I Bought a Little House in Italy | My Top 5 Tips if you're thinking of buying a house in Italy

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[jedwards]

We bought sight unseen in Molise during the pandemic as well, in a village that we've never been to, let alone ever going to Molise. It was what my budget could afford. We couldn't be more happy with our choice. The people in the village are amazing and we have all the things that other regions have, just smaller. Roman ruins, check, hill top village founded by the Normans with a castle, check, etc etc.. Our views are similar to yours Julie, buy local, buy old, LEARN THE LANGUAGE, live in the village and integrate with the locals. Enjoy the life and the daily walks to get your 3rd or 4th espresso and a cornetto. 😀

[egeegee]

Hi Neighbour. We live in Liguria and bought in March. 2020. The house was still filled with all furniture and the sheds arrived with machines and olive nets. A culture shock but wonderful. The old chain saw is still working! I think Italy allows you to live and learn. It’s superb.

[marthawolfsen]

My husband and I had a summer cottage in the South of France for twenty years. What Julie is telling you is absolutely spot on-- especially, learning to speak the language. Refreshing my school girl French made a tremendous difference.

[debbietaylor]

Such heartfelt advice from your experience Julie. So lovely that you shared it with everyone!!!

[dinikars]

Agree with learning the language if you want to immerse yourself in the community.

[AP-kbtn]

Julie, you have done such an amazing job with your purchase, update and integrating into the community! What a wonderful accomplishment!

[gogopetroulopoulou]

👍👍🙌 I love your dress! You should make a new video about your vintage dresses...😜 thanks for another great video!

[ellenapa]

Hi from Verrucola. May I also suggest applying for your codice fiscale as soon as you think you want to buy in Italy. It makes life easier to have it in hand. And the right realtor is key. Ours set up all our utilities, helped with bank accounts, provided a property manager who takes care of all our renovation projects. Our little castle house is as close to heaven as I'll ever get, lol. Hope to see you at the coffee shop one of these days.

[ellie]

Great advice, always wanted a place where I can relax and recharge, however, you are so right it is important to know from the get go if you want rural or urban. I would want to be in walking distance to the cafe, shops and restaurants. I live in London and would love to buy a little place and also love the Italian culture and would love to learn the language. Thank you for all the great tips.

[stelas]

Good for you. Full acceptance and immersion into the local culture is key

[slw]

I love everything about your house. Your vibe is amazing. I love that you support the locals and adapt to the culture quite well. Best of wishes.

[spormonto]

Hello, Julie
Congratulations on your beautiful new home,
And all respect to you for implementing your unique ideas when purchasing your old home furniture..
I loved your wonderful comments, , and the honesty, simplicity and accuracy in conveying the information, ,
You are a positive person, , I wish you all success and happiness.

[Muttsrus-bkyd]

I loved it when you went to the flea markets!! I love to see old treasures cleaned and reused.

[seasonschange]

Julie, this information is wonderful. Thank you for sharing all of this important information. I do agree learning the language is extremely important and polite. People in other Countries really appreciate this gesture of respect and then you are able to make friends and after all thats part of the point of living in an other Country.
Can hardly wait to see these Antique Markets.
Thank you Julie

[anthonylimongelli]

Thank you, Julie, I am an Italian-American citizen who learns from your videos here in Florida. I have to tell you that you are such an inspiring person and smart too. We are all learning so much from you so please keep up the great work and fixing and decorating your house in Italy. I am very proud of you!

[MM-jvdi]

Thank you this was great. I love your townhouse, You did a good job remodeling.
I would love if you please in one video go over different provinces in Tuscany and going over different antique shops in different video.
Your husband got so lucky with you, For a girl who married privileged family, You are hard worker and rare!
I admire a woman like you who builds life for her family regardless !
Enjoy your beautiful work with cup of coffee in terrace.

[jennifergoodwin]

Love this advice! I visited Italy 17 years ago before I had my children, and it was an amazing trip. It is such a beautiful country!

[melissaphillips]

Julie I am looking forward to seeing your kitchen remodel in your Italian house. Every room is beautiful and so well done. Enjoy everyday you are there Julie as I know each visit means a lot to you. Take care and safe travels♥️

[nobodycares]

Can't wait for the next reno on this house. Love your Italian House renovation project!

[jensvonbrasch]

Such sensible and commonsense advice but delivered with such heartfelt freshness and wealth of personal experience, so can’t but go away enriched. Thanks, Julie. I wish I was in the market for a home in Italy…🤗😘