Archived Newsletter Issue 99 : Tuesday 15 March 2011
We feature in this issue an article about a legal case concerning the commission payable to an estate agent.
The decision in this case is particularly important, as both buyer and seller were found guilty and ordered to pay damages.
When the issue of liability for an agents commission is often disputed between buyer and seller, the case does make rather clear that neither can necessarily escape culpability when fraud is involved.
David Yeates editor@french-property.com
Tax Shield to be Abolished
The government has announced the abolition of the bouclier fiscal, as the first step to the effective abolition of the wealth tax.
15 Mar 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
Over €5000 in Fees to Gift My Property!
Are notaire fees really that high when you want to make a gift of property?
15 Mar 2011
Alpine Ski Property Prices in 2010
There has been considerable variation in the price of ski properties in the French Alps, say the French notaires.
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
Buying Prescription Glasses in France
Buying prescription glasses in France is not quite as straightforward as walking into Specsavers, although many are now simply turning to the internet.
15 Mar 2011
French Village at A Place in the Sun Live
Our largest French Village took place at the A Place in the Sun Live exhibition London last weekend.
15 Mar 2011
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