I came across your video by chance and I’m so glad I did. Thank you for explaining what it’s like to search for buy and renovate a property in southern Italy. What a dream. Glad you’re living it.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Eileen! I am so glad you liked it! Thank you for commenting!
@njm3211
4 жыл бұрын
Nice job Chris. Very good advice. Speaking from personal experience. First of all I'll preface that I'm fluent in Italian and am a retired architect. I purchased an abandoned cottage on the isle of Lipari, in a rural part of the island, off the coast of Sicily in 2000. View is stunning. I'm now retired and living here full time. I knew beforehand that it was going to cost me about 300K to purchase and renovate per my "geometra" consultant. I engaged a local "geometra" who is licensed to prepare and submit drawings to the local building authorities and knows the building and land development codes. There is no exact US equivalent. They have diplomas, not university degrees like architects or engineers but are great for small construction projects. He did a fine job preparing drawings and navigating the permit minefield which was very slow. It took three years before the permit was issued. Reviewed by at least 5 agencies. Be advised that older buildings will probably require seismic upgrades if extensive renovations are required for a certificate of occupancy. Don't expect US style HVAC systems. Ductless split systems are the norm here. Sicily is finally catching up with energy efficiency standards, requiring properly insulated buildings to modern US/advanced nation standards. Even folks in small villages are retrofitting insulated windows or rigid insulation on exterior walls or flat roofs. Though mild, Southern Italy can be chilly in winter and at higher altitudes. Energy costs are triple of the US. My recommendation is to buy something already renovated and ready to go. Stay away from the 1 euro deals unless you are prepared to spend many thousands on construction, consultants, fees and have lots of time on your hands and speak Italian. Ciao
@squalofelice
4 жыл бұрын
Lipari! Wow, definitely a place for very lucky few!!! Yes, I entirely agree with you and good guide for potential foreign buyers. And no, no seller will ever warn you about earthquakes and/or upgrading works. I am Italian Navy retired in Alvito (Lazio), in the red zone, and we live in a house pre-dating 1540.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Norman! This is so helpful! I would love to see your views. I have a Facebook Group called All About Italy and if you like, please go join! Maurizio! We would love to have you there too! facebook.com/groups/205311277354653/
@Movieman1965
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thanks for this information! I like your idea of buying something already renovated and ready to go. Have a great day!
@capassoluigi7387
3 жыл бұрын
I don t trust Italy!!!!!!!
@BB-yw1ez
3 жыл бұрын
@@capassoluigi7387 why? Did you have bad experience?
@globalrenaissance2048
4 жыл бұрын
A friend sent this to me, as I was one of those people who bought property for the one Euro and it has been a troubling experience. I wish I had this before and am so glad you’ve done this course for people who want to purchase a property. I did check into it before yet even that didn’t prepare me for what was to come. I will definitely recommend this to everyone I know.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Charmaine. I am sorry for your experience.
@jessemontoya8391
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your insight. My husband and I just entered our 50s and we are in love with Italy! And the Italian people and the Italian language. And it is definitely a dream of ours to purchase a small place we can retire to in 10 years. But not too much of a fixer upper. So we will keep you and all of your information handy. We so appreciate you making this video! The Montoya’s ❤️🇺🇸🇮🇹
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jesse! Thank you for commenting! It all starts with the dream! How exciting! Please feel free to email me at info@supersavvytravelers.com of you want some help!
@Clutching.My.Pearls
4 жыл бұрын
Great information as I was thinking about retiring in Italy.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! We love it there!
@jmbpinto73
4 жыл бұрын
This kind of "giveaway" homes may be shocking to people living in a large city, used to watch homeless people living of vans or whatever. In Portugal, one can buy really cheap land and/or houses, but those will be in remote places, away from business and infrastructure. But in theory, you can get a moving in ready house for way below 40000€, and simple furniture can be had on the cheap, few thousands depending on what you consider necessary. Is a good option for recently retired couples that want to "get away from it all" for some time. Plus there are tax savings to consider as well, in certain conditions.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely!
@DavidMedina4All
4 жыл бұрын
Gosh. This video has my mind GOING. This may be the change I need in my life to give it the boost it needs. Thank you for this video.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Contact me if you need help! info@supersavvytravelers.com
@sherry1350
4 жыл бұрын
So sweet you're open to people just writing you its refreshing most people are on youtube as a business and it stops rigidly right there. Love all you've done!!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
I am meeting so many awesome people! I love this opportunity!
@johngcahill9583
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent detail...full of important knowledge...thank you
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you John! I am so glad you found it helpful!
@MarinoTarot
4 жыл бұрын
Oh my god! I wish I had seen your 13.000 euro apartment offer a year ago I would have bought it!!! if you have anything like this again, let me know and I might get a loan.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Sarva, That one is still available and there are many more! Email me at info@supersavvytravelers.com if you are interested in seeing it.
@jirimondo
4 жыл бұрын
If you are using a geometra he/she will be able to ask your various contractors (essentially, you're the general contractor) for a preventivo (which is the estimate for the work). In my experience, provided the work is well understood, the preventivo is accurate and the contractor will deliver at that price. Our estate agent (who helped us select our geometra and contractors) assured us that the price is the price. So ASK FOR A PREVENTIVO.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jiri! That is our experience too. We have never had anything go over budget. Very honest and responsible!
@fk-rm6xs
11 ай бұрын
This is amazing that you are offering your experience! It’s my dream to buy a small apartment in Italy so I can bring my daughter every year to build our community there (I love everything Italian, it reminds me of my culture -Iranian-family, food, friends!). When I retire in 15-20 years, I would like to live there part of the year every year and contribute/be part of the community. I saw you interviewed somewhere and started following you. Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge I will be reaching out to you to talk dreams!❤❤
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! The community and family culture is really what drew us to Italy. It is so great to be part of it. It is a great time to look for properties there or even just to come for a visit.
