Ask The Experts – Renovations
Ready to (re)build your dream home from the ground up? From renovation costs to planning permission, Stephen Davies shares some handy tips
Guides to Buying your French Property
Will Brexit Affect Inheritance Law in France?
Charlotte Macdonald is an associate solicitor in Stone King’s international and cross border team. Over a new 12-part series of articles Charlotte will answer legal and practical questions that are often asked by her clients in relation to buying or…
Moving to France – The Tax Considerations
Moving to France or buying property there should be the start of an exciting and fulfilling stage of your life. Dealing with complex tax legislation may be daunting, but with early and careful planning you can prevent headaches and make the most of tax-efficient opportunities.
Don’t Get Stung by Currency Exchange at the Airport
With summer fast approaching, whether you are looking to buy a property or holiday in France, we are all starting to plan our trips abroad, and anyone leaving it too late to change their currency could end up losing hundreds…
Marriage or PACS – Case Study
Charlotte Macdonald, an associate solicitor in Stone King’s international and cross border team, sets out a number of scenarios that a British owner of French property may encounter. Over a 12-part series of articles Charlotte covers topics such as how…
Interiors Case Study – Back to Nature
Peter Clark and Vincent Caplier created their award-winning eco-guest house in Somme from scratch, where sustainable living is key – inside and out, says Sylvia Edwards Davis. Meet the Movers FrenchEntée Magazine: Why did you settle on France? Peter…
Selling up – the legal process
As in other countries, people selling a house in France have certain obligations and duties. Here we examine the selling process in detail…
Meribel’s Chalet Apsara Offers the Finest of Luxury Alpine Living
Leading French property developer, MGM French Properties presents Le Chalet Apsara, a prime Alpine residence nestled in Le Villard, Méribel Les Allues. Also known as ‘heart of the three valleys, Meribel forms the centre of the world’s largest ski area renowned for its sporty reputation.
Ask the Experts – The Highs and Lows of Currency
Mar Bonnin-Palmer makes sure you don’t get caught out by post-Brexit swings in the currency market – and secure a competitive exchange rate. Q: Do I really need to use a currency broker? Entrusting your money to a…
Guardians for Children: Protecting Your Kids from the Unexpected
Charlotte Macdonald, an associate solicitor in Stone King’s international and cross border team, sets out a number of scenarios that a British owner of French property may encounter. Over a 12-part series of articles Charlotte covers topics such as how…
Your Guide to Buying Property in Gascony
This verdant region in southern France seduces with its space, natural beauty and the quality of life it offers. Gascony could be your property heaven
Norman Invasion – Property Guide to Normandy
Thousands of Britons have discovered the charms of Normandy’s coastline, countryside and cuisine. Some buy holiday or rental properties here, while others settle permanently. Dominic Bliss finds out what the big attraction is…
Five Hotspots for Sun, Sea And… Ski
If you’re looking for a year-round investment – somewhere soaked in sunshine, but a stone’s throw from the pistes – consider these hotspots just outside the main resorts
French Entrée Mortgage Services
FrenchEntrée is a French property and lifestyle resource, curated by real people who have lived and worked in France. We have a network of multilingual lenders and brokers with whom we work to provide our clients with the best options to finance their plans.
Ask the Experts: Estate Agent Transparency
Tip: Narrowing down your search area early is crucial. Not only will it save you time in the long run, but estate agents will take you more seriously.
Types of Mortgages in France
As I’m sure you know, there are a fair few different types of mortgages in France. Below, we run through the most popular options to help you find out which is better suited to your project. We have a dedicated mortgage team who can help you turn your dream of buying a French property into a reality.
What Impact Could a No-Deal Brexit Have?
After the referendum in 2016 the UK triggered Article 50, which serves notice on the EU of the UK’s intention to leave the European Union. But we all knew that.
What Are Your Uk Pension Options in France Today?
Pensions are often the key to long-term financial security, so it is crucial to take extreme care when deciding what to do here. Expatriates have the added complication of factoring in the tax rules of two countries, as well as the potential for Brexit to limit the range of opportunities.
Property Showdown – Saône-et-Loire VS Côte-d’Or
We head to the east of France to weigh up these neighbouring départements in Burgundy…
Buying a Ski Chalet – Case Study
James and Jo have been ski enthusiasts for years and after another fantastic holiday at Christmas have finally decided to buy a property based in a mountain resort that they, and their children, can use as their base for their ski holidays.
Ask the Experts Currency
Mar Bonnin-Palmer makes sure you don’t get caught out by post-Brexit swings in the currency market – and secure a competitive exchange rate
Property Hotspot – Villefranche-sur-Mer
If Nice, Monaco and Villfrance-sur-Mer were a sandwich ( gourmet, naturally), Villefranche in the middle would be the nutritious filling.
Property Hotspot – Bellac, Haute-Vienne
Where did the town of Bellac get its name?
The official tourism website posits several possibilities, but we find ourselves favouring the idea that it’s simply an amalgamation of ‘Belle’ and ‘lac’… in short, ‘beautiful lake’. Even if that doesn’t entirely make sense (the only body of water here is the Vincou river). Still, you get the gist.
MGM properties present two new developments in the heart of Les Houches
The family-friendly village of Les Houches is situated in the world-renowned Chamonix Valley. Its prime location means that property has the potential for healthy rental income. It’s also appealing for those interested in personal use with the opportunity for spectacular ski holidays with family and…
Why it could be best to get a mortgage, even if you have the cash to purchase property outright.
