French Property News - May 2020

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“Do it – life’s too short not to!”
Why running a boutique hotel in Auvergne was a dream come true.

EXPERT ADVICE
Property taxes lowdown
Looking after land
Applying for citizenship
Renovation realities

KEEP CALM!
And carry on househunting: How the market is adapting..

Market Report: Business... Just Not Quite As Usual!

We may be restricted by a pandemic but you can still view, research and even buy French properties, says Ruth Wood, so keep calm and carry on househunting!

8 mins

The price is right

Wondering how far your budget will stretch in some of France’s most popular departments? This price comparison should help you out, says Hannah Evans

9 mins

Everything in between

Beautiful villages meet bountiful vineyards in a corner of Gironde, discovers Joanna Leggett as she explores the wine region of Entre-Deux-Mers

7 mins

Forward planning

Hoping to move to France or apply for French citizenship in the future? James Rolt explains the paperwork and process

8 mins

Invincible Summer

Cynthia Spillman shares how she overcame personal family tragedy to find hope and happiness in Nice

5 mins

Little-known Loire

Escape from the showstopping châteaux of the touristy Loire Valley and discover a lesser-known but very beautiful triangle of châteaux nearby, advises Carolyn Reynier.

7 mins

Boutique beauty

Tim Bell shares his experience of starting a boutique hotel and spa business in the forests of Puy-de-Dôme

7 mins

Talking from experience

Offering guests a chance to learn new skills or indulge in something they are passionate about during their stay is a great way to make your holiday property stand out from the crowd, says Laura Habgood

3 mins

Move Heaven And Earth

Once you’ve signed for your dream French home, it’s time to start thinking about transporting all your precious belongings, says Ben Franklin

4 mins

Taxing times

After the Brexit transition period, the amount of capital gains tax you pay on the sale of a French holiday home and the way you pay it may change, Matthew Cameron explains

5 mins

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French Property News Magazine Description:

French Property News is the leading UK magazine covering the French property market. Whether you’re planning to make a purchase across the Channel or have already invested in a French home, it is an invaluable source of information and insight. A surprisingly wide spectrum of topics are featured each month, including the buying process in France, financial and legal advice, inspiring real life stories, in-depth regional reports and a whole host of entertaining and informative regulars, such as language-learning puzzles and reviews of the latest releases.