Italian Living. Real Estate Facts That Will Surprise You
May 05, 2021
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Italy is a country of high fashion and style. Everybody knows about their typical interior design that calls back in time to barocco, renaissance, and art deco. But what truly amazes outlanders are cultural heritage for sale, leadership in the €1 house program and the biggest amount of elevators in Europe.
You can buy a cultural heritage site
Just like in many other places in the world, the Italian real estate market consists of apartments, villas, commercial premises. But unlike other countries, here you can buy properties that have an official status of a cultural heritage. For instance, you can buy a manor with it's own winery, a custle of a former emperor, or a typical Apullian 'trullo' house.
Trullos are traditional houses common in the South regions of Italy
You can find relevant options at the official website of the State Property Agency of the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Although, it is a forced step of Italian authorities caused by threats of the EU to fine Italian government for incapability to liquidate or ease a state debt.
The Ministry decided to put on sale more than 400 state properties that have historical value. The total value should be more than €1 billion.
It is common knowledge that Italy has about 60% of the world cultural heritage. You can find a very wide range of such properties on the local market both from municipalities and private sellers.
Italy is the leader of the program ' €1 House'
Such programs operate in several European countries. Among them are Greece, France, Spain, Croatia and even the United Kingdom, Austria and Norway. However, the undisputed leader is Italy.
Local authorities are launching the project in different regions of the country: Bivona, Bisaccia, Mussomeli, Molise, Abruzzo and others. By the way, all the offers are collected on the official website of the program.
Sicily is one of a popular Italian destinations for ' €1 House' program participants
It affects localities that are empty or where a large outflow of population is recorded. And with attractive terms of purchase, administrations of different towns are trying to attract young people, thereby reviving life in the commune.
It is important to understand that houses that are sold for the price of a cup of coffee often have a poor condition, and major repairs in them are a prerequisite for buyers. Moreover, compliance with the terms of restoration of the object are usually among the requirements.
Regional authorities may also require future owners to have a security deposit in a bank account or to invest a certain amount in the restoration. The size of both is set when the program starts. Also, sometimes you have to move to a commune and conduct business there for a certain period to create new jobs for local residents.
Examples of cheap real estate in Italy
11 000 €
Townhouse in San Buono, Italy
55 sq.m211
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Townhouse for sale with fireplace and vaulted ceilings on the main street of the town of San Buono. Residential condition, central water, gas and electricity supply, all necessary infrastructure is within walking distance. The sea and the sandy beaches of San Salvo are half an hour away by a good road.LayoutLiving room with kitchen and...
AB PROPERTY
18 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
45 sq.m211
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Our offer is for those who dream of slowing down the passage of time and restoring their strength. Live in silence and observe the beautiful Calabrian landscapes. The house is only after the restoration of the facade. There is an elevator. Own yard with parking spaces. The apartment is located in the house, on the fifth floor. It requires...
Scalea Realty
18 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
41 sq.m211
Remote Transaction
Scalea, Calabria region (Italy) is one of the most popular resorts on the Tyrrhenian coast.
Do you still think that you can't afford a place by the sea? You're wrong! Buying a cheap property in Italy is much more real than you could imagine. Hurry up to buy! A very good offer and a great option for everyone who is looking for an apartment by...
Gabetti
18 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
38 sq.m211
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The most famous resort in Italy for the Russian-speaking population is the city of Scalea. We offer to your attention for sale an apartment in the city of Scalea, located on Bergamo street in a single-storey house. There is Parking at the house. The facade of the house has been recently restored. The apartment is located on the first (ground...
Scalea Realty
18 000 €
Flat in Mormanno, Italy
50 sq.m321
The historic town of Mormanno is a treasure trove of authentic Italian lifestyle.
An EXCLUSIVE offer for history lovers is a two-bedroom apartment in the historic town of Mormanno, on LUDOVICO ROMANI street, ground floor, living area of 50 sq.m. The history here begins from the threshold of the apartment, with the preservation of historical...
Gabetti
18 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
36 sq.m211
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In the town of Scalea, far from the bustle of the city, we offer an apartment on the ground floor with a garden. The apartment was overhauled in 2010. The living area of the apartment is about 30 sq.m. Garden - about 6 sq.m. Has the following layout: living room with kitchen and access to the garden, bedroom, bathroom. Parking at the house....
Scalea Realty
19 000 €
Apartment in Scalea, Italy
28 sq.m111
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We offer for sale an exclusive studio apartment in the historical center of Scalea,magnificent buildings with a rich 1000-year history , the location is central and very convenient 100 meters from the historical center there is a famous tourist walking area with many cafes, restaurants, pizzerias and shops Piazza De Palma Maggiore. The distance...
