Investing energy and $1 in an Italian home
€1 Homes in Italy Two months ago, I started looking into this money-saving/making scheme. My husband was so inspired by a neighbor who is really doing well for himself, I decided to take the idea seriously. There are various reasons why we won't actually up and move to Italy, but I did read up on the so-called "€1-home" phenomenon, and as such I'd hate to see the information I stumbled upon go to waste. Question 1: Did I hear correctly? Can I buy an Italian villa for €1? Yes, in some instances this is true. But in other instances, there is an auction for the highest bidder. Lastly, there is a town where people can actually get their rent off free if they'd just come and make their home, renovate and reside there permanently. Let me see if I can make it simpler: *Chart to follow Cost of Living Italy Expense U.S. $ in Rand Rent (two bedroom apartment) $650,00 R4 584,00 Ut...