Studio Legale Bardi&Partners

16/04/2026

Recently, I assisted a foreign client interested in purchasing a charming property in Tuscany.

Before proceeding, I carried out a full legal due diligence on the property, as I always do.
During this process, a critical issue emerged: the property was burdened by a preliminary sale agreement that had been registered in the land registry years earlier by another potential buyer.

This is a situation that is often underestimated, but it can have serious consequences. Such an encumbrance could jeopardize the purchase or expose the buyer to legal disputes.

Thanks to this preliminary check, we were able to act promptly and carry out all the necessary legal steps to remove the encumbrance, ensuring that the final deed could be executed safely and without risks.

This is the real value of proper legal assistance: identifying risks before they become problems.

If you are considering buying property in Italy — or if you have clients looking to invest — proper legal due diligence can make the difference between a secure investment and a costly mistake.

15/04/2026

WHAT IF I CAN'T RETURN TO ITALY FOR THE DEED OF SALE?
- SPECIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY -

I'm increasingly being appointed as a special attorney by foreign buyers wishing to purchase a property in Italy.

This happens because many clients have difficulty physically returning to Italy to sign the deed of sale, or prefer to avoid the costs and time associated with travel.

In these cases, thanks to the special attorney, I can represent the client and:
✔️ sign the notarized deed of sale
✔️ manage all the final stages of the purchase
✔️ collect the keys to the property

This is an increasingly popular service, allowing the purchase to be completed safely, quickly, and stress-free, even remotely.

My law firm offers this type of assistance to foreign clients wishing to purchase a property in Italy, guaranteeing comprehensive and reliable support at every stage of the transaction.
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E SE NON POSSO TORNARE IN ITALIA PER L'ATTO DI COMPRAVENDITA? - PROCURA SPECIALE -

Sempre più spesso vengo nominato procuratore speciale da acquirenti stranieri che desiderano acquistare un immobile in Italia.

Questo accade perché molti clienti hanno difficoltà a tornare fisicamente in Italia per la firma dell’atto di compravendita, oppure preferiscono evitare i costi e il tempo legati al viaggio.

In questi casi, grazie alla procura speciale, posso rappresentare il cliente e:
✔️ firmare l’atto notarile di compravendita
✔️ gestire tutte le fasi finali dell’acquisto
✔️ ritirare le chiavi dell’immobile

Si tratta di un servizio sempre più richiesto, che consente di completare l’acquisto in modo sicuro, rapido e senza stress, anche a distanza.

Il mio studio legale offre questo tipo di assistenza ai clienti stranieri che desiderano acquistare casa in Italia, garantendo un supporto completo e affidabile in ogni fase dell’operazione.

13/04/2026

BUYING A PROPERTY IN ITALY: THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING ALL THE COSTS BEFORE PURCHASING

Many foreign buyers focus on the property price, but often overlook a key aspect: taxes and overall transaction costs.

In Italy, various taxes (registration tax, VAT, land registry and mortgage taxes) may apply at the time of purchase, which vary based on multiple factors:
✔️ Type of property
✔️ Seller (private individual or company)
✔️ Buyer's tax residence
✔️ Use of the property (primary residence or investment)

Without proper planning, you risk incurring much higher costs than expected, sometimes exceeding 15% of the purchase price.

👉 My law firm assists foreign buyers by providing:
• a clear and up-front quantification of all costs • a detailed analysis of taxes due
• targeted tax planning.

In certain situations, proper tax planning can save thousands of euros in taxes.
Buying with confidence means knowing everything beforehand, not afterward.

For information:
- WhatsApp: +393927053757
- email: [email protected]
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ACQUISTARE UN IMMOBILE IN ITALIA: L'IMPORTANZA DI CONOSCERE TUTTI I COSTI PRIMA DI EFFETTUARE L'ACQUISTO

Molti acquirenti stranieri si concentrano sul prezzo dell’immobile, ma spesso sottovalutano un aspetto fondamentale: le tasse e i costi complessivi dell’operazione.