L'ARCO IMMOBILIARE
21 000 €
Studio in Scalea, Italy
35 sq.m11
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An ideal option for a cottage apartment by the sea for little money.
To all those who want to live by the sea, walk along endless beaches, enjoy picturesque sunrises and sunsets, breathe clean sea air, eat fruits and vegetables that grow in the region all year round. Italy is a beautiful, blessed country, kissed by the sun and the Creator. The...
Scalea Realty
22 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
48 sq.m321
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In the most popular tourist city of Italy, Scalea, we offer for sale an apartment in the residential complex"Centro Marina". Downtown, Lauro Street. Well-groomed, fenced territory of the park, free Parking spaces, near a large supermarket "Interspar". Fifth floor, building without elevator. The following layout: living room with kitchen access...
Stone house in a panoramic location of a pretty village half an hour's drive from the sea and beaches.For sale a stone, semi-detached house (townhouse) in the lovely village of Tufillo. The house is two-storeyed, extreme in the line of houses. It is located in a panoramic location from where you can admire the views of the mountains and the...
AB PROPERTY
24 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
40 sq.m211
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In the most popular tourist city of Italy, Scalea on the shores of the Tyrrhenian Sea, we offer an apartment on the second floor. The second floor is very comfortable. The following layout: a spacious living room with a kitchen with access to the terrace, a very large bedroom and a bathroom of about 5 square meters.meters. The living area of the...
Scalea Realty
24 000 €
Townhouse in Palmoli, Italy
80 sq.m421
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Residential townhouse with fireplace and scenic views in the center of a village with good infrastructure, half an hour drive from the sea. A house for sale in a residential condition, located in the historical center of the ancient town of Palmoli. From the third floor of the house there are beautiful views of tiled roofs, picturesque hills and...
AB PROPERTY
25 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
50 sq.m321
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Far from the center of Scalea, along Caravaggio Street, in the Poggio Fiorito complex, we offer a two-bedroom apartment on the second floor. The apartment has been completely renovated, new Windows. The following layout: a separate entrance, a long balcony. At the entrance there is a living room with a kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. They...
Scalea Realty
25 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
36 sq.m211
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An advantageous option for price and quality. In the city along Mancini Street, in the residential complex "Juliano" we offer a one-room apartment located on the 5th floor. There is no elevator. Its own closed territory, Parking spaces. The apartment has almost 30 square meters of living space and 6 square meters of terrace. The balcony offers a...
Scalea Realty
25 000 €
Apartment in Santa Maria del Cedro, Italy
31 sq.m321
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In the historic center of Santa Maria del Cedro, we offer for sale a beautiful apartment of 31 m2 on the ground floor, consisting of: entrance terrace of 3.35 m2, living room with kitchen, double bedroom, bathroom and bedroom. The property is in good condition, equipped with aluminum frames and available immediately. Attached to the house is an...
L'ARCO IMMOBILIARE
25 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
30 sq.m211
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Anyone who misses an apartment on the Tyrrhenian Sea in Scalea at such a price will be very sorry. The apartment is located in a five-storey building, where residents live all year round, on the fourth floor. Unfurnished, the walls have already been painted. The living area of the apartment is 30 sq. meters + a terrace of 6 sq. meters. There is...
Scalea Realty
25 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
40 sq.m211
Remote Transaction
Scalea, Calabria region (Italy) is one of the most popular resorts on the Tyrrhenian coast.Do you still think that you can't afford to live by the sea?
You're wrong! Buying a cheap property in Italy is much more real than you could imagine. Hurry up to buy! A very favorable offer and a great option for everyone who is looking for an apartment...
Gabetti
25 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
50 sq.m321
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A very good offer for Scalea. On the shore of the Tyren Sea we offer an apartment in a detached house with its own Parking on the fifth floor. It has a balcony with a sea view, which costs as much as the whole apartment. That's why you come, the sea and the panoramic view of it. This is Italy. The living area of the apartment is 50 square...
Scalea Realty
25 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
60 sq.m421
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In the panoramic part of Scalea on Piano Letieri street, we offer an apartment on the fifth floor in a house with a renovated facade. The living area of the apartment is 55 square meters and has a direct view of the sea and the city. Spacious, clean apartment and ready to move in has: a separate kitchen, living room and two bedrooms. There is a...
