Archived Newsletter Issue 167 : Thursday 05 November 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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French House Prices in Second Quarter 2015
An analysis of the movement in house prices in France to the end of June, for each department of France.
04 Nov 2015
Flood Risk Areas in France
The deaths of 20 people as a result of flooding recently in the Côte d'Azur serves as a tragic reminder of the risk of flooding in certain areas of France.
04 Nov 2015
Auto-Entrepreneur or Regime Reel?
Much is frequently made of the advantage of the 'pay-as-you-go' contribution basis for auto-entrepreneurs, but the argument can be overplayed.
04 Nov 2015
Sterling/Euro Currency Review Oct 2015
October proved to be an extremely volatile month for euro buyers as sterling recovered from a disappointing start to the month, to touch 10-week highs against the single currency, says Ben Scott.
04 Nov 2015
Estate Agents Code of Conduct
Estate agents in France are now obliged to operate under a substantive code of ethics that has been enshrined in statute law.
04 Nov 2015
Ruyter Social Charges Reimbursements
The French government have issued formal guidance on the reimbursement of social charges imposed on those not affiliated to the social security system in France.
04 Nov 2015
Cheapest House Prices in Brittany
The cheapest twenty communes in Brittany in which to buy a house for up to around €100,000.
04 Nov 2015
Towards a Unified French Health System
Major changes are planned in the operational arrangements of the French health service, with streamlining of the insurance system and the method of payment to doctors.
04 Nov 2015
Architects and Planning Applications in France
An architect has a legal obligation to submit a planning application that complies with planning regulations, a French court has ruled.
04 Nov 2015
Bringing Your Pension Lump Sum to France
Does it make sense to take a lump sum pension payment in the UK before you relocate or to do so after you have moved to France?
04 Nov 2015
Paris Council Pre-empts on Apartment Sales
The city council in Paris have launched an ambitious programme of property acquisitions by pre-emption, sparking a legal challenge by apartment owners.
04 Nov 2015
Cleaning of Chimneys and Flue Pipes
What are the regulations and costs for chimney cleaning in France?
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Building Land Prices in France 2014
The average price of a building plot in France in 2014 was €78m², an increase of 7.7% over 2013, but with large variations between regions.
04 Nov 2015
Properties For Sale In Brittany
A selection of properties in Brittany for sale, currently being advertised on French-Property.com.
04 Nov 2015
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