Here in Italy in mid December we have only just started thinking about Christmas!

In Britain, Halloween decorations in shop windows give way to Christmas advertising on the 1st of November it seems to me, but this would be unthinkable in Italy. After all, the 1st of November is All Saints Day, the 2nd is the Day of the Dead, the 25th of November is St Catherine and the 8th of December – a bank holiday – is the feast of the Immaculate Conception. Only once all that is out of the way do the panettone’s and pine trees get a look in.

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In this months newsletter:

In from the cold: a story with a happy ending! Immigration has become a major issue in Italy. It was in fact a key issue of the last election, as there has been a strong movement among the general public against illegal immigrants.

What is the difference between a bank and a currency specialist? Over the past week I had an interesting conversation with an Italy Buying Guide reader who asked me what the difference is between a bank and a currency specialist like Smart Currency Exchange.

”Impalata" in the Valle D`Itria This lovely and characterful home borders on a vineyard - the only neighbour in sight. It is immersed in its green surroundings but the town of Martina Franca is a mere 5 kms away. Living in the country can thus be easily combined with urban life.

Legal translations in real estate transactions All binding legal documents relating to an Italian real estate transaction must be written in Italian, what ever the nationality of the parties.

Let me help you... Learning the language and advice on Insurance.

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Kind regards till next time,

Gianna Williams
Italy Buying Guide
The Overseas Guides Company
Gianna@OverseasGuidesCompany.com