In Italy, children have the right to a personal relationship with both parents It is important to understand parental rights in Italy for those living or moving to the country. That way, if you have children, you can be in the best position to make decisions for the future. All EU countries recognise that children […]
In some parts of the world, buying property at auction is routine Buying Italian property at auction, however, is not quite so straightforward. There are two types of auction in Italy. Vendita con incanto and vendita senza incanto. In both types of auctions, the actioneer sets the minimum sale before the auction. Vendita con incanto These […]
Close family members take precedence in Italian inheritance Testamentary succession is determined in accordance with the provisions of a lawful will and the applicable rules of law In Italy, the disposal of an estate occurs in compliance with the decisions of the testator as set out in an Italian will. Or, where the deceased was intestate, […]
What you absolutely must understand before buying a house in Italy In order to make your purchase as safe and efficient as possible, before buying a house in Italy, you should understand how the process works and who you should involve. When you visit a country for a holiday, cultural differences are charming and exciting. […]
“Italian property purchases. What’s the legal position when it comes to defects and noncompliances?” Over the years, De Tullio Law Firm has helped clients deal with all sorts of defects and noncompliances relating to Italian property purchases. Take for example, a couple who arrived in Tuscany for their first holiday at their recently purchased dream […]
Television licences in Italy Following a review in 2016, the Italian Council of State approved the move to add the television licences in Italy fee, for State broadcaster RAI, to household electricity bills. The new legislation introduces the presumption of ownership of a television wherever a property has an electricity connection. Non-resident property owners also […]
Thinking long term about Italian assets Do you, or your family, own Italian assets? Are you thinking of buying a property in Italy? If so, it is advisable to research and prepare for the future of those Italian assets. You may like to watch our short video on this subject. Inheritance and probate laws vary from […]
Why is it worthwhile making an Italian will? If you own property in Italy, having an Italian will can prevent all sorts of difficulties for heirs when transferring ownership of an Italian property. In Italy, the disposal of an estate occurs in compliance with the decisions of the testator as set out in an will. […]
Interior changes to layout in Italian properties do not always require planning and building permission Recently, the Italian government has simplified the paperwork necessary for renovation and building work. As part of these efforts, new legislation was introduced in 2014. Measures include a Notice of Commencement of Work – Comunicazione Inizio Lavori (CIL). A CIL allows […]
Are your affairs in order? Wills are important – especially if you own assets in more than one jurisdiction The independent professional body for solicitors in England and Wales has warned that the consequences of dying without a valid will can be dire for those left behind. The research revealed that 73 per cent of 16-54 […]
