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 15th March 2010
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New build property in France Welcome to our New Build zone covering new build, off-plan and new developments in France. Modern properties, flats and developments are becoming increasingly popular among overseas buyers as well as with the French. In this zone FrenchEntrée will help define just what new build means in France, what you get with new build property in France, how much control you have over off-plan purchases and the legal process involved. We also discuss the leaseback method of purchase and provide case studies of people who have bought in new developments in France. If you are looking to build your own home then take a look at our articles on self-build in France. And if you're thinking about buying as an investment check out our French Property Investment Zone. FrenchEntrée Editorial Team Buying a house in FranceFrenchEntrée Property is packed full of information on buying your dream home in France. Take a look at articles on finding French property, house prices, selecting a region of France, the purchase process, the French legal process, the costs plus hints, tips, French property terminology and FAQs. And last but not least search our database of property for sale in France or see the listings from from private vendors. In fact, there's everything you need to purchase your house in France.
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'New build' refers to property that is built or scheduled to be built by a large or small scale developer, and which is then offered for sale. Other phrases such as 'off-plan' and 'new developments' mean essentially the same thing. Here are a few pointers about buying new build in France...
How about low cost luxury new builds with astounding onsite leisure services all in the heart of the Charente countryside? Etang Vallier Resort sits at the crossroads of Charente Maritime, the Dordogne and Aquitaine.
Whether you are looking purely for an investment property that is fully managed with guaranteed rentals of up to 11 years, or a holiday home that you want to use at any time, NPIA can help with their carefully selected range of off-plan apartments and villas, not to mention our range of re-sale properties in the French Riviera and Provence...
It is becoming increasingly popular to purchase a plot of land in order to build your own property. This article guides you through your building options once you have aquired the land...
Buying off-plan or new build property rather than doing up a ramshackle old French property is becoming ever more popular. Patricia Fevrier of A Place in France looks at some of the reasons why
In recent years, buying plots of land in order to build new houses has increased in popularity with overseas buyers in France. This article outlines the pros and cons of buying a New Build versus a Resale property.
Once upon a time foreign purchasers were only interested in buying a magnificent maison de maître or a charming château. Not any more. As Michael Streeter reports, new build, off-plan, new developments – call them what you will – are now in vogue
This is a brief guide to help you decide whether you should ask an architect to help you with your project, whether you are purchasing land, building, or renovating a property.
There are many different types of new development, off-plan and investment properties to choose from. Property editor Michael Streeter looks at some examples of what you can expect to find, from city hot spots to golf course developments
The different options and choices that you get when buying off-plan can be bewildering. Here we take a look at what you can and cannot find expect to find when buying in a French new development. For example, if you were expecting a fitted kitchen…
Wendy Bull of property search company Wendy’s Houses examines the trend towards more environmentally-friendly homes in France and reveals what’s on offer
More and more overseas buyers are looking to make money from their French properties by letting them out. Here are some guidelines to follow when considering a buy to let purchase in France
As more and more people consider investing in the French property market Michael Streeter examines the trend - and looks at the key questions for investors to consider planning to buy 
Paris is the best place to invest in Europe, according to a recent report by the Washington-based Urban Land Institute (ULI) and PricewaterhouseCoopers 
Emily Southcombe of Tricolore Property Search weighs up the pros and cons of the various ways of buying and then letting out your French property