An overview of mortgage rules and regulations for foreign property investors Investing in French real estate has always been an alluring prospect for international buyers. With its picturesque landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage, France offers a compelling mix of lifestyle and financial benefits. But the ever-changing rules and regulations for purchasing property as […]

Plus, two off-market properties that can legally rent out short-term, the perfect mix of personal use and investment over the long-term. Paris, a global economic hub and one of the world’s most visited cities, offers a unique blend of stability, demand, and profitability for real estate investors that few other markets can match. Investing in […]

In the quest for a home in Paris, there’s a question: What must the seller provide at closing? The main rule requires the seller to give what the sales contract says. Unfortunately, there can be problems, like kitchens without necessary equipment or missing cellars, leading to disagreements. The key part of this property sale process […]

Energy-efficiency renovation measures are set to have a significant impact on the rental market in France, with the first rental ban scheduled to take effect in January 2023. However, the implementation of these regulations has sparked confusion and concern among landlords and real estate professionals alike. The French government has consistently maintained its stance against […]

    In November 2016, the European Commission approved a proposal for a new European Travel Information and Authorization System, ETIAS. From 2024, eligible citizens will be required to apply for the ETIAS France online before traveling to France or any of the Schengen member countries. The system is being implemented in response to increased […]

Starting from January 1 to June 30, 2023, all owners of residential real estate (whether individuals or companies) in France are required to declare the occupancy status of their properties on the “Manage my real estate” page of the impots.gouv.fr website. This is a new reporting obligation mandated by the Finance Act. The declaration must […]

The French Ministry of Economy and Finance, also known as Bercy, is concerned about the declining rate of real estate loans being granted to French citizens. To address this issue, they are evaluating ways to ease the rules governing access to credit, specifically the standards aimed at protecting against over-indebtedness. Since January 1, 2022, French […]

Since 2019, all companies in France with more than 250 employees and, since 2020, all companies with more than 50 employees must calculate and publish their Professional Gender Equality Index (overall score out of 100), each year on March 1.   Created by the law of September 5, 2018 for the freedom to choose one’s […]

Energy efficiency document now required for all Paris apartment purchases. With new rules taking effect April 1st of this year, fixing Paris apartment energy ratings is a hot topic on the minds of owners, buyers, and renters. From improving residential insulation to new ventilation and heating systems, it’s the latest step in making Paris a […]

The French face many new obstacles to becoming owners in 2023, lending restrictions, rising interest rates, inflation, the climate crisis and fuel crisis. The real estate market could easily continue its decline, given the number of clouds that are gathering over it, even as the attraction to the the safe haven of owning historic buildings […]