Archived Newsletter Issue 85 : Friday 30 July 2010
Inside you will find general news on France, as well as information and advice about buying property and living in France.
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David Yeates editor@french-property.com
Best Sunscreens for Your Holiday in France
A consumer review of the main high protection sunscreens in France offers reassuring confirmation of the quality of the products on the market.
30 Jul 2010
Quality of Bathing Water in France
The French government have made available a dedicated site in English to check the quality of bathing water anywhere in the country.
30 Jul 2010
Halo Financial Sponsoring the 'French Village'
We are pleased to announce that Halo Financial will be sponsoring the French Property Exhibition 'The French Village', at the A Place in the Sun Live NEC property exhibition, 1st-3rd Oct.
30 Jul 2010
A New Transport Plan for France
A new transport plan for France gives overwhelming priority to development of the rail network.
30 Jul 2010
Couple Caught in Fake Landlord Rental Scam
An English couple handed over €550 as a deposit on a rental property that did not exist.
30 Jul 2010
Payment By French Credit or Debit Card
Can a shop or restaurant in France refuse payment by bank card?
30 Jul 2010
House Prices Rise by 1.2% in First Quarter
French notaires report house prices increased by an average of 1.2% in the first quarter of 2010, although there were substantial differences across the country.
30 Jul 2010
VAT on Property Renovation Projects
VAT is normally payable at the reduced rate of 5% on property renovation works, but not in all cases.
30 Jul 2010
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