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Money & Finance
Sterling Euro Currency Review Q4 2012
Sterling performed negatively against the euro in Q4 as fears of a triple dip recession gripped the UK, writes Ben Scott.
08 Jan 2013
Health Cover Social Charges and French Pensions
Obtaining a French retirement pension could mean you lose your S1 health cover and pay more in taxes than you receive in pension income.
08 Jan 2013
Debt Recovery Disputes in France
The process of taking court proceedings for recovery of a debt in France, or within Europe, is surprisingly simple and inexpensive.
04 Dec 2012
Working Tax Credits for Small Business Owners
France has in place a system of working tax credits, available to both small business owners and employees.
01 Nov 2012
Why Does the Euro Remain so strong?
Sterling traded positively against the euro at the start of the third quarter, but later lost ground due to deteriorating economic conditions in the UK, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
04 Oct 2012
Best Mobile Phone Offers in France 2012
The cost of running a mobile phone in France has fallen substantially this year. We review the best offers.
04 Oct 2012
Grants and Loans for University Students in France
Resident foreign university students in France can obtain a range of grants and loans to finance their studies.
04 Sep 2012
Taxation of Savings and Investments in France in 2012
We review the rates of taxation that are paid on the main forms of savings and investments in France for 2012.
04 Sep 2012
Does a French Mortgage Make Sense?
With interest rates falling in France does it make sense to take out a French mortgage, asks Robert Hunt of International Private Finance?
01 Aug 2012
School Grants to Rise by 25%
School grants in France have been increased by a thumping 25% from September.
03 Jul 2012
Use and Abuse of Direct Debits
The use of direct debits to pay regular bills in France presents both conveniences and certain disadvantages.
03 Jul 2012
Sterling/Euro Currency Review Q2 2012
Sterling continued trading in a positive, yet tight, range against the euro throughout Q2 2012, writes Ben Scott.
03 Jul 2012
Home Insurance and Natural Disasters
The statutory scheme of house insurance for natural disasters is to be reformed, including mandatory soil investigations for new homes.
01 Jun 2012
What is an Average Electricity Charge?
When a high electricity bill dropped through his letter box, it prompted Philip Voice to question the cost of electricity in France.
01 May 2012
Sterling/Euro Currency Review Q1 2012
Sterling traded in a narrow range against the euro in the first quarter, and failed again to take advantage of continuing difficulties in the Eurozone, writes Ben Scott.
05 Apr 2012
Bank Robbery Over Interest Charges
Banks in France are imposing excessive charges on bank overdrafts, according to a leading French consumer group.
05 Apr 2012
Veterinary Bills in France
Doctor’s fees may well be regulated in France, but that is not the case for veterinary bills. So what can you expect to pay?
06 Mar 2012
Grants and Loans for Energy Conservation
Grants for energy conservation works have not escaped budget cuts, but they are also now available with an interest free loan.
06 Mar 2012
Mortgage Costs for Property in France
A mortgage at the lowest rate should not be the only consideration in the selection of funding for your French property.
23 Feb 2012
Why Hasn’t the Euro Collapsed?
With all the problems that Europe is facing, you could be forgiven for thinking the euro itself ought to be exceptionally weak, says David Johnson of Halo Financial.
23 Feb 2012
