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LEGAL SERVICES FOR PROPERTY PURCHASE IN ITALY
What legal services do we offer
Why do you need legal (and technical) support when purchasing houses in Italy?
To answer this question, we need to consider the major legal and engineering matters that are likely to arise. Let’s see what these matters are.
When dealing with a foreign buyer in Italy, there are specific verifications that must be done regarding international legal provisions. Additionally, if the party to the contract does not appear personally before the notary public or is not fluent in Italian, it is essential to organize a special power of attorney and translations.
Before signing a preliminary contract, it is important not only to verify its content and adjust its conditions to specific situations but also to analyze the legal documentation of the particular real estate.
Legal verification is sometimes not sufficient when a seller does not provide the necessary building permits and technical statements that the real estate complies with technical provisions. In these cases, the intervention of a qualified technical professional (civil engineer, architect, surveyor) is necessary. Our law firm collaborates daily with civil engineers to ensure a holistic approach to your future real estate.
It is important to keep in mind that although real estate agents are licensed professionals who assist clients in buying and selling, their responsibilities are limited to due diligence and do not cover in-depth legal analysis and technical assistance. That’s why, to ensure a safe, and advantageous for the buyer, transaction, it is important to engage additional professionals such as a legal advisor, technical experts, and often, a tax advisor.
