Archived Newsletter Issue 155 : Thursday 04 December 2014
Inside you will find practical information and advice on French property ownership, visiting France, and living in France.
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As this is our last Newsletter of 2014 we wish you all a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year.
David Yeates
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Higher Rate Capital Gains Tax Illegal
In a potentially landmark case, the French Supreme Court has ruled that the imposition of a higher rate of capital gains tax on non-residents is illegal.
04 Dec 2014
French Village Programme 2015
We shall be hosting our popular ‘French Village’ at A Place in the Sun Live overseas property exhibition in three different venues in 2015.
04 Dec 2014
Tightening of Complementary French Health Policies
The government have tightened the range of health insurance cover that must be provided by complementary 'top-up' health insurers.
04 Dec 2014
EU Challenge Over Taxation of Foreign Income
France is embroiled in yet more tax litigation with the European Commission, this time over the taxation of certain foreign income of residents.
04 Dec 2014
Parcel Delivery Services in France
A review of parcel delivery services by the French government consumer watchdog finds widespread abuse of the regulations, with one delivery in three non-compliant.
04 Dec 2014
Best Christmas Markets in France 2014
The traditional marché de Noël in France is a firm favourite with both tourists and local residents alike.
04 Dec 2014
Notaire Negligent on Land Searches
A notaire who failed to properly advise buyers on the planning status of land is ordered to pay damages.
04 Dec 2014
Confusion Over Septic Tank Rules
In recent years there has been a major overall of the regulations concerning the installation and control of local sewerage systems, but implementation has yet to catch up with the law.
04 Dec 2014
French Homes with a Splash!
We have made a selection of properties with a swimming-pool for sale in France, currently advertised on French-Property.com
04 Dec 2014
Small Business Earnings in France 2013
The average earnings of a small business in France in 2013 was an impressive €41,000, but it is a figure that is inflated by the most successful professions.
04 Dec 2014
Tax Agent Obligation to be Abolished
The French government is to abolish the requirement for residents of the EEA to appoint a tax agent on the sale of a property in France.
04 Dec 2014
Drinking Water Quality in France
Over 95% of the households in France have a water supply that complies with legal standards, although there remains some notable geographic disparities.
04 Dec 2014
Sterling/Euro Currency Review November 2014
After a period of relative stability, and close to six-year highs against the euro in the first half of the month, poor economic data and increased inflationary pressures later forced Sterling lower, says Ben Scott.
04 Dec 2014
Building Land Prices in France 2013
The average price of a building plot in France in 2013 was €72m², an increase of 8.8% over 2012, although in some regions land prices fell.
04 Dec 2014
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