Scalea Realty
26 000 €
Apartment in Scalea, Italy
40 sq.m211
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In the panoramic area of the city of Scalea, about 1 km from the center and the sea, we offer for sale a two-room attic apartment on the fourth floor, 40 sq.m., consisting of an entrance hall, a living room, a double bedroom, a bathroom and a veranda, a balcony of 9.56 sq.m. with a kitchenette and magnificent views. The property is in good...
The modern architecture of Italy is also very impressive. The most striking example is the residential complex Bosco Verticale in the Porta Nuova district of Milan. The complex has two towers, one is about 110 meters, and the other – 76. meters. Each floor is surrounded by terraces with planted trees (about 900), shrubs (5 thousand) and perennial creeping plants (more than 11 thousand).
This is not just a beautiful project, but also an attempt to populate the city's flora and fauna, which is the basis of a concept created by the architects Stefano Boeri, Gianandrea Barreca and Giovanni La Varra. According to their forecasts, the vertically directed environment created by planted plants can be populated by different species of birds and insects, including butterflies.
In addition, the vertical forest creates a unique microclimate both in the apartments and in the area as a whole: it increases humidity, absorbs carbon dioxide, and protects people from solar radiation and noise pollution. And of course, it produces oxygen and filters dust.
The towers were commissioned in 2014 (five years after the start of construction), at the same time they were recognized as the best skyscrapers of the year (talking about the International Highrise Award from the Frankfurt Museum of Architecture). A year later, the residential complex turned out to be the best skyscraper in Europe according to the Council on High-Rise Buildings and Urban Environment (CTBUH).
Single pensioners unite for cohabitation
Italian pensioners are an example of active old age. They like to relax, meet in restaurants and bars, travel around the world. Most can afford such a pastime in retirement – in particular, those who have two apartments, one of which is rented.
However, not everyone lives this way. More than 3.5 million Italian nonni (the so-called grandparents) live alone. And in houses that they can't support after the economic crisis. They have created a new phenomenon called 'silver cohousing'. The word silver here is a reference to gray hair.
Cohabitation helps not just to share the costs of a house and communal services, but also to find a partner, and maybe a friend.
The phenomenon is more than relevant, if you collect all the factors that influenced it.
Optimize the use of urban real estate built in the last century. So, in the buildings of the post-war period, there are many residential premises with an average area of 90-100 sq.m. They are often occupied by one person, while there is enough space for three: it is considered that the necessary space for one person is 30 sq.m.
More efficient distribution of social assistance. The concentration of elderly people who need care in one place allows social and medical services staff to provide assistance to several people at once.
The cohabitation model makes it possible to reduce the number of hospitalizations of pensioners whose condition is described as 'non-acute'. Such a patient, as a rule, can be helped by a neighbor. And reducing the cost of hospitalization allows you to direct money to other tasks.
With the release of 5 or 10% of real estate assets, from 100 to 200 thousand housing units will appear on the market. This, in turn, will help expand the social housing program.
Italy has the second largest number of elevators after China
But the country lost it's superiority only in 2013, before that the Italians were in the lead. Now more than 900 thousand elevator systems are installed in all the houses of the country (on average, one per 62 people). In Europe, there are no competitors for this indicator.
Most lifts are in Lombardy (more than 80 thousand buildings with at least one elevator), Liguria (one elevator for 70 people), Piedmont (106) and Abruzzo (109).
In addition to the fact that the Italian elevator park is the largest in Europe, it is also the oldest: about 40% of the operating systems are older than 30 years, and more than 60% are not equipped with modern technologies.
Often several generations live under the same roof
Italians are family oriented people. Youngsters here are considered to be people up to 30 years old, and in some cases even up to 40. Until then, it is absolutely not a shame to live with parents and nonnis under the same roof.
When the youngsters manage to separate themselves from the parents, they move in with friends in order to save money. Such cohabitation can be found equally often among both 18-25-year-olds and more adult people.
No hallways in Italian homes
The presence of hallways in apartments and houses is atypical. The most familiar layout is when entering from the street, a person immediately gets into a large living room. Sometimes it is even combined with the kitchen.
In this common space, there are often small sofas or armchairs to accommodate guests, as well as small coffee tables. The top things (which are already few) are left either in the built-in closet, or just on a free-standing hanger. Shoes-in the same place. But in many homes, it is not customary to take off your shoes: the streets are clean and dry most of the year, otherwise the tiled floor is easy to clean.
It is worth noting that in new homes, the hallway is still trying to visually separate from other rooms. However, it still remains small, there is only room for a small stand for keys and documents, as well as a compact wardrobe for clothes, or even just hooks on the wall.
