When you say "its totally got into your system" I totally understand that feeling...it becomes part of your being...the soul submits to the beauty of the region and totally changes your perspective on what is important to life
It is that transition from being a great holiday destination, which most love, to seeing is as a place to live or spend months there at a time. This sweet life they market well is real.😂
I know what you mean. When I was in Italy 4 months ago, I did not want to leave. With all my heart, I wanted to stay. But here I am wishing I was back there.
I was exceptionally lucky, did about 18 months of research on the Internet...I knew I wanted Tuscany...I wanted land, about 10 hectares...woodland...mountain views (Apuan Alps) secluded but near a large town...outbuildings (large Barn for converting ) and the main house ready to move into and about 1500 ft above sea level... Flew into Pisa about 3 years ago and just drove towards Florence....saw a town called Barga and its historic links to Scotland....so thought why not....drove into the old town,parked in the car park near the castle and popped into the local estate agents and met Roy Santini....very knowledgable guy regards the area...an hour later and we agreed on the property I am now living in between the UK and there.....I,m honest when I say I had no idea that I could fall in love with a property...its life changing
@@ralphalfiehughes Wow that is so lovely, fate led you there, drawn to that place and it was so easy for you to find your dream property! I wish that could happen to me.
Hi @ralphalfiehughes that is so nice. Once you know what you are looking for these places find you! I keep messaging people that ask where to start. The wish list is #1. Thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers!👍
Great vid as always, Richard. How about doing an episode about where you have been living in England? A bit of landscape, a bit about the local towns/villages, your pros and cons on living there vs Italy. It would set some background in terms of where you have come from and what you perceive the benefits are in moving part-time, maybe full-time, to Italy. A bit of context, if you will. Just a thought! 🤔😀 Maybe you could 'interview' your daughters and get their thoughts and impressions and what factors would entice them there, or dissuade them from visiting? 🤷🏻 When you go back next time perhaps you could make an episode where you take us on a trip exploring the wider region such as several beaches/coastline, the hills and then the mountains, some of the villages etc. It might be particularly useful for any folks contemplating a move to Italy and don't know your area. Just keep being you, and doing your thing your way! 👍😁
Thanks for the ideas @davidwilkinson333 . These are useful ideas for me to plan. As more ask about me I suppose it is only fair to share a little more. The mountains make an appearance in the next video. I hope more like that content as there is so much to explore and show in between the house work and ramblilng !😂
All the hard work you have done. I truly love watching your videos your truly a gentleman and I hope and pray your paper work comes back soon and that you can stay were your making your dreams come true!! Your daughters are so precious really enjoyed their laughter. The window is awesome. Thank you for sharing this wonderful journey with us. Until next time stay safe .🇺🇸
To drive around the bend, see the chimney of my house and feel this insane joy: "I'm almost there!" Great! I immediately became a part of everything around me. - Saying goodbye and going back, - awful! It always took me at least 5 days to return to the life I was familiar with before it felt 'normal' again. 🌼
I’m glad that you and Simone have connected. As this is airing my parents are there now. It’s awesome to have such a close connection to this great channel.
I'm new... American living in Spain. I would love to see the finished projects... window, fireplace, office, etc. I lived in London for many years... your English humor brought it all back. Anyway, very enjoyable. Gracias
Thanks Richard for doing the vlogs! We never really looked into Marche area in Italy but since we started following you.. a little light bulb went on in our heads 💡so much that we’re now visiting the area as we speak, to scout out if there’s anything that might have our name written on it 😉 So thanks a million for your insight and for being the inspiration 😊 Keep up the good work of vlogging🎬
Enjoyed your Video Richard. Truly see the Happiness in your Face. Lovely House lots of hard work Labor of Love your Heart is in it. Peace to you and your family!
Thank you for introducing Simone, my brother and I are in the planing stages of reconnoitering your piece of Italy, sounds like he will be a valuable resource. I must say the later portion of this episode was in a way a little emotional. It was sweet.........early retirement............hmmm.
Early retirement - I wish! Daughters....that is all I will say.😂 Best wishes for your search. Many are visiting and messaging me that Le Marche has put the hooks into them also. 👍
Great video. Enjoy the break. We are having January in Genoa, we loved it so much when we passed through last year. So swapping the Kiwi summer for Italian winter! Love the place!
hi…we lived for many years in Italy, and we can confirm, doing building works, that is exactly how it works… it takes ages to have things organized, finallized…. We never got used to it..this being said and we moved back to Belgium 2 years ago, we are missing Italy a lot.. There is so much positive vib living in Italy to a level that we instantly would embrasse the frustration of the ‘ domani we will come to fix things’ and 6 months later we are still waiting• Accepting it and smiling is best way forward. Succes
That is good to hear @eddyvannuten4097 It makes me feel that I am not losing my mind.😂 Sorry to hear you are missing this place. At least you can drive down and visit anytime, which is nice.😊
Hey! Rich, very informative. As they say holiday is one thing, living there is another? But as you are proving livin' da dream'. It's a lot of hard, the journey, the experience. Hopefully the red tape isn't to much of a dampener. Go Richie (awesome service with the help buyin' properties too). Cheers
It’s not just Italy these days. Good luck finding contractors or anyone to work in the US. Nobody shows up to even give you a quote and if you do find someone to hire, they usually mess things up badly.
