Archived Newsletter Issue 206 : Thursday 07 February 2019
Inside you will find practical information and advice on French property ownership, visiting France and living in France.
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House Prices in France 2018
Several French estate agents have published reviews of the housing market for last year, but from a perspective that will be of little value to rural property buyers and sellers.
07 Feb 2019
Free Tickets French Village Manchester March 2019
We shall be hosting our popular ‘French Village’ at A Place in the Sun Live international property exhibition, Manchester Central, 15th to 17th March.
08 Jan 2019
Livret A Interest Formula Change
Tax free bank savings accounts in France have been hit by changes in the government controlled interest rate formula.
07 Feb 2019
South of France Property Picks - February 2019
A selection of properties for sale throughout the South of France currently being advertised by private vendors on our website.
07 Feb 2019
Skiing Prices in French Ski Stations
A new study provides an insight into the comparative cost of skiing in around 50 ski stations in France.
07 Feb 2019
Social Security in France for Artists and Authors
The social security arrangements for artists and authors have been changed, as part of a more general reorganisation for all self-employed persons.
07 Feb 2019
Second-Hand Vehicle History Checks in France
The government have introduced free on-line vehicle history checks for buyers, albeit with some limitations.
07 Feb 2019
Merger of French Town Halls
The merger of town halls in France continued apace last year, but the reorganisation looks set to slow down over the next few years.
07 Feb 2019
Use of Wood Burning Stoves in France
The use of a wood-burning stove is a comparatively cheap and efficient form of heating in France, provided you choose your burner and your wood with care.*
03 Jan 2019
Financial Assistance for Energy Efficiency 2019
Some changes have been introduced this year to the system of tax credits and grants for energy conservation works to the main home.
07 Feb 2019
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review Jan 2019
The Pound to Euro exchange rate began 2019 at €1.11, before recovering to 20-month highs above the key €1.15 resistance barrier, writes Ben Scott of Global Reach.
07 Feb 2019
House Building in France in 2018
With the publication of new house-building figures last month, the government appears to be finally conceding the need to give greater priority to renovating the existing housing stock.
07 Feb 2019
Estate Agent Failed to Disclose Proposed Bypass
An estate agent who agreed with a seller to conceal important information about a property for sale from a buyer has been obliged to pay damages to the seller.
07 Feb 2019
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