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Service Charges in Apartments in France 2016
The annual service charge for an apartment in France rose 4% last year, according to a recently published survey.
08 Aug 2017
Brexit Impacts on Sales to British Buyers
Brexit has created some hesitancy amongst British buyers of French property, with sales last year slightly down on 2015.
11 Jul 2017
Brexit Negotiations and Citizens' Rights
The British government and European Commission look set to agree on the protected status of UK expats in Europe following Brexit.
11 Jul 2017
Where to Buy Cheap Property in Brittany
The cheapest villages in Brittany in which to buy a house, for an average price as low as €53,000.
11 Jul 2017
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review June 2017
The pound to euro exchange rate experienced swings between €1.1552 and €1.1270 in June due to the UK general election result and ongoing political chaos, writes Ben Scott.
11 Jul 2017
Notaire Cannot Ignore 'Catastrophe Naturelle'
Sellers who deceived a buyer over the condition of their property successfully sue the notaire for negligence!
11 Jul 2017
French Property Rates in 2017
Local rates bills have remained broadly unchanged this year, with the average amount payable by each household around €2,000.
11 Jul 2017
Rural House Prices in France
The French rural land agency SAFER have produced a useful analysis of the price of country property in France and the most popular areas for international buyers.
11 Jul 2017
Camping Market in France
Campsites in France increasingly resemble holiday villages, with chalet accommodation, a range of leisure facilities, shopping, restaurants and bars.
11 Jul 2017
Rent Levels in French Towns and Cities
According to a recent survey, rent levels in the towns and cities of France averaged €12.60m2 last year, but with substantial variations across the country.
11 Jul 2017
Best Village in France 2017
The village of Kaysersberg in Haut-Rhin been chosen by the French as their favourite village this year.
11 Jul 2017
Sterling Euro Review May 2017
The sterling to euro exchange rate fluctuated in May between €1.1432 and €1.1919, with the pound’s major weakness the political instability that continues to impact the UK, writes Ben Scott.
13 Jun 2017
House Prices in France 2014-16
The movement in house prices in France over the past three years shows substantial variation across the country, but with few signs of any significant increase in prices.
13 Jun 2017
Business Start-Up Social Security Charges
The level of social security charges for a new business have been revised for 2017, excepting those who have micro-entrepreneur tax status.
13 Jun 2017
Lake Properties For Sale - June 2017
A selection of lakes and properties with lakes in France for sale, currently being advertised on LakesFrance.com, part of French-Property.com network.
13 Jun 2017
Social Charges Increase in 2018
Social charges on pension income, investment income and capital gains are set to increase, although not everyone is destined to pay more.
13 Jun 2017
Best Summer Festivals in France 2017
Our choice of the best summer festivals throughout France in 2017 to suit all ages, tastes and budgets.
13 Jun 2017
Small Business Reforms Under President Macron
The programme of change proposed by the new French President Emmanuel Macron includes several measures aimed at stimulating small business growth.
13 Jun 2017
Increase in French GP Charges
Since last month the charge for a visit to your French doctor has increased from €23 to €25, the first such increase since 2011.
13 Jun 2017
New Statutory Surveys on Rental Properties
Landlords in France are required to provide several survey reports to tenants, an obligation that is soon to become more substantial.
13 Jun 2017
