Thinking of retiring to Italy under the 7% flat tax? Here’s what $200,000 can actually buy you in walkable small towns—from restored homes in Puglia to fixer-uppers in Le Marche. Real listings, real advice, no sugarcoating.

A no-fluff breakdown of Italy’s 7% flat tax vs. U.S. retirement costs—real math, smart strategy, and what happens after year 10.

Italy’s 7% tax deal for retirees sounds amazing—but most advice online is dubious. Here’s what’s real, what’s BS, and how to qualify.