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French Property
Property Sales Increase to International Buyers
Sales of property in France to foreign nationals increased by 21% last year, with Brits accounting for 11% of all such sales.
01 Dec 2011
Which French Property Sale Contract to Use?
There are two different types of sale and purchase contract for French property, so which one should you use?
01 Nov 2011
Buyer Gets Damages for No Mains Drains
A seller has been condemned to pay damages after selling a house with no mains drainage.
05 Oct 2011
Fixture and Fittings in Property Sale Contracts
What is the difference between ‘fixtures’ and ‘fittings’ in French property law?
01 Sep 2011
Guide to Renting French Property
We are pleased to announce the release of our Guide to Renting Property in France.
01 Sep 2011
Building Land Sold Too Cheaply
A developer has been ordered to pay over €250,000 in compensation to a seller for land they purchased cheaply.
02 Aug 2011
Most Beautiful Villages in France
The most beautiful villages in France, as accredited by the association Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, listed by region and department.
13 Jul 2011
Swimming Pools Make a Splash
With most of France sizzling under a heatwave over the past few weeks, the construction of a private swimming pool has never been more popular.
05 Jul 2011
Property Picks Summer 2011
We have made a selection of great properties currently being advertised for sale on French-Property.com.
15 Jun 2011
Is it Possible to Exchange Properties in France?
A question that has been posed by a number of you in the past, so best we answer it for everyone.
15 Jun 2011
Buying Land Subject to Planning Consent
A recent case in the French courts highlights the risk of buying building land without first ensuring that the planning consent is beyond recall.
17 May 2011
Investment Properties Under EU Scrutiny
Tax breaks for investment properties in France have been judged ‘discriminatory’ by the European Commission.
01 Apr 2011
Lack of Disclosure Causes Sale to be Quashed
A seller who did not disclose the existence of an easement has had the sale quashed.
01 Apr 2011
Buyers Responsibility on Septic Tank
A report on the septic tank is now obligatory for property sales, and if it is found to be sub-standard the buyer may be left with responsibility for upgrading it.
15 Mar 2011
Buyer Defrauded Estate Agent of Commission
When the buyer is an accomplice to the fraudulent privation of the commission due to the estate agent, they are also liable for the damages payable.
15 Mar 2011
Termite Zones in France
The French government have published a map showing those areas of the country where termites are present.
15 Mar 2011
Selling Property in France
We are pleased to announce the launch of our on-line guide to selling property in France.
01 Mar 2011
Notaire Fees Rise By 7%
Notaires fees have been increased by an average of 7%, although it is the first increase since 2006.
01 Mar 2011
Estate Agents Duty of Care
An estate agent has been found liable in a French court for failing to at least ask a buyer how the purchase would be funded.
01 Mar 2011