And in the US they think nothing of skipping out with tens or hundreds of thousands of your $$ with shoddy work or doing no work at all. The "laws" protect the contractors and scammers and even if you get a judgement good luck collecting.
It is such a shame. All that hard work to save up to pay 'experts' and then they rip you off. No wonder so many go for DIY. I'm sure there are many good ones out there. I got lucky this past few weeks with new contacts that have done amazing work for a fair price. I will be going back to them again and again. A new freindship forms nicely from a good first impression.😊
Trash pick up can be complicated. Go to the Comune and get a calendar for trash pick up. Each day it's a different pick up. Monday Paper, carte, Tuesday Organico, Wednesday Plastic, aluminum, Thursday Organico and vetro ( glass) Friday Seco anything that is not covered on other days, Saturday , Organic. Your village may have a different schedule for pick up. There should be an explanation of what you put in bins. There are no dumpsters !
Hi @kdclothes . I have the schedule and even see the trucks flying down the road past my driveway on the correct days. I will try a new tact....not sure what that will be yet but I am sure someting will catch them to stop.😂
Oh me too. My pick up guy is Osvaldo. I walk to the cafe and try to shame him into picking it up. I do it with a sense of humor. Lol @@threeacresofmarche
Hello Richard, I know it’s tough to leave anywhere when you are away from the rat race but I can understand it being more difficult when leaving a place that’s become a second home. That guy was definitely a good contact. I’m sure he can help you find the people you need to do work on the house and land with everyone he knows. Thanks for another good video
Beautiful video of different places close to you Nice man to be so helpful and good info Your property looks great after Dennis came over Yes glad you got your paperwork Glad you got home safely Take care and see you in next video Richard ❤❤❤❤❤
Some people have offered good ideas for some extra content if need be. Anyway - I am back in Italy earlier than planned as the landscaping has started. Panic over, for now.😂
very nive interview also for the channel it is best to do every thing your self as far as possible, and all struggeling would give you more views. cant wait for the next episode....!!
There must be a sadistic bunch out there enjoying watch people struggle through!😂 Joking - I know what you mean. Some jobs are too big to take on with no experience so the odd expert dropping by will help it all flow. 👍
Excellent videos, the bureaucracy is the same here in Portugal. However, we shouldn't complain, we don't want it to be the same as the country we left. Really enjoying your content and I wish you the best of luck with your visa.
Love the video , your content and story telling are getting better and better. I will be flying out to marche in January to scope out some properties I may have to give simone a visit .
Simone seems like such a nice bloke. Totally welcoming to you as a foreigner too which we know is not always the case. He just loves the area and is happy to share it with people.
Love your videos Richard, grounded and humorous, am hoping find a place in Italy next year, but in the North, but human angle same everywhere its who you know and networking.
I think you're right @Grisby-g1q but once you do that check list and home in on the area you love I think there is plenty of good help to be found. I made some mistakes by rushing in with one person without checking around first.
One of the problems often encountered is due to the inheritance laws in Italy. After death, a property has to be inherited by the deceased's children, or half to them and half to the surviving spouse. So, after a couple of generations you have a situation where a single house can be owned by several people, including the grandchildren of the original owner. If they've all paid the inheritance taxes, etc, then things are simpler. But some may not, which makes a property unsellable until the fiscal problem is sorted out. And again, some families have disagreements. Most want to sell, one does not. So the place stays unsold until the reluctant party can be convinced to agree. Which may not happen. Sometimes, in the signing of the Rogito (final act of sale) there can be dozens present. There's a useless peice of land behind my house which I would like to buy, but the 16 owners haven't paid there inheritance tax, and don't intend to as the land is no use to them, so it remains abandoned. I use it anyway, just to keep it tidy.
It does seem a restrictive rule and such a shame when there are so many amazing properties that could be restored. Thanks for sharing @StephenSmith-ge1qf
Another fab video Richard thank you. I completely get the blanket thing - last time we woke up back home after an Italy trip we were all wrapped up having gone from 40 to 19!
I so know how that feels: you try and get a preventivo, and somehow they seem to know when you leave and contact you the day before…also, you fix a date for them to start some work and then they just do not show up…terrible. When my husband and I bought the house we promised ourselves not to get all worked up about stuff like this, bit to be honest…it doesn’t always work out that way. Let’s just say: it is part of the charm. 😊
Richard, I just watched Pasta grammar Harper & Ava’s lasted episode which Harper spoke of the hurdles they’ve faced with the renovation of their home/ restaurant in Dasa, all of Ava’s family are Dasa native with lots of connections and even they have had problems with trades falling through and paperwork lacking, so I’d say yeah, it’s a typical problem unfortunately.
