WoW Baz! Just how many
Submitted by stevegwmonkseaton on Fri, 08/01/2014 - 16:05In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
WoW Baz! Just how many community members on here work for IMag....?
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Not sure Steve, just thought
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Fri, 08/01/2014 - 18:42In reply to WoW Baz! Just how many by stevegwmonkseaton
Not sure Steve, just thought I'd join and ask about anyone wanting to share their story to see if I could get some people with interesting stories and from all over the country. I guess it's a useful resource for readers and writers alike.
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Hi Steve I would love to join
Submitted by Florence Apcar on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 14:22In reply to Not sure Steve, just thought by Barry Lillie
Hi Steve I would love to join in sharing our stories I am in LeMarche
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Dear Florence Apcar
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Sun, 08/31/2014 - 05:20In reply to Hi Steve I would love to join by Florence Apcar
Dear Florence ApcarIf you'd still like to share your story email me on barry.lillie (at) gmail.com
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Hello. I'm an expat who is 6
Submitted by AnnaB on Sun, 08/10/2014 - 11:45In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Hello. I'm an expat who is 6 months new to Naples area.
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Hi AnnaB If you'd still like
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Sun, 08/31/2014 - 05:18In reply to Hello. I'm an expat who is 6 by AnnaB
Hi AnnaB If you'd still like to tell your story contact me at barry.lillie at -gmail.com
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I am an expat who has been
Submitted by sgilbert on Sun, 08/10/2014 - 12:38In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
I am an expat who has been here for 40 years and after woring here as a journalist - for American and then Italian papers - has written a book on the subject. If you want to contect me, feel free.
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What part of Italy are you
Submitted by Florence Apcar on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 14:17In reply to I am an expat who has been by sgilbert
What part of Italy are you inwould love to speak about Le Marche if you happy to do so..
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sgilbert.....What is the name
Submitted by geefish on Sun, 09/14/2014 - 17:43In reply to I am an expat who has been by sgilbert
sgilbert.....What is the name of your book??? I would love to read it...
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Yes, I did own property in
Submitted by VeniceGal on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 09:35In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Yes, I did own property in Verona that we accidentally inhertited and would love to share my story!! Please get back to me if you are interested in hearing it.
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We're just embarking on a
Submitted by Kelda68 on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 11:20In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
We're just embarking on a house build in Le Marche, where we'll be permanently moving to from London. So early stages, but happy to chat if you're interested.
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We have a house inCingoi Le
Submitted by Florence Apcar on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 14:14In reply to We're just embarking on a by Kelda68
We have a house inCingoi Le Marche and would love to chat with you about our experiences of the last six years.
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Hello Kelda68 -
Submitted by Hera on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 00:22In reply to We're just embarking on a by Kelda68
Hello Kelda68 - Where in Marche are you building? My husband and I just returned from the region a few weeks ago and are interested in purchasing in Senegalia, however we have not ruled out a customer build. As a custom build we think that would we also like to explore other areas in the Marche region and as such were interested in what others have thought of the area.Thanks -Hera
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Have moved from Ireland to
Submitted by Orna on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 11:25In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Have moved from Ireland to The Euganean Hills last year. Bought a sweet little house with great views among the vineyards and olive groves. Love to walk. Currently writing a novel set in Venice. A big move, but so far so good. Lots of teething problems with the builders, but otherwise pretty problem free.
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When you write your novel,
Submitted by sgilbert on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 13:03In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
When you write your novel, please try and get your Italian spelling right. I just came across a book (one which doesn't interest me) that is set in Venice and is called "Inamorata". How oculd a writer not check the spelling when she uses an Italian word as her title. It is spelled "innamorata" with two ns.
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Thank you sgilbert. I'll try
Submitted by Orna on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 02:08In reply to When you write your novel, by sgilbert
Thank you sgilbert. I'll try to remember.
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Brava S.Gilbert!!!!!
Submitted by VeniceGal on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 13:17In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Brava S.Gilbert!!!!!
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Thanks, VeniceGal. Visit my
Submitted by sgilbert on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 13:40In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Thanks, VeniceGal. Visit my site - www.myhomesweetrome.com -- and, if you are interested, check out my book on living in Italy. It's on Amazon. It is called "My Home Sweet Rome: Living (and Loving) in Italy's Eternal City". Ciao for now
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Thanks everyone for getting
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 19:05In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Thanks everyone for getting back to me I will be in tough after Ferragosto, just vreturned from a fabulous festa in nthe mountain town of Palombaro with many more to come over the next week... Hope you all have a happy and healthy ferragosto...Barry
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Barry, I would personally
Submitted by prairiepaintbrush on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 23:59In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Barry, I would personally like to hear the stories of Americans retiring in Italy, as that would be my circumstance. I've read a lot about Brits moving over, and young people from all over taking the plunge. Us golden American oldies need representation too! :)
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I too would like to hear from
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 04:50In reply to Barry, I would personally by prairiepaintbrush
I too would like to hear from some Americans, I have spoken to several KIwi's many Brits and a couple of other nationalities but would be good to speak with an American and get their take on the move. Which area of Italy are you interested in Prairiepaintbrush?
