Archived Newsletter Issue 186 : Tuesday 13 June 2017
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 2014-16
The movement in house prices in France over the past three years shows substantial variation across the country, but with few signs of any significant increase in prices.
13 Jun 2017
'Dependant' Spouses and S1 Health Cover
'Dependant' spouses of those with a State retirement pension have the automatic right to health cover in France through the S1 certificate issued to their partner.
13 Jun 2017
Best Beaches in France
Where are the best beaches in France this year for the discerning holidaymaker?
11 Aug 2020
Business Start-Up Social Security Charges
The level of social security charges for a new business have been revised for 2017, excepting those who have micro-entrepreneur tax status.
13 Jun 2017
Sterling Euro Review May 2017
The sterling to euro exchange rate fluctuated in May between €1.1432 and €1.1919, with the pound’s major weakness the political instability that continues to impact the UK, writes Ben Scott.
13 Jun 2017
Small Business Reforms Under President Macron
The programme of change proposed by the new French President Emmanuel Macron includes several measures aimed at stimulating small business growth.
13 Jun 2017
What is the Holiday 'Taxe de Séjour'?
Introduced over a century ago to provide a source of income to thermal spa towns, the 'taxe de séjour' has since been extended to many tourist areas in France.
13 Jun 2017
Increase in French GP Charges
Since last month the charge for a visit to your French doctor has increased from €23 to €25, the first such increase since 2011.
13 Jun 2017
Best Summer Festivals in France 2017
Our choice of the best summer festivals throughout France in 2017 to suit all ages, tastes and budgets.
13 Jun 2017
New Statutory Surveys on Rental Properties
Landlords in France are required to provide several survey reports to tenants, an obligation that is soon to become more substantial.
13 Jun 2017
Social Charges Increase in 2018
Social charges on pension income, investment income and capital gains are set to increase, although not everyone is destined to pay more.
13 Jun 2017
Lake Properties For Sale - June 2017
A selection of lakes and properties with lakes in France for sale, currently being advertised on LakesFrance.com, part of French-Property.com network.
13 Jun 2017
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