Hi Richard, we are following and enjoying your videos and can relate to all of your highs and lows, having watched #25 regarding rubbish, in our area there are no collections from your house, you pay to have your rubbish taken from recycling bins around your area, close to your house and what you pay depends on the proximity to the bins from your house…..might be worth checking it out, keep up the good work.
Thanks @jonbertozzi3807 . I will double check but don't see the big bins and do see the neighbours pop their small bins outside. The truck just flies past my lane!😂 Its no bother really.
There is a product called RIPCORD that is mixed with water and you can spray it onto walls, floors, doors, window frames etc - and it kills insects on contact, like spiders, wood lice, flies, millipedes. We spray perhaps every 3-6 months, and it works well. Great video - always look forward to seeing you make progress with your hime
Great video as always. It helps to know the local people who can introduce you to others for friendship and to get projects such as yours done. I think Italy is alot like many other. places , where networking and personal relationships count far more in getting solid , reliable contractors. Hope to see progress on your landscaping / terracing plan in future videos. Definitely interested in seeing what types of properties are available near your spot/ Coronaldo . I was in/ near Force (Ascoli Picena) in Sept and saw many properties for sale while down there.
Thanks @SAGUY1971 . As the interest builds I need to find a good way to show people what is on and where to find it all. So many of these properties are word of mouth.
Hi Richard, I've lived in Tuscany for many years but the rubbish here doesn't get collected house by house, you put your rubbish in the big bins that are on the side of the road. For the big stuff your comune will give you a number to call they will take your stuff away free of charge. Love watching your videos.
Thanks @tinychihuahua-wh9uq . I see the big bins in the village but out in the counrty lanes I don't think they have them around my way. Its no problem really. It is starting to makes me realise how much waste there is and to try and buy things differently.
Ricardo! When will you bite the bullet and buy some wellies? Sneakers (runners/plimsolls?) in the mud?! When travelling most people visit landmarks, museums, etc. I go to the hardware stores. I get excited about the utilitarian goods 😊 On a trip to France I came back with chic rain shoes that I found in an agri-supply shop 🚜
Hi @real.sosylvie . I am not the Imelda Marcos of work shoes but I do have quite a few and often go through 3 or 4 pairs in one day. The cleaning and drying takes a day or two so they rotate. Tight lace up boots are the only thing that lasts more than 10 steps. Wellies - they suck into that wet field like it vacuum. 😂
That guy you were speaking with who has the camping business was really nice. A lovely place to say as you said to tour the area, will you be posting his details on your video's. Looking forward to your next visit 😊
Hi @lesleywood76 . Links to Simone's website and social are on the details page of the video or you can find him by googling Terre del Piano in Corinaldo. 👍
There could be a better option for me on a long stay visa. I am getting advice (after this video went out) and asking if they are ok for me to film it all. It could be interesting to share.
Richard i finally got 3 estimates from constructors here in Sicily after 8 months!! Was hoping to have work done by now but looks like late spring of 2025!! It can get so frustrating but they say e vabbè!! Pazienza!! 😡
I think the trick is to try small jobs with a few and see who is good, who you like, and who does not overchange to then stick with them. I am still looking for these people btw😂
Good morning my man aka Noel G , I know your pain I only come for a visit every few years , my wife and I have built are own homes in the past and it’s enough stuff to deal with here in Canada . Why iam text is your outfit the grey shirt off white shorts and those runners wow nice , if you have have chance let me know good luck my freind in the end it does get done
Thanks @JB-mh7gn I don't think anyone has ever commented so positively about my clothing. 😂 Superga shoes with a similar colour linen shirt. It may be my one and only colour coordinated outfit.👌
Enjoyed that Richard. lol yes in Italy its about who you know. I,m selling up here and will be returning to Italy and looking for a nice restored farm house , will email you when i,m sold here! perhaps you might hear of something, obviously i do know Elena.
Hi @caymanblack9567 . I hope the sale goes well. Nearer the time message me and we can see who knows what at that time. The budget is key for this area. There does not seem to be anything under 100k around here anymore. Elena has some fantastic properties so keep an eye on her website. Best wishes.
Hi @pollatso . I found a good bunch to help. They did a great job - I will show it in the next video. Drainage is a work in progress but the base is done and ready for winter.
While you were talking to Simone, my ADHD said go look up the word Terre del Piano and up came the accommodation in Corinaldo. Big red letters said unable to take bookings right now. It’s definitely a beautiful place. Question, will you be able to eventually stay (paperwork approved of course) and work from there. ❤
Richard, what is stopping you staying longer in Italy? Take an early retirement, I’m not sure what you do for a living …… you enjoy yourself so much when you are at your property, is it possible to be there full time ????
Hi @Lalais56 . I have many years to go before I an afford to retire. My daughters and work are why I need to go back. I took this on for the long term plan of having an option to move or be away more when my daughters are older. I work in IT - software.
Did we miss something Richard, what happened to the completed window or is that on hold while you have the landscaping completed? Be patient, the area is obversely made for painting, writing and reading, cycling and dinning at the coast.
