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What Happens if a Seller Dies Before the Final Deed in Italy?
If a property seller dies before the final notarial deed in Italy, the transaction does not necessarily end. But the buyer should not assume that the sale can continue as planned. The seller’s death can change who has authority to sell, who must sign, when completion can occur and whether the original contract remains…
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Legal Due Diligence in Sardinian Real Estate: How Remote Consulting Protects Foreign Buyers
Buying property in Sardinia sounds romantic until you’re six months into ownership and discover the swimming pool was built without permits, or that the previous owner left 40,000 euros in unpaid condominium fees that are now legally your responsibility, or that half the property sits on land classified as agricultural and can never be…
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Closing Assistance in Italy: What Foreign Property Buyers Should Expect
Closing assistance in Italy should begin well before the final deed is signed. For foreign buyers, proper legal support means checking the property, the seller, the documents and the contract before an offer, deposit or preliminary agreement creates obligations that may be difficult and expensive to reverse. The final signing before an Italian notary…
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Can You Trust the Seller’s Documents When Buying Property in Italy?
Seller-provided documents are a starting point, not an independent legal clearance for the buyer. When buying property in Italy, foreign buyers will often receive a folder from the seller, estate agent or notary containing plans, title documents, cadastral records, photographs, certificates and draft contracts. Those documents may be useful. They may also be incomplete,…
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Buying a House in Sardinia for Retirement: 10 Property Risks to Check Before You Move
Retiring to Sardinia can be an excellent decision. But a property that looks perfect for holidays may be expensive, difficult or legally unsuitable for permanent life on the island. Many future retirees are drawn to Sardinia for understandable reasons. They want more light, more time outdoors, better food, proximity to the sea, lower density,…