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Ownership Essentials

Why Smart Paris Owners Document Everything Before Starting A Major Renovation

October 7, 2025

A bailiff's certification can protect you from neighbor disputes before the first hammer falls on your renovation...

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Why Owning a Home in the City of Light Costs Less Than You Think

September 19, 2025

While purchase prices make headlines, the real story lies in what happens after you get the keys...

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Elevating Elegance: 3 Strategic Improvements to Maximize Your Paris Property's Value 

August 28, 2025

The allure of a Paris apartment is undeniable, but in a competitive luxury real estate market, strategic improvements...

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Avoid These Three Common Pitfalls When Buying Real Estate in Paris

July 29, 2025

Dreaming of a Parisian apartment? The allure of owning property in Paris is undeniable. From charming Haussmannian flats...

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Parisian Perfection: Unveiling the Allure of a Balcony in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

July 9, 2025

The dream of owning an apartment in Paris often comes with a very specific, sun-drenched vision: sipping coffee on a...

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Why Barcelona's Short-Term Rental Ban Could Never Happen in Paris: The Critical Difference in Permit Systems

June 23, 2025

In a landmark decision that sent shockwaves through the European short-term rental market, Barcelona announced in June...

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Direct Sale vs. Promesse de Vente: Understanding the Distinction

June 17, 2025

Buying and Selling property in France involves unique legal considerations, particularly when choosing between a "direct...

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French Mortgages in 2025: Why Non-Resident International Buyers Should Consider French Financing

June 2, 2025

After years of elevated interest rates that cooled the French property market, 2025 is emerging as a remarkable...

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A Lift in the City of Lights: The Enduring Charm (and Challenges) of Elevators in Parisian Apartments

May 29, 2025

Ah, Paris! The city of exquisite architecture, charming cobblestone streets, and… an enduring love affair with the...

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Dollar to Euro: Currency Exchange Companies vs. Wise for Your Paris Property Purchase

May 27, 2025

When buying property in Paris and managing ongoing expenses from abroad, choosing the right currency conversion service...

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Paris Bans Key Lockboxes in Latest Effort to Limit Short-Term Rentals

February 10, 2025

The Mayor of Paris has issued a new decree on January 24th prohibiting the installation of lockboxes and key storage...

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The Secret to Living on the Champs-Élysées for $215 per Month: Paris’s Hidden Housing Solution

November 15, 2024

In a city where median rents reach €39 ($42) per square foot, an innovative housing solution is allowing some lucky...

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