The window was put in just before I had to leave to get back to England. I made it water tight etc but need to decide on how to finish the edges and sills so that they all match as I work down the house. I will show the progress as I start to work inside that room through the winter.
Hire a 8 ton digger, and a 10 ton dumper, you'll have it dug out in a week, i presume you'll be going out about 15 yards from the property then spread the soil over the field or in a slack spot, build a retaining wall.. job done!!
Hi @kevinharker1840 . All will be revealed in the next video (#26) I hired a team to do it and looking at the results there is no way I could have done that on my own with no previous experience. The changes they made are amazing. Let me know what you think when you see it.👍
Great video as always. How does your tip work? I have a big problem trying to get rid of extra rubbish as our region (Molise) only allows access to the tip if you have a TASI card. These include access to health and are only available if you are a resident. So I can't currently take anything to the tip.
Hi @richardlong526 . The first visit I took along my details and proof of paying the local taxes etc. They remember me from that one visit and always wave me in. They sometimes come over and help me unload the car. Amazing really! This is a small area so it maybe different if I was going to a larger tip in a big town.
@ many thanks I will give that a try. My village only has a population of 600 and the refuge tip is automated so you can’t given gain access without the card. Our nearest city is pretty big though so I will try that. Good luck with the digital nomad visa and I see it has no minimum days you have to stay in Italy so you have total flexibility.
Hi Richard, I went to Simone’s website looking to support his venture and maybe buy some merch, nothing on the site about it. Does he have stuff available?
Hi @cyoungso . The weather is lovely in the way that it flows through the seasons nicely. It is only humid after a summer rain shower. With its varaied landscape and location, Italy has every climate you could ask for. I am not in a low tax scheme area.👍
I really do, yes. It is one thing learning to have a chat and another to orgainse delivery of building materials over the phone. Some neighbours stop by and I don't understand a word they are saying because of the slang and accents. It takes time...like all good things in Italy. 😁
Hi @annejacks6458 . A mix of many things. I am putting together a video showing what I have tried and how they went. Long story short - it is hard work and takes a lot of commitment. (maybe that is my age, 50!😂)
Hi Richard, I went to Simone’s website looking to support his venture and maybe buy some merch, nothing on the site about it. Does he have stuff available?
the blanket on the legs is hilarious 😂😂😂 i actually love these driving clips!
Thanks @chekek . I find it easy to have a good ramble when driving.😂
When you say "its totally got into your system" I totally understand that feeling...it becomes part of your being...the soul submits to the beauty of the region and totally changes your perspective on what is important to life
It is that transition from being a great holiday destination, which most love, to seeing is as a place to live or spend months there at a time. This sweet life they market well is real.😂
I know what you mean. When I was in Italy 4 months ago, I did not want to leave. With all my heart, I wanted to stay. But here I am wishing I was back there.
HI @EricOnTH-cam Having the next trip booked before the current trip ends seems to help with the emotions.😁
I was exceptionally lucky, did about 18 months of research on the Internet...I knew I wanted Tuscany...I wanted land, about 10 hectares...woodland...mountain views (Apuan Alps) secluded but near a large town...outbuildings (large Barn for converting ) and the main house ready to move into and about 1500 ft above sea level...
Flew into Pisa about 3 years ago and just drove towards Florence....saw a town called Barga and its historic links to Scotland....so thought why not....drove into the old town,parked in the car park near the castle and popped into the local estate agents and met Roy Santini....very knowledgable guy regards the area...an hour later and we agreed on the property I am now living in between the UK and there.....I,m honest when I say I had no idea that I could fall in love with a property...its life changing
The universe opened the door for you. Serendipity 😊
@@ralphalfiehughes Wow that is so lovely, fate led you there, drawn to that place and it was so easy for you to find your dream property! I wish that could happen to me.
@@kookietherapy9398 I was commenting on the fact he just drove into the town on a whim and a house was viewed with first agent and a sale agreed.
Hi @ralphalfiehughes that is so nice. Once you know what you are looking for these places find you! I keep messaging people that ask where to start. The wish list is #1.
Thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers!👍
Great vid as always, Richard.
How about doing an episode about where you have been living in England? A bit of landscape, a bit about the local towns/villages, your pros and cons on living there vs Italy. It would set some background in terms of where you have come from and what you perceive the benefits are in moving part-time, maybe full-time, to Italy.
A bit of context, if you will.
Just a thought! 🤔😀
Maybe you could 'interview' your daughters and get their thoughts and impressions and what factors would entice them there, or dissuade them from visiting? 🤷🏻
When you go back next time perhaps you could make an episode where you take us on a trip exploring the wider region such as several beaches/coastline, the hills and then the mountains, some of the villages etc.
It might be particularly useful for any folks contemplating a move to Italy and don't know your area.
Just keep being you, and doing your thing your way! 👍😁
Thanks for the ideas @davidwilkinson333 . These are useful ideas for me to plan. As more ask about me I suppose it is only fair to share a little more.
