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France's Diverse Landscape of Sporting Excellence
As we gear up for a busy summer sports season, we serve you something different, potentially controversial! This blog post is a comprehensive guide to French sports and can be a valuable resource for sports enthusiasts in…
Twenty Years of Realising French Property Dreams
For two decades, our property portal proudly served as your one-stop gateway to owning a piece of paradise in France. Our sole aim as an independent limited company is to make your journey towards purchasing your dream French…
Digital Cohesion Broadband Cable Support in France
When potential and future buyers enquire about a property, one of the most common questions we receive is about the quality and type of internet service available. Nowadays, fast and reliable internet access is necessary…
Buying Property and Real Estate in France in 2024
Here's your comprehensive guide to successfully finding and buying your French property in 2024, designed to help second-home buyers and investors into this new year. As you embark on your French adventure, staying abreast…
Ski Holidays and Winter Fun in the Pyrénées
Thank you, Beth, for your New Year wishes and your latest contribution, this time all about ski fun and winter activities in the Pyrénées in glorious southwest France.     "Bonne Année! I hope…
Our Guide to Buying a Gîte
For many, the idea of running a French gîte evokes visions of idyllic countryside, trips to local markets to provide for paying guests, and a peaceful new life with the possibility to pursue other activities out of…
Do I Need a DPE to Sell My French House?
If you are planning to sell your French house, there are certain legal obligations that you must fulfil before listing the property for potential buyers. One of these obligations is to organise and conduct various Diagnostic…
Do I Need to Charge VAT on Rental Income in France?
If you wish to recover the VAT on acquisition, construction, reconstruction and improvement costs, you must charge VAT on rents and the sale of the real estate. In principle, a rental business provides a ‘service’…
French Property Market Report 2023 & Trends for 2024
As the end-of-year celebrations commence and we prepare to say goodbye to 2023, we review the French Property Market Report for the past twelve months and explore real estate trends and opportunities for 2024. About the…
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