How is the house divided in a divorce in Italy? This article explores Italian matrimonial regimes, or marital property systems, and how property is split in a divorce in Italy. Matrimonial regimes in Italy “Regime patrimoniale dei coniugi” in Italian. Because matrimonial regimes regulate financial affairs between couples, matrimonial regimes may become a significant aspect […]
How to protect an inheritance from divorce and/or separation Separation and divorce are two of the most painful events in life. The decision to legally end a relationship can set off a long and difficult process. The upheavals and emotional challenges can be enormous. On top of this, complex legal and financial issues with short […]
Do beneficiaries need to pay tax on Italian inheritance? This is a question we are often asked at De Tullio Law Firm. The answer is yes. Beneficiaries need to pay Italian inheritance tax. Who calculates Italian inheritance tax? When you become the beneficiary of an inheritance you may have to submit a statement of succession, “Dichiarazione […]
De Tullio International Law Firm. Solid, strong, stable legal expertise At De Tullio Law Firm we provide independent legal advice in all areas of the law. The majority of our work focuses on managing a wide range of Italian and cross border legal matters. We are specialists in property, family and inheritance law. A passion […]
The Italian property market Dreaming of buying property in Italy? The country’s rich heritage, magnificent buildings, cities steeped in history and regions with landscapes are as sublime as they are varied. This territorial diversity and widely different prices per square metre of property make the Italian real estate market very interesting. Property Prices The average […]
1 Euro houses in Italy: too good to be true? In recent years, to combat dwindling populations in rural areas of Italy, a number of Italian villages, have been launching charm offensives by putting a number of houses up for sale for the symbolic sum of 1 Euro. The aim of local municipalities is to […]
Italian Property: The importance of cadastral (land registry) and zoning compliance We often meet people who find themselves in trouble because they didn’t seek legal advice about cadastral and zoning compliance when they bought their Italian property. It is not uncommon to discover – some time after buying an Italian property, that the property is […]
COVID pandemic impact on the Italian property market If you own property in Italy or you are currently looking at the Italian Property Market, you may be wondering how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the real estate market in Italy. Unfortunately, many people have lost their jobs or have had to halt professional activities during […]
Force Majeure: “Act of God” Does the COVID-19 pandemic trigger a Force Majeure Clause in Italian Property Sales and Purchasing Contracts? Also known as an “Act of God”, a Force Majeure clause in contracts is widely known, yet narrowly understood. In general, a Force Majeure is an event that is beyond the control of either […]
An Italian real estate agency’s role is to connect vendors with buyers The first step in purchasing a home in Italy is to look for properties that you like. For this, services of a licensed Italian real estate agency provide invaluable support. An Italian real estate agency will facilitate property transactions. The agency will provide relevant information […]
