Who hasn't spent time imagining what life would be like in an idyllic faraway place, especially in a country that is so well known for its laid-back lifestyle, stunning landscapes, seasonal cuisine, and close community life? I sometimes wonder if there is anyone who hasn’t dreamed of moving to Italy at one point or another?

With the arrival of remote work being a reality for so many, it can almost seem like a no-brainer to imagine investing in a new life here, or at least in a decent vacation home. Movies such as "Under the Tuscan Sun" featuring a protagonist who renovates a villa in the Cortona area of Italy only further inspire many of us to start researching properties on sale online and picturing a life there for ourselves.