living abroad is achievable:
Is your next chapeter in Italy?

I bought and renovated a house in Le Marche, Italy. Years of sharing the ups and down on YouTube has led me to meet hundreds of like‑minded people with the same dream — your own version of this sweet Italian lifestyle. This is how I did it, and how my two channels can support you.

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Hi, I am

Richard

You are probably here after seeing my open and honest YouTube channel. The abandoned farmhouse renovation in Le Marche is ongoing...

I am pasted the ‘goemetra over charging’ stage but still waltz into the odd mistake. I find the lifestyle has taken over and the Italian dream renovation is a bit part player on this uncharted amazing adventure.

My website will be as honest as my YouTube channels - a practical guard rail and friend that is looking forward to sharing a glass of wine with you in Italy SOON !

3

YEARS IN ITALY

2

YOUTUBE CHANNELS

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HONEST GUIDE

Why did I set all this up in Le Marche and…

Why are you doing this - Why Italy?

Underneath the beautiful photos and the romance of Italy, there are big decisions to get right. Being sold the dream is different to you finding and building the life you want. I've made mistakes, asked awkward questions, and learned who to trust. There is an easy path to take and I want to pass that on.

My Renovation
My House in Le Marche

The path I can help you walk

01

Sanity Check

What does the Italian dream look like for you?

02

Where to Look

Regions that actually fit your plans and lifestyle.

03

Who to Trust

Property agents, house hunters, geometras, notaries.

04

What to Ask

The big questions to ask at every stage.

05

Pitfalls to Avoid

Easy and quick wins that will save you time, money and stress.

Two of the many ways I help

Options for each stage you are at

EARLY DAYS to YOU FINDING A HOUSE

The Italy Property Insider's Handbook

Prepares you for what is ahead. The questions to ask at every stage — the emotional ones, not just the legal ones.

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YOU ARE ON TRACK BUT IT FEELS BUMPY - LETS TALK

1:1 Video Call with me.

I am in your corner. Lets sanity checking your actual situation — the details to get you tuned in to finding and buying the right house for you.

  • 60 minutes (often longer), on video call

    Lets discuss and ask anything - we can turn over every stone.

  • Not just a one way Q&A - lets check you have all bases covered.

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First stop, watch some of my YouTube content

Popular viewing from my YouTube channels

Three Acres of Marche shows the reality. ITALIA Awaits is for the detail and ideas. Both are honest and raw to speak to people like you and me.

Say hello

Book a 1:1 video call or just send a note. I read every message myself — usually with an espresso in hand.

Let's talk about your Italian move.

threeacresofmarche@gmail.com

Corinaldo, Le Marche, Italy

Comments from people I have met

  • "Richard saved us from a house that would have swallowed our savings. One call and everything clicked into focus."

    Sarah & Mark
    London → Le Marche

  • "Practical, honest, no fluff. The guide is worth ten times what he charges for it."

    David P.
    Toronto → Puglia

  • "I finally stopped chasing pretty listings and started looking at the right things. That alone was worth the call."

    Elena M.
    Stockholm → Piemonte

Sometime a blog is better

Latest topics, honest as ever

Blogs about Italy
From Corinaldo : My Road Trip from Italy to the UK
From Corinaldo : My Road Trip from Italy to the UK

The journey between Le Marche in Italy and my home in England takes in some of the best towns and landscape that Europe has to offer. This is an example or one route I have taken. Road Trip through Europe is as adventurous as it sounds. I highly recommend it.

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bills , costs and TAX ‘25
bills , costs and TAX ‘25

How much does electricity cost in Italy? Here I breakdown the costs and links to the suppliers that I am currently with.

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How to buy a house in Italy
How to buy a house in Italy

How to buy a house in Italy and 5 tips to help you plan your search.

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What is my plan. My real plan.
What is my plan. My real plan.

What is my real plan and why am I doing this? Living in Italy full time is a long term plan of mine. Did i time my property purchase in Italy well or did I leave it too ?

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A little about me.
A little about me.

I read a lovely quote that sums up my feelings. ‘I am more scared of regret that failure’. So lets go for it. What have I got to lose!

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Five tips for engaging and working with Italian property agents.
Five tips for engaging and working with Italian property agents.

If you put yourself in their shoes and appreciate that they probably get hundreds of enquiries about Italian property from people abroad that are not really ready to buy. Plus the fact that they are possibly competing with other agents on the same property and they may not be the primary agent for the specific house that you are enquiring about. With that in mind, they need to know that you are ready and that you are serious.

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Frequently asked

  • Elena from ABITOCase was very helpful and has some fantastic properties in Le Marche showcased on her website.

    https://www.abitocase.com/en/home-english/

    Properties like mine are not always shown online and property agents are not typically property finders that do the hunting for you. There are many people provide a 'finder’ service but check how they get paid first. You want them on your side, not chasing a sales commission.

  • I opened a bank in my local town (you will need a codice fiscale). The bank’s mobile app and website are fantastic and easy to use. All bills are paid from my Italian bank account direct to the utility companies and paid by me via their websites. They email me the bill reminders. Simple.

  • I travel on the standard 90 day very 180 days rule. As it stands, I am not planning on changing my visa status. It is big subject and worthy of a discussion to explain my findings and how these probably also relate to you.

  • The beauty of Italy is that I have found that most people are patient and respect that you are trying. I have struggled to learn, being honest, but am trying a varity of methods. Apps, books, YouTube, Movies, Podcasts, Italian Radio…I plan on vlogging this journey soon.

  • The shape, style, location of my little house is quite unique to this area. There are not many single story houses with land in Le Marche. Trawling the property sites and being really ready to buy will help the agents take you seriously. They get swamped with window shoppers so bear that in mind.

    Or, make me an offer I cannot refuse.

  • Contact me via email or DM on Instagram. I try reply to every message as promptly as I can and am happy to take the odd question. Time is precious - I am sure you understand. My YT videos, newletter, guide and 1:1 calls cover all questions and tips I share about Italy.