A New Life in Italy

What if you could make a few changes to your lifestyle that include eating delicious food, taking long lazy walks in the sunshine, making new friends, starting new hobbies, and finally doing those things you never have time to do?What if you could wake up in the morning and for the price of a Starbucks, you can take off to a sunkissed Mediterranean island and spend the day wandering through thousand-year-old streets and churches filled with art from the masters? What if you could leave your fast-paced, stress-packed lifestyle, get rid of all of the things that are weighing you down, and pack up and move to Italy - not just for a few weeks, but forever? Would you do it?Do you know how?I do, because I've done it, and starting Thursday, March 1st I'm going to show you how.No more falling down a Google rabbit hole filled with misinformation, no more pseudo experts leading you down the garden path, you can plan, prepare, and make the move to Italy and live the life that you know you're meant to live, with my help.My new podcast A New Life in Italy is a weekly show and is for anyone who dreams of living the Italian lifestyle, no matter where you are in the process. Whether you're wondering if Italy is right for you, are actively pursuing your citizenship or visa, or are already here but feeling a little lost, there is something right here for everyone.From early learning and planning to those who have packed up and are heading to the tarmac, you are going to learn something here.I share my own experiences of moving myself and my family to Italy a decade ago, and inspiring stories of those that I have helped make the move and who are now living their best lives.I'm also going to introduce you to some of the fascinating people who make up the fabric of Italian life and culture and who can help bring you closer to what makes your heart beat a little faster.Each week, I'm also going to answer your questions about practical things, like taxes, visas, buying, renting, citizenship, and how to scale the famous Italian bureaucratic wall. But that's not all, because we're also going to talk about being a foreigner in a new country and how that can impact your friends, relationships, and confidence.My Name is Samantha Wilson and I am the chief dream maker of Italy's #1 relocation company Smart Move Italy, and have helped thousands of people pack up and make the move to Italy themselves.I believe that living your best life does not mean subscribing to the whole hustle and bustle culture to find the freedom to live the life you want and that priorities have somehow shifted over the years, and it's time to move them back to what matters. Health, happiness, connection to others, and of course a warm culture, amazing people, and delicious food - that is only found in Italy.So if you dream of living a happier, healthier, and more purposeful life, and feel connected to the Italian culture, lifestyle, and passion, then A New Life in Italy is possible for you. The only question is, are you ready?If so, then get ready for the relaunch of A New Life in Italy Podcast, for Italy-loving dreamers and doers, Launching March 2024. Find me at Sentire Media and wherever you get your podcasts.

You must visit Italy only once, to know there is something special about this country.  From top to bottom, heal to toe, every region has something better than the next.   Most people visit the big three Rome, Florence, and Venice, and completely miss the star of the south - Puglia.    Join me as I take you with me on the first (and definitely not last) visit to the heal of the boot and I dare you, not to immediately book a trip!

If you are considering getting a mortgage in Italy to buy your dream home, you won't want to miss this special episode of 5 in 10.We speak with Armando Bechi, who is a mortgage broker in Italy that specializes in foreign mortgages. He is a wealth of knowledge but we have him for five questions in ten minutes or less.Todays questions are:1: From RominaI live in the US and want to buy a property in Italy. Can I apply for a mortgage? 2. From MarkCan I get a mortgage for a renovation project in Italy? 3. From ArielHow much money can I borrow? 4. From JaniceWhat documents do banks need to qualify for a mortgage? 5. From SamsonI am from India, can I get a mortgage in Italy?Download the free EBook Italian Mortgages for Foreigners at www.smartmoveitaly.com/italianmortgages.If you would like to connect with Armando Bechi visit us at www.smartmoveitaly.com/italianmortgages

This week our 5 in 10 is with Avv. Arturo Grasso an Italian lawyer specializing in Wills and Estate law based in Rome. We ask Arturo your top questons about Wills, Inheritance and Taxes in Italy.Visit us at www.smartmoveitaly.com or contact Avv. Grasso @ www.mylawyerinitaly.com

If you are planning to rent a long term, residential property in Italy you don’t want to miss this episode – because it will change everything. We are going to talk about the newest trend in rental properties in Italy. And although it has been around for years, it is becoming the standard for many owners, especially in the cities. Owners are becoming more and more nervous to rent their properties to foreigners that do not have a work contract and regular “Italian” income. They are worried that you will either not pay (and never leave) or, leave early without notice. This makes renting in a city in Italy is not easy if you are a new arrival without a job. So, what are the owners doing to protect themselves? Find out in this weeks episode of A New Life in Italy.

Today my special guest expert is Certified Italian Commercialista Paolo Rigo who is based in the beautiful city of Verona. Paolo specializes in foreigners tax needs, and has a wealth of knowledge to share about the tax system and how he can help you find the best way forwardOur questions today are:Question #1 is from Sarah I own a house in Canada that I will be renting for income when I move to Italy. Is this income taxed in Italy?Question #2 is from MiguelI heard that the south is tax free. Is this true?Question #3 is from MichelleI work remotely for an American company, but I live in Italy. Do I have to pay tax on that income in Italy?Question #4 is from RobertWhen do we pay taxes in Italy?And finally question # 5 is from – and anonymous submitterWhat can happen if I do not declare all of my assets from my home country?If you would like to contact Paolo you can find his contact information in our show notes at www.smartmoveitaly.com/podcast

Have you met someone who has moved to Italy and wondered how they did it and if there were any problems? In between the dreamy stories and motivating tv shows there are often mistakes that no one likes to talk about. These are the oops – the jackpots that some foreigners get themselves into. Some are small and easily fixed, others take a little more help to clean up. In this episode, I am going to share the top 5 Mistakes people make when moving to Italy and- how you can avoid them.

Do you find yourself questioning whether moving to Italy is a good idea? Do you worry about making a mistake, missing your family or whether it will live up to your expectations? Listen to today’s episode to hear one person’s story about hanging onto your dreams and pushing through the fear.

In this episode of five in ten, Italian Property Lawyer Alessandro Clemente from the Clemente Law Firm in Milan, answer your questions about buying property in Italy.Five in Ten is a monthly mini-series where our experts answer five of your questions in ten minutes or less about all things Italy.Ask your questions at https://smartmoveitaly.comContact Alessandro at http://www.clementelawfirm.com/en/home-2/

This week we have a special treat. I have invited my friend, and 100% Florentine Elena Fulceri from Florence with Flair, to share some of the ways that Italians celebrate the holiday season, and what is happening in Florence this year. We also talk about traditions, festivities and of course….food! If you want to be transported to romantic Florence this holiday season, spend the next 20 minutes with us dreaming about your new life in Italy.Visit us at www.smartmoveitaly.com or Elena at www.florencewith flair.com for more information

If you have ever thought ….I would love to move to Italy but I have no idea where to begin, how to do it, what it will cost or if it is even possible – don’t go anywhere because in this episode, I am going to share the 7 key decisions you need to make before moving to Italy and how they will help shape your plans and keep you on track. Ciao everyone – Samantha here from beautiful Tuscany, and I am so excited because what we are going to talk about in this weeks episode will make your life so much easier and help give you more clarity around what you need to do before moving to Italy – the things you will need to think about, plan, and nail before you sell your stuff, pack your bags, buy your one-way ticket and say CIAO to your life back home. But in order to get you from where you are now – to here, in Italy, you need to make some very important decisions – 7 in fact.So, lets dive in and get your started and on your way.

Well my friends, this is the first episode of A NEW LIFE IN ITALY – THE PODCAST that I created to help you find your new life in Italy - with a little help from our expert friends. Tune in to here all about what's to come.