Complete guide to housing in Italy: buying, renting, property tax and bonuses
Buying a home, registering a rental contract, paying property tax or claiming the renovation bonus: housing-related procedures are among the most important in life. This section brings together all the guides you need to manage your home in Italy, with step-by-step instructions, deadlines and links to the relevant authorities.
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Change of residence
How to change your residence online in 2 days without going to City Hall.
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Land registry search
How to look up property registry data for free on the Agenzia delle Entrate portal.
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Inheritance declaration
How to submit the inheritance declaration to Agenzia delle Entrate within 12 months of death.
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Home renovation tax bonus
How to deduct 50% of home renovation costs in your income tax return (max €96,000).
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Rental contract registration
How to register the lease agreement with Agenzia delle Entrate within 30 days of signing.
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Home renovations and housing bonuses 2026: 50%, deductions, superbonus
Guide to home renovation bonuses 2026: 50% bonus, deductions, coverage, deadlines, how to use credit.
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First home purchase in Milan: benefits, stamp duty, IMU 2026
Milan-specific guide: first home benefits, reduced stamp duty, IMU, taxes, 2026 deadlines.
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First home purchase in Rome: benefits, stamp duty, IMU 2026
Rome-specific guide: first home benefits, reduced stamp duty, IMU, regional taxes, deadlines.
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First home mortgage 2026: how to get it, rates, benefits
Complete guide to first home mortgage 2026: requirements, documents, fixed vs variable rate comparison, under-36 benefits.
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Under 36 mortgage 2026: 100% state guarantee, tax benefits
Complete guide to mortgage benefits for under-36s in 2026: Consap fund, 100% mortgage, substitute tax exemption, ISEE requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Who pays IMU on a primary residence?
IMU is not payable on a primary residence if it is your main home and not classified as a luxury property (cadastral categories A/1, A/8, A/9). It is payable on second homes and luxury properties.
How do you register a rental contract?
A rental contract must be registered with the Revenue Agency within 30 days of signing, via the web portal, a CAF or a branch office. The registration tax is 2% of the annual rent.
How long does the renovation bonus last?
The renovation bonus (50% IRPEF deduction) is confirmed for 2026. Works must be carried out on residential properties and expenses must be paid by bank transfer with tax details.