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Italian real estate and renovation – HearSay italiano A2
Master the vocabulary needed to buy and renovate a rural Italian home. Practice listening and speaking on the go as you navigate local real estate.
Lezioni The one euro house Mark introduces himself to an agent and inquires about the famous real estate initiative.
Vocabolario il bando (Public tender/Announcement) i borghi (Small historic villages) il Sud Italia (Southern Italy) il prezzo simbolico (Symbolic price) lo spopolamento (Depopulation) la vita della comunità (Community life) Obiettivi Inquire about available property listings using polite introductions Analyze the requirements and obligations of the 1 Euro House project Exploring historic properties Mark describes his ideal project to Sofia and views several older buildings in the village.
Vocabolario il rudere (Ruin/Dilapidated building) la casa di pietra (Stone house) i centri storici (Historic centers) il patrimonio (Heritage/Assets) l'immobile (Property/Real estate) i balconi arrugginiti (Rusted balconies) Obiettivi Describe specific housing preferences Ask about the condition of the property Dreaming of a new home Sofia shows Mark an alternative, slightly more expensive property, and they discuss dimensions and features.
Vocabolario le camere da letto (Bedrooms) il giardino (Garden) il garage (Garage) la piscina (Swimming pool) l'appartamento in centro (Apartment in the city center) i metri quadrati (Square footage/meters) Obiettivi Describe specific housing preferences like the number of rooms and garden Ask about property amenities such as garages and swimming pools Verify the square footage Location and local amenities Mark wants to make sure the village is well-connected before committing to the relocation.
Vocabolario l'entroterra (Hinterland/Inland) i mezzi pubblici (Public transport) i negozi (Shops) trasferirsi (To move/To relocate) l'abitazione (Dwelling/Housing) Obiettivi Verify the proximity to public transport or shops Discuss relocating to the Italian hinterland Understanding property listings They review different listing types, discussing whether to buy an investment property or rent.
Vocabolario la compravendita (Sale and purchase) il contratto di affitto (Rental contract) il prezzo trattabile (Negotiable price) i mobili (Furniture) investire (To invest) l'affare speculativo (Speculative deal) Obiettivi Inquire about the total selling or rental price and whether it is negotiable Ask about property amenities such as furniture Discussing financial requirements Mark asks Sofia to break down the hidden costs and down payments associated with buying.
Vocabolario la caparra (Security deposit/Down payment) le spese condominiali (Condominium fees/HOA fees) le utenze (Utilities) i costi accessori (Side costs/Additional costs) la cauzione (Deposit/Bond) il rendimento (Yield/Return on investment) Obiettivi Ask about recurring costs like utilities and condominium fees Discuss payment conditions and deposits Navigating legal residency basics Sofia explains the nuances of living in Italy legally and what visas are required.
Vocabolario il permesso di soggiorno (Residence permit) il visto (Visa) la residenza anagrafica (Legal/Registered residence) la residenza fiscale (Tax residence) i requisiti legali (Legal requirements) Obiettivi Distinguish between property ownership and right of residence in Italy Understand the difference between registry residence and tax residence Handling administrative paperwork Mark learns what bureaucratic steps he must take before he can legally sign any contracts.
Vocabolario il codice fiscale (Italian tax code) la burocrazia (Bureaucracy) la condizione di reciprocità (Condition of reciprocity) l'interprete giurato (Sworn interpreter) il documento (Document) Obiettivi Discuss necessary documentation for buying property Identify the legal requirements of purchasing as a foreigner Closing the real estate deal It is time to meet the notary and finalize the purchase, paying attention to the strict rules.
Vocabolario l'atto notarile (Notarial deed) gli oneri notarili (Notary fees) le imposte (Taxes) i vincoli contrattuali (Contractual constraints/obligations) la firma (Signature) Obiettivi Request to see a contract Ask about the timeline for moving in Discuss the closing taxes and notary fees Starting the home renovation Now that the house is Mark's, he needs to secure permits and find builders to restore the roof.
Vocabolario la ristrutturazione (Renovation) il restauro (Restoration) le pratiche edilizie (Building permits/Administrative procedures) i muratori (Contractors/Builders) il tetto (Roof) la pittura (Paint/Painting) Obiettivi Analyze the renovation obligations of the 1 Euro House project Discuss procedures for building permits Visiting the hardware store Mark heads into town to buy supplies for the initial DIY repairs.
Vocabolario la ferramenta (Hardware store) gli attrezzi (Tools) i materiali (Materials) i chiodi (Nails) le vernici (Paints) il legno (Wood) Obiettivi Buy supplies at the hardware store Explain home renovation concepts to store staff Dealing with local contractors Sofia introduces Mark to the specialists he will need to navigate local codes and specialized labor.
Vocabolario i professionisti (Professionals) gli architetti (Architects) gli avvocati (Lawyers) l'idraulico (Plumber) l'elettricista (Electrician) il preventivo (Quote/Estimate) Obiettivi Identify the correct local professionals to facilitate administrative tasks Talk to contractors and request price estimates Resolving household utility issues The newly installed systems are acting up, and Mark has to report problems with the water and power.
Vocabolario l'elettricità (Electricity) l'acqua (Water) il riscaldamento (Heating) il contatore (Meter) l'interruttore (Switch) il tubo (Pipe) Obiettivi Report common household issues related to electricity, water, or heating Describe specific utility malfunctions Managing maintenance and repairs Mark successfully books an inspection and gets a broken heater fixed, wrapping up the renovation.
Vocabolario la riparazione (Repair) l'ispezione (Inspection) il guasto (Breakdown/Fault) l'assistenza (Assistance) aggiustare (To fix) funzionare (To work/To function) Obiettivi Request assistance or inspections for home repairs Ensure home systems are functioning properly 