How difficult would it be to purchase and operate a bed and breakfast in Europe? Say Italy, or France. The prices are generally pretty low, and I assume you could do pretty well if you have a good marketing strategy.
>>1238483
It's not too crazy - I have friends who have done the same in France. Be sure to get the co-operation of the local Maire's office, winning them over will be crucial to your plans as any changes you want to make will need their approval. If they're on board, you'll have a smooth ride. A personal trek to the Hotel de Ville to introduce yourself and outline your plans will be a good start, as will an expansive and expensive lunch to "discuss the finer details"...
>>1238483
Contact a local realtor about it, they can give you guidance on what, if any, hoops need to be jumped through
>>1238483
depends on the country where you come from.. European passport, yes possible.. are you from outside the EU forget it paperwise, unless you have a multi million dollar account.
It's a big hassle in general in Italy..
Need a building permission ? Takes 3 to 5 years.. Need a B&B licence.. takes 5 years easily...
that's why those things are for sale so cheap.. nobody can do anything with them really.
Also the cost for heating of those places are insane as they are badly isolated and very big.
And you need to money to the local mafia also.
>>1238483
I don't know man, B&B are usually run by locals. Where are you from? For me, one of the most gratifying things about staying in B&Bs is the meeting and contact with people who've been living there since birth. You know, this offers the guests many advantages
>>1239977
> And you need to money to the local mafia also.
lolwut
But yeah, burocratically talking would be probably harder than you imagine, OP
>>1239977
i was about to say all this, then saw you beat me to it.
yeah my sister-in-law is buying an apartment in Rome, they expect it will be 2 years before they can move in. the property settlement alone is minimum 6 months to a year.
>>1240037
my local mayor needs money otherwise things accidentally go up in flames..
>>1240489
exactly.. and that is a 'simple' apartment.. not a commercial large premise like a B&B.. it all takes years..
And the further south you go, the worse it becomes...
>>1241619
>And the further south you go, the worse it becomes...
Don't believe the polentone lies. The unemployment rate in Naples is down to 55%, and the stories of the Camorra are nonsense.