slh43
American expat in Italy
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Lives in sefro
Registration: 11 August 2014
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Cars in Italy - long term automatic car rental by slh43
Hi, I found this forum so responsive and helpful previously, I decided that this will be my "go to" group for all things Italy. My husband and I have a vacation home in Italy and we spend 3-5 months at a time there. Our problem is that it ...
There are a few hoops to jump through in Italy. You have to be a resident with the paperwork to purchase a car. Maybe someone who has actually done it can supply the details for you. I would choose to make the purchase in the UK if you have that ... Read More
Cars in Italy - long term automatic car rental by slh43
Hi, I found this forum so responsive and helpful previously, I decided that this will be my "go to" group for all things Italy. My husband and I have a vacation home in Italy and we spend 3-5 months at a time there. Our problem is that it ...
Hi, After 2 years still no car. I am going to try to purchase a used automatic when we go back again. It is too difficult relying on the kindness of friends and we feel very isolated without a car. Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Italy by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Italy can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Italy? What are the most ...
I think it is a general misconception that all Americans are wealthy. I find most Italian tradesmen tend to overcharge for their work unless you know them or a family member of theirs. On the other hand, I find the Italians right there if you need ... Read More
Driving from FCO to Sefro by slh43
Does anyone know where I might get a map of the roads surrounding FCO? I am attempting to drive from the airport to Sefro using SS3. think the tricky part will be getting out of the airport area itself. Any suggestions are appreciated. slh43
Thank you, again for your help. I do have a navigation system but thought it would be helpful to actually set the layout of the roads before setting out. slh43 Read More
Alitalia by slh43
I am in a quandry. Last October my husband and I were bumped from our flight from Rome to Boston and in compensation were told we would receive 1200 euro electronic travel voucher. I emailed the address I was given in February and received forms ...
Thank you for your thoughts. They said we had only a year after the vouchers were issued to use them. At the time we weren't sure when we would be returning to Italy. Thank you for the Facebook suggestion. I will try that. Read More
Driving from FCO to Sefro
Does anyone know where I might get a map of the roads surrounding FCO? I am attempting to drive from the airport to Sefro using SS3. think the tricky part will be getting out of the airport area itself. Any suggestions are appreciated. slh43 Read More
Alitalia
I am in a quandry. Last October my husband and I were bumped from our flight from Rome to Boston and in compensation were told we would receive 1200 euro electronic travel voucher. I emailed the address I was given in February and received forms ... Read More
Buying a car in Italy by Kenjee
Hi, To be able to move in Italy, a lot of expatriates think of buying a car, whether new or second-hand. What are the formalities to buy a vehicle in Italy: car registration, insurance, etc.? What are the relevant authorities or ...
Hi, We spend 5 mos. out of the year in Italy. We want to purchase car. I read somewhere your local comune can help facilitate a purchase to a non-resident. Has anyone heard of anything like that? Are there any exceptions to the residency ... Read More
RETIRING TO ITALY - but where?? by Broomie
Hi, I intend to retire in 2017. My wife and I want to retire abroad, the thought of the British winters and wet summers doesnt appeal and so we are looking into where to move to. We have looked at Spain, south of France and Malta and we are ...
Hi, My husband and I spend 5-6 months /year in Italy, the rest in the US. We would gladly live here year round, but we have children and grandchildren whose lives we want to be a part of. We chose Sefro, a little mountain village in Marche where ... Read More
Driving in Italy by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Italy? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
It seems as though there are 2 speeds on the roads here - very fast and very slow. It seems the exception to follow or be followed by another car diving the appropriate speed. The fast folks try to intimidate you first by driving up your tail pipe ... Read More
Italian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Italy? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Italy and why not your best recipe. Thank you ...
Hi, Although it took a bit of nerve the first time I had it, wild boar has become one of my favorite foods in Italy. I also love anything with truffles on it or in it. Spaghetti with truffle oil is amazing. Of course the cheeses and fruits are ... Read More
Safety in Italy by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Italy? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there is ...
Hi, My husband and I are retired and we have a vacation home in a village of about 500 people.We spend about 5-6 mos. a year there. Generally I feel entirely safe both day and night. That having been said, I would not take foolish risks either. I ... Read More
Real Estate VAT tax by slh43
My husband and I were recently asked to pay 11500 euros because we were unable to reside in our Italian home 6 months/year for the past 2 years. We plan to return early spring 2015 It was our intention at the time we purchased to property to do that ...
Hey ferdous2014, We bought a house in Sefro - Marche - about 3 years ago and paid the 4% VAT with every intention of spending half the year there each Spring through Fall. The first year we missed because we had some health issues and could not ... Read More
Real Estate VAT tax by slh43
My husband and I were recently asked to pay 11500 euros because we were unable to reside in our Italian home 6 months/year for the past 2 years. We plan to return early spring 2015 It was our intention at the time we purchased to property to do that ...
Hey Vincente, Just wanted to say hi. Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving! Sue Read More
Real Estate VAT tax by slh43
My husband and I were recently asked to pay 11500 euros because we were unable to reside in our Italian home 6 months/year for the past 2 years. We plan to return early spring 2015 It was our intention at the time we purchased to property to do that ...
Hi Carol, The VAT tax can be associated with a number of different types of purchases with real estate being one. At time of purchase of a home there are 2 options. The first is 4% on the purchase price intended for those planning on taking up ... Read More