Newsletter Issue 176: 03/08/2016

Welcome to the latest issue of the French Property Newsletter.

Inside you will find practical information and advice on French property ownership, visiting France and living in France.

We are always interested in hearing from you, as your experiences and queries make a significant contribution to our own knowledge and understanding.

David Yeates
editor@french-property.com

House Prices in France Qtr 1 2016 The notaires report that house prices across France rose by 0.9% in the first quarter of the year, but forecast no major change in prices over the year.
French Property Market 03/08/2016

Occitanie? Hauts de France? Grand Est? The names of the new administrative regions of France have now been chosen, but not without significant controversy and compromise.
French Life 03/08/2016

The French Village at NEC Birmingham 2016 Come and find out about the implications of Brexit at the ‘French Village’, A Place in the Sun Live international property exhibition, NEC Birmingham, 23rd to 25th Sep...
Site News 05/09/2016

Advertise at A Place in the Sun Live, NEC Birmi... Advertise your property for sale in our French Village at A Place in the Sun Live, NEC Birmingham, and get six months advertising on our main property portal.
Site News 03/08/2016

Bereavement Payments in France The social security system in France provides for a capital sum to be paid to the dependants of a deceased business owner or employee in France.
Money in France 03/08/2016

Business Contracts in English Language Is the use of the French language obligatory in business contracts in France?
Business in France 03/08/2016

Most Expensive Autoroutes in France Toll charges apply on most autoroutes in France, with rates that vary between €0.03 to €0.16 per kilometre.
Travel in France 03/08/2016

France Orange Call-Out Charges The French telecoms provider Orange imposes a default charge for troubleshooting visits by a technician, but one only the unwary normally need pay.
Money in France 03/08/2016

House Insurance for Holiday Rentals in France Holiday rental property insurance options in France for both landlords and their guests.
Money in France 03/06/2014

Vineyard Prices in France 2015 Vineyard prices in France rose by an average of 3.0% last year, with the average price for an AOP vineyard outside Champagne reaching €64,100 a hectare.
French Property Market 03/08/2016

UK Court Divorce Ruling Applies in France A French court has ruled that the decision of a UK court to award financial compensation in a cross-border divorce case is final, despite false residency claims.
Money in France 03/08/2016

Sterling Stable in July after Brexit Free Fall July saw sterling finally recover some stability after the significant volatility seen in recent months, writes Ben Scott.
Money in France 03/08/2016

Guide to French Health System The latest release of our free guide to the French health system, covering rights of access, the registration process, charges, and receiving health care.
Health in France 03/08/2016

Insulation Requirements on Property Renovation Substantial new roof and wall insulation requirements have been imposed on building renovation projects, although with a number of important derogations.
Building & Renovation 03/08/2016

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