{"id":11421,"date":"2026-04-28T13:00:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alfieri-immobiliare.com\/?page_id=11421"},"modified":"2026-04-28T13:00:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:00:39","slug":"useful-information-buying-a-home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/alfieri-immobiliare.com\/en\/useful-information-buying-a-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Useful Information Buying a Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Buying a home on the Amalfi Coast is a major decision that combines emotional value with a financial investment. However, the real estate buying and selling process can be complex, especially in an area with unique market dynamics, zoning restrictions, and strong international demand.<\/p>\n

In this FAQ section, we\u2019ve compiled the most frequently asked questions to guide you through every stage of the purchase: from real estate agency commissions to the document checks required before making an offer, from taxes and tax breaks expected in 2026 to the tools for accurately assessing a property\u2019s price. You\u2019ll also find practical tips for identifying potential building code violations or defects and for understanding what questions to ask the agency before making a decision.<\/p>\n

The goal is to offer you a clear and practical guide to approach the purchase with greater awareness, reduce risks, and invest safely in one of Italy\u2019s most exclusive areas.<\/p>\n

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What fees do I have to pay to a real estate agency? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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Commissions are typically between 2% and 4% of the purchase price plus VAT, and are paid by both the buyer and the seller.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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What documents should you review before making an offer to purchase a property? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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The key documents to review are:
– Cadastral abstract,
– Floor plan,
– Deed of title,
– Certificate of occupancy,
– APE (energy performance certificate),
– Any mortgages or encumbrances.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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What taxes do I have to pay when I buy a house? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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It depends on the seller and the type of purchase.
From a private individual:
– primary residence: 2% registration tax,
– secondary residence: 9%.
From a business:
– VAT (4% for primary residence, 10% for secondary residence).
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– notary fees and fixed taxes (cadastral\/mortgage taxes).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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What tax breaks will be available in 2026 when I buy a home? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t
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The main ones are
– First-time homebuyer tax credit (reduced taxes),
– Tax breaks for people under 36,
– Tax deductions for renovations,
– Energy efficiency tax credit.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You need to compare:
-prices per square meter in the area,
-similar properties that have sold,
-the condition of the property and its location.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You need to consider several factors: ocean view, accessibility, location, condition, and renovations.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The key questions are:
– Whether the property complies with zoning regulations,
– Whether there are any outstanding debts or mortgages,
– Condominium fees,
– Reason for the sale,
– How long it has been on the market,
– Room for negotiation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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