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Latest Articles
New Rules for Landlords of French Property
There have been some important recent changes in the legal and tax framework for landlords of French property.
15 May 2009
It may be Pink, but it’s not Rosé Wine
French wine growers are protesting against EU plans to permit the blending of white and red grapes to produce rosé wines.
15 May 2009
French Wealth Tax Exemption for Expats
Those who relocate to France are now relieved from liability from French wealth tax for five years.
15 May 2009
Creuse the Safest Place in France
The department of Creuse in the Limousin has the lowest crime rate in France, according to recent official statistics.
15 May 2009
Travel to France - News Roundup
With the busy summer travel period just around the corner many ferry firms have been announcing the start of new routes to France.
15 May 2009
French Property Buyers Survey
The present global financial crisis does not seem to be having a significant impact on the outlook of recent international buyers of French property.
01 May 2009
Your French Income Tax Return 2009
With French income tax returns sent out to all households last month, we take you through the basic rules concerning income tax in France.
01 May 2009
Vehicle Registration in France
A new system of vehicle registration has been introduced in France, ending a system based on departmental identification.
01 May 2009
Investing in French Rental Property - Loi Scellier
New fiscal incentives have been introduced for the purchase of French property destined for renting, which seem to have struck a chord with investors.
01 May 2009
French Property Picks
We have made a selection of some attractively priced properties on french-property.com.
01 May 2009
Water and Drainage Services in France
We are pleased to release today our Guide to Water and Drainage Services in France.
01 May 2009
Unemployment Benefit in France
The rules governing the right to unemployment benefit in France have recently been changed.
15 Apr 2009
Agricultural Land Prices in France
The French government have published their annual figures for agricultural land prices in France.
15 Apr 2009
Where are the Best French Lycees?
The French government have published details of French lycee results for 2008, showing a classification of best to worst.
15 Apr 2009
Property Rights in France – Trees and Shrubs
We release today a new section of our Guide to Property Rights in France, with a review of your rights and responsibilities concerning trees and shrubs.
15 Apr 2009
French Property Market Report - April 09
With a continuing fall in house prices and interest rates in France, French estate agents are reporting some signs of recovery in the market.
15 Apr 2009
Where to Buy Property in France
A new report points to the contrasting nature of the housing market in different parts of France.
01 Apr 2009
Electricity Prices in France Under Investigation
The European Commission has launched an investigation into electricity prices being charged by EDF, the French electricity provider.
01 Apr 2009
Mobile Homes in France
We are pleased to release today our Guide to Mobile Homes in France.
01 Apr 2009
French Capital Gains Tax Relaxation on Homes
With French property owners finding it difficult to sell their homes, there is to be a temporary relaxation in French capital gains tax.
01 Apr 2009
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Our News section is no longer being published although our catalogue of articles remains in place.
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If you require advice and assistance with the purchase of French property and moving to France, then take a look at the France Insider Property Clinic.