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A little more about me. I'm
Submitted by AnnaB on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 06:00In reply to I too would like to hear from by Barry Lillie
A little more about me. I'm 40 years old and decided to make a lifestyle change. Originally from NJ, the other 'Napels', I moved here in January. Although my story has just begun, there is lots to be told about my experiences in Naples, and they are NOT all bad! Feel free to contact me as I am more than happy to share!
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Try this blog http:/
Submitted by Alswitha on Tue, 08/26/2014 - 07:05In reply to I too would like to hear from by Barry Lillie
Try this blog http://latavolamarche.blogspot.co.uk/
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Dear PPB
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Sun, 08/31/2014 - 05:23In reply to Barry, I would personally by prairiepaintbrush
Dear PPBIf you'd like any info on Abruzzo and property here and to tell your story about why you'd like to buy in Italy email at barry.lillie (at) gmail.com
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I have a wee place in
Submitted by moruzzo on Sat, 10/11/2014 - 17:44In reply to Dear PPB by Barry Lillie
I have a wee place in Abruzzo. Try allinabruzzo
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I still urge people to read
Submitted by sgilbert on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 06:24In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
I still urge people to read my book before they decide to move here. It's called "My Home Sweet Rome: Living (and Loving) in Italy's Eternal city" (On Amazon, Barnes and Noples, Apple, Kobo). I've been here for 40 years and am not going anywhere but the subetxt (not so sub, actually) is "It's a great place to visit, but would you really want to live here?". I'm not saying you shouldn't come, especially if you are retired and don't need to work. But you should know what life here is really like before you take the plunge.
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No matter what country you
Submitted by Orna on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 07:05In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
No matter what country you move to, research is essential. I explored all aspects of living here in Italy long before actually taking the plunge and deciding to move here. The research was well worthwhile and I would urge all those dreaming about 'La Dolce Vita' to visit as often as possible before making that final decision. Location is important; remember that the rustic farmhouse you dream of is often isolated and won't help you to become part of the local community. Like with every country, the rules will be different wherever you go. Be prepared for queuing, signing lots of papers, watching a dizzying amount of photo-copying of documents and listening to the sound of multiple rubber stamping. My move here was also made a great deal simpler by the use of an English speaking estate agent who was accustomed to facilitating Irish, British and American clients. His advice was invaluable and I was lucky to have chosen a property from his portfolio. I have been here for eighteen months and couldn't be happier or more content with my life in Italy. I am happy to answer any questions about my own particular experience.
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Orna.....I am new to this
Submitted by geefish on Sun, 09/14/2014 - 17:56In reply to No matter what country you by Orna
Orna.....I am new to this site and was intrigued by your post....(Especially the "happy to answer any questions about your own particular experience".....My husband, myself and our soon to be 5 year old daughter are strongly considering a "retirment" move to Italy. Both my husband and I are in our 50's and we adopted our "granddaughter" at birth. We have discussed moving to Italy several years before she was born and continue to do so today. We are strongly considering it now that she is a little older and my oldest son is heading off to college in a few short months. While I have many questions about the move itself.....would you say it as a "dual citizen" (I just received my citizenship) there is less "red tape" and would I qualify for a mortgage of sorts. While we would have some significant "cash on hand", we loose quite a large chunk of it when we exchange it for Euro. Do you know anything about the school system there? Is there a particular aread you would recommend for the raising of a small child, or perhaps an area to avoid? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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I'm not sure how much help I
Submitted by Orna on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 11:25In reply to Orna.....I am new to this by geefish
I'm not sure how much help I can give you regarding your questions. First of all, I did not have to apply for a mortgage when I bought my house. A lucky situation to be in, for sure! As far as school is concerned, most ex-pats I know send their children to English or American schools, so I can't really help you there either, though if you ask a specific question I am sure I could ask around and let you know. I am living in the Veneto, which has a strong infrastructure, with lots of famously good schools and universities. I am sure this area must be an excellent place to bring up a family, judging by the local children and their wonderful families. Good luck!
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I am a retired American with
Submitted by stefanaccio on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 08:42In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
I am a retired American with a (part vacation/part personal residence) house in the village of Valle San Giovanni, a frazione of Teramo. I found a way open to other Americans, possiby to other EEU citizens to finance their stay in Italy. One path involves landing a position with the military, most likely in Aviano, Vicenza, Naples or Catania, either as a GS employee or a a contractor. I am currently a contractor near the Frankfurt/Hahn airport in Germany. Working in this position allows me to cheaply fly to Pescara for a long weekend. The information on the websites for my house and the village, unless noted othewise, was composed by myself, is not copyrighted, and you are welcome to share or use it in any way you see fit.
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Thank you for asking, Barry.
Submitted by prairiepaintbrush on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 18:52In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Thank you for asking, Barry. I have been looking at Abruzzo, because it might be affordable to me, it looks like a beautiful area, and my goal is to grow some grapes and have a few fruit and olive trees. I will not be leaving soon, but I can't stop thinking about it, so I'm looking for friendly places to chat with ex pats, while also pouring over property listings.
