From dream to reality: our easy steps to owning in Italy
At GCase, we understand that buying a property in Italy is more than just a transaction – it’s the realization of a dream.
From the first contact to handing you the keys to your new property in Italy, our team will guide you through every phase, ensuring a seamless and stress-free journey.
Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on making your Italian dream a reality.
Our properties have solid foundations: the trust of our clients
We prioritize transparency by providing complete support throughout the entire purchasing process.
We guide you step by step toward your Italian dream through a seamless purchasing experience.
Our goal is to make each phase as smooth and simple as possible, from the purchase offer to signing the final deed.
You can enjoy the purchase of your new home in Italy with complete peace of mind.
An easy and guaranteed purchase.
And our commitment doesn’t end with the sale: we remain by your side afterward, offering advice on potential property income generation – a service particularly appreciated by those looking to invest in Italy.
Now let us guide you through
the exclusive GCase purchasing process
Our Step by Step method for purchasing your new Italian home
Initial consultation
Understanding your dream
You’ll speak with our expert consultant who is fluent in English, ensuring clear communication without barriers.
We start with listening to your needs and desires to understand your vision, whether it’s a holiday house in Italy, a Lakeview apartment, or an exclusive villa.
We help you clarify your goals and match you with properties that best fit your needs.
You can ask anything you wish during the consultation.
Property selection
Finding the perfect solution
We guide you in selecting and choosing from the handpicked homes in our collection.
Each home is chosen with attention to condition, location, and rental potential – ideal for those seeking a second home or holiday house in Italy, or an income-generating property.
Our expertise in vacation property sales ensures that you’re presented with options that meet the highest standards and align with your investment goals.
We provide supervision and consistent updates throughout every phase of the process.
We can also provide assistance in customizing the home with the help of our technical experts and designers, who will be at your complete disposal.
Property reservation
Once you’ve found the perfect property, we proceed to the Property Reservation phase, where you can formally express your intent to purchase by submitting a purchase proposal.
This straightforward contract allows you to reserve the chosen property while outlining the main terms and conditions of your offer.
Once the seller accepts the proposal, a confirmatory deposit must be made by bank transfer to secure your priority in the purchase process.
This deposit safeguards your position by preventing any other potential buyers from showing interest in the property, ensuring it remains exclusively reserved for you until the next phase.
As we move towards the signing of the preliminary contract and, finally, the notarial deed, this deposit will serve as a downpayment applied towards the total purchase price.
Preliminary contract
With the preliminary contract, in Italian Contratto Preliminare or Compromesso, both parties mutually oblige each other to the signing of the final purchase agreement, which will transfer the ownership to the buyer.
The preliminary agreement can be signed privately, unless the property is under construction, in this case involving a Notary Public is a must.
The importance of the preliminary contract
The Preliminary Contract is a key milestone in the property purchase journey, setting out all definitive terms for the future sale agreement that will formally transfer ownership.
This contract outlines the agreed purchase price, provides a detailed description of the property complete with cadastral references, and specifies the payment terms and schedule.
For properties still under construction, it often includes scheduled deposits to be paid by the buyer, from the signing of the preliminary contract until the final sale agreement and handover.
The contract also establishes a timeframe for the notarial deed that will complete the transfer of ownership.
This step offers both parties clarity and assurance, laying a strong foundation for a smooth and secure path toward finalizing the purchase.
The final deed of sale & the transfer of ownership
The notarial deed of sale is the document that transfers property ownership to the buyer, and at this moment, the full payment to the seller must be completed.
This deed is drafted by a Notary Public, who, in Italy, holds the unique role of a public official appointed by the State.
This position grants the notary the authority to confer official legal status to the documents they certify.
As a result, everyone – including judges – must presume the truth of what the notary certifies, unless proven otherwise in a case of forgery.
The notary is required by law to be independent and impartial, protecting the interests of all parties equally.
In addition to this duty, the notary collects State taxes on associated documents (such as registration, mortgage, and cadastral taxes).
As a public official, the notary must adhere to strict rules established by law and by a professional code of ethics, guaranteeing that:
- the notarial deed reflects the true intent of all parties involved
- the deed is valid and complies with legal standards
- the legal effects of the deed are not compromised by any unknown third-party claims, such as mortgages, liens, easements, or pre-emptive rights.
If a notary fails in their duties, they are legally accountable.
They may face civil liability (compensation for damages), criminal charges, or disciplinary actions (fines, suspension, or dismissal in severe cases).
The notary is the highest assurance that the property you are purchasing has a clear legal status and is free of any hidden claims or debts.
This is particularly important when buying properties under construction.
Even at the preliminary contract stage, the notary will verify that the necessary construction permits and authorizations are in order, providing you with complete peace of mind in your investment.
Bilingual Notarial Deed
If one of the parties is not fluent in Italian, the law requires the notarial deed to be prepared in double language, with the help of a specialized translator.
Additionally, during the signing, a sworn interpreter must be present.
The translation of the deed and the interpretation during the meeting with the notary will be conducted in the language chosen by the non-Italian-speaking party, ensuring full understanding and legal compliance.
At GCase, we have extensive experience managing every step of the property purchase process. Each contract – including the purchase proposal and preliminary agreement – will be prepared in both languages to ensure complete clarity.
We also handle all communication with the notary for the final deed.
Our network comprises several highly qualified notarial offices across the regions where we operate, ensuring a seamless and professional experience.
From start to finish, we make the entire purchasing process feel like an enjoyable journey toward owning your new property in Italy.
It’s a process proven over the years, easy and without surprises (we’ve been active since 1996).
After the sale, we're still by your side
Once you’ve purchased your new home, we continue to support you.
We provide post-sale property management services suited to your every need, for examples:
- Applications for electricity, water, and gas connections
- Finding qualified maintenance personnel
And if you want to earn from your new purchase, we have specialized consultants to provide the necessary support for generating rental income from the house.
We’re here at your disposal to help you with your choice and purchase, or even just to answer any questions you may have.
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