The mountains make an appearance in the next video. I hope more like that content as there is so much to explore and show in between the house work and ramblilng !😂
All the hard work you have done. I truly love watching your videos your truly a gentleman and I hope and pray your paper work comes back soon and that you can stay were your making your dreams come true!! Your daughters are so precious really enjoyed their laughter. The window is awesome. Thank you for sharing this wonderful journey with us. Until next time stay safe .🇺🇸
Thank you @cindyblair1283
To drive around the bend, see the chimney of my house and feel this insane joy: "I'm almost there!" Great! I immediately became a part of everything around me. - Saying goodbye and going back, - awful! It always took me at least 5 days to return to the life I was familiar with before it felt 'normal' again. 🌼
I know what you mean @gabrielar.6936 . I suppose we are lucky to have these escape options though.😊
I fully understand that you dont want to leave, just looking at the rain on your car window gives you the chills!😊
I’m glad that you and Simone have connected. As this is airing my parents are there now. It’s awesome to have such a close connection to this great channel.
I hope they have a good time.👍
I really like that area. It has everything and you’re doing amazing stuff with the house. Hard work pays off. I love Italy besides the paperwork.
Love the videos don’t stop. Keep living the dream, gives me itchy feet. Thank you
Glad you've found someone who can be helpful navigating things over there. I really do hope it all comes together for you.
It is all coming along nicely, thank you @Reet64 .
I'm new... American living in Spain. I would love to see the finished projects... window, fireplace, office, etc. I lived in London for many years... your English humor brought it all back. Anyway, very enjoyable. Gracias
It really is the way it's done across Italy. Last minute, always late, rarely at price and with unexpected surprises. We all go through it!
Its kinda nice to know that it is not just me and that it is just the way it is here, for everyone.😁
Thanks Richard for doing the vlogs! We never really looked into Marche area in Italy but since we started following you.. a little light bulb went on in our heads 💡so much that we’re now visiting the area as we speak, to scout out if there’s anything that might have our name written on it 😉
So thanks a million for your insight and for being the inspiration 😊
Keep up the good work of vlogging🎬
Enjoyed your Video Richard.
Truly see the Happiness in your Face.
Lovely House lots of hard work
Labor of Love your Heart is in it.
Peace to you and your family!
Thank you @lisamalone5219
Richard, this is your life 👍😀! What a wonderful journey you are on. We are waiting for your next Vlog. Have a great time! Warm greetings from Sweden🇸🇪
Thanks @AhaAha-n4g
@@threeacresofmarche 👍🇸🇪
Hope you can get back out there before too long Great you are making great connections
Thank you for introducing Simone, my brother and I are in the planing stages of reconnoitering your piece of Italy, sounds like he will be a valuable resource. I must say the later portion of this episode was in a way a little emotional. It was sweet.........early retirement............hmmm.
Early retirement - I wish! Daughters....that is all I will say.😂
Best wishes for your search. Many are visiting and messaging me that Le Marche has put the hooks into them also. 👍
@@threeacresofmarche The local government may want to put you on a retainer. :-)
Great video. Enjoy the break. We are having January in Genoa, we loved it so much when we passed through last year. So swapping the Kiwi summer for Italian winter! Love the place!
It is a great place. That coastline is amazing. Safe trip over.
hi…we lived for many years in Italy, and we can confirm, doing building works, that is exactly how it works… it takes ages to have things organized, finallized…. We never got used to it..this being said and we moved back to Belgium 2 years ago, we are missing Italy a lot.. There is so much positive vib living in Italy to a level that we instantly would embrasse the frustration of the ‘ domani we will come to fix things’ and 6 months later we are still waiting• Accepting it and smiling is best way forward. Succes
That is good to hear @eddyvannuten4097 It makes me feel that I am not losing my mind.😂
Sorry to hear you are missing this place. At least you can drive down and visit anytime, which is nice.😊
Hey! Rich, very informative. As they say holiday is one thing, living there is another? But as you are proving livin' da dream'. It's a lot of hard, the journey, the experience. Hopefully the red tape isn't to much of a dampener. Go Richie (awesome service with the help buyin' properties too). Cheers
Thanks @eziotaddeo1726 . A few people are here at the moment looking around for houses. Its great!
It’s not just Italy these days. Good luck finding contractors or anyone to work in the US. Nobody shows up to even give you a quote and if you do find someone to hire, they usually mess things up badly.
And in the US they think nothing of skipping out with tens or hundreds of thousands of your $$ with shoddy work or doing no work at all. The "laws" protect the contractors and scammers and even if you get a judgement good luck collecting.
It is such a shame. All that hard work to save up to pay 'experts' and then they rip you off. No wonder so many go for DIY.
I'm sure there are many good ones out there. I got lucky this past few weeks with new contacts that have done amazing work for a fair price. I will be going back to them again and again. A new freindship forms nicely from a good first impression.😊
Trash pick up can be complicated. Go to the Comune and get a calendar for trash pick up. Each day it's a different pick up. Monday Paper, carte, Tuesday Organico, Wednesday Plastic, aluminum, Thursday Organico and vetro ( glass) Friday Seco anything that is not covered on other days, Saturday , Organic. Your village may have a different schedule for pick up. There should be an explanation of what you put in bins. There are no dumpsters !
