Do You Need a Lawyer to Buy Property in Italy If There’s a Notary?

Do You Need a Lawyer to Buy Property in Italy If There’s a Notary?

Author: Marco Permunian & Rafael Di Furia February 8, 2026 Duration: 3:32

When buying property in Italy, many foreign buyers assume the notary’s involvement means their interests are automatically protected, but the reality of the Italian purchase process is more specific, and understanding where the notary’s role begins and ends can shape how you approach due diligence, documents, timelines, and risk before you sign. This episode connects the practical side of buying a home in Italy with the legal framework that governs the closing, so anyone considering real estate in Italy, from first time buyers to returning expats, can better understand what protections are built into the system and what may require independent legal support. In this episode of Ask The Italian Lawyer hosted by Italian attorney Marco Permunian and dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we’ll learn the answer to the question: do you need a lawyer to buy property in Italy if there is a notary?For help with the Italian citizenship process and more information about Italian Citizenship Assistance visit ICA's website:https://ItalianCitizenshipAssistance.comFor help with buying a home in Italy, and more information about Italian Real Estate Lawyers visit IREL's website:https://ItalianRealEstateLawyers.comTo contact Italian Attorney Marco Permunian and his team at Italian Citizenship Assistance & Italian Real Estate Lawyers:https://italiancitizenshipassistance.com/contact/https://italianrealestatelawyers.com/contact-us/To see more from  @RafaelDiFuria  living abroad and life as a dual-citizen expat check out his YouTube channel and website:Http://YouTube.com/RafaelDiFuriaHttp://RafaelDiFuria.com#movetoitaly #italianproperty #italianrealestate


Navigating the practicalities of Italy-from the dream of citizenship to the complexities of buying a home or simply building a life there-requires more than just enthusiasm; it demands clear, accurate guidance. Ask The Italian Lawyer serves precisely that need. Hosts Marco Permunian, an Italian attorney, and Rafael Di Furia, a dual-citizen expat with deep podcasting experience, tackle your specific questions in every episode. They cut through bureaucratic fog and cultural nuance to offer direct answers on legal pathways to citizenship, the realities of the real estate market, and the intricacies of working or relocating. This isn't abstract theory; it's applied insight from a professional who practices the law and a voice who has lived the journey. As a natural companion to their other series, this podcast builds a comprehensive resource for anyone serious about Italy. You'll hear detailed explanations of common hurdles, clarifications on ever-changing regulations, and practical steps you can take, all discussed in a straightforward, conversational style. For reliable, demystified advice on making your Italian ambitions a legal reality, this is the essential listen.
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