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Lyon à la Carte
Lyon has a population of 516,000 residents with an average age of just 37 years. It is the second university town in France counting 140,000 students learning in 37 different Universities and Campuses including 20,000 from…
Avignon à la Carte
Located in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region , the city of Avignon counts more than 91,700 residents. With it's gorgeous cobblestone lanes bordered by plane trees, it's numerous cultural…
How to Apply for French Citizenship with NATALI
There are more and more settled expats who have been living in France for a while, wanting to become French and are applying for ' la Nationalité Française ', post-Brexit. This can be a daunting and long process;…
Bordeaux à la Carte
If rental investment in Bordeaux is so interesting, it is largely thanks to its economic dynamism and diversity. Thanks to the excellent demographic development of the capital city of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region , Bordeaux's…
What is a Livret A Saving Account in France?
Livret A is a simple savings account with instant withdrawal access that's historically been very popular in France , a kind of on demand tax free savers account, it is similar to an ISA account in the UK. In September 2024,…
Top-Class Currency Transfer Service for France
Here at MFH we believe in team work and transparency. We didn't setup in business to charge for ad space or collect data to pass on to third parties, we enjoy keeping our clients happy and care about their privacy. We fully…
Buy à la Carte in Toulouse
Capital of the Occitanie region , Toulouse is home to more than 485,000 residents (intra-muros) and more than a million overall making it the fourth most populated city in France. Les Toulousains - the people of Toulouse…
Our Guide to Telephone Numbers and Area Codes
This new article is about phone numbers in beautiful France , all telephone numbers and how to use them. France uses a 10-digit system with the first two digits indicating a mobile phone, a non-geographic number or…
Buy à la Carte in Montpellier
Montpellier is a young and vibrant city that attracts many people from various backgrounds, it is often called the "Paris of the South". A modern metropolis located in the Hérault department in Occitanie , it attracts…
Occitanie is the New Provence
If you are looking for a region brimming with culture, easy to reach, and beautiful beyond measure, Occitanie delivers in spades. Situated in the south of France, " Le Midi ", between the Mediterranean Sea and the…
Buy à la Carte in Nice
Are you looking for a home in Nice or a property for investment on the Côte d'Azur but you are not able to be there or don't have the knowledge to carry out your project alone? Don't panic, whether for your second…
Guide for Australian Citizens Buying Property in France
This is our Essential Guide for Australian buyers wanting to buy property or invest in real estate in the main cities of France. We have witnessed increased interest from Australians looking to buy property in beautiful…
Angers à la Carte
Elected " best city to invest " by real estate specialist SeLoger in 2019, Angers is not lacking in assets. Angers stands out for the quality of its excellent inner city public transport system with trams and a large…
Learn about Ameli, the French Online Health Service
Ameli is an online platform for the Assurance Maladie , the health insurance system in France. The name Ameli is an acronym for 'assurance maladie en ligne ', meaning 'health insurance online'. A digital service has been…
Buy à la Carte in Rennes
Rennes, a city that feels just right ... the capital of Brittany with more than 200,000 residents, Rennes is famous for its lively atmosphere while keeping alive old Breton traditions. If the Rennes real estate market is…
Brexit Guide for British Buyers
Now that the UK is out of the European Union, retiring, working, studying and travelling to France has become more complicated, and the same applies to buying property . To help you understand the main points post-Brexit,…
2022 Annual Market Report
The Notaires de France have published their annual market report for 2022 and the trends for the start of 2023 (for residential sales only, not commercial or business real estate). To summarise their report, 2022 will be…
Our French Chateau Escape from Everyday American Life
Following on from Sharon's chateau story , this week's article is from a couple of happy France-loving American customers who secured their dream chateau in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes this year. Their love of…
Compulsory Boiler Service and Thermostat Check
Here's some property news concerning all owners of French property, expats living in France and future buyers. There are new rules coming into place to improve boiler efficiency, this is part of the winters energy saving…
Emergency Telephone Numbers and Helplines in France
In a case of an emergency in France , here are the main telephone numbers to use if you live, or you are holidaying there, even from your mobile/cell phone. First make sure that it is safe to call, if unsure if it's a medical…
International Travel Insurance Service for Expats in France
If you are an expat in France preparing to travel to your next dream holiday destination, you should ensure that you, your family and your belongings are suitably covered before you hop on the plane or the ferry. Have you…
French Property Market Analysis - September 2022
Is the French real estate starting to turn and level off? Not just yet, according to the Notaires-Insee index published early September, at best the beginning of a soft landing. The Insee Reference Index is Out for Analysis…
Award-Winning French Portal
The International Property Awards celebrates the highest levels of achievement by businesses from all sectors of the property and real estate industry. Notably, the awards are presented based on a scoring system, with the…
Happy Family in their Dream French Chateau
It's always great to receive feedback from satisfied buyers , this is especially true after a very long time searching for that dream historic property in France. The Dream Château This special property is a restored…
What's a RIB in France? How Can I Get One?
"RIB" is the abbreviation for Relevé d’Identité Bancaire, which means "Banking ID Details" in English. These details are necessary when you open a bank account with a French bank or purchase a property…
Property Succession Laws: Tontine and Unmarried Couples
When planning to buy French real estate , navigating inheritance laws can be complex. In France, the system of forced heirship significantly impacts estate planning. Under this system, certain family members, particularly…
Invest in a Villa in France or Spain, which is Best?
Moving abroad can be all sunshine (literally) and rainbows, exciting adventures and opening doors to new possibilities but, such a move comes with big implications and a lot of information to take in along the way. There…
Moving To France with Horses
Pre-Travel Requirements for Horses Veterinary and Health Checks Owners of horses must ensure that their animals have: pre-travel residency or isolation, blood tests, export health certificates (EHC), and customs declarations…
French Property Market Analysis - 1st Quarter 2022
To sum up our French Property Market Analysis this first Quarter of 2022, Sales are up, Demand is up, Prices Are Up, Properties are Scarce ... There are some big changes happening in the French real estate market according…
Rebates for UK Owners
Before Brexit, taxpayers living in the UK who were liable to the French social charge paid a reduced rate of 7.5% (usually 17.2%) on their French real estate income and capital gains. This arose under the EU Directive on…
A to Z to Buying Property and Real Estate in France
Our A to Z of Buying French Property Here’s our A to Z guide to buying your dream property in France ; we tried to make it as relevant and informative as possible to help you navigate some of the common terms you will…
Convert to the Metric System, and Fahrenheit to Celsius
Once you start house hunting in France , you soon realise there's a whole new range of words, property types, legal terms, French terminology and metric-based measurements to get accustomed to. Some people find this to be…
Lush and Dramatic Normandy
North of Brittany, sits the lush and dramatic landscape of the Normandy region . From naturally sculpted white rock coastlines to serene rolling countryside, the region offers a range of properties to suit all budgets and…
2022 It's Champagne Time
It’s been another challenging one but again, this year seems to have flown by quickly, probably due to the fact we’ve been so incredibly busy on all fronts, all year. The very last vine leaf has fallen, pruning’s…
Apartments and Chalets in the Best Ski Resorts in the Alps
Autumn is well underway, and many families are turning their attention to winter holidays, particularly those who enjoy the cold and ski activities . One of the most popular destinations for winter fun is the French…
