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 6th July 2008
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Buying Property in the LanguedocWelcome to the FrenchEntrée Languedoc Roussillon Guide to Buying Property where we aim to give you information regarding the property market in the region, articles about the latest property trends and hotspots, and showcase local businesses in the Languedoc property sector.We also offer you advice and details of the buying process, local English speaking notaires, and things to consider when looking to buy a home in the Languedoc. And you will find in depth information about the different areas of the Languedoc in the following sections: • NORTH LANGUEDOC PROPERTY GUIDE • SOUTH LANGUEDOC PROPERTY GUIDE You can then continue your search for your dream Languedoc home in our French property for sale database dedicated to • LANGUEDOC PROPERTY FOR SALE Map of Languedoc Roussillon Click here for a more detailed map of the Languedoc Roussillon Travel links to the Languedoc Roussillon Click here for details of travel links to the Languedoc Roussillon Are You Looking For...• Carcassonne• Perpignan • Montpellier • Nimes • Languedoc Holidays • Languedoc Holiday Rentals • Languedoc Roussillon Gites • Languedoc B&Bs • Languedoc Skiing Languedoc Property Quick LinksWe have lots of property sections on this site. Choose any of the links below for property guides and sales:• Aude Property • Buying property in the Languedoc • Exclusive Languedoc Property • Herault Property for Sale • Languedoc Property • Luxury Languedoc Property • Property in Languedoc Roussillon • Property Languedoc Roussillon • Property for Sale Languedoc Roussillon • Pyrenees Orientales Property for Sale |
Languedoc Property Guide
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     Your ideal French getaway? Harmony Homes France offer beautiful architect-designed homes, an excellent selection of well-located plots and all the advantages of a new-build property in the Languedoc.
          Investment Property in the Languedoc Gerard Lambert of Harmony Homes France explains the leaseback scheme which gurantees a rental income from new-build homes in the Languedoc.
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Ever wondered how solar panels work and if they could earn you money? Well, if you’ve got a south facing roof and you don’t mind accepting money from the French tax man and EDF, they certainly can! 
The speed of change in Carcassonne over the last ten years has been such that some local estate agents have only recently started to provide the support that an English speaking buyer needs. Luckily, property agent Lesa Le Berre from Carca Sun Immobilier has been there from the beginning and provides a complete personalised service to make sure you find your dream home! 
This wonderful stone built house, currently a bed & breakfast, is located in the wine producing village of St. Hilaire 20 minutes south of Carcassonne, famous for being the legendary birthplace of the Languedoc's premier sparkling wine, Blanquette de Limoux. 
In light of the 2008 economic climate, property consultant Paddy Gibbins explains why the strengthening of the euro against the sterling and dollar should be driving your decision to buy in France, and why its is particularly a good time to buy property in the Languedoc-Roussillon. 
Thanks to its Mediterranean climate and improving local infrastructure Languedoc-Roussillon continues to be a popular region for relocation. FrenchEntrée Languedoc-Roussillon reports on the region's property trends and expectations for 2007 and 2008, with comments from locally based estate agents.
If you're considering buying a property in the Languedoc Roussillon this year, chances are that you'll already have a good idea about where in the region you want it to be, that's why we've created dedicated location specific property sales pages for the main property hotspots in the region - 
Languedoc-Roussillon - France’s fastest-growing business centre after Paris-Ile de France and one of Europe’s most dynamic regions – has opened its fourth overseas city foothold, in central London’s Cavendish Square to promote commercial interests between UK and the south of France. 
With grants to encourage “green” technologies increased to €16.4 million, the Languedoc Roussillon region plans to be the greenest part of France - read about the financial incentives which help you install solar power in your home, courtesy of Phoebus Energies & Environnement. 
Soon to be built 3 Exclusive Properties with commanding sea views. Situated in the last French village 4 kms from the Spanish border. Each property to be built to a very high standard and will consist of: Garage, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fitted kitchen, lounge, an adjoining studio consisting of: lounge, kitchen, bathroom, 1 bedroom-ideal for family and friends. 
FrenchEntrée Languedoc Roussillon spoke to Gérard Lambert of Harmony Homes France, new build specialists with leaseback projects in the Languedoc, and asked him to explain this investment opportunity further. 
FrenchEntrée recently met Hervé Vigier, the manager of Clavis SARL and the driving force behind the Clavis Immo Network, to learn more about Clavis and its fresh approach to property buying in the Languedoc-Roussillon. .jpg)
An introduction to one of France's most popular regions for house buyers, and with good reason: the region boasts a rich cultural heritage, an excellent climate and a landscape that is truly remarkable for its diversity and beauty. 
France remains the single most popular country for British investors looking to buy either a first or a second home abroad. Here Louise Davies, from Maison Languedoc, explains the principal differences between the UK and French property purchase systems to help you towards buying your dream property in France. 
Louise and Richard Davies moved to the northern Languedoc and started their unique property finding and management service, Maison Languedoc. We met to discusstheir transition from one life to another and the subsequent start of their new business.
To help you estimate the value of your current French property or a French property that you will be looking to buy, FrenchEntrée Languedoc have provided a French Property Price Calculator.
Outlining the French buying process, things to look out for and useful explanations of terms such as the "compromis du vente" 
Our property expert in the Pyrenees Orientales, Peter-Danton de Rouffignac, sheds some further light on the most important aspects of purchasing a property in the Languedoc Roussillon.
An introduction to the role of the notaire who must be involved in all property and real estate transactions, and a list of some English speaking notaires in the Aude & Pyrenees Orientales.
We invited Wendy Johnson to offer some practical advice to FrenchEntrée readers. Wendy has lived in the Languedoc for many years and has considerable experience of helping newcomers to find houses and settle in to the area.
If you are interested in having a new home built for you in the Languedoc your first concern will be about finding a construction company that you can trust, that will comply with the highest standards and regulations, and that will come in on time and on budget?
Buying a place in the Languedoc doesn't have to conjur up images of a rural, old, isolated property, in need of costly repairs! Your new place in the sun could be a hassle-free modern apartment overlooking the Mediterranean! 
It's easy to assume that moving to France and in this case the Languedoc Roussillon requires one to purchase a property. Whilst, no doubt, this is what the large majority of people will do, there is another way: renting.
In this guide we offer an introduction to the Herault Gard & Lozere Departments for property buyers. Including reports on the Haut Languedoc and the Cévennes, Montpellier, Nimes, Uzes, Beziers and much more. 
An introduction to the different areas to look for your perfect property in the Aude & Pyrenees Orientales including: Carcassonne, the Corbieres and Minervois, Perpignan and its surrounds,Ceret and the coast. 
Local Languedoc resident and Bed & Breakfast owner, Marian Thornton, shares her top tips for making your move to the Languedoc Roussillon a happy experience!