@kcaso92009
11 ай бұрын
I'm leaving for italy from texas april second.. I'm going to spend three weeks up in the north. I was In italy in nineteen ninety seven. The furthest north I went to luca and Pisa, Florence, Umbria, naples, Rome and Almafi coastal towns. This trip Milan, Genoa, Bologna ect I want to head south. I'm interested in coastal or within a half hour to the beach and are in the 7% tax area, I a m selling my house here and seriously want to spend more than 3 months in Italy on a ERV. Any suggestions? Ps retired widow.
@lindachallener3097
4 жыл бұрын
I have never been to Italy but since listening to your you tube I can’t wait to go after COVID 19
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
OMG ME too! I will look for you there!
@MrRobertFarr
Жыл бұрын
I heard there were taxes, on properties in Italy. It was part of a TV documentary. The roof tiles, are built to collapse when, the Taxman comes around because properties are taxed based on the roof.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Жыл бұрын
Hi Robert! That is with the Trulli in Puglia. Pretty clever!
@MrRobertFarr
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC Yes, I am glad, you heard about that behaviour! I remember hearing about that, on a BBC documentary about Italy, I think it was. Or was it Rick Stein in Greece? I can't be sure!
@MrRobertFarr
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC The Trulli in Puglia. I will search for that on Duck Duck Go.
@MrRobertFarr
Жыл бұрын
Ok, we have an Interior Designer here in England and, an International Traveller, who may be interested in your initiative to convert a property or, perhaps any different properties.
@carminefiliberti8619
Жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC hi, I'm Carmine Filiberti, the uncle of Gianluca di Sfizi di Calabria. A friend of mine wants to sell a house to be restored in the historic center of Santa Maria del Cedro. It is on 2 levels, 120 m2 and cellar.
@kirstygoodfellow7867
4 жыл бұрын
This video helped so much, I’m 15 and I live in the uk and I really want to move to Italy in 3 or 4 years with my friend and I want to be very prepared but I’m so excited. ❤️
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Kirsty! This is wonderful! Come see Santa Domenica Talao! You will love it!
@MarieMCarlisle
3 жыл бұрын
This is so informative! Glad to have found your channel.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Marie! I am so glad you are here!
@moodbeast
4 жыл бұрын
I love watching House Hunters International and have seen some very cheap Italian properties in beautiful remote villages where the buyers plunk around 100k+ . But how is the plumbing and sewage of said towns? Will the water pressure be any good? What if you install a washing machine or dishwasher? Are there giant cisterns underground in case of fires? Are there gas hookups, or do you buy tanks and refill them? Is the internet connection strong? Are there power outages? I remember one episode in particular that didn't have any street lamps and the neighbors were arguing so much that the filming crew picked up the sound. All those external things people should consider.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Yes these are all great questions that need to be asked in any village or town in Italy as houses are so different than in American and the due diligence that buyers need to exercise is way more than in the states. YOU do have to really educate yourself before purchasing as there are questions you might not know to ask. In our village, the plumbing works well and I have not had a problem with water pressure in my house. Although I know that some houses can have natural gas hookups, we use a propane stove because ours does not have natural gas and I hate electrical stoves. I prefer to refill the propane tanks on occasion but it lasts a long tie when used for cooking. YOU can get WIFI through TIM that is great. It is also available free throughout the upper village. Never had a power outage and I have no idea about the cisterns but the houses are all stone and I have never heard of a fire in our village. That said, not all villages are like our and you do have to find these things out.
@amraceway
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC Induction electric cook tops are the duck's guts. Easy to clean, no carbon monoxide, can't burn yourself, easy temperature control and just as hot as gas. Love your show and Italy.
@amaranthineA
4 жыл бұрын
Valerie Mac Fair it’s also insane for us Italian get a visa in Us or Canada.
@suginami123
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation. I really enjoyed your very sensible advice. Really on point. Thanks.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
@simonwilson1211
Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic vlog! Thanks Chris and a super informative channel. I have lived all over the world and also had my ears pricked with the 1 euro house deals... friends of mine in Germany echo your thoughts exactly! Shop carefully and get a great deal, without the conditons of a 1 euro buy is the way to go! (SUBSCRIBED)
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Жыл бұрын
thank you Simon! Welcome to the channel! we so appreciate your kind comments. We have more great info coming!
@dekurvajo
4 жыл бұрын
I am a contractor with tools, scaffolds, cars etc... Business is kind a sucks here where i live. I was thinking to buy a caravan, and move over there and do the renovation on my own. I am an EU citizen so actually i could even work on other projects if i need to. I am not sure if its a good idea, you tell me.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Atilla, It is hard to ay. I think you really have to go there and look to see what the job market is like. One thing I can say is that the cost of living is very low in Calabria and people ALWAYS need work done.
@dekurvajo
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC what i meant is renovating one of the 1E house on my own. And if there is some other projects, i would do it as jump in, side work, just to have some extra income.
@theblondeone8426
4 жыл бұрын
I checked out the one dollar listings and u have three years to do renovations to make it livable and if u dont make it in time they take the property back and its actually $1500 not $1
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jena, each of these houses have contingencies. You have to really go in with eyes wide open. Thanks for your comment!
@jonathantan2469
3 жыл бұрын
I am from Malaysia (now living in Australia), and the rules are the same in every country... research before you buy. It may be a good idea to rent for a couple of years first before making any commitments... so you learn more about the local laws, building issues, people, culture, and even weather... I lived & worked in a historic town in Malaysia with a rich history, and before the recent tourist boom, there were plenty of 100-200 year old houses & buildings for sale in the old quarter, although not at an absurdly low price. You would still have to renovate them to make it livable, usable, and safe. Problems ranged from mold, rising damp, aging electrics, broken plumbing, termites, flood damage, rot, fire damage, asbestos (still legal there as of today), and so on. And what few competant & honest contractors there were unfamiliar with renovating & restoring old period homes. A lot of foreigners & even locals ended up spending more than they budgeted for. Luckily the real estate market was booming, so even if you blew your renovation budget, you could still sell it to make back most of your total cost.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
This is amazing! Thank you Jonathan! Some of the problems are the same. You have to know exactly what you are getting into.