The bathroom must have a window
An Italian bathroom without a window is a rare phenomenon. This can only be found in cheap apartments or hotels.
The window can be quite small and even tightly curtained, but according to the Italians, it is necessary. An apartment with a bathroom without natural light is more difficult to sell.
Check it yourself. Look at the real estate options that are presented on our website, and you will see that even in the simplest apartment there is a window in the bathroom. What can we say about luxury expensive villas.
Examples of apartments in Italy
500 000 €
Penthouse on Lake Garda, Italy
120 sq.m321
In an ideal location near the lake, this apartment has one of the most beautiful views on the entire western coast of Lake Garda and is located just 1.5 km from the beach. On the contrary, on the other side of the lake you can see the towns of Torri del Benaco, Garda, Lazise, Peschiera, Sirmione and Desenzano del Garda.
The apartment consists...
GH Estate
350 000 €
Flat on Lake Como, Italy
103 sq.m422
The residence "Le Camelie", located in Menaggio, one of the most beautiful and picturesque towns of the lake, was created by the reconstruction of an elegant villa of the early 19th century. The complex was implemented, preserving such characteristic details as arches and columns, taking care of every little thing in order to meet the needs of...
GH Estate
Price on request
Apartment in Ravenna, Italy
196 sq.m33
The property for sale is spread out over 3 floors and has an internal surface of about 200 m2, in addition to a beautiful large terrace and a courtyard. The apartment's ground floor is home to the entrance hallway, a bathroom, a laundry room, a bedroom or study and porches overlooking the garden of the property. On the first floor there is an...
Lionard Luxury Real Estate
Price on request
Apartment in San Remo, Italy
104 sq.m322
Real estate proposal ref. SAN 1103
City: Sanremo
City district: Foce alta
Street: Strada San Lorenzo
Sqm: 104 sqm + outdoor spaces
Floor: 2nd + under roof level
Year of construction: 1995
Elevator/lift: no
Heating: autonomous heating
Annual expenses: about EUR 1500
Type: large apartment on two levels
View: sea and city...
Immobiliare Europa Sanremo Srl
320 000 €
Apartment in Italy
90 sq.m4
Italy
Castiglioncello
Apartments in a new modern complex
Modern building of 9 apartments.
Surrounded by a pine grove, the apartment has a beautiful view of the sea.
200m from the beach, 400m from the central square of Castiglioncello.
Ultramodern system of power supply, ventilation, acoustics, seismic resistance, noise insulation....
INDOM
175 000 €
Flat in Diamante, Italy
130 sq.m531
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DIAMANTE is a city of wall paintings in the south of Italy, Calabria. Diamond, a fairy tale city! One of the first in the world, in terms of the number of wall paintings!We are not selling a Dream, but we offer you a place where your Dream will come true!
Own apartment on the sea, what could be better? A very favorable offer and a great option...
Gabetti
950 000 €
Apartment on Lake Garda, Italy
120 sq.m322
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By the sea, just a few meters from the promenade leading from Padenghe to Moniga, we offer an elegant three-room apartment that has been completely renovated.
Inside a modernly renovated mansion, the property enjoys a splendid park with century-old trees and a lake-view swimming pool.
The comfortable open-plan living area turns towards the...
GH Estate
135 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
200 sq.m521
Remote Transaction
Scalea, Calabria region (Italy) is one of the most popular resorts on the Tyrrhenian coast.Who told you that happiness can't be bought?
Come and buy an apartment in Italy.... the sea will always be there.... and it is ready to give you happy moments every day, throughout your life.In one of the best houses in the central district of the city,...
Gabetti
75 000 €
Flat in Scalea, Italy
80 sq.m322
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We offer for sale an apartment with major repairs in Scalea. This is a rarity. Who wants to come in and do nothing is an option for you. The city center. A house with an elevator. Fifth floor, gorgeous balcony with mountain views. The apartment has a large living room with a kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a utility room. There are...
Scalea Realty
3 500 000 €
Apartment in Rome, Italy
400 sq.m65
In Rome's exclusive Trastevere district, one of the oldest in the city, there is this stunning multi-storey penthouse with panoramic views for sale. Located in an elegant Renaissance building equipped with a convenient lift, this luxury property measures 400 sqm. At the moment, the property is a single home but it can be divided into two...
Lionard Luxury Real Estate
460 000 €
Apartment on Lake Garda, Italy
80 sq.m321
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A stone's throw from the prestigious Port of Dusano, we offer a splendid three-room apartment with large terrace and lake view.
