If you have been searching for a buying agent on Lake Como, or trying to understand how to buy property in Italy as an international buyer, you will have found a fragmented market. Complex regulations, language differences, and a lack of transparency can make the process feel difficult to navigate.
Ultissimo is not an estate agency. We are an independent buying agent: working exclusively for you, with no listings to push and no seller relationships to protect.
When Ruby took over Ultissimo, she brought a clear conviction: that international buyers in this market deserved better than the standard agency model. With years of experience on the lake and genuine cultural fluency, she built a consultancy designed to bridge the gap between global expectations and Italian nuance.
Ultissimo is built entirely around the buyer. We reduce complexity and replace it with clarity, confidence, and a process you can follow at every stage.
In the Italian property market, most real estate agents work for the seller. As a buying agent, Ultissimo works exclusively for you.
We don’t sell properties. We source, vet, negotiate, and manage your property journey with your best interests in mind. Our independence ensures we are never incentivised by commission or listings.
Secondary mention: Some clients refer to this as a “property broker” but our role goes far beyond brokerage.
We turn a traditionally stressful process into an enjoyable, well-managed experience:
We start with a one-on-one consultation to understand your lifestyle, preferences, and ambitions.
We present only relevant, high-quality options – eliminating properties that waste your time or fall short.
We organise and attend viewings (in-person or virtual), curate itineraries, and ensure every detail is effortless.
We negotiate on your behalf with clarity and discretion, protecting your interests throughout.
From bilingual legal teams to surveyors and notaries, we coordinate every aspect to avoid hidden pitfalls.
Renovations, interiors, local services, and more—we stay by your side well beyond the sale.
Most purchases complete within three to nine months, depending on the complexity of the legal process, the availability of the property, and your travel schedule. With Ultissimo managing the process, communication is clear at every stage and delays are kept to a minimum.
Every client we work with is looking for more than just a home – they’re investing in a lifestyle, a legacy, and a sense of belonging. Whether you’re seeking serenity, sophistication, or something truly iconic, here’s what your budget can unlock:
Our role doesn’t end at the notary’s office.
As your long-term buying agent, we continue to support you with:
Buying a property on Lake Como is the beginning of a relationship with a place. Our involvement continues well beyond completion.
Our fee structure is entirely transparent and tailored to the scope and complexity of your search. There are no hidden commissions, no dual representation, and no unexpected costs—just clear, honest guidance from day one.
In Italy, buyers typically pay an agent’s fee regardless of whether they use a buying agent. Ultissimo’s consultancy fee is structured so that the total cost to you is comparable to, and often no more than, going directly to a selling agent.
The difference is that with Ultissimo, you have an independent adviser working solely in your interest: with access to off-market properties, honest counsel, and a process designed to protect your time and your investment.
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With Ultissimo as your buying agent, you have an independent expert on your side from the first conversation to the day you receive the keys. Book a private consultation or download our Buyer’s Guide to begin.
A bespoke blend of luxury, lifestyle, and property expertise with Ultissimo - start your journey today.
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