<p>Understanding the cadastral value (i.e., assessed value) is vital for anyone looking to buy property in Italy or who already owns property. This official value, different from the market price, is key for calculating your Italian property tax. When you purchase a home in Italy, the cadastral value impacts your annual tax obligations. Whether it's your fir ... Show More
Sep 2025
Is Italy Safe? Travel and Safety Tips for Visitors, Expats and Homeowners
Italy is quite a safe place to live and visit, but like anywhere, you may occasionally come across unusual situations—especially in busier cities or crowded public areas. From avoiding common travel mistakes to keeping your belongings and home secure, a little extra awareness can ... Show More
16m 17s
May 2025
What Are the Bills Proposed Alongside the Tajani Italian Citizenship Decree?
There’s a lot happening right now in the world of Italian citizenship, and if you’ve been thinking about applying—whether through Italian citizenship by descent, marriage, or the 1948 case—this is definitely a moment to stay tuned. Italy is considering some major legislative refo ... Show More
10m 42s
Jul 2024
Tips for Learning Italian - Make Friends and Find a Job in Italy, Avoid Apartment Hunting Nightmares, and Embrace the Italian Culture
Trying to learn Italian, dream of learning the language, or have Italian roots? Roberto Cittadini, an Italian teacher for 30 years, explains why learning the language is the key to unlocking Italy. Imagine understanding Italian conversations around you, appreciating the culture m ... Show More
39m 27s
Apr 2025
ARE MORTGAGES THE BEST WAY TO BUY DUBAI REAL ESTATE IN 2025? | DUBAI REAL ESTATE PODCAST
Mortgages in Dubai can feel overwhelming—especially with shifting regulations, residency questions, and bank requirements that seem to change overnight. But Amit Nainnani, Director of Sales at Lion Mortgage, is back on the show to simplify it all. After his last episode became on ... Show More
30m 43s
Jul 2025
#560 | What Makes An Italian?
In part one of a three-part mini-series on the theme of citizenship and identity, we'll ask ourselves, "What makes someone Italian?" We'll explore the topic of citizenship and identity in Italy, and see what the current laws tell us about what it means to be (or not to be) Italia ... Show More
20m 51s