Hi @kdclothes . I have the schedule and even see the trucks flying down the road past my driveway on the correct days. I will try a new tact....not sure what that will be yet but I am sure someting will catch them to stop.😂
Oh me too. My pick up guy is Osvaldo. I walk to the cafe and try to shame him into picking it up. I do it with a sense of humor. Lol @@threeacresofmarche
Hello Richard, I know it’s tough to leave anywhere when you are away from the rat race but I can understand it being more difficult when leaving a place that’s become a second home. That guy was definitely a good contact. I’m sure he can help you find the people you need to do work on the house and land with everyone he knows. Thanks for another good video
Thanks @dono9879 . Some contacts have already stepped up. Some big progress has been made in the past few weeks.
Beautiful video of different places close to you
Nice man to be so helpful and good info
Your property looks great after Dennis came over
Yes glad you got your paperwork
Glad you got home safely
Take care and see you in next video Richard ❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you @marilynmeade2286
Oh no you can’t run out of footage for us lol, we’re hooked now. Beautiful slice of paradise you have there
Some people have offered good ideas for some extra content if need be. Anyway - I am back in Italy earlier than planned as the landscaping has started. Panic over, for now.😂
Great video, really enjoyed lots of info! Terre del Piano looks like a great base for a summer stay and to connect with a local, invaluable!
It is a perfect area to explore from - Simone is not over selling that part!😎
I hope that the quote - and the work - are both satisfactory Rich.
It all comes good. The next video will show the biggest change so far! 👍
very nive interview
also for the channel it is best to do every thing your self as far as possible, and all struggeling would give you more views.
cant wait for the next episode....!!
There must be a sadistic bunch out there enjoying watch people struggle through!😂 Joking - I know what you mean. Some jobs are too big to take on with no experience so the odd expert dropping by will help it all flow. 👍
Excellent videos, the bureaucracy is the same here in Portugal.
However, we shouldn't complain, we don't want it to be the same as the country we left.
Really enjoying your content and I wish you the best of luck with your visa.
A very good point @atom7007 . Cheers to that!🍷
Love the video , your content and story telling are getting better and better. I will be flying out to marche in January to scope out some properties I may have to give simone a visit .
Thanks @frankc9086 . Message him - he always replies very quickly. Safe trip, and good luck with the search.
Simone seems like such a nice bloke. Totally welcoming to you as a foreigner too which we know is not always the case. He just loves the area and is happy to share it with people.
He has been a great help. It is nice that he is so pationate about the region.
Love your videos Richard, grounded and humorous, am hoping find a place in Italy next year, but in the North, but human angle same everywhere its who you know and networking.
I think you're right @Grisby-g1q but once you do that check list and home in on the area you love I think there is plenty of good help to be found. I made some mistakes by rushing in with one person without checking around first.
Your videos are the best! Looking forward to seeing your adventure continue!😊
Cheers @clemerz361
It's great you met up with the man with the motel
He new everything about the tiwn and he enlightened you about many things👍
He is a good guy and a great contact.
I’ll be waiting no matter when the next instalment is.
One of the problems often encountered is due to the inheritance laws in Italy. After death, a property has to be inherited by the deceased's children, or half to them and half to the surviving spouse. So, after a couple of generations you have a situation where a single house can be owned by several people, including the grandchildren of the original owner. If they've all paid the inheritance taxes, etc, then things are simpler. But some may not, which makes a property unsellable until the fiscal problem is sorted out. And again, some families have disagreements. Most want to sell, one does not. So the place stays unsold until the reluctant party can be convinced to agree. Which may not happen. Sometimes, in the signing of the Rogito (final act of sale) there can be dozens present. There's a useless peice of land behind my house which I would like to buy, but the 16 owners haven't paid there inheritance tax, and don't intend to as the land is no use to them, so it remains abandoned. I use it anyway, just to keep it tidy.
It does seem a restrictive rule and such a shame when there are so many amazing properties that could be restored. Thanks for sharing @StephenSmith-ge1qf
Another fab video Richard thank you. I completely get the blanket thing - last time we woke up back home after an Italy trip we were all wrapped up having gone from 40 to 19!
😂 that is a swing in temperature. Did the flu arrive soon after?😬
What a guy and what a great place to stay, thank you for sharing that information, I'm definitely going to look into it before I come over.👍
Hi @neutonrenda2303 message Simone when you are ready - he always replies very quickly.👍
I so know how that feels: you try and get a preventivo, and somehow they seem to know when you leave and contact you the day before…also, you fix a date for them to start some work and then they just do not show up…terrible. When my husband and I bought the house we promised ourselves not to get all worked up about stuff like this, bit to be honest…it doesn’t always work out that way. Let’s just say: it is part of the charm. 😊
Richard, I just watched Pasta grammar Harper & Ava’s lasted episode which Harper spoke of the hurdles they’ve faced with the renovation of their home/ restaurant in Dasa, all of Ava’s family are Dasa native with lots of connections and even they have had problems with trades falling through and paperwork lacking, so I’d say yeah, it’s a typical problem unfortunately.
