Buying and running a gîte in France

Owning and running a gîte in France is a dream for many people whether that be as a full-time business or as an additional economic activity to top up a pension or another income stream while enjoying a new life abroad. It can also be a great investment and lifestyle choice. However, . . . → Read More: Buying and running a gîte in France

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

How to trust your instincts when searching for a French property

The internet has in many ways proved a boon for house hunters in France making it possible to browse numerous listings and arrange viewings from the comfort of home instead of trailing around numerous estate agents in different towns and departments to view wholly unsuitable properties.

The downside, however, is that there is now . . . → Read More: How to trust your instincts when searching for a French property

Where to start with finding the perfect property in France

Autumn colours in the Pyrenees

The French property market is very buoyant and has been for the last two years with house prices in France showing a rise throughout the country of an average of +5.8% this year, which is the 20th consecutive quarter of rising property prices. The projection for house prices . . . → Read More: Where to start with finding the perfect property in France

 
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