23 Must-Read Articles If You Want to Buy in France in 2023

Whether you are looking to invest in French real estate, aspire to own a holiday home in France, or plan…

Everything you need to know about French mortgages for foreign buyers from eligibility criteria to making your mortgage application.

Whether you have always dreamt of buying a house in France or are looking to invest in French real estate,…

Before you can start looking for your place in France, be it a holiday home or a permanent residence, it’s important to narrow down your search to a particular region, or selection of regions. France is a big place, after all…

French real estate comes in many shapes and sizes. Perhaps you dream of a farmhouse renovation in the heart of…

The Compromis de Vente is the first formal and legally binding stage in the property purchase process in France. It is a written contract of sale agreement which legally …

In this step-by-step guide, we outline the purchasing process when buying a house in France…

Experts from the International Law Partnership describe the main differences between buying an off plan property in France and purchasing a resale house

The French rental market is very different from the US and UK - here’s what you need to know if you’re looking at renting before you buy in France.

Whether property hunting, making an offer, or signing the final Acte de Vente, there are many things to consider when…

Once your French property search is underway and you’ve started to make a list of potential properties, the next step…

Whether you’re searching for an apartment in Paris or elsewhere, or looking to rent before you buy in France, we’ve put together all the essential vocabulary and need-to-know property jargon for renting a property in France.

Buying a property in France can be both exciting and nerve-racking. On one hand, you are realising your dream of…

From property taxes and home insurance to paying your utility bills and legal responsibilities - here’s what you need to know about owning property in France.

For second-home owners in France or those looking to buy French property after Brexit, one of the biggest concerns post-Brexit…

FrenchEntrée Digital Editor Zoë Smith answers one of your most commonly asked questions regarding the French residency card.

Traveling between France and the UK after Brexit: customs restrictions, passport requirements, and what to expect at the border.

If you are a US citizen or a US tax resident buying a property in France, there are some potential tax issues you may face when acquiring French real estate.

What capital gains tax and social charges apply if you sell your second home in France, and are you liable even if you’re not resident in France?

If you purchase a property or own a second home in one of France’s ‘zones tendues’, you might be subject to extra taxes. Here’s what you need to know.

If you’re carrying out building works or renovations on your French property, you’ll almost certainly need to get a ‘devis’ - here’s everything you need to know.

If you have your primary residence or business in France, or spend more than 183 days a year in France, you will probably be liable to pay French taxes.

Which property taxes do you need to pay on your French property or second home? Find out about Taxe d’Habitation, Taxe Foncière and Ordures Ménagères.