Archived Newsletter Issue 202 : Monday 08 October 2018
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
Complaints Against French Notaires
Notaires in France have a privileged status, but their competence and conduct can sometimes fall short of the standards required for such an important role.
18 Dec 2021
Detached Workers’ Regulations in France
Detached workers' regulations in France have been tightened up, and may yet still apply to the UK even after Brexit.
08 Oct 2018
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
PUMA Health Charge to be Overhauled
The government have announced that the law on the PUMA health charge is to be changed, but it is unlikely there will be further clarity for early retirees.
08 Oct 2018
Guide to Driving in France
We are pleased to announce our new Guide to Driving in France.
08 Oct 2018
Declaration of Spouse in a French Business
Sanctions are to be tightened against business owners who do not declare that their spouse works for the business.
08 Oct 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review Sept 2018
The pound to euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate traded between interbank levels of €1.1059 and €1.1292 in September as Brexit continued to fuel sterling movements, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
08 Oct 2018
Non-Resident or Resident in France?
The double tax treaty between the UK and France has prevailed over French national law in a case concerning residency status.
08 Oct 2018
Premium, Freephone and Emergency Telephone Numbers in France
A use of non-geographic telephone numbers is widespread in France, sometimes free, on other occasions subject to a confusing set of tariffs.**
07 Jan 2014
Payment of Taxe Foncière
With the bill for the taxe foncière on the increase every year, it makes sense to set up a monthly direct debit with the tax office to spread the pain over the year.
08 Oct 2018
Social Charges New Court Ruling
A ruling in the French courts opens the way for more claims to be made over the liability of many international owners of French property to the social charges.
08 Oct 2018
Private Vendor Property Picks - October 2018
A selection of properties for sale throughout France currently being advertised by private vendors on our website.
08 Oct 2018
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