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Money & Finance
Is it Time to Reform Assurance Vie ?
The French government audit office has called for a reform of the hugely popular assurance vie investment policies.
23 Feb 2012
Sterling/Euro Currency Review Q4 2011
Sterling made significant gains against the euro in the final quarter of 2011, but it remains unclear if it can consolidate above €1.20, writes Ben Scott.
01 Feb 2012
The Difficulties of Equity Release in France
The use of equity release may be a tempting option for some, but the practical realities make it one that is available and suitable for only a few.
01 Feb 2012
Water and Sanitation Charges in the South West
Domestic water and sanitation charges in South West France have risen by an average of 7% in the last two years to an average of €3.63m³.
04 Jan 2012
How to Complete French Cheques
The French still hold a strong attachment to the use of cheques, so best you know how to complete and understand them.
04 Jan 2012
Inheritance of UK State Retirement Pension
A recent serious illness and stay in hospital set a reader thinking about his wife’s UK state retirement pension should anything happen to him.
01 Dec 2011
Sterling/Euro Currency Review Q3 2011
Sterling traded in a relatively tight range against the euro throughout Q3 2011, but the outlook for the euro looks very uncertain, writes Ben Scott.
01 Nov 2011
Unemployment Benefits in France
We are pleased to release our guide to unemployment benefits in France.
01 Nov 2011
Tax Changes to Assurance Vie Policies
Some toughening of 'assurance vie' policies occurred in the recent austerity budget, says Duncan Campbell of Siddalls.
15 Sep 2011
Why German MPs May Help You Buy Your French Home
The current turmoil in the eurozone is likely to reduce the cost of buying property in France, says David Johnson of Halo Financial.
01 Sep 2011
Legal Aid Income Thresholds for 2011
The French government has issued new income threshold levels for entitlement to legal aid.
01 Sep 2011
Guide to French Mortgages
Our complete guide to all you want to know about French mortgages.
18 Aug 2011
French Mortgage Best Buys
French mortgage interest rates remain very competitive, with exclusive rates from as low as 2.9%.
18 Aug 2011
Mortgage Delays and Sale Contracts
A delay in obtaining a mortgage approval does not invalidate a property sale contract, a French court has ruled.
18 Aug 2011
Profit from a French Mortgage
You may be able to profit from the low exchange rate by taking out a French mortgage.
18 Aug 2011
French Mortgage Insurance Protection
Mortgage insurance protection is obligatory in France, so we review the best deals around.
18 Aug 2011
French Mortgage Rate Update Service
Our French mortgage update service gives you the best chance of obtaining the lowest possible mortgage rate.
18 Aug 2011
French Mortgages and Inheritance Taxes in France
With a mortgage on your French property you may be able to reduce or eliminate your liability to French inheritance tax.
18 Aug 2011
Mortgage Advice at The French Village, Birmingham NEC
International Private Finance will be present at the French Property Exhibition 'The French Village', at A Place in the Sun Live, Birmingham NEC this autumn.
18 Aug 2011
French School Grants for 2011/12
If you have children of school age in France, then you may be able to entitled to one or more school grants.
02 Aug 2011
