To toast the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, we threw a festive soirée for PPG clients in an off-market property with a unique story. August 25, 2024, just 24 hours before the kick-off of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony, was a special day for the PPG team. Knowing that many of […]

Stability and favorable economic factors keep Paris in an elite group of world-class cities with vibrant and secure real estate markets that offer both investment growth and enjoyment over the long term. How does Paris compare to other major European capitals in terms of real estate investment potential? What evolving rental market dynamics are impacting […]

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 […]

Winter Chill Descends on French Real Estate Market as Top Cities Grapple with Ongoing Price Decline. Paris Sees Unprecedented Monthly Drop; Ile-de-France Region Follows Suit. The price decline that commenced several months ago persists in the French real estate market, casting a shadow over the prospect of improvement. Recent data indicates a year-on-year decrease of […]

In 2020, when the world was in lockdown due to Covid, there were some people who decided that their life goals should not be put on hold even one day longer.  This is the story of a man who did just that, and how it changed his life forever. It had always been the dream of […]

It can seem daunting to renovate a property in Paris when you are far away, and even more so when you have never even seen the property in question.   We’re fortunate to work with an incredible team that can step in and make your dreams a reality.  Here is the behind the scenes story from […]

According to the Notaries of France, the share of non-resident foreign buyers continues to decline, falling to its lowest level for the past ten years. A trend that is not new, but that Covid has amplified. If Metropolitan France has always attracted foreign buyers, their presence seems to be dwindling. Whether in Paris, Périgord, the […]

As a result of the rise in the cost of living and a surge in the price of materials, the Russian-Ukrainian conflict will undoubtedly have consequences on real estate transactions, rental and investment markets, but also on that of real estate credit.   In the face of war, real estate issues inevitably take second place. […]

The Parisian lifestyle is one everyone dreams of having. Within one city, you have your pick of restaurants, events, shops, historic sites, and cultural performances; it is impossible to be bored in this city. Paris is also a centrally located place from which to visit other parts of Europe. If you decide Paris is for […]

Rental properties in Paris do not respect the rent control, according to a study by the City of Paris and the Abbé Pierre foundation.   The most significant overruns are observed in some of the richest arrondissements (1st, 7th, 9th, 16th) according to a study.   Some 35% of rental ads in Paris exceed the legal ceiling, […]