Thats amazing! A few Italians have messaged me confirming that it is the same for them.😁
I can't say it often enough. Love your videos (and the nonno blanket)!
Thanks @sueczerniak1266
Hi Richard, we are following and enjoying your videos and can relate to all of your highs and lows, having watched #25 regarding rubbish, in our area there are no collections from your house, you pay to have your rubbish taken from recycling bins around your area, close to your house and what you pay depends on the proximity to the bins from your house…..might be worth checking it out, keep up the good work.
Thanks @jonbertozzi3807 . I will double check but don't see the big bins and do see the neighbours pop their small bins outside. The truck just flies past my lane!😂 Its no bother really.
There is a product called RIPCORD that is mixed with water and you can spray it onto walls, floors, doors, window frames etc - and it kills insects on contact, like spiders, wood lice, flies, millipedes. We spray perhaps every 3-6 months, and it works well. Great video - always look forward to seeing you make progress with your hime
Thanks. I will look into this - I need something to help. As I knock more parts and disrupt things, there is quite a lot of activity in some parts!😂
Great video as always. It helps to know the local people who can introduce you to others for friendship and to get projects such as yours done. I think Italy is alot like many other. places , where networking and personal relationships count far more in getting solid , reliable contractors. Hope to see progress on your landscaping / terracing plan in future videos. Definitely interested in seeing what types of properties are available near your spot/ Coronaldo . I was in/ near Force (Ascoli Picena) in Sept and saw many properties for sale while down there.
Thanks @SAGUY1971 . As the interest builds I need to find a good way to show people what is on and where to find it all. So many of these properties are word of mouth.
I would love to purchase the house next to you. It's absolutely gorgeous where you live. Thank you for the info.
It is a shame but it seems that the family decided that now is not the time to sell.
Hi Richard, I've lived in Tuscany for many years but the rubbish here doesn't get collected house by house, you put your rubbish in the big bins that are on the side of the road. For the big stuff your comune will give you a number to call they will take your stuff away free of charge.
Love watching your videos.
Thanks @tinychihuahua-wh9uq . I see the big bins in the village but out in the counrty lanes I don't think they have them around my way. Its no problem really. It is starting to makes me realise how much waste there is and to try and buy things differently.
Ricardo! When will you bite the bullet and buy some wellies? Sneakers (runners/plimsolls?) in the mud?! When travelling most people visit landmarks, museums, etc. I go to the hardware stores. I get excited about the utilitarian goods 😊 On a trip to France I came back with chic rain shoes that I found in an agri-supply shop 🚜
Hi @real.sosylvie . I am not the Imelda Marcos of work shoes but I do have quite a few and often go through 3 or 4 pairs in one day. The cleaning and drying takes a day or two so they rotate. Tight lace up boots are the only thing that lasts more than 10 steps.
Wellies - they suck into that wet field like it vacuum. 😂
@@threeacresofmarche Oh, I see. Wellies suck.
That guy you were speaking with who has the camping business was really nice. A lovely place to say as you said to tour the area, will you be posting his details on your video's. Looking forward to your next visit 😊
Hi @lesleywood76 . Links to Simone's website and social are on the details page of the video or you can find him by googling Terre del Piano in Corinaldo. 👍
I just spent 3 weeks in Tuscany and have no idea why I left. 🤔😀
😁 I love your YT name @BrianthatiscalledBrian
@@threeacresofmarche Thanks. A few others got the reference too. ;)
Smart Move Italy is a great resource to help with your DNV application - very high success rate!
There could be a better option for me on a long stay visa. I am getting advice (after this video went out) and asking if they are ok for me to film it all. It could be interesting to share.
Wonderful!!
It’s my dream to have a small bolthole in Italy.
Some day, you will only have to drive back to the UK when you want to. Be safe.
The plan is to flip it so that I am here more than there. Thank you @darbylongoria8737
In regards to the your time in the UK, you could do a Q&A video.
Good idea. Thank you @FoyLo
Glad you’re making more friends… I think officialdom is the same everywhere but some countries make it an art form lol 😊
It is a bad, drawn out, ballet dance here.😂 The good outweighs the bad though so I can't really complain.
Come back soon Rick! Also you can do a vlog even from Manchester, talking ideas for the house if you're running out of footage!
I am back @MrPooties . Too much going on to stay away.😁
@@threeacresofmarche 😍
Richard i finally got 3 estimates from constructors here in Sicily after 8 months!! Was hoping to have work done by now but looks like late spring of 2025!! It can get so frustrating but they say e vabbè!! Pazienza!! 😡
I think the trick is to try small jobs with a few and see who is good, who you like, and who does not overchange to then stick with them. I am still looking for these people btw😂
I have nothing to say really, but I appreciate your content, and wish to help with the yt-algorithms.
cheers!
