A very interesting and well researched article about the facts that the concept of notaires in France very solid - but that not all...

The process for buying a property in France is the same for non-EU nationals as it is for those inside the EU, and indeed, for French...

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The legal fees and taxes in connection with purchase are not inconsiderable, so you need to ensure you budget for them in the total...

When buying a property in France you may be lucky enough to have an estate agent and/or lawyer that speaks good English, but if not there...

It’s buying time! The spring marks the unofficial start of the 2018 property buying season in the UK and abroad. If you’re heading to any...

« Improving your French property does not always increase its value, so choose what to do with care, » says chartered surveyor, John...

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Despite many similarities, there are significant cultural differences between France and the anglophone countries. This list covers the...

From your set budget, you need to work out your true, realistic budget. You need to take into account all the things that traditional...

Property buying comes with far more emotional weight than any other investment we make. But while you can find “technical” advice,...

Once you have struck a verbal deal, you should confirm your offer in writing (and in French): Specifying all details of both sellers and...

Your TPM (“true purchase maximum”) will help you decide which properties to visit. Say your TPM is 410,000€. You can safely assume that...

The things you should be aware about yourself Primacy effect: All studies are conclusive about the power of the primacy effect, the...

What is a notaire? The notaire is a public official of the French State. His role is not only to advise clients on the transaction, but...

Your initial offer is crucial Your initial offer is the start the discussion – not the end point. So your initial offer should not be the...

You should to take into consideration the emotions of the seller too. How their context influences their behavior In the south of France...

The compromis de vente is an important document as it sets out the main terms of the agreement between the buyer and the seller. Normally...