A change in UK pension rules heralded in the chancellor's Budget speech means a retiree can now draw their entire pension in one go, if they wish. For some, the freedom will mean retirement planning that can better suit their needs. Some will definitely choose the “old way”, a pension, which will last for the rest of the holder's life. Yet, most people are asking themselves some questions, due to...
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Italy is a beautiful country, rich in history, traditions, art and culture. Nowhere is there such a concentration of pleasure of the senses as can be found in the Bel Paese (the Beautiful Country). From art to food, from wonderful, varied countryside to flamboyant fashion, Italy has it all. The beauty of Italy is proverbial. Every year around 40.000.000 tourists visit this country. It is a real giant on...
Choosing colours to renovate your home walls or for a brand new house, may seem very diffcult sometimes but, if you follow these suggestions, it will be much easier! First of all, remember that there are no scientific rules to choose and match colours. Follow your taste and try not to make a potpourri of tints. Before you decide what colour you'd like to use, it's good to know that there are three...
The wine industry is a business on the rise, combining the latest technologies with tradition. Investing in wine producing farms, means entering into a world rather than simply a business: rural culture, tradition and quality match altogether, incorporating modern techniques in order to be always updated about new trends a requirements from the purchasing market. Properties related to the production of...
There are so many reasons that make now a great time to invest in Italian properties. The first one is that the real estate market in Italy seems to be stabilizing and 2014's statistics show the first indicators of recovery since the economic crash. In fact, a recent report by PwC and the Urban Land Institute suggests that Italy can offer some of the best property opportunities in Europe. At the moment it...
Bedroom looking a little bland? These 11 snazzy projects take less than an hour. 1. Wooden Tray A wooden tray is a must-have for in-bed snackers. Load it up with snacks, coffee, and books, and it's a handy way to bring your morning essentials into the bedroom with you. All you need is some wood, hardware, and stain, and you'll be lazing around in bed in no time! 2. Gilded Sconce Need a light? A...
The process of buying a hotel is quite long and complicated, but if you scrupolously follow a few rules, it will be easy and fast. The negotiation begins when the parties, one in front of the other, show a will to buy/sell the property. If you have reached this stage, it is time to lay your own cards on the table, without hiding important details for the purchase process: if the buyer really wants to buy...
Confidence in Euro Zone Is Prompting Bets on Weaker Markets Foreign investors are showing a growing appetite for Italian commercial real estate, a sign that the gradual improvement of the European economy is being felt in some of the Continent’s weaker property markets. From January through early October, the volume of Italian cross-border transactions totaled €2.75 billion ($3.71 billion), or about...
Making Decisions Before You Buy a Home Sometimes it may seem difficult to find the perfect property for you: you are unique and you have desires and needs, hopes and dreams for your new home. So how can you define your ideal home? First of all: don’t look throughout all the real estate portals, if you don’t have a clear idea of what you are looking for. This is the easiest way to get confused and...