Dina Panabergenova
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"When my son was applying to a university in Milan, we faced a serious challenge finding housing. Dorms were already full, and we learned that most students end up renting apartments anyway. So, we tried…
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"When my son was applying to a university in Milan, we faced a serious challenge finding housing. Dorms were already full, and we learned that most students end up renting apartments anyway. So, we tried to find an apartment in Milan on our own, but quickly realized there were many nuances. For example, the language barrier—most landlords don’t speak English and you can’t find an apartment without intermediaries because Italians prefer to rent out through agencies. Then realtors work quite slowly and, unfortunately, often don’t take our requirements into account. After trying several real estate agencies, we finally found Mihouz consulting, which took all our preferences into account and was able to offer us options that matched our requirements regarding location, price, and apartment condition. Plus, they speak three languages: Italian, English, and Russian. However, what I valued the most was that they immediately provided a video review showing the apartment’s current condition, not what it looked like 10 years ago. As the mother of a student traveling to Europe for the first time, who doesn’t know the ins and outs of proper lease agreements and other bureaucratic matters, it was essential for me to protect both my son and myself from shady landlords and unfavorable lease terms. We regularly consulted with the team at Mihouz, receiving answers to our questions whenever we needed them. Mihouz also advised us on purchasing property in Milan because, considering the high rental costs, we naturally wondered: would it be easier to buy a small property in Milan instead of spending large sums on rent? We’re still in contact with Davide and Assel because we know we’ll get reliable information and high-quality support from them. Highly recommend them!"