S Gilbert, I hear you. I'll try to check out your book. I'm sure it's very helpful.
Orna, so glad your plans worked out well. Would you consider revealing the agent you used?
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Thanks to everyone who has
Submitted by Barry Lillie on Mon, 08/18/2014 - 06:29In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Thanks to everyone who has shown interest in being interviewed with their story of why they bought or want to buy a house in Italy, please contact me via my email address lillie.barry@gmail.com and I will respond direct and we can take it from there. Best wishes, Barry
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We have had a house in
Submitted by Florence Apcar on Sat, 08/23/2014 - 14:09In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
We have had a house in Cingoli Le Marche for six years.We visit as often as we can as we have now finished the renovations. We would be happy to take part.
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We have a holiday home in Le
Submitted by Alswitha on Tue, 08/26/2014 - 07:00In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
We have a holiday home in Le Marche and you'll find something here on the ups and downs of home ownership in Italy http://wp.me/pp7NI-9i
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Hi Barry, I would love to
Submitted by Catherine Carabine1 on Mon, 09/01/2014 - 09:26In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Hi Barry, I would love to write an article. Last year Katia, very kindly let me write an article about my new book ' A Chestnut Barn in Tuscany' which has since become a best seller on Amazon, together with a short story about another visit to Italy. My sequel 'Back to Tuscany and the Barn' has just recently been published and I would love to be able to share my knowledge and insight into 'living the dream' with other likeminded people. Many thanks for your time. Catherine Carabine.
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benn living in USA........
Submitted by Mimmo on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 14:18In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
benn living in USA.........recently bought a vacation home in my hometown of Campobasso...what are your interests
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I have a story that I've
Submitted by lifephotography on Mon, 09/15/2014 - 09:28In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
I have a story that I've written about Calabria.. My husband is Italian, I am American and my in-laws have a house in Calabria that we visit every Summer.jones.life.photography@gmail.com-Cassie
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welcome to ask me about my
Submitted by Mary Judge on Mon, 10/06/2014 - 02:16In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
welcome to ask me about my "story" which began 25 years ago when my ex and I bought a tiny place in a tiny town in Umbria, "moved up", made a beautiful home, interacted mostly with local farmers, townspeople and artists (we are artists). Divorce, house sold after 7 years on the market, my choice to then restart in Puglia. That will be my "last" vacation home and I bought there to be someplace warm, near the sea, affordable and in a province that is more forward looking than Umbria, which has a huge piece of my heart.
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We have been in Italy for 8
Submitted by Chris Myton on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 12:04In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
We have been in Italy for 8 years and now run perfectpuglia.com, pugliapools.com as well as our trulloneglialberi.com
Would love to share our experiences if it helps.
Chris.
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We have some wonderful
Submitted by Josie12 on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 12:10In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
We have some wonderful stories. We came to live in Casoli Abruzzo from Cape Town , South Africa. We have Villa Di Stelle, which is a holiday rental property , and we live close by at Casa Paradiso! We've been here almost 2 and a half years, and in that time we rebuilt the villa and cultivated the 6 acre property around us. We've dealt with builders, geometras, the Questura (as my husband's had to deal with residency) and just about every facet of 'welcome to Italy' beurocracy there is! We are however very happy here, and love our surroundings. If you'd like any specifically targeted stories, let me know! Jo and Chris
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Hi Jo and Chris
Submitted by Trisha Ellse on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 12:38In reply to We have some wonderful by Josie12
Hi Jo and Chrisi just realised my reply went to the wrong place! We are also from SA and own a place in Pacentro. We live in the UK but would love a chance to chat via email. I am on Facebook. Hope to hear from you both and hear your stories.trish and Jonathan
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Hi Jo and Chris
Submitted by Trisha Ellse on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 12:35In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
We own in Abruzzo and happy to chat!
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Small world! Have sent you a
Submitted by Josie12 on Sun, 10/12/2014 - 12:39In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Small world! Have sent you a FB request. Weve met a few South Africans here, always so unexpected but great!
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Ciao! I'd love to contribute
Submitted by An American In… on Mon, 10/13/2014 - 09:41In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Ciao! I'd love to contribute any stories or authentic recipes if that's what you are looking for =) I am an American who is married to a Sicilian and we live here in Sicily, specifically in the province of Ragusa. You can find more about me on my blog http://anamericaninsicily.com/
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Get in touch with my wife.
Submitted by skestler on Fri, 10/24/2014 - 13:39In reply to A newbie all over again! by Annec
Get in touch with my wife. Her blog about our adventures in Italy is very good. http://guardia-italy.blogspot.com her email address is patsy.kestler@cbre.com
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es.Thank you for your
Submitted by Florence Apcar on Wed, 10/15/2014 - 07:00In reply to Get in touch with my wife. by skestler
es.Thank you for your suggestion and I shall get in touch for a few good places etc for having an adventur
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