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The End of Fixed Telephone Line in France
Orange Telecom have announced the prospective end of fixed telephone lines as they move towards a completely digital network.
06 Sep 2018
Debit Card ‘Cashback’ in France
The government have granted retailers the right to offer debit card cashback to their customers, although whether either shops or shoppers want it remains to be seen.
06 Sep 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review Aug 2018
During August, the pound to euro exchange rate fluctuated between interbank highs of 1.1257 and lows of 1.0994 amid interest rate hikes and Brexit developments, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
06 Sep 2018
Telephone and Internet for Holiday Homes in France
What telephone and broadband options are available in France to second-home owners and those on a budget?
07 Aug 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review July 2018
The pound to euro exchange rate ranged between interbank levels of 1.11 and 1.13 last month, as markets digested economic data and prepared for higher UK interest rates, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
07 Aug 2018
French Banks Cards - Debit or Credit?
Bank cards in France are now ‘débit’ or ‘crédit’, but the descriptions are imposters.
07 Aug 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review June 2018
The pound to euro exchange rate declined in June, as markets weighed Brexit developments and European politics against a global backdrop of trade tensions writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
06 Jul 2018
Broadband Internet Plans in France
The French government has an ambitious plan for all households to have access to 'very-fast' broadband by 2022, but the cracks are already beginning to appear.
08 Jun 2018
House Insurance Costs in France 2018
How much might you expect to pay to insure your house in France this year?
08 Jun 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review May 2018
May was choppy for the pound to euro exchange rate as markets digested Bank of England developments, Brexit news, and important economic data, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
08 Jun 2018
Tax Debts and French Bank Accounts
The French tax authority are entitled to dip into your bank account to recover unpaid taxes, without the need for a court order.
08 Jun 2018
Death and Estate Administration in France
The administration of the French estate of a deceased proceeds via a notaire and the costs and duration of this process can be considerable.
08 Jun 2018
Guide to Banking in France
One of the early tasks of prospective French property owners is to open a French bank account.
08 May 2018
Car Registration Taxes in France
The taxes payable on registration of a new or second-hand vehicle have increased this year.
08 May 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review April 2018
April was a mixed month for sterling, which experienced some big swings against the euro, as markets tried to decide whether the Bank of England would raise interest rates, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
08 May 2018
The Cost of a French Marriage Contract
Many international couples enter into a French marriage contract for inheritance planning purposes, but some notaires appear to be charging unnecessary fees for such work.
06 Apr 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review March 2018
The pound to euro exchange rate began March at interbank levels of €1.12, but rose above €1.14, briefly reaching a two-month high at €1.15, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
06 Apr 2018
Smart Electricity Meter Programme Under Fire
The French national audit office has criticised the roll-out of electricity smart meters as ‘costly’ for users and ‘generous’ for EDF.
07 Mar 2018
Legal Aid in France 2018
The income thresholds to obtain legal aid in France have been increased for 2018, but there are also other ways of obtaining assistance with legal advice.
07 Mar 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review February 2018
February was a volatile month for the pound to euro exchange rate, with some dramatic peaks and falls taking place, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
07 Mar 2018
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