In Italia, al momento dell’acquisto, possono applicarsi diverse tasse (imposta di registro, IVA, imposte catastali e ipotecarie), che variano in base a molteplici fattori:
✔️ tipologia di immobile
✔️ venditore (privato o società)
✔️ residenza fiscale dell’acquirente
✔️ utilizzo dell’immobile (prima casa o investimento).

Senza una pianificazione adeguata, il rischio è quello di sostenere costi molto più elevati del previsto, a volte oltre il 15% del prezzo di acquisto.

👉 Il mio studio legale assiste aquirenti stranieri fornendo:
• una quantificazione chiara e preventiva di tutti i costi
• un’analisi dettagliata delle tasse dovute
• un’attività di tax planning mirata.

In determinate situazioni, una corretta pianificazione fiscale può consentire di risparmiare migliaia di euro di tasse.
Acquistare in sicurezza significa conoscere tutto prima, non dopo.

Per info:
- WhatsApp: +393927053757
- e-mail: [email protected]

12/04/2026

🇬🇧 Are you thinking of buying a home in Italy?

I am an Italian lawyer, and my law firm provides comprehensive assistance to foreign clients wishing to purchase a home in Italy.

I handle every step of the process, ensuring security, transparency, and legal compliance:
✔️ Legal due diligence on the property
✔️ Cost and tax analysis
✔️ Assistance with residence permits
✔️ Opening a bank account in Italy
✔️ Support with mortgage applications
✔️ Tax code issuance
✔️ Contract drafting and review

Buying a property in Italy is a dream for many, but it can become a nightmare without the correct legal framework to avoid unexpected risks and costs.

For information:
- WhatsApp +393927053757
- Email: [email protected]

09/04/2026

Molti mi contattano ogni giorno per capire *come funziona un’asta immobiliare*.
Ma in pochi comprendono davvero un aspetto fondamentale:

👉 Partecipare a un’asta senza un’adeguata conoscenza giuridica può comportare conseguenze anche molto gravi.

Si va dalla **non ammissione della domanda di partecipazione** per difetti formali o mancanza di requisiti, fino al rischio più serio:
⚠️ **aggiudicarsi un immobile gravato da vizi non sanabili o problematiche giuridiche rilevanti**.

Il risultato?
Perdita di denaro, tempi lunghi e ulteriori problemi da risolvere… che comportano inevitabilmente **altri costi**.

Per questo motivo, l’assistenza di un legale non è un optional, ma una scelta strategica.

✔️ Analisi della relazione tecnica
✔️ Verifica dell’avviso di vendita
✔️ Controlli approfonditi sull’immobile

Queste attività sono essenziali per partecipare in modo consapevole e sicuro, sia che si tratti di aste di modico valore, sia di operazioni con importi a sei zeri.

📍 Lo Studio Legale Bardi assiste clienti interessati a partecipare ad aste immobiliari su tutto il territorio italiano.

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Many people contact me every day asking *how real estate auctions work*.
But very few truly understand a key point:

👉 Participating in an auction without proper legal knowledge can lead to serious consequences.

These range from **rejection of the application** due to formal errors or missing requirements, to the most critical risk:
⚠️ **being awarded a property affected by non-remediable defects or legal issues**.

The outcome?
Loss of money, delays, and additional problems to solve… which inevitably lead to **further costs**.

For this reason, legal assistance is not optional—it is a strategic necessity.

✔️ Review of the technical report
✔️ Analysis of the sale notice
✔️ In-depth due diligence on the property

These checks are essential to participate safely and consciously, whether the auction involves modest amounts or six-figure investments.

📍 Bardi Law Firm assists clients interested in participating in real estate auctions throughout Italy.

03/04/2026

02/04/2026

BARDI LAW FIRM - INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE SALES LAWYER

31/03/2026

How foreign buyers can save taxes when purchasing real estate in Italy (with real examples)

Italy remains a prime destination for foreign real estate investors. However, one key factor is often overlooked: tax planning before the purchase.

Working with a lawyer experienced in tax planning does not only ensure legal safety, but also allows you to significantly reduce the tax burden at every stage of the investment.

