| Property search |
You search across dozens of websites, most outdated or unreliable |
Just visit the Capitalio.co.uk website, the properties portfolio is selected, in one space, with right price level, all of them availabe |
| Initial inquiries |
You send multiple inquiries, wait for unclear replies, often in Italian |
Just “click on the bottom”, you’ll be contacted quickly |
| Shortlist & visit |
You try to assess quality from abroad or make a rushed trip to Italy |
We pre-screen and visit properties for you if needed, with full reports |
| Negotiation |
You negotiate on your own, often with pressure from the seller’s agent, and as in the UK, prices can be different just changing road side of the same street. No news regarding the area, neighbours, tourist opportunities |
Capitalio assist you throughout the negotiation process, helping you understand market value and advising on strategy to ensure transparency and fair pricing |
| Agency agreement |
You may be asked to sign an exclusivity agreement with unclear terms |
Capitalio deal only with agencies bound by contract with us, no surprises. We help you to understand agreements, not only regarding the language |
| Price renegotiation |
Unexpected counteroffers or price increases are common |
As you’re paying us (saving the Italian local agency fees), we manage the full negotiation and protect your interests |
| Preliminary agreement |
You sign a “compromesso” often drafted by the agency, without independent checks |
Capitalio coordinates with trusted legal experts to protect your position |
| Notary selection |
You must find a notary and verify their credibility. How can do that? |
Capitalio appoint notaries we’ve already worked with and trust |
| Fiscal code (Codice Fiscale) |
You must find an accountant (speaking English), and wait for processing. This step may be unexpectedly and inexplicably longer than you think |
Capitalio arranged everything in advance, delivering documents to the notary |
| Due diligence |
You must verify ownership, cadastral data, zoning, debts, etc. |
Capitalio’s network of technicians and legal advisors handles it all. Just for a peace of mind, we work only with trusted partners and we check personally the documentation |
| Technical checks (RRE) |
You must find and trust a surveyor, often at the last moment. Frequently this check is never did |
We assign a trusted technician to produce a full RRE report. Not only: our delegates will provide a measurations (en place, just with laser meters) of the full property |
| Legal adjustments, ownership contract text |
Any irregularities must be resolved by you or the seller |
We liaise with all parties to fix documentation or legal gaps. In case of any problem you’ll be promptly informed |
| Funds transfer |
Your bank might block or delay the transfer to Italy |
We advise or facilitate secure fund transfers via structured vehicles |
| Completion day |
You attend the notary appointment, often in short time as the previous steps could be harder then espected. Rush couldt help even in this matter |
Capitalio coordinates all documents and act for you if needed under PoA |
| Utilities activation |
You must call ENEL (the electricity provider), water, internet (in Italian) and book appointments. Once again, this step may be unexpectedly and inexplicably longer than you think |
Capitalio activates all utilities for you and resolve any technical issues, you’ll be informed when the job’s done |
| Post-sale |
You manage everything from abroad, from taxes to tenants |
Capitalio offers continued management and support, depending on your needs. Maybe you need the Authorizations to rent our new property? |
