Archived Newsletter Issue 176 : Wednesday 03 August 2016
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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House Prices in France Qtr 1 2016
The notaires report that house prices across France rose by 0.9% in the first quarter of the year, but forecast no major change in prices over the year.
03 Aug 2016
Occitanie? Hauts de France? Grand Est?
The names of the new administrative regions of France have now been chosen, but not without significant controversy and compromise.
03 Aug 2016
The French Village at NEC Birmingham 2016
Come and find out about the implications of Brexit at the ‘French Village’, A Place in the Sun Live international property exhibition, NEC Birmingham, 23rd to 25th Sept.
05 Sep 2016
Advertise at A Place in the Sun Live, NEC Birmingham 2016
Advertise your property for sale in our French Village at A Place in the Sun Live, NEC Birmingham, and get six months advertising on our main property portal.
03 Aug 2016
Bereavement Payments in France
The social security system in France provides for a capital sum to be paid to the dependants of a deceased business owner or employee in France.
03 Aug 2016
Business Contracts in English Language
Is the use of the French language obligatory in business contracts in France?
03 Aug 2016
Most Expensive Autoroutes in France
Toll charges apply on most autoroutes in France, with rates that vary between €0.03 to €0.16 per kilometre.
03 Aug 2016
France Orange Call-Out Charges
The French telecoms provider Orange imposes a default charge for troubleshooting visits by a technician, but one only the unwary normally need pay.
04 Sep 2020
House Insurance for Holiday Rentals in France
Holiday rental property insurance options in France for both landlords and their guests.
11 Aug 2020
Vineyard Prices in France 2015
Vineyard prices in France rose by an average of 3.0% last year, with the average price for an AOP vineyard outside Champagne reaching €64,100 a hectare.
03 Aug 2016
UK Court Divorce Ruling Applies in France
A French court has ruled that the decision of a UK court to award financial compensation in a cross-border divorce case is final, despite false residency claims.
03 Aug 2016
Sterling Stable in July after Brexit Free Fall
July saw sterling finally recover some stability after the significant volatility seen in recent months, writes Ben Scott.
03 Aug 2016
Guide to French Health System
The latest release of our free guide to the French health system, covering rights of access, the registration process, charges, and receiving health care.
03 Aug 2016
Insulation Requirements on Property Renovation
Substantial new roof and wall insulation requirements have been imposed on building renovation projects, although with a number of important derogations.
03 Aug 2016
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