@ThandieSibanda
4 жыл бұрын
I LOVE this, great video!! Luckily I'm a certified interior architect and industrial designer with extensive construction knowledge. Bonus I understand the building standards, materials, "cheats" (and industry contacts), therefore this is a DREAM!!!... So Exciting!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Oh how great! that knowledge is so useful for any type of renovation! You would likely have a great time with one of these!
@bradwerenka6843
4 жыл бұрын
Great videos and info! We travelled with two Canadian hockey teams through Italy doing a tribute to Canadian soldiers who helped liberate Italy in WWII and the tremendous Italian support they received The welcome we got was overwhelming and we would love to go back. We love road cycling and wonder if you could comment where the best cycling areas are?
@Radnally
4 жыл бұрын
Not Useless Yet. He has a good channel about buying a fixer upper in northern italy.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
I will go check it out! Thank you!
@royroy1406
4 жыл бұрын
Insightful and very informative, thank you Ma'am
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
@MrJelsings
4 жыл бұрын
Great Information! I have restored many homes in the USA; although it is not a common practice here. Beautiful old homes usually get torn down, because of high cost and building codes to deal with. Most people have NO idea what it takes to restore a home. Especially in a different country where building traditions and materials are completely different. Just wondering how building codes are there.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeffrey, AS you can imagine they are quite different especially in the historic centers where the character of the buildings have to be maintained and due rte the difference in building materials. Despite seismic regulations, they are not all that regulated like on California. If you work on your own projects, you have to war with a geometra, architect or engineer who are familiar with the local codes. There is a lot you can do yourself.
@UBA_Tommy
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris - love all your content and information... super inspiring for someone like my wife and me with plans on moving to Calabria in two years when I retire. My grandparents immigrated to the US from Calabria and I've been there years ago. We are planning a 30 day housing recon trip, not this summer but next, September 2022. thanks for all you do! T
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tommy! Thank you for your kind words! You will love it here! Let us know when you plan your trip and we can show you around!
@UBA_Tommy
3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC very sweet offer Chris, I'll reach out when plans start firming up. Until then... we'll keep watching, planning, dreaming and conjugating verbs! The Visa thing is this summers project... any words of wisdom?
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tommy! Nick Metta is our guy! You can find him at Studio Legale Metta.
@UBA_Tommy
3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC molto grazie... we will inquire. PEACE
@mdlg1983
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, this was extremely helpful!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@Gwantsa368
3 жыл бұрын
Listening to you gives me hope for my Italian dream 🥰 so informed and you’re very charming. I’m not a US citizen and I wonder if they allow purchases by non US non EU citizens ❤️
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Gvantsa, I know people from other countries who have purchased. Many are Eu countries but many are not. Check with your consulate or you can contact Nick Metta at Studio Legale Metta.
@dannakeck9462
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, have they sold the building your referring to in this video? I am looking to buy in Calabria and Apulia regions. Any suggestions on who to contact as a agent? How do you find out the information on local builders/plumbing/electrical to get estimate? Is there a general contractor like you would find in the states? Thanks!!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Danna, This property did sell pretty quickly. In answer to your question, it depends on where in Calabria you are looking. IN the Scalea, Diamante, Praia a Mare area, we love Ivan De Luca. We have other associates here too. In Santa Domenica Talao, I work with Antonello the architect. He knows every house the village and their histories.
@maurice4407
4 жыл бұрын
Very nice and thank you, we are getting ready to make the move...see you soon I hope
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
This is wonderful! Good luck with your move!
@ToxicFreeTV
Жыл бұрын
What is the name of your village? Love the videos!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you! Our village is Santa Domenica Talao in Calabria.
@ModernMountainLiving
4 жыл бұрын
I am a Builder, are there politics with getting permits, are there inspections? Do the officials expect a little payola? Is there a mandate you have to use the Architect? Thanks
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hello! Thank you for your question. Well, the building codes are somewhat strict the historic centers mostly with regard to how the outside looks. They want to retain the original historic look and feel of the villages. Antonello (The architect) knows exactly what he can and cannot do there. If I suggest something outside of the guidelines, he takes a deep breath and says "Then we have to go to Cosenza." I am not sure exactly what that entails but based on his reaction, it is not an easy and quick thing. We generally work within the guideline so we don't have to go to Cosenza.
@ModernMountainLiving
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC Sounds like the architect works in an official capacity for the City. How about inspections? Thanks here's what I do kzitem.info/news/bejne/2oOmtH-ObHp3qZg
@moniquepasquale1741
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you I have been dreaming for the past year.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! It is amazing how affordable houses are in Calabria!
@sandracoltorti2758
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris your information is gold 💝 you’ve got me started on my dream home
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Sandra! This is wonderful! Let us know how it goes!
@defacto7694
4 жыл бұрын
You can buy a real house in Bulgarian beautiful mountains or little villages with nice views of rivers or mountains around for little as 2-5k euros and you don't own nothing after this. Completely yours u don't have period of time to rebuild it or something. Im Bulgarian and I'm sick when im thinking how my country ruining down. So i welcome you all to come and buy properties in Bulgaria and make the villages little bit more alive. Thank you . Wish you all the best.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see Bulgaria! Thank you for your comment!
@beccikyle7730
4 жыл бұрын
Such a helpful video ☺️ thank you!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad you enjoyed the video!
@emiliarose18
4 жыл бұрын
We have £1 homes in the UK too Only problem is that our weather is ......haha
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
LOL! Yes it is quite rainy in the UK form what I have seen!
