Second Home Magazine

Energy efficient A2 three-room near Sant’Orsola in Bologna

A bright three-room in class A2 that combines comfort, modern systems and proximity to Sant’Orsola for families and professionals alike

Buy or rent a second home by the sea: how to choose

Explore the practical and fiscal factors that should guide your choice between renting and buying a seaside second home, including IMU 2026 changes and rental strategies

How to organize your freezer, choose the right fridge and stabilize whipped cream

Discover clear guidance on picking a refrigerator with the right features, organizing a freezer for quick access, and using agar agar to stabilize whipped cream

What notary mortgage fees you can deduct and how to claim them

Find out which notary fees linked to a mortgage are eligible for a 19% deduction, how to document them, and how recent tax reforms influence allowable caps

Manage tourist tax for your holiday home: a practical guide

A concise guide to collecting the tourist tax, calculating amounts, handling exemptions and meeting municipal and national reporting obligations

Tourist tax guide for short-term rental hosts

A concise primer for owners and hosts on collecting the tourist tax, calculating amounts, documenting exemptions and responding to new rules in 2026

How to buy property in Abruzzo with confidence and legal clarity

Practical overview of buying property in Abruzzo and clear legal steps for both buyers and sellers

Buy a second home in Valtaro and Valceno: stone houses and accessibility

Explore rustic stone houses, renovation tips and local mountain investments that make Valtaro and Valceno attractive second-home options

Jesolo beach reassignments and chioschi plans reshape coastal use

A recent re-tender of the Jesolo stretch known as Umg 5 and new regional spacing rules have cut umbrella numbers and prioritized hotels, prompting owners to consider legal action while other coastal projects advance