Why Choose Urbino Casa

Discover in detail the services that simplify your real estate journey. From the initial valuation to the final handshake, here's how we concretely support you at every stage.

Buy with Urbino Casa

A serene and guided purchasing experience.

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Sell in Less Time

From intermediation to a precise valuation of your property.

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Rent without worries

The right solution for young people, couples and families in the city of Urbino.

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Buy with Urbino Casa

A serene and guided purchasing experience.

It is a private written agreement in which the buyer commits to purchasing the property for a specific price, often accompanied by a deposit. The agent presents it to the seller, who has a set time (usually 5 days) to accept by countersigning. If accepted, it becomes a preliminary sales contract, and the process moves to the final deed. If rejected, the deposit is fully returned at no cost. This tool is useful for making offers below the asking price, as it locks in the price and gives the seller time to consider, often leading to an agreement.

With a mortgage: approximately 2 months (standard bank processing times). Without a mortgage: 15 days if all documents are in order and the notary is efficient, with no unexpected issues during checks.

Within 20 days of signing (or 30 days if drafted by the notary). The taxes paid at this stage are deducted from the final taxes on the deed of sale.

There is no legally fixed amount, but standard practice is 10% of the purchase price. It can be as high as 40% or more if the buyer wishes to take early possession of the property.

The most important documents are from the municipal urban planning office (by requesting 'accesso agli atti' or access to records), as they provide legal proof of habitability, building amnesties, and permits. Cadastral documents (floor plans, property records) are useful but not legally definitive. The notary, as a state-appointed public official, always verifies all these documents.

Sell in Less Time

From intermediation to a precise valuation of your property.

The seller must provide all documents that tell the 'history' of the property, including permits for amnesties, extensions, and the original notarial deeds of purchase. They guarantee that the property is 'clean' from defects or third-party claims. Note: A preliminary contract can be signed based on the seller's self-declaration, but if this declaration is false (whether in good or bad faith), the buyer can seek compensation (e.g., double the deposit or damages from a mortgage taken out on an unsellable property).

The 'Attestato di Prestazione Energetica' (APE), or Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), is mandatory for both sales and rentals. It is valid for 10 years and certifies the property's energy efficiency class. An original color copy must be provided to the notary to be attached to the public deed.

You must request a clearance letter from the building administrator which certifies that: All regular condominium fees are paid up to the date of the final deed. Regarding special assessments (extraordinary expenses): if they have already been approved, they are the seller's responsibility; otherwise, they fall to the buyer (the agency and seller will always inform you of this).

Agency commission: Typically split 50/50 between the buyer and seller (unless otherwise agreed). Government taxes, property record searches, and notary fees are all paid by the buyer. Capital gains tax (on resale within 5 years): the seller pays 26% tax on the profit (renovation costs are deductible). If a mortgage is involved, the notary's fee will be higher (as it involves two deeds), but it is still entirely paid by the buyer.

Rent without worries

The right solution for young people, couples and families in the city of Urbino.

Renting always involves some risk, because you can never have absolute certainty about the person you're dealing with. The most common protections are: Requesting a payslip or references (especially in medium-sized cities). Asking for a bank or insurance guarantee: in case of non-payment, the institution guarantees the rent for up to about 6 months, after which the guarantee expires. Another important tool is the role of the real estate agent: on behalf of the owner, they can confidentially collect information about the tenant's reliability and their overall guarantees, communicating them to the lessor. It's not a lack of delicacy, but a duty of professional correctness to avoid relationships that are destined to deteriorate.

At the foundation of everything are always common sense and mutual correctness. The owner must provide a property that complies with regulations (regular systems) and take care of extraordinary expenses when necessary. The tenant must maintain the property in good condition, use the systems with care, and remember that the house, although being 'theirs' for a period, belongs to someone who made sacrifices to purchase it.

Yes, renting to students is a world apart, especially in a city like Urbino, strongly linked to university life. The management of contracts, the periods of stay, the rotation of tenants, and the practical dynamics are very specific. The agency, with over 35 years of experience in student rentals in Urbino, can guide owners and tenants and share all the useful precautions to establish a peaceful relationship if given trust.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have doubts? Here you'll find answers to the most common questions we receive from our clients.

We believe that integrity always pays off in the long run. That's why we prefer not to close a deal if the conditions are not advantageous for both parties, rather than pushing for a closing at all costs. Our position is one of total impartiality: we stand 'exactly in the middle' between the seller and the buyer, offering the same service to both and ensuring no one is disadvantaged.

We have been operating in Urbino for 35 years. This has allowed us to develop a deep knowledge not only of the technical aspects but also of the people and dynamics of the area. This history is our best guarantee: if we have been in business for over three decades, it's because we have always worked with transparency. Our local knowledge is a fundamental support to our core real estate skills.

The right to the commission arises when the deal is concluded through our intervention. It is crucial to know that this right is established even with a simple referral (even verbal) of a property that the client was not previously aware of. From that moment, our commitment is to guide you to the final signing with maximum protection.

We have a professional duty to communicate all the information we possess without omitting anything. During negotiations, we update both parties in real-time about any price reductions or changes, ensuring a clear and honest flow of information. Furthermore, we handle the collection of all documents from the seller and, upon request, perform a document access request at the urban planning office to verify the property's compliance.

Absolutely. In addition to our work preparing the ground for the Notary to safely execute the deed, we are required to have professional liability insurance. This coverage ensures that in the unfortunate event of an error on our part, the client can be fully compensated.