@eliasnavytanga
Жыл бұрын
Good informative video. Waste of money to buy in Italy for investment.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Жыл бұрын
Not necessarily but you have to know what you are doing.
@giandrea84
4 жыл бұрын
Well I can say that in Italy we love people like you, and we need more pragmatic investors to revitalise these old beautiful historical towns!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Giandrea! It is so important. These towns are jewels and should be supported! We love them so much!
@isabellelauzon6387
3 жыл бұрын
But, could italians buy for themselves? Are they too poor to buy a 13000 euros' house? If so, that is very sad.
@leddred2078
4 жыл бұрын
Does Italy need travel medical insurance? How much are extra in taxes in cities? Is there foreign buyers tax.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, if you become a resident you will need medical insurance for the first year but it is not expensive. There is no tax that I know of for foreigners however if you are purchasing a vacation home you will pay more in tax.
@buythaiproperty
4 жыл бұрын
Not sure about Italy but a head, usually of a child, was rumoured to be used in ancient times in SE Asia to ensure good luck for the build but it was more for the homes of nobility, king's palaces and sometimes large bridges.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Our architect said that he figure dit was form the time when brigands came a looted and someone was made an example of. Odd choice of building material though for sure!
@andresarubbi9942
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for giving this valuable info.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@passportonly3495
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@patriciacalunniato6872
4 жыл бұрын
Yes and they are very expensive
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
They can be once you renovate.
@patriciacalunniato6872
4 жыл бұрын
The problem in Italy is to have workman in to have work done is very expensive unless you can do the work yourselves your dreams can turn to disaster but Italy is wonderful buy a house that don't need much work and furthermore don't go to places where there are often Tremors as this can happen often.
@user-oz7bx4tx8e
2 жыл бұрын
It would have been a better video if she showed the properties and did a voice over.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
2 жыл бұрын
And yet we have almost half a million views, Go figure.
@atlcuff
4 жыл бұрын
very informative - thank you
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Fred!
@LA-oz7yt
4 жыл бұрын
Great advice!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! So glad you found it helpful!
@mutedsounds2k
4 жыл бұрын
You should also be fluent in Italian, don't expect this poor people to have a major instruction. They are for the most HARD WORKERS (Fishermen, Artisans, you name it). And take in account Italan laws and building contract types, because they can be very tricky. I.E.: do never buy a property which has the claus ("edilizia agevolata" or "edilizia convenzionata"). You will NOT BE THE OWNER of the property you buy, and to fix that to a regular contract may take YEARS and be a pain in the S.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Yes there are many things to take into consideration when you purchase. That is why you need the best agent and a translator if you are not fluent in Italian.
@mutedsounds2k
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC But make absolutely sure you choose a HONEST agent, not one who will cheat on you.
@MrNakitjamuusi
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to buy a place where you could have an atrium or an orangerie - if you know any places, let me know. 😊
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
HI Can you email me at info@supersavvytravelers.com? That way we can stay in touch. Thank you!
@imaginationdevice
3 жыл бұрын
is there anything like home depot there?
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Yes there are all kinds of hardware stores. We can order anything from the one here in the village. Plus get all kinds of advice.
@ManMartin
4 жыл бұрын
Do you said 14.000€ to renovate the roof?
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
No 40K which I think is a light estimate.
@worldbikeboatparty5860
4 жыл бұрын
Hey how are you? I had a question, im a world traveller as you can see from my channel, i had a question about euro zone residency status, if we pay $1 in italy for the house, does that give us euro residency temp or permanent or is that a separate process? thanks a lot.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, no residency is a separate thing. You do have to have accommodations in Italy to get residency but you are not automatically a resident.
@jayphoenix3756
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, our walls in the UK are just full of heads. Is that not normal in the US?
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
I haven't found one yet. Maybe I wasn't looking hard enough.
@jayphoenix3756
4 жыл бұрын
Maybe, or perhaps your state has some sort of unusual building codes? From what I’m told, heads are used pretty extensively in most modern construction jobs.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
@@jayphoenix3756 Hmmmm Good point.
@chrissinclair4442
4 жыл бұрын
Who's head? Talk about burying the lead!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Yes we have no idea. Antonello tells me that brigands and pirates used ot loot the towns. Maybe it was one of them.
@WolfKenneth
4 жыл бұрын
"this are medieval or pre medieval walls 300-400 years..." Umm no 300 years ago it was 1700s XVIIIth century it's 200years AFTER medieval period ended, and medieval period lasted for roughly 1000 years from 500s til 1500. I know for American it's just older than ww2 it vintage, older than civil war it's archaic and pre Washington times it's medieval.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I stand corrected.
@EughhBrothereughh
Жыл бұрын
The only thing that bothers me is bureaucracy
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Жыл бұрын
There is no doubt that bureaucracy is an issue but we found that having the best people who are great at dealing with it can make things so much easier.
@ericfroberg847
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, a straight talker. So refreshing an informed. I love this woman.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Aw shucks! Thank you Eric!
@ericfroberg847
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC The truth is, I was so intrigued by your presentation because of similar experiences I have had in Spain. I do architectural restoration in the states, and have toured the north of Spain on the Camino de Santiago a number of times. Passing through all these tiny villages that have been abandoned, I've often entertained the thought of buying one and restoring all the houses. For only a hundred thousand and all the land, what could go wrong ? Your video set me straight on that one. Thanks for the sage advice. Would love to see your town sometime.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
@@ericfroberg847 Hi Eric! It would be a great project but what if someone maybe started a fund and did that? How cool would that be? Definitely come visit! We are in Santa Domenica Talao!
