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French Property RamblingsFrench Property RamblingsObservations about Living in France, Buying a property in France, and the real estate market in France. The influence of media, search engines and technical innovations. Articles
Gîtes in France - can you still make a living?
2007-10-18 00:10:00 The gîte market in Franc e is ultra-competitive - but this doesn’t mean it is impossible to earn an income. However, to make it work you have to be committed, focused and tough More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Living , Make
Bargain Properties in France
2007-09-12 03:09:00 Autumn tends to be an active time for foreign buyers in Franc e . The holidaymakers are returning home and serious buyers are returning to the market. But after years of rising prices, finding bargains is harder than ever. Average Price rises: Last year 15%, Over five years 73% So it is growing more difficult to find bargain properties ... More About: Bargain , Properties , Prop
Dordogne - Brits Happy Hunting Ground
2007-09-07 03:09:00 The Dordogne in the Aquitaine region of France remains one of the most popular areas of France for British holiday-makers, and buyers of holiday homes!The good news is that property prices have been dropping over the last few months. There are some good bargains around. As always be prepared to negotiate - try a reasonable ... More About: Ground , Happy , Hunting , Hunt , Ordo
Good News Bad News on French Property
2007-09-07 03:09:00 Do you want to hear the good news first or the bad news?Good News - President Sarkozy has introduced some new measures. So the good news - three significant changes. On IHT (Inheritance Tax): There is an exemption for husband and wife, and the exemption has increased to 150,000 euros for each child. French Wealth Tax On ... More About: Property , Good News , Bad News
Welcome to French Property Ramblings
2007-08-30 22:54:00 window.document.getElementById('post-174' ).parentNode.className += ' adhesive_post';We hope you find our articles, tips and latest news about French Prop erty useful and enjoyable. The Blog is constantly updated so bookmark us and come back soon! Tags French Property More About: Pert , Rope
Buy to let in France
2007-08-11 02:08:00 More and more overseas buyers are looking to make money from their French properties by letting them out. Here are some guidelines to follow when considering a buy to let purchase in Franc e . More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Buy to let
Buying Investment Property in France
2007-08-11 01:08:00 There was a time when the French property market for overseas buyers mainly meant second homes. Then a few brave souls started to buy homes in live in France , followed by if not a torrent at least a steady flow of others since around 2000. More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Buying , Investment , Investment Property
Why overseas buyers are choosing new build property in France
2007-08-11 00:08:00 Once upon a time foreign purchasers were only interested in buying a magnificent maison de maître or a charming château. Not any more. As Michael Streeter reports, new build, off-plan, new developments – call them what you will – are now in vogue more. More: continued here Tags French Property More About: France , Build , Buyers , Seas
Spanish property share ?crash?. Could it happen in France?
2007-08-04 03:08:00 There have been fears that the Spanish property market could be in for a crash after the panic selling of shares in property-related firms. Michael Streeter considers whether the French housing market could suffer a similar fate more… More: continued here Tags French Property More About: France , Share , Crash
Tax amnesty for overseas owners
2007-08-04 03:08:00 UK residents with an overseas income, including people letting out second homes in France, have been granted a limited period in which they can declare their income – without incurring the usual full penalty more… More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Amnesty , Seas , Overseas , Owners
Will new TGV line boost house prices?
2007-08-04 03:08:00 The opening of the new high speed rail connection between Paris, Strasbourg and beyond has dramatically cut journey times. But will it also result in a housing boom in the region? More: continued here Tags French Property More About: House , House Prices , Line , Boost , Ouse
Integrating in France is not just about which property you buy or learning
2007-08-04 03:08:00 Dordogne based estate agent Gerry O’Neill tackles the delicate subject of overseas buyers and how to integrate with the French – and argues that it involves more than simply learning the language More: continued here Tags French Prop erty More About: France , Learning , Earning
Unmarried and buying in France? An SCI could be the answer.
2007-08-04 02:08:00 Lawyer Susan Busby examines a way that unmarried partners purchasing a property together in France can reduce their potential inheritance tax liability – using what is called a Société Civil Immobilière Tontinière More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Buying , Answer , The A , Married
It is gas and electricity deregulation, but not as we know it
2007-08-04 02:08:00 The supply of energy to households in France has now been liberalised, though the restrictions on it means few French residents are likely to swap suppliers. But if they do, the new rules could spell headaches for some homeowners… More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Electricity
Long Term Rental Tips - Getting the most from your property
2007-08-04 01:08:00 If you’re letting your property out in France you might want to consider longer-term lets, especially over the long dark winter months. Ross Husband of RentaplaceinFrance.com offers his advice on how to make the most of your letting potential more… More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Rental , Tips , Long , Term
Have a financial health check up when moving to France
2007-08-04 01:08:00 You’ve made the decision to move to France , but have you thought everything through financially? Tony Wilcox, Managing Director of Bank of Scotland International, argues that it pays to get money matters sorted out before you go. More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Health , Financial , Moving , Check
Get FrenchEntre Property articles for your website!
