Changes to French capital gains tax on second homes

Since January 2015 capital gains tax (CGT) on second homes in France has been reduced to 19% instead of 33.3% for all non European residents bringing it in line with the CGT for residents of European countries including French residents.

The way CGT is calculated in France is that the 19% ‘tax’ . . . → Read More: Changes to French capital gains tax on second homes

The French property hotspot of 2015

As far as French property prices are concerned, the Ariège region, which has historically had a very stable (and incredibly good value) property market, is seeing a gradual rise in prices. Last year, the Ariège had one of the largest property price rises in France according to the association of Notaires in France. This . . . → Read More: The French property hotspot of 2015

What to look for when viewing a house in France

Viewing your potential dream home for the first time is one of the most exciting aspects of house hunting. There are, however, a few things to bear in mind during and after a viewing to help you decide if it really is the house for you.

1.Location first Most things about a . . . → Read More: What to look for when viewing a house in France

Is there an optimum time of year to buy property?

There is no doubt that the property market is a seasonal business here in France, just as in most countries, which begs the question, is there an optimum time to buy a house here and are there certain times that buyers should avoid?

According to the LPI (l’Observatoire de Les Professionnels de . . . → Read More: Is there an optimum time of year to buy property?

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