We scout properties across Sicily based on your criteria, handle the due diligence, and guide you through every step — from the first call to moving day
The Challenge
Here are the five obstacles every foreign buyer faces — and why most end up giving up or making costly mistakes.
Contracts, notaries, surveyors, land registry — all in Italian. By law, a sworn interpreter is required at the deed signing (€1,500–3,000).
Tax code, bank account, utilities, permits — a maze that takes months if you handle it alone.
Traditional agencies work for both seller and buyer. They earn a percentage of the price — the higher the price, the more they earn.
You need to manage 5–6 different professionals (agency, notary, surveyor, accountant, bank, interpreter) without understanding who does what.
Fear of being cheated, discovering building violations after the deed, signing something you don't understand.
The Solution
IDV is not a real estate agency. We don't have properties to sell. We work exclusively for the buyer, with a fixed fee — no percentage on the sale price. One point of contact who speaks your language and coordinates everything: property search, due diligence, professionals, bureaucracy, renovation, and property management.
Scouting + guided trip with private driver and accommodation included.
Learn MoreThe Real Cost
A realistic comparison of what buying in Sicily actually costs — with or without us.
| Doing it yourself | With IDV |
|---|---|
| Sworn interpreter at deed signing: €1,500–3,000 | ✔ Included |
| Exploratory trips (3–5): €2,000–5,000 | ✔ 1 organised trip with private driver |
| Independent due diligence: €500–2,000 | ✔ Included |
| Bilingual lawyer: €1,500–3,000 | ✔ Included in coordination |
| Coordinating professionals: You (in Italian) | ✔ We handle everything |
| Risk of post-purchase errors: €10,000–30,000 | ✔ Minimised |
Why Trust Us
We bought and renovated our own properties here. We know the process because we've been through it — every form, every professional, every surprise.
We don't earn more if you pay more. Our incentive is to find you the right property, not the most expensive one.
Every document explained. Every step translated. No pressure to decide fast. We work at the pace that makes you comfortable.
Discover the hidden costs, legal pitfalls, and timeline realities — before you start your search.
Download Free GuideBook a free introductory call — no commitment, no sales pressure. Just an honest conversation about what you're looking for.
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