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Property in France: News and Practical Information

Practical tips and updates on real estate, house prices, homes for sale and legal changes for homeowners in France.

Popular topics: #Second homes #Property prices #Renting

Can we get help to repair cracks at French home?

Millions of homes at risk with early prevention and corrections now encouraged

What must we do to install air conditioning at our French flat?

Approving units can be a lengthy process

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French drought update: 40 departments on highest level of tap water restrictions

All but 13 departments have at least some restrictions in place

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How we built a garage ourselves in France

Tania Solomons, 60, and Andrew Hamm, 58, to France in 2019

How can I prevent mosquitoes in my garden and home?

Tiger mosquitoes transmit several tropical diseases and are now present across all French regions

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France water restrictions: Five questions answered

We review rules for rainwater, wells, filling swimming pools, and penalties for infractions

Latest Property Questions

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As renters, do we have to pay the local rubbish collection tax in France?

Two main types of bin tax exist in France

Can we contest neighbour’s planning permission at their home in France?

There are rules which dictate whether planning permission can be contested and by whom

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Why sinkholes keep appearing in Normandy

Farmers' need for mineral fertiliser left a dangerous legacy

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What to do if your French property has a hidden defect

Hidden problems are called vices cachés and covered by Article 1641 of the French Civil Code

Moving to France Guide

Colourful houses line the waterfront in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, with boats on the harbour.

Tips for choosing where to live in France

Selecting where to live in France requires careful thought

Electricity bills: French government announces 2.5% rise for regulated bills

Over 19 million households impacted, with the average bill rising €26 per year

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Warning over impact of sewerage systems on property prices in France

Properties with sub-standard sewerage systems can be sold with an official certificate of non-conformity

Moving to France Guide

The basics of buying French property

From estate agents to energy performance ratings

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Are we responsible if we let neighbours use our French pool when away?

Pool ‘squatting’ is an increasingly worrying problem for owners

France facing ‘exceptional’ early drought, almost all departments on drought alert

Waterways and aquifers affected by intense heat despite strong spring rainfall

Moving to France Guide

Renting in France: what you need to know

Renting is far more common in France than in many English-speaking countries, and is usually the default first step for people from the UK

Second homes

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How to reduce the running costs of a second home in France

Property taxes, electricity and internet bills can quickly mount up

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Are second homes in France a good investment?

Investment picture is variable depending on geographical location

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Do French renovation grants need to be repaid?

Payments are typically made directly to tradespeople rather than homeowners

‘Never seen this in 54 years’: French property market warning

Sale cancellations up as more mortgages refused, and rental market facing serious issues says major estate agency

Drought map: tap water restrictions tighten in France

Residents urged to check local rules

New vacant homes tax from 2027: who will really be affected?

What the change means for owners of second homes and other properties left unoccupied

Is France heading for a severe drought this summer?

‘This is the first time in 33 years that we’ve had to start releasing water this early in the season’

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France to merge vacant home taxes from 2027

Two taxes levied on vacant homes to be replaced by a single tax

Replacing water filter in French home became a two-month DIY nightmare

Columnist Nick Inman tells of his ordeal changing a dedicated filtered drinking water tap

France set to end funding for most single-project renovations under MaPrimeRénov’

‘A responsible choice’ to focus funds on more comprehensive projects is planned

See what €50,000, €250,000 and over €1m buys in Tarn

The rural department is relatively expensive despite its low population

Check this before buying French property in a flood zone

One in four people – some 18 million – now live in an area at risk of flooding

How usufruit works in France: inheritance, property and tax benefits explained

The concept can protect a spouse and reduce inheritance tax