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Carol Paylor shares some of the biggest surprises she found when her family moved to France and some tips for how to best embrace your new life in France.

The latest currency news, to help you find out what your money is worth.

Cahors is a busy and beautiful town that represents a fabulous property buying option.

Mar Bonnin-Palmer reveals how to make the most of exchange rates to make your money go further when you're buying a property in France.

There’s some good news (finally!) for motorists regarding petrol prices in France, plus flu vaccines are now available and the ECMWF is predicting an unexpectedly warm winter throughout Europe. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.

Who is eligible for a free flu shot in France, how can you get the vaccine, and can it be combined with your Covid booster? Here’s what you need to know.

Offering easy access from English ports, La Manche also has stunning scenery and top tourist spots.

Carol Paylor shares some of the golden nuggets that she wishes she'd known before moving to France with her family.

Breathtaking views, wild but accessible landscapes, peace and quiet... If these are among your location must-haves, then Ariège in Occitanie should be high on your house-hunting hit list.

Fuel shortages are affecting petrol stations across the country, the French government has released its energy-saving plan for winter, and don’t miss our latest free webinar. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.

This natural haven in the west of France is often overlooked, but it offers fantastic opportunities for house-hunters. It could be an ideal spot if you’re hoping to move to France

Such is Côtes-d’Armor’s popularity with house-hunters, we have decided to revisit it – this month pitting it against the delights of Vendée.

Whether you’re planning to convert outbuildings or install a new swimming pool, Arthur Cutler explains the nuts and bolts of the French planning process

After many happy years living near Chantilly, and with her children having fl own the nest, Clare Howarth set about renovating a neglected outbuilding to create a wonderful guest house.

Those holding British Pounds and currently in the process of a property purchase in France will have felt the pressure of the pound falling to a record low against the dollar overnight on Monday morning.

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.

France announces its 2023 Budget, control techniques are now required for motorbikes, and firewood prices soar. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.

Alistair Lockhart looks at how both Brexit and COVID have impacted eligibility for French mortgages, and advises on remortgaging to undertake renovation works

Rebecca Hill opened her B&B near Carcassonne in southwest France last year. She had never run a hotel before – let alone started a business during a pandemic in a foreign country.

These property pitfalls can catch out even the savviest of buyers… so how can you avoid making these 4 French property mistakes?

Few subjects energise emotional debate more than the hunting of animals, especially in France. In this two-part series, Beth Haslam looks at La Chasse from all angles.

FrenchEntrée’s upcoming webinar gives you the chance to ask the experts your questions on buying your dream French home, French mortgages, tax and inheritance law, and foreign currency exchange.

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.

Few subjects energise emotional debate more than the hunting of animals, especially in France. In this two-part series, Beth Haslam looks at La Chasse from all angles.

Mar Bonnin-Palmer answers your questions around forward contracts and their popularity among property buyers.

Designated parklands, lakes, quaint market towns and easily accessed from Paris and the UK: Orne certainly has plenty to offer.

FrenchEntrée digital editor Zoë Smith takes you through the real-time process of exchanging her UK or foreign driving licence for a French Permis de Conduire – step by step.

A proposed bill may give Brits post-Brexit and other non-EU citizens in France the right to vote in French elections, there’s a new grant for electric bikes available, plus is your home at risk of flash floods?

Tucked in a beautiful stretch of the Alps – between Lake Geneva, Switzerland and Italy – Haute-Savoie boasts some of the prettiest and highest ski resorts, as well as gorgeous lakeside towns.

We answer your questions about transferring British pensions, and getting the best exchange rates on your funds the easy way.

Do you dream of living in the world-famous Loire valley, with its fine wines and grand châteaux, but can't quite stretch to the hefty price tags of property in that region? Indre could be the answer.

There are many things to consider when borrowing in France for your house purchase. Alistair Lockhart responds to queries on credit scores and age-related loan eligibility.

When buying a property in France, you will be exposed to the EURO exchange rate. During 2022 we have seen a high level of volatility in the currency exchange markets as inflation, interest rates, global crisis and many other economic, political and environmental factors causing this.

We meet Stuart Scott who has set up his cider business in Gers, what was once Gascony.

Top 50 Best French Towns & Cities (more than 2,000 inhabitants) Top 50 Best French Villages (less than 2,000 inhabitants) 1.     Angers...

Coastal gem or inland idyll? The western départements of Ille-et-Vilaine and Vienne both have a lot to recommend them, but which would you choose?

Do you know the rules on pet passports, Animal Health Certificates, driving with your dog, and travelling on public transport in France? Here are 10 quick answers to your pet FAQs

We break down exactly what the rules say regarding private health insurance (PHI) and travel insurance policy requirements for long-stay visas in France.

Charente-Maritime has it all: lush countryside, beautiful beaches, great weather and plenty of eye-catching property

We take a look at the pros and cons of selling your French property through an estate agent or privately.

French PM Elisabeth Borne survives a vote of no confidence yesterday and France braces for yet another heatwave just in time for Bastille Day celebrations.

Experienced hospitality professionals James and Olivia retrace the road that led them to La Ferme du Cayla, in the foothills of the Pyrenees.

Natural wonders, rocky landscapes, lush meadows and over 2,000km of waterways, Lot has a rugged beauty all of its own. It’s long been in the shadow of its popular neighbour Dordogne, but with more open spaces, fewer people and cheaper house prices, it’s becoming a serious contender for those looking for somewhere off the beaten track to start their new life in France.

France takes a stand against the historic US ruling on abortion, masks are once again being recommended on public transport, and is inflation set to reach a record high this autumn?