Property news from Italy

Superior South

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Those who want to find something different in the Italian property scene may wish to look to the south, it has been suggested...

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Sperlonga - the Jewel of the Mediterranean

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Nestled halfway between Rome to the north and Naples to the South, Sperlonga is a quiet coastal town in Italy that offers some of the best property options for overseas investors. According to local property experts, the resort has some of the most b

New Golf Courses to Add to Sicily’s Attraction

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Most people known Sicily as the birth place of the notorious mafia; however for investors who know their market, Sicily is the place to turn to for some of the highest quality properties in Italy. The area is now all set to attract high net worth ind

Italian Property Growing Steadily

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Italy has been a stable market over the last couple of years where real estate is concerned; Knight Frank''s Global House Price Survey has found that property prices in the European country increased at the same level in 2008 as in 2007.

Turn to Sicily for Property in Italy

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Italy has been one European nation that has seen steady growth in property values despite the economic downturn. A new report on the country states that Sicily is an area of Italy that offers excellent options for property investments.

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Costa Smeralda Opening Up

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Costa Smeralda or the Emerald Coast of Italy is famous for being home to the rich and famous. But in recent years, this stretch of the coast has opened up to more number of people and it is now possible to enjoy this scenic coastline for reasonable p

Britons abroad ''need to know language''

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:00:00 GMT

People who are living and working abroad have been advised to learn the language of their host country.

According to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, knowing the native tongue could help Britons overseas progress in thei

House prices in Italy tipped to grow

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Homeowners in Italy are expecting the market to experience further growth over the next few years, a new poll has found.

According to the Financial Times, nearly two-thirds of people in the country believe property values will have gone up i

Venice Costly but Guarantees Great Returns

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Venice is a cultural hotspot that attracts thousands of wealthy tourists every year. This makes it a great place to invest in buy-to-let properties, according to Linda Travella of Casa Travella, a leading estate agent of the city.

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More British people looking to move abroad

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Residents of affluent commuter towns in northern England are increasingly considering the possibility of moving abroad.

According to The Emigration Group, the majority of the enquiries it has received in the last six months have come from pe

Housing boom ''has made buying abroad affordable''

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT

The housing boom in the UK over the last decade has fuelled the popularity of buying abroad, it has been suggested.

According to Saga Travel Money, a growing number of over-50s in the UK are thinking of spending their post-working lives over

Declining British market fuels interest in foreign property

Tue, 20 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Interest in buying overseas property is being fuelled by the continuing downturn in the British market, it has been revealed.

Currency specialist FC Exchange said consumers in the UK are currently "keener than ever" to buy a reside

Rising living costs prompt Scots to look abroad

Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT

A new study has revealed that one in five people in Scotland would be prepared to emigrate to avoid the impact of the credit crunch.

Respondents to a survey by Legal & General said they are struggling with increases in the cost of food,

Investors set to flock to southern Italy

Wed, 14 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Southern Italy is likely to attract more and more interest from investors over the next few years, an expert has stated.

According to Bernardo Retana of the International Property Investment Network, the region offers a number of attractions

Italian House Prices Set to Rise

Mon, 12 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Today, Italy represents a more affordable option to the discerning buyer than properties in the better established markets of France and Spain. Slow uptake means that bargains can still be found across the country. As investment properties however,