Preload Spinner

Market & Buyer Resources

Who owns investment property in France and from which countries do most short term rental visitors come?

December 2, 2011

An interesting look at who owns investment property that is rented out short term in France and who their renters are....

Read Post

Higher tax bills coming: New law closes loop holes on French wealth tax

November 23, 2011

A new law enacted July 2011 significantly alters existing tax and trust rules in France. The new law affects the wealth...

Read Post

Maximize the potential of your property investment

November 22, 2011

Having the right information and choosing the right ownership structure can be key to maximizing the potential of your...

Read Post

After I have settled into my apartment, what are my continuing obligations?

October 23, 2011

Non-resident owners are expected to:...

Read Post

How is a real estate purchased completed in France? Do I need to be in France for the final signing?

October 22, 2011

Prior to the signing of the final purchase agreement, the notaire will send the buyer a completion statement showing the...

Read Post

Paris Mayor Delanoë sets his sights on owners of multiple vacation properties

October 5, 2011

Despite his...

Read Post

What are the necessary steps for purchasing a property in France?

September 24, 2011

The essential purchase process is divided into two stages.  First, the purchase is formalized by a preliminary contract...

Read Post

What should I know about property inspection in France?

September 22, 2011

Property purchase in France requires the seller to provide to the buyer the results of 6 required diagnostic...

Read Post

Who pays the broker fees? Buyer or Seller?

September 22, 2011

Agency fees are included in the advertised listing price for a property. Listing fees are ordinarily about 5%. The...

Read Post

Big capital gains tax changes in store for second home owners in France

September 18, 2011

In France, no capital gains tax is paid on the sale of a primary residence. However for second homeowners big changes...

Read Post

Paris tries to keep apartments from being rented by visitors

September 18, 2011

The allure of living in a Paris pied-à-terre for a week or month, and paying much less than for a hotel room, has...

Read Post

How you can own a piece of the French countryside

August 22, 2011

Normally, property in France doesn’t come cheap. But thanks to judicial reforms, there are a number of small-town...

Read Post