Within a renowned residence, we present a prestigious property consisting of a large open-plan living area, two bedrooms and a comfortable bathroom.
The flat is offered complete with modern and functional...
GH Estate
445 000 €
Apartment on Lake Garda, Italy
105 sq.m322
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In the heart of Colombare, a stone's throw from the centre and the beach, we offer a spacious ground floor flat in a small residence with swimming pool.
Internally it consists of a large and bright living area with access to the condominium park and the swimming pool, a separate eat-in kitchen, also with access to the garden, a bathroom...
GH Estate
39 000 €
Apartment in Scalea, Italy
54 sq.m321
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In the excellent tourist context of the city of Scalea, we offer for sale a beautiful apartment of 54 sq.m on the second floor, consisting of: a large living room with a kitchen, a first terrace of 9 sq.m, a double bedroom and a second terrace of 4 sq.m, a bathroom, a toilet and a bedroom. . The property is in good condition, fully furnished,...
L'ARCO IMMOBILIARE
1 740 000 €
Penthouse on Lake Garda, Italy
280 sq.m433
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Located in prestigious position, close to the lakeside and historical centre of the renowned city of Desenzano del Garda, we offer for sale a Marvelous Penthouse in Exclusive Residential Complex, named "Phoenix", with swimming pool.
This beautiful penthouse is comprised of a large living area, lighted by modern glass walls that...
GH Estate
1 750 000 €
Flat in Rapallo, Italy
220 sq.m33
RAPALLO: Immersed in the unique atmosphere of Villa Ferrando, an architectural masterpiece in the Neo-Gothic style, built in the late 1800s by the Marquises of Cuneo, in a magnificent location on the east coast of Rapallo, a duplex apartment with sea views, with an area of 220 sq.m. is for sale.
The apartment is located on the main (second...
ITALCASA
23 000 €
Townhouse in Tufillo, Italy
65 sq.m211
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Stone house in a panoramic location of a pretty village half an hour's drive from the sea and beaches.For sale a stone, semi-detached house (townhouse) in the lovely village of Tufillo. The house is two-storeyed, extreme in the line of houses. It is located in a panoramic location from where you can admire the views of the mountains and the...
AB PROPERTY
69 000 €
Flat in Grisolia, Italy
95 sq.m531
Remote Transaction
Grisolia, Calabria region (Italy) - one of the unique features of the little town is: clean mountain air, proximity to majestic nature, inspiring views, silence...A quiet and peaceful place. Our offer is for those who love solitude with nature, a wonderful place in the mountains, clean air. An apartment located on Roma Street, in a house on the...
Gabetti
69 000 €
Apartment in San Nicola Arcella, Italy
50 sq.m321
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San Nicola Arcella (CS), Complex "Arcomagno": in a quiet and exclusive context, we offer for sale a comfortable two-bedroom apartment on the second floor, with an area of 49 sq. m, with a solarium overlooking the sea. The property consists of: a large living room with a kitchen and access to a terrace with sea views of 6.30 sq. m., a double...
L'ARCO IMMOBILIARE
2 600 000 €
Apartment in Milan, Italy
160 sq.m32
An exclusive 160-sqm apartment is for sale in the heart of Milan, near Piazza San Babila. Situated on the second floor of an elegant building, this property offers easy access to Milan's iconic landmarks like the Cathedral, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and Teatro alla Scala. Milan is renowned for its fashion, design, history, and culture, with...
Lionard Luxury Real Estate
330 000 €
Apartment in Castiglione del Lago, Italy
242 sq.m521
Appartamento Belvedere is approximately 170 sqm on a single floor, where we find a living area consisting of a large living room and a kitchen, the sleeping area consists of two bedrooms, a bathroom and a study. On the ground floor we find approximately 8 sqm of cave access, while on the third floor there are attics for a surface area of...
Balconies are not glazed, and often have washing machines placed
In Italy, the balcony is an additional space for a pleasant pastime.
On the large terraces, people spend their evenings chatting with friends and drinking a glass of wine. But the miniature balconies of the hostess are not left without attention – they are decorated with wicker furniture, flowers in pots and vases.
And the balcony can become a full-fledged laundry room and even a boiler room. Often Italians take out the washing machine and dryer there. First, so that it does not take up a useful place in the bathroom. And secondly, so that when working, its noise does not cause discomfort to the neighbors, because they often start washing at night.
In addition, gas boilers are hung on the balcony, which heat the water. This not only saves space in the apartment itself, but is also a safer way.
