French property prices – how much to pay for the perfect French property

In France, it is always difficult to get an accurate picture of property prices, particularly across the South West France region which is so diverse.

Firstly, you are likely to see a property advertised at different prices by numerous different agencies. Secondly, particularly in rural France, it is difficult to compare . . . → Read More: French property prices – how much to pay for the perfect French property

Ten reasons to choose the Occitanie region of France

 

1) A more laid-back lifestyle, focused on quality of life

2) A slower pace of life (apart from the odd madman behind the wheel!)

3) Lovely climate without extremes; lots of sunshine, warm summers, and sunny, bright winters, no wildfires, plenty of rainfall.

4) Variety of landscape and culture on your . . . → Read More: Ten reasons to choose the Occitanie region of France

Things to consider when retiring to France

France is still the retirement dream for many people and although Brexit has made it a little more difficult and marginally more expensive to move to France in retirement, it is by no means impossible.

Despite Brexit, the French government has a lower requirement for income than most . . . → Read More: Things to consider when retiring to France

Creating a sustainable swimming pool

A natural swimming pool

Swimming pools are often high on the wish-list of people looking to buy a house in France and they can be a great source of fun for family and friends. But they can also be an expensive luxury, not only in terms of cost but also effects on the . . . → Read More: Creating a sustainable swimming pool

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