Yes. In Italy, every property transfer must be completed before a notary (notaio) — this is a legal requirement that cannot be bypassed. The notary's role is to authenticate the deed and ensure the transfer is legally valid.

What I do is work alongside the notary on your behalf: reviewing draft contracts before you sign, flagging any issues in the title or cadastral records, and ensuring that the notary's work is based on complete and accurate information. Think of it as having your own expert in the room.

Absolutely. Many clients come to me after finding a property through an agent, a portal like Immobiliare.it, or a private introduction. At that stage, the most critical work is still ahead: due diligence, price negotiation, and contract review.

I can step in at any point in the process — including if you've already made an offer but haven't yet signed the compromesso (preliminary contract). The earlier you involve me, the more protected you are, but it's rarely too late to bring in independent advice.

My primary focus is the Italian Lakes — Lake Garda, Lake Como, and Lake Maggiore — and the surrounding Northern Italy region, including Milan, Verona, the Veneto, and Trentino.

If you're considering a property in a different part of Italy, get in touch. Depending on the location and circumstances, I may be able to assist directly or refer you to a trusted colleague.

I work fluently in English, Italian, and German. All consultations, reports, contracts, and correspondence can be handled in whichever language — or combination of languages — works best for you.

For international buyers, this means you receive advice in your language while I manage all Italian-language dealings with agents, notaries, and local authorities on your behalf.

My fees are transparent and agreed upfront — there are no hidden costs or commissions tied to the sale price. I offer both a fixed-fee advisory retainer and a success-based structure depending on the scope of the mandate.

The best starting point is a paid initial consultation, which gives you a clear picture of the buying process, the costs involved, and how I can help — with no obligation to proceed further. Fee details are discussed at the consultation stage.

Non-EU citizens can generally purchase property in Italy, subject to a reciprocity principle — Italy must allow your country's citizens to buy if your country allows Italians to buy there. In practice, this covers the vast majority of nationalities, including US, UK, Australian, Canadian, and Swiss buyers.

The more important considerations for non-EU buyers often relate to ownership structures, tax planning, and inheritance — areas where my legal background makes a material difference. These are exactly the issues I address as part of a full advisory mandate.

The first step is a paid initial consultation — a focused conversation (by video call or in person) where we discuss your goals, budget, timeline, and any specific properties or areas you're considering. You'll leave with a clear picture of the Italian buying process and exactly how I can help.

Use the contact form below to introduce yourself, and I'll be in touch within one business day to arrange a time.