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Latest Articles
Death and Estate Administration in France
The administration of the French estate of a deceased proceeds via a notaire and the costs and duration of this process can be considerable.
08 Jun 2018
Brexit and the British in France
A recent invitation to record a podcast for a Brexit research project had me thinking about how things are changing for the British in France, writes Michelle Lawson, a researcher with the UK Open University.
08 Jun 2018
Broadband Internet Plans in France
The French government has an ambitious plan for all households to have access to 'very-fast' broadband by 2022, but the cracks are already beginning to appear.
08 Jun 2018
Terminating a French Health Insurance Policy
Terminating a complementary French health insurance policy is easier than most insurers would like you to believe.
08 Jun 2018
Tax Relief in France to Support Adult Dependants
If you need to provide financial support to a member of your family it may be tax deductible, irrespective of their place of residence.
08 Jun 2018
Private Vendor Property Picks - June 2018
A selection of properties for sale throughout France currently being advertised by private vendors on our website.
01 Jun 2018
Car Registration Taxes in France
The taxes payable on registration of a new or second-hand vehicle have increased this year.
08 May 2018
Departmental House Prices in France 2017
There appear to have been some spectacular movements in house prices last year, according to the notaires, if the figures are to be believed.
08 May 2018
French Income Tax Payable in 2018
How much French income tax might you expect to pay this year?
08 May 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review April 2018
April was a mixed month for sterling, which experienced some big swings against the euro, as markets tried to decide whether the Bank of England would raise interest rates, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
08 May 2018
Fixtures Must be Sold with the Property
A seller cannot remove furniture fixed to the property that causes a deterioration in the property, a French court has ruled.
08 May 2018
The Sunniest Departments in France 2017
Last year the Bouches-du-Rhône was toppled from its traditional place as the sunniest department in France, and a new region made a strong showing.
08 May 2018
Guide to Banking in France
One of the early tasks of prospective French property owners is to open a French bank account.
08 May 2018
Paying for Health Treatment in France
Healthcare in France may not be free at the point of delivery, but many patients are able to obtain treatment without the need to make a payment.
08 May 2018
Taxation of Income in France 2019
Delay in the introduction of PAYE in France means that most 2018 income will escape income tax and social charges in 2019.
08 May 2018
Bonfire of French Taxes?
The French government have stated they intend to reduce the number of taxes, and not to introduce new taxes unless they attain a minimum yield in revenue.
08 May 2018
Private Vendor Property Picks - May 2018
A selection of properties for sale throughout France currently being advertised by private vendors on our website.
08 May 2018
Summer Ferries to France 2018
With the main holiday season around the corner, what are the cross-channel ferry options for travellers to France?
08 May 2018
Brexit and the Right of Onward Movement
Concerns that after Brexit UK nationals in France may not have the right to relocate to another European country are misplaced.
06 Apr 2018
Your French Income Tax Return 2018
French income tax returns need to be submitted next month, for 2017 income, with most households now required to make an on-line declaration.
06 Apr 2018
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