@patriciacalunniato6872
4 жыл бұрын
My Dear I lived in Sicily and they do not speak Italian just in case you didn't know
@patriciacalunniato6872
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC imagine going to stay with my mother in law who could not understand a word of English and I could not speak a word of italianwow But I soon learned the language with a dictionary I stayed there for a few months by the time I came home I could understand everything that was said to me that was forty years ago
Young people have always been broke, throughout History. It is, and has always been, the old people with money.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
@@cstevenson5256 yes but we have new opportunities now. I know a lot of very young epee who are doing really well.
@cstevenson5256
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC Perhaps, anecdotally that might suffice, but more generally data and statistics speak otherwise, then of course structurally what has occurred to the economy, in US, and globally, does not portend well, if those you are in contact with are "doing well". This is just simply in the data, and isn't opinion-based, although anecdotally, i can describe how and where and when. But simply when you look to who has been getting the returns from productivity, or household formation patterns, on deciles and debt,. But this is what I do, so, some thing its politics, no, it just is fact. No opinion possible, only you know how to read the data and what data to look at, or not. Me I could easily buy in Italy. I think Caribbean, or perhaps Georgia, really liked it there. Further, I have lived North East Asia, South East Asia, Central Asia, Central Europe, the Caribbean, visited South Asia, Central America, other Europe, etc... Rather than a car, for a young person to buy a small apartment, cheaply as you imagine better. Then i would encourage to get some experience living abroad. Further, there are plenty of tourist spots, with cheap digs, in US, as well. Great lifestyles, also....so...
@MTA3
4 жыл бұрын
Elishia Montenegro wait, me?
@LuTubuMeu
4 жыл бұрын
I am from Italy and I own a good number of properties. This video is really well made and clear, but always do your own research!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, Thank you for your comment! But yes! Research is the best!
@eleloucanoy
4 жыл бұрын
I really wanna buy too...
@deepasrinee5702
4 жыл бұрын
how can i buy
@ManMartin
4 жыл бұрын
@@lilithvic do you need a spanish husband? ;)
@lilithvic
4 жыл бұрын
@@ManMartin para ti , soy lesbiana
@ouronoble7232
4 жыл бұрын
this chick is a whole mood and I'm loving it
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ZacharyDBrooks
4 жыл бұрын
Having to "buy a kitchen" is common in Germany too. Counters, cabinets, and appliances are viewed more as furniture than installed fixtures.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Yes they are like Lego kitchens.
@catherinetsitlakidis2941
4 жыл бұрын
Same in greece
@cidercik
4 жыл бұрын
And flooring. And lighting fixtures. Some will let you buy the old kitchen., carpet, etc. This is true even when renting.
@kmw4359
4 жыл бұрын
ZacharyDBrooks same in France
@Ragnar8504
4 жыл бұрын
@@cidercik Yup... and some landlords expect(!) you to remove the kitchen when you move out! I scored a free kitchen because of that in April! Most of the other furniture just went to the tip, we had to clear out absolutely everything to the bare walls and floors! Actually I'm surprised they didn't make us remove the partition wall a previous tenant had put in, turning part of the bedroom into storage!
@amandamuzyka3704
4 жыл бұрын
We bought a place on the Amalfi Coast and I must say this video is very accurate and informative. A few points that stood out - properties do sit on the market for years as owners set a price (and not the market) and often they aren't willing to budge. There's this, "If I can get what I want, I'll sell it. If not, so what" attitude in lots of places. Now a lot of these small towns, like the one mentioned in the video, can be different as many people just want to sell. When renovating you really are limited to a few companies in your town. Going outside of the area, can create "bad-blood" and that's no way to start life in a new town. And lastly, things take FOREVER to get done.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Amanda! How beautiful! Amalfi is GORGEOUS! You are so right. Sometimes the prices have nothing do with the market at all. There is definitely a "piano, piano" Viewpoint there and if you come from California or a rushy environment you have to get used to it. Thanks for your input!
@YeshuaKingMessiah
4 жыл бұрын
Great to know this slow down attitude still exists so one doesn’t go in as “rude” Americans. N not to go outside the locals for work. Piano, piano is prob better for the soul anyway 🙂
@italiani41
4 жыл бұрын
chadzwife1 correct! Maybe that’s one of the reasons why Italians are healthier than Americans?
@sapphirecamui6447
4 жыл бұрын
bringing a company from a different city can cost more because you have to factor in their commute or accommodation in the city they'll work in.
@byronpoliah597
4 жыл бұрын
Did u buy a 1€ house
@magnanilanguages154
4 жыл бұрын
I you wanna live in Italy, learn the language first, especially if they charge foreigners more. It also helps with the integration and shows respect to the country you move into. I am a foreigner in Italy myself and remember the isolation felt when I didn't speak the language.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
It is so important to start right away for sure!
@haru5167
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@patriciacalunniato6872
3 жыл бұрын
Yes they do they know your on Holidayand you don't speak the language
@stephencoury9411
3 күн бұрын
When you write, "...learn the language..." what exactly do you mean? I can exchange greetings, order a meal in a restaurant, shop for groceries, ask directions, explain things in the reflexive and passato prosimo and futuro, etcetera. However, I cannot negotiate a deal. I cannot haggle over a Persian rug. I don't know how to find a lawyer let alone screen them. I can't even watch a movie in Italian without subtitles. That said, given time, I can interpret a news article, read road signs, buy new shoes from a cobbler, and make new friends on the street. But what exactly do you mean when you write, learn the language. What language? Please explain this to me. Grazie.
@jimorr820
4 жыл бұрын
All proves "Tanstaafl" There ain't no such thing as a free lunch
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Yes but there is a such ting as a great value. You just need to be in the know so you can spot them when they come up!
@tagaway6173
4 жыл бұрын
It amazes me how many people searched for this info. The comments section seems very organic. I'm just here because KZitem recommended me the video. I watched it all the way because is really informative, clear, entertaining and wholesome even tho I'm not planning to buy/travel/move. Really good video.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Taga! We are amazed at how many people are interested in moving to Italy! Thank you for your kind words!
