Archived Newsletter Issue 117 : Wednesday 04 January 2012
Welcome to the first 2012 issue of the French Property Newsletter.
Inside you will find general news on France, as well as information and advice about buying property and living in France.
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Winters in France Becoming Warmer
France has been enjoying an exceptionally warm winter this year, and recent figures show colder days in winter have decreased by up to 25% over the past 40 years.
04 Jan 2012
Tax Reforms and Expat Pensions
The merger of French income tax with social charges seems a distinct possibility, with potentially significant implications for expats.
04 Jan 2012
Alpine Skiing Resorts Invest to Survive
Many alpine skiing resorts are having to undertake major investment in order to attract buyers and visitors.
04 Jan 2012
Buyers Victim of 'Carjack' Attic Conversion
A couple discovered that the roof of the property they had purchased was supported on car jacks.
04 Jan 2012
Boiler Services and Chimney Maintenance
What is the regularly framework for maintenance of your boiler and cleaning of your chimney?
04 Jan 2012
Carcassonne Airport Set for Major Facelift
A major investment programme totalling €55 million is to be carried out at Carcassonne airport over the next seven years.
04 Jan 2012
EU Questions France over Health Cover Refusals
The EU is stepping up pressure on France over reports that expats are still being refused health cover.
04 Jan 2012
French Planning System Reforms for 2012
A number of changes to planning regulations and taxes are being introduced, which it is hoped will simplify the whole process.
04 Jan 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
Sacre Bleu! Chinese Wines Pip French Wines
The Chinese are not only buying up French vineyards, but they are now beating them at their own game.
04 Jan 2012
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