Private Rental Companies in Rome: Paragon or Predator?

I’ve already discussed how to avoid scams in the Rome housing rental market here. However, recent years have seen the emergence of a new type of player. These so-called “private rental companies” don’t charge landlords for their services, but instead require potential...

Prima casa, seconda casa: what do they mean?

Prima casa, seconda casa: What do they mean and what are the implications?First house, second house… the translation is easy and the meaning’s clear, right? Or maybe not.In English, “first home” typically refers to a property bought by someone who has never previously...