Most people wouldn’t even think about purchasing a property in the UK without getting a mortgage, so why do so many people still pay cash on properties abroad?
Property Hotspot – Arles-sur-Tech
If remote is your house-hunting watchword, consider the hillside village of Arles-sur-Tech. Burrowed in the lush Vallespire valley and bordered by the Canigou massif, most of this 2,882-hectare territory is densely forested, with a population of just over 2,700.
France Tax Changes for 2019
This year’s changes are rather muted compared to 2018’s big reforms to the taxation of investment income and wealth tax.
Renovation Case Study – Cabin Fever…
When Bob and Diane Kirkwood renovated a dilapidated lakeside ‘bunker’ near their home in Dordogne, they had no idea they’d be creating an off-grid, eco-friendly holiday experience that would win awards, they tell Greg Cook
Buying Property in France as a Couple – Case Study
Many people have bought property in France in the name of one spouse only (for various different reasons; inheritance, protection of assets etc) thinking that later on they will be able to transfer the property into the joint names of both spouses.
L’Etang Bleu Holiday Park in France
Your country retreat in the wonderful Limousin National Park Has owning a holiday home in France always been a dream? It needn’t mean bricks and mortar – you can choose from a range of luxury leisure homes and lodges built…
Holiday Lets Getting Your House in Order – More Readers FAQs
Sally Stone runs through the common pitfalls of holiday lets and shares handy tips to maximise rental income and secure your home while you’re away
Ask The Experts: Inheritance, Succession tax and New Tax Reforms
There has never been a better time to move to France, thanks to the country’s new tax reform – but watch out for the pitfalls and make sure you are prepared
The Accidental Olive Farmers
You fall in love with a property in the South of France, it has olive trees and you buy it. What do you do? You make olive oil, of course! Patrice Bertrand finds out more
Interiors Case Study – Jet-setters’ retreat
As soon as they clapped eyes on a faded farmhouse near Saint-Tropez, Katrina and Christophe Denoux knew they had found a diamond in the rough, says Nicola Venning
New Development Launched in Sainte-Foy, the Ski Paradise MGM French Properties Helped Build
Situated on the ascent of the Iseran Pass, the world’s highest paved road which leads to popular ski retreats of Tignes and Val-d’Isere is Sainte-Foy Tarentaise.
Review Your Finances for the New Year
The new year is a good time to reflect on the previous 12 months and look ahead to what the coming year may bring. Make sure one new year’s resolution is to review your financial planning to check it is up-to-date and on track to protect your family’s long-term wealth.
Selling Property in France – Do I Need to Worry about Capital Gains Tax in the UK?
Helen bought a Chamonix apartment for £210,000. She has just accepted an offer of £280,000 and wants to know if she will need to pay any capital gains tax (‘CGT’) on the gain of £70,000 in the UK or in France.
Haute-Savoie Property Buying Guide
LIVING THE HIGH LIFE IN HAUTE-SAVOIE. You’ll feel on top of the world in this Alpine département with its ski resorts, sunshine, lakes and culture. Annaliza Davis reveals why its property market is a peak performer
Pays de la Loire a Property Paradise
Annaliza Davis explores a region that offers the best of all worlds – whether you are seeking city-centre investment or looking for your own bit of heaven on Earth Pays de la Loire boasts the best of France: fantastic coastlines,…
The FrenchEntrée Property Team answers your questions
Remodelling a château isn’t always worthwhile, as structural repairs can cost a fortune – especially if the building is listed
Home Comforts in the Dordogne
Thanks to the British love of the Dordogne, there’s a corner of southwest France that is forever England. But with its bastide towns, rolling green hills, verdant valleys, and food to die for, it couldn’t be more typically French, so don’t be put off when you hear it referred to as “Dordogneshire”!
Côtes-d’Armor VS Manche – Property Showdown on France’s North-west Coastline
We head to France’s northwest coastline, where two départements jostle for the top spot…
When Is Your Tax Freedom Day?
If you ever had the feeling that you have spent half your working life just paying tax, you are not far wrong. What with income tax, national insurance/social security, capital gains tax, VAT, council tax, excise duties and so on, a considerable amount of our hard-earned income gets diverted to the taxman each year.
Buying Hot Spots – Fougères, Ille-et-Vilaine, Brittany
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track
Selling Property in France and Some Important Differences Compared to the Process in the UK
If you are based in England & Wales you may be familiar with the process of selling property in the UK, but there are differences in the process when selling in France that you should be aware of.
Buying Tips – Five Leaseback Property Hotspots
Leaseback properties can be a fruitful long-term investment, but they can’t be found just anywhere. From the dizzy heights of the Alps to the glittering French Riviera, these are the spots to comb
Ask the Experts – Leaseback
Richard Deans sheds light on leaseback property and why it’s the way to go for savvy holidaymakers – and investors
Chalabre Property
Why buying property in and around Chalabre, with nearby lakes, castles and stunning views of the Pyrenees, makes for a great investment!
Loire Valley Property for Sale: A Town-by-town Guide
Your essential guide to facilities in towns to be found north of the Loire and east of Angers. You can find details on bars, restaurants, chemists, banks, supermarkets, broadband, English-language cinema, distance to the ports and much more.
Buying Hot Spots – Meursault, Côte-d’Or, Burgundy
Where to buy in France now! Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the beaten track