@suzukibn1131
4 жыл бұрын
Ditto, Taga Way!! 🇺🇸
@matthewrehkemper128
4 жыл бұрын
I love the old architecture I remodeled several old houses here in the US my goal is to move over there and remodel one those old homes
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
It is really amazing the beauty of these old houses. Let me know when you want to go. If you re looking in Calabria I can help you.
@tagaway6173
4 жыл бұрын
@serendipidus1 and your point is?
@TheFiown
4 жыл бұрын
I admit that it does seem a bit unfair that as an American you can live in and do business in Europe when the reverse is not true. Many years ago I tried to go work in the US but no luck but back in Paris where I worked I was surrounded by americans working in fashion. I didn't mean that in a nasty way, just a reflection, I'm sure it's more complicated that I made it sound.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
I understand however working in Italy if you are not an EU citizen is tricky. The guidelines are pretty strict. Probably what happened in that circumstance was that an Italian company hired the Americans working there. Thank you for your observation!
@cstevenson5256
4 жыл бұрын
You can't, just work in Europe, and is likely more easy to work in US, as is exhibited by the millions upon millions of legal foreign workers in US.
@gomonkeyfly
4 жыл бұрын
if other countries owe your country a favour like winning a war or money lending. then it would be possible
@milalewis983
4 жыл бұрын
@@cstevenson5256 : I beg to differ. As as Australian I found it very easy to work in both Italy and France yet impossible to get a US Green Card. So perhaps you'd be wise to checks your facts.
@sammiller98
4 жыл бұрын
@@milalewis983 a green card is very different than a work visa.
@danthadon87
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your informative video, real valuable stuff...liked and subscribed! I'd love to hear more about those affordable under 20k move-in ready "premium properties" in places other than mussomeli.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you for your kind words! I am so glad you are enjoying the videos! In September when Pete and I get over there (hopefully!) we will be doing video tours of the properties available. Meanwhile there are a couple that I have photos for. Can you email me at info@supersavvytravelers.com?
@HippieMotMot
4 жыл бұрын
Very interesting video, I’m not sure why KZitem recommend me this video, but it’s very informative. Love your professionalism... oh and your hair, it’s so nice 😍
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you July! I appreciate your kind words!
@HippieMotMot
4 жыл бұрын
Super Savvy Travelers, LLC 🙃 Greetings from Costa Rica....!
@hoperules8874
4 жыл бұрын
I know! Such a soft effect with the color!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
@@HippieMotMot Ciao!
@HippieMotMot
4 жыл бұрын
Hope Rules Exactly...!!,
@heidimisfeldt5685
4 жыл бұрын
Before spending serious money, I say go spend some time there and see how you like it. Maybe you change your mind. Maybe not.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Good advice!
@patrickhughes3411
3 жыл бұрын
This video is how it all started for Ali and I. After watching this video we watched all the rest of your videos, bought your course and about a year later purchased a property in Santa Domenica Talao. Just a note to say thank you Chris for all your hard work and your videos!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat! Thank you! I love you guys!
@akhileshmishra2364
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for giving me valuable information
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! I am happy you liked it!
@comfeefort
4 жыл бұрын
Why am I getting anxiety watching this? Goodluck Who ever takes this on
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing because it is a big project.
@patobrien6364
4 жыл бұрын
Very very sound straight advice . This lady truly understands the local vibe 👏👏 (Genoa)
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pat! I appreciate it!
@francescantonioscida9458
4 жыл бұрын
Hi from Sicily! Good work. S. Domenica Talao is very nice village as are many little villages in southern Italy, but why you don't talk of the ancient part of Scalea? Do you know East Coast of Sicily, from sea to Etna? If not, then don't forget to visit, if yes don't forget to return. As you noted 1€ buy isn't the only option, there are better.
@LilyGazou
4 жыл бұрын
I hope to see this some day.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you! It is a gorgeous village and you are so right there are so many. Scalea is so pretty too!I haven't ben to Sicily yet though I am dying to see it. There is so much beauty there. I really can't wait! You are also right abut the better options. We have many in our village!
@tamaranorrish8173
4 жыл бұрын
Wow you have certainly started my dreaming process! Thank you for the info
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@jackofalltrades3139
4 жыл бұрын
You're really helpful. Thanks for sharing this information!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@sandramalone3522
4 жыл бұрын
Vital information for anyone who wants to buy there like me for instance. Thank you so much for this much needed do's and dont's!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Sandra! You are so welcome!
@andil6784
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the info! Lots to think about.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome!
@ciaobella8963
4 жыл бұрын
Many of these 1 euro offerings require that the person/family lives in Italy in that village for at least 6 months a year, and often must indicate working there or in the area. Right?
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Janice, not necessarily. I think that each contract must be reviewed carefully as there may be different provision but As far as government laws, there is nothing like that that is required to purchase one of these houses. YOU do not need to be a resident to purchase a house in Italy.
@marimon2043
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC You need to be particularly an Italian resident or European Resident? Im American/French...... THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME xx
@marimon2043
4 жыл бұрын
Aura - For Americans you don’t need Visa. As I said, I’m French/American. Both passports....my question was, if you need to be particularly Italian.
@RENEDU2
4 жыл бұрын
found a head?!?!?! hahahahahhaa thank you for the info.. still wanna try it .. but huh..i'm in Canada
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! Yes he found a head! And when I asked what happened to the body Salvatore told me he didn't know but he assumed it ended up in the soup! EW!!!! (He was joking!)
@lisagault4574
4 жыл бұрын
You picked the best Village. After you took us on the tour of the other Villages, we could see that there are different vibes in different villages. This is a fantastic video! I am excited about your BNB. Let everyone know the website to see your pictures of your village.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Lis! Good idea! You have to come again. Casa Cristina has your top floor apartment waiting for you!
