Archived Newsletter Issue 199 : Friday 06 July 2018
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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Rural House Prices in France 2017
The French rural land agency SAFER have recently published their review of the housing market for countryside properties in 2017.
06 Jul 2018
Summer Music Festivals in France 2018
Our choice of the best summer festivals throughout France in 2018 to suit all ages, tastes and budgets.
06 Jul 2018
Empty Homes in France
The housing stock in France is increasing at a faster rate than the population, resulting in a rise in the number of empty properties.
06 Jul 2018
Best Village in France 2018
The village of Cassel in the Nord department of the Hauts-de-France region been chosen by the French as their favourite village this year.
06 Jul 2018
Sales to British Buyers in 2017
Sales of French property to British non-residents fell for the third year running last year, whilst those to existing residents is on the rise.
06 Jul 2018
Changing Your French Income Tax Return
If you make errors in your French tax return, or you are late in submitting it, here is what you need to do.
15 May 2020
Best Beaches in France
Where are the best beaches in France this year for the discerning holidaymaker?
11 Aug 2020
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review June 2018
The pound to euro exchange rate declined in June, as markets weighed Brexit developments and European politics against a global backdrop of trade tensions writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
06 Jul 2018
New Speed Limit on French Roads
The new 80kph speed limit on French secondary roads looks more like a symbolic gesture than a decision based on proper evidence.
06 Jul 2018
Replacing the Taxe d'Habitation
The French government intends to abolish the taxe d’habitation, but just how such a profound change is to be funded remains unclear.
06 Jul 2018
Overhaul of French Business Start-Up Procedures
Business start-up administrative procedures in France are to be simplified.
06 Jul 2018
Gold Bullion Found on Sold French Property
A couple who found gold bars buried in the garden of a property they purchased must compensate the former owners.
06 Jul 2018
Private Vendor Property Picks - July 2018
A selection of properties for sale throughout France currently being advertised by private vendors on our website.
06 Jul 2018
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