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Launch of France Insider
Today we announce the launch of 'France Insider', a subscription based service which replaces the existing news service.
07 Dec 2021
Planning Applications - Public Right of Information
The public right of information to land planning applications in France is tightly prescribed, so obtaining early notice about proposed neighbouring developments is often not easy.
03 Dec 2021
Thirty-Seven Departments Increase Speed Limit
Thirty-seven departments in France have re-introduced a 90km/h speed limit on some of their roads.
29 Nov 2021
Moving to France After Brexit
With the UK now out of the EU, what are the procedures for obtaining a legal right to live in France? Updated 26th Nov 2021.
26 Nov 2021
Small Business Rates in France 2021
Most business owners and landlords of furnished accommodation in France are liable for local business rates, which are payable this month, although there are exemptions in place.
26 Nov 2021
Guide to Buying Property in France 2021
We are pleased to announce the latest release of our FREE 40-page guide to the legal aspects of buying property in France.
25 Nov 2021
Cleaning of Chimneys and Flue Pipes
What are the regulations and costs for chimney cleaning in France?
23 Nov 2021
Where are France's Empty Homes?
A new study identifies those communes where the percentage number of long-term empty homes is highest, in some cases over 20% of the housing stock.
19 Nov 2021
Brexit: Moving Household Goods to France
Now that the UK has left the EU, what are the customs rules for moving your possessions to a property in France?
17 Nov 2021
Discharge from Hospital in France
There are a range of of after-care services available on discharge from hospital in France, but they operate in a somewhat fragmented manner.
16 Nov 2021
House Prices in the Dordogne
House prices in Dordogne vary by an average of over 100% between the most and least expensive areas.
12 Nov 2021
Wind Farm a Health 'Nuisance'
A Belgian couple living in the department of Tarn have won €128,000 in damages due to a wind farm near their property.
09 Nov 2021
New French Inheritance Law Under EU Investigation
The European Commission has launched an investigation into a new French law which conflicts with European precepts on cross-border successions.
07 Nov 2021
Brexit 'WARP' Visa Rules and Application Process
What are the rules and procedures for obtaining a Brexit 'WARP' visa during the transition process? Updated 19th Oct 2021.
04 Nov 2021
Houses Prices in Ariège
House sales in the Ariège department of France have grown strongly this year, despite which prices have remained stable or fallen.
03 Nov 2021
Is Food More Expensive in France?
Apparently so, according to a recent study by the European Commission, who found that food is around 25% more expensive in France than in the UK.
29 Oct 2021
Taxe Foncière 2021
Last month, the French tax authority sent out to all home-owners their annual taxe foncière rates bill.
26 Oct 2021
The Legal Protection Against ‘Vices Cachés’
Property buyers in France are afforded legal protection against hidden or latent defects, but just how does it operate?
22 Oct 2021
Rights of First Refusal on French Property
Securing preferential rights on the future sale of land or property that is not currently on the market.
19 Oct 2021
House Prices in the Loire
The notaires have recently published their half-year review of house prices for the Loire department of France.
15 Oct 2021
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