jimds
American expat in Italy
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American
Speaks English
Registration: 18 October 2025
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Real estate agent recommendations by mondocanemsr
can someone recommend a real estate agent to help me buy or rent in North Sicily especially between Palermo and Messina. I have located some properties in Provincia di Messina but need someone to represent my interest. Thank you
It does, but when you dig in, even though I input 'long term' most of them are short term. Read More
Real estate agent recommendations by mondocanemsr
can someone recommend a real estate agent to help me buy or rent in North Sicily especially between Palermo and Messina. I have located some properties in Provincia di Messina but need someone to represent my interest. Thank you
@mondocanemsr I'm really happy for you. I've been looking at places and it seems like the listings are years old or inaccurate. Seems like it takes a lot of luck and timing to actually find a place to rent.Sigh. Read More
Accommodation in Italy: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when you聮re new to or have not moved to Italy just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting in ...
Thank you Mike. I'm going to be renting when I move to italy in the spring of '26. Is it your advice to hire a Geometra for the rental contract, or to inspect the property prior to signing an agreement?Thank you for sharing your valuable experience. Read More
Accommodation in Italy: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when you聮re new to or have not moved to Italy just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting in ...
@M Hunt what is a geometra? Read More
Looking for FIAIP approved real estate agent by jimds
Hi, I'm a Californian and I'm looking to permanently relocate to the Trieste or Lake Garda area of Italy in May of 2026. I'll be taking a month long trip in March to look at villas with an agent and hopefully sign a lease. I am not and will not be ...
@Modicasa Thank you. Read More
New members of the Italy forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Italy forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
Thank you Bhavna Read More
Looking for citizenship attorney in Trieste or Lake Garda by jimds
Hi,I'll be permanently relocating to Italy in May 2026. I am currently looking for rental housing. I have all of my documents ready to apply for citizenship upon arrival to Italy in May.A referral to a smart, solid attorney would be greatly ...
@mondocanemsr Thank you, that's very informative and helpful Read More
Looking for citizenship attorney in Trieste or Lake Garda by jimds
Hi,I'll be permanently relocating to Italy in May 2026. I am currently looking for rental housing. I have all of my documents ready to apply for citizenship upon arrival to Italy in May.A referral to a smart, solid attorney would be greatly ...
@mondocanemsr As the title of my post says "Trieste or Lake Garda" Read More
Looking for citizenship attorney in Trieste or Lake Garda by jimds
Hi,I'll be permanently relocating to Italy in May 2026. I am currently looking for rental housing. I have all of my documents ready to apply for citizenship upon arrival to Italy in May.A referral to a smart, solid attorney would be greatly ...
I need someone to help me to act as my delegate and obtain the codice fiscale for me in Italy while I 'm in the USA so that I can legally find a long term residence. Without that, I can't open a bank account, sign a lease, do anything. So, while ... Read More
Looking for citizenship attorney in Trieste or Lake Garda
Hi,I'll be permanently relocating to Italy in May 2026. I am currently looking for rental housing. I have all of my documents ready to apply for citizenship upon arrival to Italy in May.A referral to a smart, solid attorney would be greatly ... Read More
Looking for FIAIP approved real estate agent
Hi, I'm a Californian and I'm looking to permanently relocate to the Trieste or Lake Garda area of Italy in May of 2026. I'll be taking a month long trip in March to look at villas with an agent and hopefully sign a lease. I am not and will not be ... Read More
New members of the Italy forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Italy forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
Hi I'm Gloria, born in California, U.SI will be relocating from the U.S. to Italy and am very excited about this new chapter in my life. I am especially drawn to Trieste for its climate and character, and I would love to make it my first home base ... Read More