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Latest Articles
Toughening of Driving Offences in France
New and tougher driving offences have been introduced, mainly as a response to new technology being used in vehicles.
01 Feb 2012
The Difficulties of Equity Release in France
The use of equity release may be a tempting option for some, but the practical realities make it one that is available and suitable for only a few.
01 Feb 2012
France Sticks to Five Year Rule on Health Cover
Internal documents reveal that France has comprehensively outwitted the EU over health cover reforms.
01 Feb 2012
Increase in Social Charges and VAT
Social charges are to rise by 2 percentage points, affecting capital gains and investment income, while the rate of VAT is to rise by 1.6 points.
01 Feb 2012
French Planning System Reforms for 2012
A number of changes to planning regulations and taxes are being introduced, which it is hoped will simplify the whole process.
04 Jan 2012
Water and Sanitation Charges in the South West
Domestic water and sanitation charges in South West France have risen by an average of 7% in the last two years to an average of €3.63m³.
04 Jan 2012
Sacre Bleu! Chinese Wines Pip French Wines
The Chinese are not only buying up French vineyards, but they are now beating them at their own game.
04 Jan 2012
Winters in France Becoming Warmer
France has been enjoying an exceptionally warm winter this year, and recent figures show colder days in winter have decreased by up to 25% over the past 40 years.
04 Jan 2012
Tax Reforms and Expat Pensions
The merger of French income tax with social charges seems a distinct possibility, with potentially significant implications for expats.
04 Jan 2012
Alpine Skiing Resorts Invest to Survive
Many alpine skiing resorts are having to undertake major investment in order to attract buyers and visitors.
04 Jan 2012
Buyers Victim of 'Carjack' Attic Conversion
A couple discovered that the roof of the property they had purchased was supported on car jacks.
04 Jan 2012
Boiler Services and Chimney Maintenance
What is the regularly framework for maintenance of your boiler and cleaning of your chimney?
04 Jan 2012
Carcassonne Airport Set for Major Facelift
A major investment programme totalling €55 million is to be carried out at Carcassonne airport over the next seven years.
04 Jan 2012
EU Questions France over Health Cover Refusals
The EU is stepping up pressure on France over reports that expats are still being refused health cover.
04 Jan 2012
How to Complete French Cheques
The French still hold a strong attachment to the use of cheques, so best you know how to complete and understand them.
04 Jan 2012
Mayor Discrimates Against Foreign Buyers
A mayor who used his rights of pre-emption to stop foreigners buying property has been let off on a technicality.
01 Dec 2011
Road Deaths in France in 2010
There were nearly 4000 road deaths in France last year, with the Bouches du Rhône taking the uneviable title of the most dangerous department in the country.
01 Dec 2011
More Austerity Measures for 2012
In response to lower than anticipated economic growth the government has announced a further round of austerity measures to tackle the budget deficit.
01 Dec 2011
Property Sales Increase to International Buyers
Sales of property in France to foreign nationals increased by 21% last year, with Brits accounting for 11% of all such sales.
01 Dec 2011
No Sex Please – We’re French!
It seems that in France to neglect the conjugal desires of your wife could cost you where it hurts most.
01 Dec 2011
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