bike or your own?
Another fun video Mike! Thanks again for sharing your adventure with us!
San Marino borders Emilia Romagna, then to the south there are Marche and then Abruzzo 😊
Lots of fun, enjoyed the Q&A session.
How much did you pay for the property?
You answered your own question, place is to big for you, and you will be spending money on it if you bought it, look for something smaller that is cheaper and you can renovate.
Star vaulted ceilings
Of all the places you have visited, where is the most beautiful and best climate? Not too hot in summer?
Love the location and that it is private with the courtyard and garage. The house is a little weird as far as layout, but could be made into a beautiful home.
I guessed it would be the 2nd choice. You love motorcycle s. I can see you in the garage with your tools and friends, it has electricity all set up.
Hello Mr. Mike! I mentioned you in a new Community Post in my profile to appreciate you for sharing… One of my first, and I don’t know how that works exactly lol. Just wanted you to know I appreciate you and all those who share their buying journey from outside the country. Hey errrybody! 🎉 One day I’ll be buying in Italy too, hope to see y’all there one day.
Funny, next month I'll be in Piedmont too and definitely in Montferrato. I want to see the area around Casorzo and later Biella. Which city will your future home be? Is it worth seeing? I hope the weather isn't too hot. Heat and me, - not a good combination! 😀
House is Beautiful, You need to add a bit of money on top to renovate the house. Just check sun orientation, facing south is the best.
My husband and I are looking to buy a home in Italy to retire in. We went for our first time in the summer of 2023 and have been looking for homes ever since! Our retirement date is 7 years away so keeping our fingers crossed for our dream home! Congratulations!
Good choice!
Congrats Mike. When is the big move?
Good Luck with your new home in Peidmont, Italy. That's exciting!
What site are you using to search? Love that first one with frescos. And then the second one is large with 2 baths. Both great value at 48k Euros. Did you film from Italy or US? Beautiful surrounding landscape!
I went on a cycling tour through the piedmont area and tasted all the great wine and went on a truffle hunt. I have been searching for a place too and am attracted to that area because of its beauty but also thinking it may be cooler in the summer.
Congratulations Mike, I will be doing the same in late fall. Italy 🎉
Sounds opposite of what I hear about southern Italy because the south is known for being agricultural.
Mike, I am selling my condo in America and moving to Italy. I have dual citizenship. Italy, stimulates all my senses. Your video is going to help me with the specifics of what needs to be done. Grazie!🇮🇹
Congratulations! That's great. I hope my info helps. Best of luck to you.
Mike, happy you found a great place that checks many boxes. We did to, although we are west of Naples. Bullet train from Naples to Milan will get us there at 300KM per hour and then we can rail it to other parts of Europe. Our plans are rail, not bike, so I think will work for us. Best wishes !
Congratulations! I love that area around Naples and the city of Naples itself. Well done. Enjoy!
Best wishes Mike. I'm going thru buying now also. Hired a local RE attorney to coordinate everything for me, and protect my interests.
That's great! Congratulations. I hope everything goes smoothly for you. 🤞
I’d be interested in any recommendations etc.
I am curious about the Piedmonte. I have cousin there who actually build homes. I assumed I would prefer the south assuming it was warmer, but I have seen droughts that have me rethinking retirement. Do you like this climate better?
Hard to say what the climate will be like these days. It seems to be changing everywhere. It was flooding in the north this spring and they had terrible hail last year. I think in general the north will be a better fit for me though.
Here’s the thing I know that people are saying not worth 100 K and I’m sure in Italian standards. I’ve been looking at a lot of videos too. That’s probably true but coming from the San Francisco Bay area then living in Marin county the thought of even hearing anything for 100 K that’s what people pay out here for cars.😂😂😂😂
No kidding. That's the price of a pickup truck these days. Although that place definitely wasn't with 100k.
Just found your channel and totally interesting. Been enjoying listening to your experience. It’s on my bucket list. I am planning on retiring in Italy not for a while though. I’m a caretaker to my elderly mother so at some point, but thanks for sharing all of your information. that’s helpful and congratulations, also I was pretty set on Tuscany but being a native from San Francisco California I’m also a cheese and wine girl myself so interesting to hear that perspective of course if I was not looking at up coastal town, I know the cuisine would be more but I like the idea of being central as well thanks for sharing your perspective.
Thanks Mike for the update. Keep the videos coming, we are enjoying the ride along with your adventure!
Incredibly excited for you Mike. Will your father be helping with any restoration needs? If so, does Italy have a limit on how much JB Weld can be brought through customs? 😂 Thanks for the shout out!
Thanks for all the information, Mike! Isn't the geometra also the person who would evaluate the structure for stability, similar to what a property inspection would be in the States? Is it possible to get that done for a property in advance of making an offer? Here, that's a prerequisite during the offer stage when you can request repairs, etc. I'm curious about that process.
You are 100% correct and Geometra in my opinion is the most important link in the end to end process - not only to reconcile the Actual Layout against the Registered Layout, but can advise what you can and cannot do to a property given it's age and council rules, Note any variation in the Actual Layout against the Registered Layout, then the SELLER has to own all costs to get new approvals and updated Registered Plans approved by City Hall otherwise the Notary will not process the sale due to the variance.
Why not renting out the 2nd apartment permanently? There will be someone to look after the house when you are absent.
Great info! Thanks, Mike.
Thanks, Mike, very interesting video. Could you elaborate a bit on the negotiation process? That would be very helpful, too. Thanks a bunch! 🙏
Sorry, just saw that you covered it in detail already. Thanks, much appreciated! Hope everything continues to go smoothly. 🤞😊
❤love the location! So close to the French Riviera and Milan, Germany, Austria and a historical culture spot…Best of all worlds. South of Italy near the boot is beautiful too … I’m reconsidering now 😮 based on your journey, Mike
Great, Mike! When you feel like taking a break you’re welcome to visit and see the fantastic little house, and views (!) I have in Abruzzo!
You should delete the “investment” scammers in your comments 👍🏼
❤ congratulations my dream is to live in Sicily but I don’t know Italian and sure I could learn but it would be hard so for now I will just dream and visit
Hey Mike, I can confirm your comments. It matches our experience so far. We are in the process of purchasing in MOSSO, Piedmont. Notary closing also in September. We love the Piedmont area, and Mosso is a very affordable area in the mountains.
I am all for the rooftop terrace ❤