Archived Newsletter Issue 89 : Thursday 30 September 2010
Inside you will find general news on France, as well as information and advice about buying property and living in France.
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France Tops Best Place Yet Again
France tops another league table as the best place to live in Europe.
30 Sep 2010
French Income Tax Rates for 2011
The government have published the income tax rates and thresholds for 2011.
30 Sep 2010
EDF Criticised Over Access to Social Tariff
EDF has been forced to widen access to its social tariff by the French energy ombudsman.
30 Sep 2010
Agricultural Land Prices in France for 2009
The price of agricultural land fell by an average of 1.6% in 2009 to €5,090 per hectare, but there were substantial variations between regions.
30 Sep 2010
French Price Comparison Sites
When you are looking for the cheapest price for a product what are the best price comparison sites in France?
30 Sep 2010
Tax Breaks for Solar Panels Reduced
Grants for the installation of solar panels and other works of energy conservation have been reduced.
30 Sep 2010
Travelling Around Paris
Travelling around Paris is cheap and easy if you are prepared to use the extensive Métro system in the city.
30 Sep 2010
Septic Tank Surveys Become Compulsory
House sellers will be required to have a survey of their septic tank undertaken from 2011.
30 Sep 2010
Capital Gains Tax Increase for 2011
The rate of capital gains tax on house sales will increase by 1% next year, and shares sales will also be subject to tougher taxation.
30 Sep 2010
Free Tickets for A Place in The Sun Property Exhibition
Your last chance to obtain a free ticket for A Place in the Sun Property Exhibition in Birmingham.
30 Sep 2010
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