2007-08-04 00:08:00 Interested in displaying the latest FrenchEntrée news on your website? FrenchEntrée offers a guide on how to add the FrenchEntrée content to your own website. More: continued here Tags French Property More About: Website , Articles , Chen , Artic
Investors benefit from boost in French property market
2007-08-02 01:08:00 Nicolas Sarkozy’s election as French president is helping to drive a surge in the country’s property market, website holidaylettings.co.uk has reported.Trevor Leggett, executive director of real estate firm Leggett Immobilier, commented to the site that new reforms by the incoming administration are helping to drive interest from overseas investors. Buy-to-let opportunities They are also encouraging greater ... More About: Market , Property , Investors , Boost
New flights to France?s slopes launched
2007-07-31 03:07:00 Heading to Franc e ’s ski resorts has just become that bit easier after an airline has announced the launch of a new flight headed straight from the UK to the mountains.Tourists are expected to flock to the resort of Chambrey over the ski season when Astraeus Flystar introduces direct flights from Gatwick airport. Head to the slopes Skiers ... More About: Flights , Launched , Lopes
Accessible ski resorts ?good news for investors?
2007-07-31 03:07:00 Investors thinking of purchasing property in one of France’s numerous ski resorts are likely to see high returns, according to one expert.French property specialist Trisha Mason revealed that thanks to the accessibility of France’s slopes throughout the year, investors have a "greater chance" of summer income as well as rent in the winter months. Altitude an ... More About: News , Good News , Resorts , Good , Investors
France ?good value? for property investors
2007-07-31 02:07:00 A rental expert has said that Brits considering purchasing a buy-to-let property in France should think about the sort of people they want to attract before they seal the deal, Assetz reports. Ross Elder, managing director of short-term rental website Holiday Lettings, said: "House prices are increasing in France, but as long as the investor ... More About: Property , Good , Investors , Prop
Know the law when retiring to France
2007-07-31 02:07:00 Retiring to Franc e can be one of the most satisfying moves of a person’s life but to make sure it all goes smoothly, it is a good idea to double check some of the legal issues which may arise.According to Heyday, a membership organisation for Brits approaching retirement, many older people head overseas without getting ... More About: The Law
Leaseback ?popular with ski investors?
2007-07-31 01:07:00 French leaseback property is particularly popular with Brits who are investing in ski resorts, one expert has claimed.Ewan McGarrie, chief executive of Property Investment.co.uk, said that the scheme was becoming increasingly attractive to those who were buying on the slopes - particularly in France. Guaranteed rental income French leaseback provides the owner with a guaranteed rental income ... More About: Popular , Investors , Ease , Pula
Take care with French tax laws
2007-07-31 01:07:00 The dream of investing in overseas property has now become a reality for nearly £1 million Brits, many of who choose to buy a home in France.But it seems that many people are getting themselves into difficulties because they are not up to speed on issues regarding French law, taxes and potential financial risks. Know your ... More About: Laws , Care
Retire in style with Eurostar
2007-07-31 00:07:00 Many people dream of retiring to France but are concerned that they will struggle to go back and forth to the UK and visit friends and family.But heading across the English Channel has just been made that bit easier with tickets for the new St Pancras-based Euros tar going on sale this week.Although the train has ... More About: Style , In Style , Retire
Chic Riviera still proving a hit
2007-07-21 03:07:00 A property expert has revealed that the stunning French Riviera may be the ideal place to buy property as its popularity with the rich and famous was making it an "exclusive" place to be seen.According to French estate agent Cluttons, the area also has a limited amount of plots to buy, therefore adding to the ... More About: Ving , Viera
Retiring to Limousin
2007-07-21 02:07:00 If you are thinking of retiring to France but are yet to decide where to live out your days, it may be worth considering a place in Limousin.France is fast becoming one of the most popular places for older people to buy, which in some areas has caused property prices to rise.But Limousin, which is ...
French property to ?outperform UK?
2007-07-19 02:07:00 A property expert has revealed that European property, and in particular French , will outperform the UK in all sectors.According to Ben Stirling, head of European property at Morley, rental growth predictions each year for the next four years see a 6.6 per cent annual return across the continent. Good returns on French rentals This is a rise ... More About: Property , Prop , Perform , Pert
Tour ?brings investors in?
2007-07-17 03:07:00 Investors who are thinking of buying French property should consider taking advantage of the positive coverage the country will receive during the world famous Tour de France.In what has been described by property experts as a "brilliant, three-week advertisement for France", the event is likely bring thousands more tourists to the country after they catch ... More About: Investors
Investment across France
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