I hope that this doesn't get chucked off as trade advertising, but if anyone is thinking of buying a house in Abruzzo, Le Marche or Lazio, I can thoroughly recommend Architect Lucia Proto of Rome and Avezzano.
Her English is very good, as is her knowledge of the house buying process. Oh and she's a pretty good architect, as well.
[url]www.itarchouse.it[/url]
There are so many things that can go wrong (I know), that a little professional help is worth its weight in gold.
Wishful thinker...
Glad to see that my recommendation has worked out.