La Dolce Vita - By Design
The 2026 Online Italy Relocation & Retirement Summit

You Don’t “End Up” in Italy. You Design It.

Thousands dream about retiring in Italy.

Very few do it intelligently.

Fewer still understand the tax implications, visa strategy, currency timing, healthcare realities, banking requirements, and the true cost of living before they make the move.

That’s how people lose money.
That’s how people create stress.
That’s how “la dolce vita” turns into unnecessary complication.

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Italy Is Romantic.

Every session is led by practitioners who actively work with U.S. clients navigating:

Handled correctly, Italy becomes extraordinary.

Online Two-Day Structure
DAY ONE
March 14th 11AM EST / 8AM PST

Foundations: Planning, Property, Money, Cost of Living, Banking & Healthcare

Real Estate in Italy

Buying vs renting strategically
Contracts, clear title, and due diligence
Regional realities
What Americans often misunderstand

International Currency Strategy

Moving USD to EUR intelligently
Avoiding unnecessary fees
Timing large transfers
Protecting purchasing power

Italian Banking & Social Security

Opening accounts correctly
Residency considerations
Receiving U.S. Social Security in Italy
Structuring your financial life properly

Healthcare: Public & Private Systems

How they work together
Costs of visits and procedures
What retirees need to arrange before arrival

Cost of Living in Italy

Planning

Online Two-Day Structure
DAY TWO
March 15th 11AM EST / 8AM PST

Foundations: Legal & Tax Architecture

US & Italian Taxation

Dual compliance explained clearly
The 7% tax regime
What must be structured before relocation
Ongoing reporting requirements

Citizenship & Residency Visas

Best legal pathways
Application strategy
What to avoid
Residency compliance essentials

Living Financially Overseas

Investing while abroad
Banking logistics
Mail, documentation, and cross-border structuring

Cultural & Community Integration

Daily life beyond logistics
Social integration
The rhythms of real Italian living

Introducing Your Expert Panel & Guides

Christian Gullizzi, ACCA Chartered Certified Accountant & Italian Commercialista.
An internationally trained tax specialist with experience across Italy, the UK, and the United States, Christian advises Americans on cross-border taxation, the 7% regime, and dual US–Italian compliance.

Marco Maria Bruno, JD Citizenship & Visa Attorney

A Milan-based attorney focused on assisting foreigners with Italian citizenship, residency visas, and real estate legal matters. He understands where applications fail — and how to ensure yours does not.

Ricardo Diamila Licensed Real Estate Agent
Working alongside notaries and property professionals, Ricardo guides expats through purchases and rentals with clarity and precision — from appraisal to clear title.

Practical expertise — not theory.

Chip & Shonna Stites Full-Time Residents
Livig in central Italy full-time for over seven years. Real experience navigating healthcare, banking, residency, culture, and community. They don’t just teach relocation — they live it.

Kelly McCutchin - International Currency Specialist — Moneycorp
Kelly Cutchin is a seasoned FX specialist with over 20 years of experience at Moneycorp, where she has built a reputation for excellence in global payments. Her deep expertise in foreign currency exchange and international payment solutions has made her a trusted partner for clients navigating the complexities of international transactions. Known for her loyalty and commitment to exceptional customer service, Kelly is a valued resource to those looking to transfer money globally.

The Investment: $295

Two full days.
Expert-led sessions.
Live Q&A access.
Strategic clarity.

When compared to:

A $250,000+ property purchase
Ongoing cross-border tax exposure
Currency fluctuations on large transfers
Visa delays or legal errors