Archived Newsletter Issue 166 : Friday 02 October 2015
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
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Challenging Your French Income Tax Demand
We know from your mails that many of you consider you are frequently taxed incorrectly in France, so how do you go about challenging an income tax demand?
04 Sep 2020
Business in France and Personal Assets
Business owners in France now have automatic protection of the family home in the event of business failure - well, almost.
02 Oct 2015
Birmingham A Place in the Sun Show 2015
Over 8,000 visitors turned out for the Birmingham A Place in the Sun Live overseas property exhibition last week, a record for the show.
02 Oct 2015
Farm Tenancies in France
Agricultural tenancies in France grant strong security of tenure to the farmer, but there are less draconian alternatives to allowing your local farmer use of your land.
02 Oct 2015
Sterling/Euro Currency Review Sept 2015
September proved to be another disappointing month for euro buyers as sterling failed to recover any losses experienced during August before steadily declining in the second half of the month, says Ben Scott.
02 Oct 2015
Social Charges Refund - Who is Eligible?
Social charges illegally imposed on those not liable are to be reimbursed, but the scope of the ruling remains unclear and the French government is fighting back against its future impact.
02 Oct 2015
Banking Charges in France 2015
How much does it cost each year to hold a bank account in France and which banks offer the lowest charges?
02 Oct 2015
What Constitutes a Furnished Letting?
New regulations stipulate the minimum requirements for a rental property to be granted the legal and tax status of being a furnished letting.
02 Oct 2015
The Cost of Complementary Health Insurance
The average cost of a complementary health policy for a couple in their 60s is €213 per month, according to a recent national survey of such policies.
02 Oct 2015
French Income Tax Reduction in 2016
The French government have announced that next year up to 8 million households will benefit from a reduction in income tax of between €200 and €500.
02 Oct 2015
Tax on Second Homes in France
Most local councils in France seem to have decided not to impose the higher local rates charge on second homes, so far!
02 Oct 2015
New Controls on Ten Year Building Guarantee
Builders in France are now required to provide more information to their clients about their ten year building guarantee insurance cover.
02 Oct 2015
Local Property Rates in France 2015
Local rates bills have remained broadly stable this year compared to 2014, with the average amount payable by each household around €2,000.
02 Oct 2015
Service Charges in Apartments in France
What are the annual service charges an apartment owner might expect to pay in France?
02 Oct 2015
Autumn Foires aux Vins in France
The traditional autumn retail wine sales in France provide a great opportunity to restock your cellar, provided you approach with caution.
22 Sep 2015
Properties With Gites For Sale
A selection of properties with gites for sale, currently being advertised on French-Property.com.
30 Sep 2015
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