A flurry of articles in the French and international press (including the New York Times) created an outcry about a year ago about a crack-down by Mayor Delanoë’s office on short-term rentals of Paris apartments.

You’d like to buy property in Paris, but you’re not sure whether it’s also the right investment property. For many buyers, particularly in the most coveted neighborhoods, short-term rentals provide great income to offset costs and expenses. It’s important to understand what the key components are that create lasting value.