Our Services
Legal Advisory for Italian Investments
Full legal support from initial consultation through closing — for every asset class we cover. Each engagement is structured around the investor's objectives, with independent legal counsel at every stage.
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Real Estate Investment Advisory
Residential, commercial, and historic properties across Italy. We provide complete legal support for every stage of the acquisition: from initial sourcing assessment and due diligence, through contract negotiation, fiscal structuring, and regulatory compliance, to closing and post-closing formalities.
Italian real estate transactions follow a distinctive process — typically involving a preliminary agreement (compromesso) with a binding deposit, followed by the final notarial deed (rogito). Each step carries specific legal obligations and deadlines that require careful management, particularly for foreign buyers unfamiliar with Italian conveyancing practice.
What We Cover
- — Legal and technical due diligence — title verification, cadastral analysis, planning compliance, building permits review
- — Contract drafting and negotiation — preliminary agreements, purchase offers, conditions precedent
- — Fiscal structuring and tax optimization — coordinating with Italian and cross-border tax advisers
- — Closing coordination and notarial procedures — notary liaison, power of attorney arrangements, fund transfer oversight
- — Post-acquisition compliance — cadastral registration, utility contracts, rental licensing where applicable
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Hospitality Investment Advisory
Hotels, boutique properties, and tourism-driven assets. Italy ranks among the world's top tourism destinations, and hospitality investments benefit from sustained international demand. We handle the full legal complexity — licensing, permits, regulatory compliance, and deal structuring.
Hospitality acquisitions in Italy involve additional layers of complexity beyond standard real estate: tourism operating licenses (SCIA), classification requirements, health and safety compliance, employment law considerations if staff transfers are involved, and potential access to government incentives for renovation and digitalisation of hospitality structures.
What We Cover
- — Hospitality licensing and permits — SCIA filings, classification compliance, health and safety regulations
- — Operational due diligence — revenue analysis, occupancy assessment, staff and contract review
- — Tourism sector regulatory compliance — regional tourism laws, booking platform obligations, tax withholding requirements
- — Deal structuring and negotiation — asset deals vs. share deals, business transfer agreements, non-compete provisions
- — Tax incentives for renovation and upgrades — access to government credits for hospitality modernisation
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Agricultural & Wine Assets Advisory
Vineyards, farmland, olive estates, and agrifood operations. These assets combine brand potential with strong appreciation and export-driven revenue. We manage the legal intricacies of agricultural acquisitions — land rights, environmental compliance, production licensing, and EU agricultural regulations.
Agricultural acquisitions in Italy carry unique legal considerations: pre-emption rights held by neighbouring farmers and agricultural entities (diritto di prelazione agraria), protected designation compliance (DOC, DOCG, DOP, IGP), EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) subsidy transfer procedures, and environmental restrictions on land use changes. Each of these requires specialist legal handling to protect the investor's position.
What We Cover
- — Land rights and agricultural zoning — ownership verification, pre-emption right management, zoning compliance
- — Environmental and production compliance — environmental impact assessments, production licenses, water rights
- — EU agricultural regulations and subsidies — CAP entitlement transfers, rural development funding, organic certification requirements
- — Brand and denomination protection — DOC, DOCG, DOP, IGP compliance, trademark considerations, consortium membership
- — Acquisition structuring and closing — asset vs. share deals, agricultural lease review, workforce transfer considerations
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does due diligence typically take?
For a standard residential property, due diligence typically takes 2-4 weeks. Commercial properties and hospitality assets require 4-8 weeks due to additional operational, licensing, and regulatory checks. Agricultural acquisitions may take 6-10 weeks when pre-emption rights, environmental assessments, and CAP subsidy transfers are involved.
Can FrankVest help me find properties to invest in?
FrankVest is a legal advisory, not a property finder or broker. However, we can assess properties you have identified and, where appropriate, connect you with trusted local agents or sourcing professionals within our network. Our role begins with the legal and fiscal evaluation of a target asset.
Do you handle post-acquisition management?
Our advisory covers through to post-closing regulatory compliance — cadastral registration, utility transfers, rental licensing, and initial regulatory filings. For ongoing property management, rental operations, or accounting, we can refer you to qualified professionals in our network.
What are the typical costs of your advisory services?
Fees are structured based on the complexity and scope of the engagement. We provide a clear fee proposal after the initial consultation, once we understand your investment objectives and the nature of the target asset. There are no hidden charges or commission-based fees.
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