The advantages of moving to France before Brexit

As Brexit continues its depressing march towards the cliff edge, the French property market is seeing a sudden boom, partly fueled by the improving economic conditions and positive mood in France and partly by British buyers deciding that it is now or never to move to France as a European before we . . . → Read More: The advantages of moving to France before Brexit

How much is the house really worth?

One of the main concerns when deciding to buy a house in another country is that it is much more difficult to work out if the price that you are paying is the right price. In France, it is particularly complicated to get an accurate picture.

Firstly, you are likely to see . . . → Read More: How much is the house really worth?

Beware the so-called ‘eco-house’

As with anything that becomes fashionable, the original concept of an ‘eco-house’ and ‘eco-living’ has in some areas been hijacked by those looking to make a quick buck. I have noticed this more and more in France, where the term ‘eco-house’ is now regularly applied to any house for sale that happens . . . → Read More: Beware the so-called ‘eco-house’

Becoming part of the community in France

I went to a funeral of a neighbour this week; one of the first people we met when we moved into this hamlet and who lived most of his 80 years right here. Funerals are of course always sad but this one was also uplifting in that it really brought home to . . . → Read More: Becoming part of the community in France

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