🔎 Real-life examples:

• Choosing the right acquisition structure
A US investor purchases a €1M property in Florence:

Direct personal purchase → registration tax up to 9%
Structured acquisition via a company → optimized taxation on rental income and future resale

• Rental income taxation
A German investor plans to rent out the property:

Ordinary taxation → up to 43%
Flat tax regime or structured ownership → significantly lower taxes

• Tax residency planning
A UK entrepreneur relocates to Italy:

Without planning → worldwide taxation
With “new resident regime” → flat substitute tax on foreign income

• Estate planning
A foreign investor buys property for family purposes:

Without planning → inheritance tax exposure and cross-border complexity
With trusts or holding structures → better protection and tax efficiency

⚠️ Important note
These are only general examples: each buyer has different needs, goals, and tax profiles.
An experienced lawyer can identify the most efficient legal structure to achieve optimal tax savings in full compliance with the law.

💡 Conclusion
Buying real estate in Italy without a tax strategy can be very costly.
Proper planning helps you reduce taxes, protect your wealth, and maximize your investment returns.

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Come un acquirente straniero può risparmiare sulle tasse acquistando immobili in Italia (con esempi concreti)

L’Italia continua ad attrarre investitori stranieri nel settore immobiliare, ma spesso si sottovaluta un aspetto fondamentale: la pianificazione fiscale preventiva.

Affidarsi a un avvocato esperto in tax planning non significa solo “comprare in sicurezza”, ma anche ottimizzare in modo significativo il carico fiscale, sia in fase di acquisto che di gestione e futura rivendita.

🔎 Esempi concreti:

• Scelta della struttura di acquisto
Un investitore USA acquista un immobile a Firenze da 1 milione di euro.

Acquisto come persona fisica → imposte di registro fino al 9%
Acquisto tramite società estera o italiana ben strutturata → possibilità di ottimizzare fiscalità su redditi da locazione e futura exit

• Regime fiscale per locazioni
Un acquirente tedesco intende affittare l’immobile:

Tassazione ordinaria → fino al 43%
Pianificazione con cedolare secca o struttura societaria → riduzione significativa dell’imposta

• Residenza fiscale e regimi agevolati
Un imprenditore UK trasferisce la residenza in Italia:

Senza pianificazione → tassazione worldwide
Con regime “neo residenti” → imposta sostitutiva fissa sui redditi esteri

• Passaggio generazionale
Un investitore straniero acquista immobili per la famiglia:

Senza pianificazione → imposta di successione e complessità transnazionali
Con trust o holding → maggiore protezione e ottimizzazione fiscale

⚠️ Nota importante
Questi sono solo esempi generici: ogni acquirente ha esigenze, obiettivi e situazioni fiscali diverse.
Un avvocato esperto nel settore è in grado di individuare la struttura giuridica più efficiente per ottenere il massimo risparmio fiscale nel rispetto della normativa.

💡 Conclusione
Comprare un immobile in Italia senza una strategia fiscale è un errore costoso.
Una corretta pianificazione consente di ridurre le imposte, proteggere il patrimonio e massimizzare il rendimento dell’investimento.

25/03/2026

Buying property in Italy?

⚠️ Most foreign buyers make this mistake:
They fall in love with a property… before checking the legal risks.

Hidden debts, planning violations, tax traps — these can cost you tens of thousands of euros.

💡 In Italy, due diligence is not optional. It’s essential.

👨‍⚖️ I help international clients avoid costly mistakes and buy safely.

23/03/2026

🌍 Buying Property in Italy? Do it the right way.
Italy is one of the most attractive destinations for real estate investment — but navigating legal, tax, and immigration rules can be complex.
👨‍⚖️ I help international clients purchase property in Italy safely and efficiently, offering:
✔️ Full legal due diligence on the property
✔️ Tax planning to reduce costs and avoid double taxation
✔️ Assistance with Golden Visa, Elective Residency, and Non-Dom regimes
✔️ Support throughout the entire buying process — from offer to closing
💡 The right legal structure can save you thousands in taxes and prevent costly mistakes.
Whether you’re buying a vacation home, relocating, or investing — having an experienced Italian real estate lawyer on your side makes the difference.