@FiscalWoofer
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent insights! Thank you for sharing!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Glad you found it helpful!
@Gigi-us4jk
4 жыл бұрын
Some misunderstandings in the video. In Southern Europe its custom to hire people from the place for several reasons. They are easier to find, closer if something has to be discussed. In whole Europe legal issues tend to drag a long time. Law suits are strongly discouraged, and normally we first try other ways before doing that. I was told that in the US it's pretty common to do law-suits. This though doesn't mean at all that you cannot hire people from other areas. But what has to be taken into consideration is also the area. In the South because of the mafia, it's better to ask a native if you can hire someone without issues from another area. Try though to stay in the region. The US houses we consider them in europe more prefab than real built houses. For us built houses means automatically brick. Wooden houses are mainly vacation houses in northern Europe. Wooden houses cannot be used in the South because of earthquakes. In the med if any building was made from sand you could say goodbye to it several centuries ago. In antiquity you would see sand houses, which you don't anymore. The older houses were made out of stone, and stone alone. My grandparents house was built like that and there is nothing in between the stones. But that is general for my area. In other areas they used mud(not from sand but earth) with something else inside (depends on the area, islanders for example would add for example smashed sea cells they could find on the beach, mountainers would add hay, etc.) This is the same in Italy too. Only newer houses are made out of bricks and, in earthquake areas or taller buildings, iron. But only the stone ones will cost you 1euro. The red roof tiles are used only on the roof, and some times as ornaments, and most certainly they were never part of walls. If water in old and new buildings in Europe has passed on the bearing walls, then yes you have to redo the whole building. And that's why you have to go with a civil engineer to tell you which are the bearing walls and if they are damaged. When you want to buy an older house like this, the first thing you do before buying anything is to go with an engineer to check the place, tell you what should be done, etc. That engineer will have to make a report that you have to show to the housing department (it's called differently in every european country) and they should aprove the changes you want to do. Even if that is just adjusting it. Once they have given you permission to go on, you can go on. If the house is renovated and they want to sell it, of course they can. Not at those prices in that area of Italy, but that also depends on the materials they've put inside. In some cases, if the materials used are expensive, then the price can go even more than 250k. I've seen houses in those areas as old as the 1 euro houses with Carrera marbles, and other expensive materials. Unfortunately, people do that in the South of europe with whomever comes from a rich country like US, Japan, Germany, UK and others and for whatever. It's bad, we know it, and we are trying our best to change that. For example, when a foreigner wants to take a taxi I will ask them where they want to go, and I will tell them about how much they should spend on the taxi. 50 euros for a 5 minute ride is criminal, not just bad.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Wow Gigi! Thank you for the detail in your comment. This is very valuable information and insight from someone who is obviously knowledgeable. What you say about the building team being close makes a lot of sense. In our walls there is a mix of everything but that could be unique to our area perhaps. And you are absolutely right about the renovations being overdone for the area. Most of the houses we see renovated have nice materials but not super expensive. There was one house that was done up with marble and really high end fixtures but it is sitting on the market because it is way too expensive to sell in that area. Everything you say here adds great detail. Thank you for taking the time to write!
@italiani41
4 жыл бұрын
I’m sick and tired of people describing Italy as mafia. Let’s once and for all put things strait. Mafia is a reality. But not all are mafiosi and not everywhere there’s mafia. The almost totality of Italians are decent people and the vast majority of the country has no mafia. Said that, whoever wants to buy a property in Italy, you can do this in all security, very, super very unlikely to having to deal with the mafia. As a matter of fact, Italy has no more delinquency that the US for example. Actually is the contrary. Look at the poor George Floyd killed even by the hands of whom citizens should most trust: the police! And African Americans and any other minority aren’t the only victims. So, foreigners, go to Italy and buy your house with peace of mind and of course common sense, the the same very manner you would apply common sense in your country. Welcome to Italy!
@shawnirwin6633
4 жыл бұрын
I had a rather strange experience in Spain one time, and still do not understand it. It was around 1980, I was in the navy, and just took off on foot, got lost, and flagged down a cab. Because I did not speak good Spanish at the time, I drew him a picture of the ship I was on, but he did not recognize it as a ship I guess, so I drew a second drawing with sails. Well, he takes me to the site of the replica of one of Colombus's ships, which turns out to be great, because it is just down the peer from where the ship I was on was docked. So I get out of the taxi, and I am already knowing that this will be my last trip to Spain, so I literally tried to hand him all the Spanish money I had, but he refused it. I am like, not believing it, he saved my skin getting me there, so I persisted, and eventually wore him down, and he took it. I do not recall the exact amount, but it was at least double the fare he wanted to charge. But to this day, I still wonder what was going on in his head that he would refuse it . . . . I should have learned Spanish much earlier than I eventually did I guess.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
@@shawnirwin6633 That is a great story Shawn!
@Kitiwake
4 жыл бұрын
@@shawnirwin6633 it's simple Spain had been run strictly under the Franco regime up to recently then and was still very Catholic, so he was honest. .. But that was in 1980 and there wasn't the culture of taking advantage especially of foreigners that there is today.
@rpgun
4 жыл бұрын
Wow. I love it. Love how frank you are. This is something I had in mind for quite a long while. Thank you
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! Let us know if you want come and look at properties!
@lifewiththerockykrag9536
4 жыл бұрын
Where in southern Italy are you located? Thanks
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
We are in Calabria in the Riviera Dei Cedri which is the Calabria Coast from Tortora down to Paola. Our village is in Santa Domenica Talao.
@pricadlo
4 жыл бұрын
Chris, thank you for bringing this to light , really appreciated. Loved the way you talk about it and all the info shared. I just started my research on buying a property and hopefully in 4/ 5 years I'll get this done. Wish you all the best, stay safe ♡
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Priscila! You are so welcome! Good luck on your project. It is really the most fun project I can think of. Stay in touch and let me know how it is going!