Good morning my man aka Noel G , I know your pain I only come for a visit every few years , my wife and I have built are own homes in the past and it’s enough stuff to deal with here in Canada . Why iam text is your outfit the grey shirt off white shorts and those runners wow nice , if you have have chance let me know good luck my freind in the end it does get done
Thanks @JB-mh7gn I don't think anyone has ever commented so positively about my clothing. 😂 Superga shoes with a similar colour linen shirt. It may be my one and only colour coordinated outfit.👌
Enjoyed that Richard. lol yes in Italy its about who you know. I,m selling up here and will be returning to Italy and looking for a nice restored farm house , will email you when i,m sold here! perhaps you might hear of something, obviously i do know Elena.
Hi @caymanblack9567 . I hope the sale goes well. Nearer the time message me and we can see who knows what at that time. The budget is key for this area. There does not seem to be anything under 100k around here anymore. Elena has some fantastic properties so keep an eye on her website. Best wishes.
Please don’t forget the drainage & water storage on each level good luck 🤞
Hi @pollatso . I found a good bunch to help. They did a great job - I will show it in the next video. Drainage is a work in progress but the base is done and ready for winter.
Film where ever you are❤
The ASMR fans may like the rain in Manchester.😂
@@threeacresofmarche Film a fish & chips shop. I'd watch it😄 People don't really follow your renovation. They follow you😘
While you were talking to Simone, my ADHD said go look up the word Terre del Piano and up came the accommodation in Corinaldo.
Big red letters said unable to take bookings right now. It’s definitely a beautiful place. Question, will you be able to eventually stay (paperwork approved of course) and work from there. ❤
Terre del Piano means flat land.
Richard, what is stopping you staying longer in Italy? Take an early retirement, I’m not sure what you do for a living …… you enjoy yourself so much when you are at your property, is it possible to be there full time ????
Hi @Lalais56 . I have many years to go before I an afford to retire. My daughters and work are why I need to go back. I took this on for the long term plan of having an option to move or be away more when my daughters are older.
I work in IT - software.
Did we miss something Richard, what happened to the completed window or is that on hold while you have the landscaping completed? Be patient, the area is obversely made for painting, writing and reading, cycling and dinning at the coast.
The window was put in just before I had to leave to get back to England. I made it water tight etc but need to decide on how to finish the edges and sills so that they all match as I work down the house. I will show the progress as I start to work inside that room through the winter.
Hire a 8 ton digger, and a 10 ton dumper, you'll have it dug out in a week, i presume you'll be going out about 15 yards from the property then spread the soil over the field or in a slack spot, build a retaining wall.. job done!!
Hi @kevinharker1840 . All will be revealed in the next video (#26) I hired a team to do it and looking at the results there is no way I could have done that on my own with no previous experience. The changes they made are amazing. Let me know what you think when you see it.👍
Great video as always. How does your tip work? I have a big problem trying to get rid of extra rubbish as our region (Molise) only allows access to the tip if you have a TASI card. These include access to health and are only available if you are a resident. So I can't currently take anything to the tip.
Hi @richardlong526 . The first visit I took along my details and proof of paying the local taxes etc. They remember me from that one visit and always wave me in. They sometimes come over and help me unload the car. Amazing really! This is a small area so it maybe different if I was going to a larger tip in a big town.
@ many thanks I will give that a try. My village only has a population of 600 and the refuge tip is automated so you can’t given gain access without the card. Our nearest city is pretty big though so I will try that. Good luck with the digital nomad visa and I see it has no minimum days you have to stay in Italy so you have total flexibility.
Hi Richard, I went to Simone’s website looking to support his venture and maybe buy some merch, nothing on the site about it. Does he have stuff available?
Hi @BerniePoodiack-z3z . I don't think he sells it online but offers it to guests. Message him and see what he can do. He gave me tshirts and a cap. 👍
Always the way, everything happens last minute
I now tell everyone I am leaving in 2 days, regardless. 😂
Because Italy.
How is the area weather? Seems very humid? Also is the region part of the low tax scheme?
He's in the region of Marche. Look it up.
Hi @cyoungso . The weather is lovely in the way that it flows through the seasons nicely. It is only humid after a summer rain shower. With its varaied landscape and location, Italy has every climate you could ask for.
I am not in a low tax scheme area.👍
Withdrawal symptoms sorted.
You really need to put some effort into learning Italian and connecting with your neighbours. Everything will be much smoother for you.
I really do, yes. It is one thing learning to have a chat and another to orgainse delivery of building materials over the phone. Some neighbours stop by and I don't understand a word they are saying because of the slang and accents. It takes time...like all good things in Italy. 😁
How are you learning italian? :)
Best app or website? Cheers from Usa
Really enjoy your content:))
Hi @annejacks6458 . A mix of many things. I am putting together a video showing what I have tried and how they went. Long story short - it is hard work and takes a lot of commitment. (maybe that is my age, 50!😂)
@@threeacresofmarche ok you re younger than me lololol
Ciao Richard, speriamo in tuo video presto. Un abbraccio allle tue bellissime ragazze❤
Thank you.😊
Hi Richard, I went to Simone’s website looking to support his venture and maybe buy some merch, nothing on the site about it. Does he have stuff available?