'I Bought a Crumbling $1 Home in Italy and Turned It Into My Dream House'
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Financial advisor Meredith Tabbone's journey, sparked by tracing her family roots, led her to purchase a $1 home in Sicily, reigniting local interest in property restoration.
After winning the bid for an abandoned home in Sambuca di Sicilia, Tabbone faced numerous challenges throughout the renovation process, reflecting on her emotional rollercoaster.
Despite spending roughly $500,000 on her home, Tabbone expresses her unwavering commitment to the community, stating it was the right project and the right place for her.
The allure of $1 homes in Europe aims to revive dwindling populations, attracting investors willing to undertake restoration projects, a strategy that can yield both economic and cultural resurgence.
Read at SFGATE
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