@Bellasand45
4 жыл бұрын
Very useful information, thank you very much. One of my dream countries to visit some day is Italy.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It is so lovely there!
@ElizabethMBoyd
4 жыл бұрын
In my area of the USA we have area in adobes that are or over 500 years old and we rebuild them
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
WOW Very cool! I would love to see some photos!
@theblondeone8426
4 жыл бұрын
new mexico?
@johnroddy8756
4 жыл бұрын
You think that old i slept in a stone bee hive hut in Ireland still waterproof Dating to the 6 century ,no Door that would be long gone.
@WDFChannel
4 жыл бұрын
The oldest adobe is in Santa Fe, NM. and estimated to have been built in the mid 1700's...270 years ago.
@rebuzz6866
4 жыл бұрын
In Texas restoration and rebuilding become state sport, bragging competition in who spent more.
@wwilll
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like DIY paradise.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
It is a great adventure!
@Rafaelrpaese
4 жыл бұрын
It was actually not so much, Because it is not the "DIY" american style. It has a historic need that need's to be complained. And you can't just put some random wood in half of the wall that was a broken rock wall. You need to rebuild it, and it is no easy, is not "just put some nails here".
@YeshuaKingMessiah
4 жыл бұрын
warte schleife so they rot further. Very sad. That mindset needs to change before their gone.
@KateNord
4 жыл бұрын
I was excited about renovating the medieval house we bought, until I realized that we couldn't do anything by ourselves x)
@eunoia1016
3 жыл бұрын
That territorial issue may explain the head in the wall. 😳😳😳 Thank you, so informative.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Lol! According to Antonello, it was likely invading brigands making an example of someone. We may never know but it makes for some great stories!
@monicb.9371
4 жыл бұрын
Very good piece of advice...I'm italian 🤗 It's lovely to see open-minded people ready to live and love our places with a real desire to understand people and culture...the best advice you gave was to bond with people before and see if you are ok around each other to be sure to get along well. In this way you really can find amazing good living and real friends.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Monic, It is so important! That is really the reason we chose Santa Domenica Talao. The people are so wonderful and they welcome us with open arms. And we are so happy to be.part of it. It is a lovely, lovely situation. Thank you for your comment.
@mariadelavega546
4 жыл бұрын
I agree but have to add that some cultures are easier to bond with, used to other cultures more. Learning the basic vocab of the language helps too. I recommend Portugal and Greece are great in tolerance in small rural towns. Italians are a little more into their own groups. Greeks have migrated much more and returned and loads of invasions in history so they are used to different cultures and very hospitable. Whereas Spanish and Italians are much more likely to be closed to inviting you in their groups although are warm hearted.
@GlobetrotterBR
3 жыл бұрын
To buy a house for 1 euro in Italy is a nightmare you will never get out of it . Only very naïve and uninformed people fall into that trap. This video should have 10 million views.
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. It is definitely not the best investment.
@maureens4634
4 жыл бұрын
It's been our dream to have a house in Italy....do you know any Asian who have bought property there?
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Maureen, I have not specifically heard of Asians purchasing property but the process would be the same. I have seen people of all races visiting our village. Our mayor points with pride to the fact that people from all over the world have chosen to make Santa Domenica Talao our homes.
@maureens4634
4 жыл бұрын
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC this makes us very hopeful...thanks and good luck
@caiomatteotavino7250
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Maureen, I'm Italian (living between Rome and Liguria), but I have family in the south, so I understand the situation. Italy has a sizeable community of specifically Chinese immigrants spread throughout the entire boot; even my father's (tiny) village in Campania has a couple Chinese-Italian families. People from other nationalities tend to cluster in the cities though; there's a small Korean community in Rome for example. As for racial pregiudice, I don't think you will face much. I am not asian, but I am mixed race and I grew up in the US, so although our experiences would obviously differ, I think my case can prove useful. Especially in these small towns where everyone knows everyone, you'd be American or Canadian or whatever your nationality is first and your ethnicity second. I don't think your experience will differ much from any other American, regardless of ethnicity. In a larger city where not everyone knows everyone, of course, things may change, though they still won't be hostile. Italy is a European country, afterall, and has its fair share of immigrants from all over the world.
@maureens4634
4 жыл бұрын
@@caiomatteotavino7250 thank you for your response! I'm concern about the purchasing process, because I never knew any Indonesian who own property in Italy but I'm very hopeful 😊😊
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
@@caiomatteotavino7250 Thank you so much for weighing in here. Very helpful!
@seviregis7441
4 жыл бұрын
I'm ready to buy my $1 euro house
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Ok!
@sariahpiacentini9274
4 жыл бұрын
Why not a beautiful ready to move in apt as Chris recommended?
@ElizabethMBoyd
4 жыл бұрын
@@sariahpiacentini9274 because some of us are great at repairs and poor
@jmbpinto73
4 жыл бұрын
@@ElizabethMBoyd The $1 will be expensive to fix, unless you are a constructor yourself.
@mimimc8685
4 жыл бұрын
Sevi Regis, how long do you have to do reno.?
@enthusiasticasian6189
3 жыл бұрын
Best part of video = somebody put a head because they couldn't find building material😂
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
3 жыл бұрын
LOL! Wild stuff!
@zivauri
4 жыл бұрын
I mean, it would be great to buy one , I could try and fix the wall, but it's so hard to find a head to put in it...Hm, who....maybe... a politician?! Somebody with a big head, I think...
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
Yes I have not seen heads for sale anywhere. You might have to use bricks instead!
@kathleensmith644
4 жыл бұрын
If the italian’s are not buying...BEWARE!
@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
4 жыл бұрын
There is a man from Naples who has purchased several ruins in our village and is in the process of restoring them. The problem is that there are so many abandoned properties there that need some love.
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