Ciao tutti. We have a home in Umbria, and I would like to know if you need solar energy to operate your pool? We do not have a heated pool and are not interested in installing solar panels due to the cost. Currently we have 4 solar panels and 6
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We have recently purchased a small apartment in the historic section of Firenze. We are nearing completion of the project however, the price of the construction has 'doubled' from the original preventivo. Is this right or normal? Thanks Lisa
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We are considering renting our home in Italy. Can anyone explain S.C.I.A.?? What does it mean? Is it necessary? Is there a cost involved?Grazie,
Wed, 04/05/2017 - 02:49
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I so appreciate everyone's comments and suggestions. At this point, the work is nearly finished. As I analyze the expenses it is becoming clear that the price of the renovation is not elevated. It has come in fairly on budget; however it is costing me twice as much. I will need to analyze the other payments that have not been paid to other entities connected with the reno. There seem to be hidden costs that we were not made aware of. Plus, as I speak only English and just enough Italian to get into trouble, it was difficult because the contract was in Italian. When I asked to have them translate it into English I was told it would cost 500 euro. Something is wrong...
I believe we signed the original estimate in July 2022 plus we paid an increase shortly after this due to some changes on our part and increase in cost of products, etc.
However, the apartment is only 65 sq. meters and had we been aware that the finished price would double we could have made another decision. Now we are faced with a buildout (it should be finished 8 May) that is untenable and we are not prepared to pay.
Plus at no time did anyone advise us or ask for approval on which were clearly price increases.
This does not seem ethical.... Any advise is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your explanatin. But when I contracted and accepted the preventivo none of this was mentioned. Had I known that prices would increase to double I might have decided not to renovate at that time. It doesn't seem transparent that during the entire reconstruction time this was not mentioned. Now I am faced with a reno that is more than the apartment worth and no one bothered to mention the increased costs. Frankly, I do not have the money to pay the end charges - plus the apartment needs to be furnished. Do I have any recourse???
Thanks for your response, however we have already secured a couple to take care of them home.
Good luck in your quest to relocate. Best, Lisa
He will ask around - but not sure what will come of it. Grazie
Thanks for the response. It seems to be quite a lot of work, but as you say it is nice to have the property occupied - although it would only be for July and August. It is not so much the tax that puts me off but having to register each guest with the police, etc. Sounds a bit impractical.
Thanks for the response. It seems to be quite a lot of work, but as you say it is nice to have the property occupied - although it would only be for July and August. It is not so much the tax that puts me off but having to register each guest with the police, etc. Sounds a bit impractical.
Buon giorno. I saw your query on the site. We are a retired couple who owns a home in Ficulle. Fabro is our "go to" spot. Looks like you are doing a good job sourcing items for your apartment. We have also used Maison du Monde.How is your Italian???? Do you have any thoughts/leads on Italian tutors locally (Fabro/Ficulle). We are always trying to migliorare our Italian but it is slow going. We are turning mid March and will remain through part of April. Feel free to get in touch. Best, Lisa
Yes, I am simply looking to improve my command of Italian. I am not looking for a 'degree' or to work in Italy. So if there is a teacher, casalinga, etc. near Fabro/Ficulle who could assist me in achieving this aim I would be pleased to know. Grazie per la vostra risposta.
Buona sera Franco. We have purchased a home in Ficulle so have no plans of moving. All areas of Italy are of interest to us, but we are very happy and content in Umbria.My best, Lisa