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How To find Your People In Rome
When I first moved to Rome, the internet was still a clunky dial-up affair. Web 2.0 hadn’t happened yet, Facebook wasn’t a thing, and there was no such thing as a smartphone – let alone a WhatsApp group. If you wanted to meet people, you had to do it the...
Renting with Pets: Rights, Laws, and Tips for Tenants
As a dedicated slave to two pampered cats, I know the importance of our bond with our companion animals. You may find it unthinkable to move without your furry (or feathered) friend. But how easy will it be to find a landlord who’s willing to rent to you (and your...
Budget-friendly Rentals: Where €2K Goes Further in Rome
In part 1 of this guide, I focussed on the most popular – and hence most expensive – areas of Rome. But what if your budget won’t stretch that far? Or you’re looking for something quieter and more suited for family life? Read on to discover some of Rome’s more...
Living the Dream: €2000 Rentals in Rome’s Hottest Neighbourhoods
Rents, of course, depend overwhelmingly on two factors: size, and location, location, location. However, these aren’t the only variables. Is the apartment furnished or unfurnished? Does it have any outside spaces (shared or for private use)? What’s its...
Five More Italian Terms Foreigners Always Misunderstand
Even if you’re an experienced renter in your home country, navigating the Italian rentalsystem can be surprisingly tricky. Many aspects of renting in Italy — from contract types todeposit rules — work quite differently from what you may be used to....
Ten Italian Terms Foreigners Always Misunderstand
When it comes to renting, there are certain things that you know without being told. You know you’re going to have to pay your monthly rent, of course. And your utility bills, naturally. There’s probably some kind of municipality tax, too.But you probably also have...
Why Italian Landlords Are Reluctant to Rent to Foreigners
When it comes to renting, there are certain things that you know without being told. You know you’re going to have to pay your monthly rent, of course. And your utility bills, naturally. There’s probably some kind of municipality tax, too.But you probably also have...
Top 5 Italian phrases every expat should know before a property viewing
Cosa comprende l’affitto? (What’s included in the rent?)What’s covered by the rent generally depends on the type of contract. A tourist contract(contratto ad uso turistico) will generally include the condo fees, utilities, heating, water andso on, whereas longer...
Renting in Rome: what you need to know
When it comes to renting, there are certain things that you know without being told. You know you’re going to have to pay your monthly rent, of course. And your utility bills, naturally. There’s probably some kind of municipality tax, too.But you probably also have...
Living in Rome: Setting Up Essential Services
Living in Rome: Setting Up Essential ServicesSo it wasn’t easy, but you’ve finally found your dream apartment. Now you can sit back,relax, and enjoy la dolce vita. Well, almost – there are just a few essential services you needto set up first…Electricity & GasIn...
Rentals in Rome: which contract is right for you?
You’ve just landed your dream job: a permanent contract in the eternal city. Or maybe you’re being seconded to the Rome branch for a couple of years by your multinational employer. Perhaps you’ve decided to do your Master’s or PhD at one of the city’s numerous...
Finding a Room in Rome
Finding a room in RomeFinding a room for rent in Rome - or even a bed in a shared room! - is not easy. Rome hosts around 40,000 students living away from home. Add to that the countless Italian and foreign workers who don’t earn enough to rent a whole apartment to...
How to find an apartment in Rome: the ultimate expat guide
How to find an apartment in Rome: the ultimate expat guide Finding an apartment to rent in Rome is HARD. Demand for rentals is sky-high, so that little place you had your eye on last week has probably already gone by the time you pick up the phone to ask about it. You...
Living in Rome: Quartiere Africano
When you think of Rome you may dream of living in the historic centre, where the city’s rich history and vibrant culture are most palpable. Certainly, the idea of stepping out of your front door directly into the heart of Trastevere, or gazing out at a stunning view...
How to make yourself a more attractive tenant
Renting in Rome is tough. The high demand for accommodation means that landlords can afford to be choosy. In practice, this means they prefer tenants they perceive to be lower risk: namely, Italians, or at least, people with an Italian employment contract.So what can...