Second Home Magazine

First-home tax breaks in Italy: rules for owning more than one house

A practical guide to keeping the first-home tax advantage when you already own a subsidized residence

Registration tax and first home relief: a practical guide for buyers

A practical overview of the registration tax, calculation methods, first home rules and steps to defend your position in case of a tax challenge

Short-term rentals in Italy: choose the best tax regime and meet new 2026 rules

A compact guide to the tax options, the 2026 legal changes and the administrative duties every host in Italy should know

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Cash buyers and nuda proprietà: a new chapter for Italian real estate

A look at the cash-driven trend in Italian home purchases, who benefits and the fiscal implications

How to preserve the first-home tax benefit when the property requires renovation

Essential guidance to reconcile renovation timelines, residence registration and spousal declarations to preserve the first-home fiscal advantage

How to insure jewelry and high-value items in your home

Learn practical ways to insure high-value possessions, spot coverage gaps and handle police and insurer procedures after a loss

How to pick the best apartment in Vipiteno: practical tips

Quick guide to selecting the ideal Vipiteno apartment by weighing distance, services and reservation details for families and groups

MPS Mio Tandem explained: fixed vs variable and a flexible rate switch

Learn how the MPS Mio Tandem mortgage works, what fees and taxes apply, and how the option to switch between fixed and variable rates can protect your monthly outlay

Two-room garden apartment in Massarenti: energy efficient living close to Bologna centre

A ground-floor, energy-efficient two-room apartment with 49 sqm internal space and a 53 sqm private garden, ideal for couples, professionals or a city second home