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Legalities
The number 1 rule to buying a property in France is to make sure you have a lawyer. You wouldn’t buy a property in the UK without a solicitor would you? Within this area we have a selection of articles that relate to the legal facets of property in France.
tryThe role of a notary in France
9th February 2012 - 02:18The role of the notary, or notaire, is to uphold French law throughout any property transaction. He also advises on estate planning and inheritance tax. He is employed by the government and so does not act for either party in a house sale, his task is to ensure the conveyancing goes through properly. It is possible to have two notaires – one chosen by the vendor, the other by the buyer - working on a property transaction although normally it is just one. more...
Legal tips for renovating in France
7th December 2011 - 06:48Renovating a house in France is something which many Brits yearn to do. Like anywhere, there are rules and regulations but the good news is that in general in France you can alter the interior of your property as you wish (with some rare exceptions). Planning permission of some kind is normally necessary for any alterations or extensions to the exterior however. One must abide by the “Normes Francaises”, equivalent to the British Standard more...
Buying land to build on in France
26th October 2011 - 05:56Buying a plot of land in order to build your own property is a very attractive option in France. This is a huge country with a lot of land still for sale in many areas and buying your own piece is often a cheaper option than buying an existing property, even when you add the costs of construction to the cost of the land itself. Further to that, you have pretty much carte blanche to design your own house to your own specifications and budget. It is important to sort more...
Lessons to be learned: moving to France
14th September 2011 - 06:16Moving to France is something which many Brits yearn to do and it is easy to see why: here is a large and very beautiful country offering a wealth of history, stunning towns, wonderful countryside, an excellent health and education system and space – yes, lots and lots of space. The key to a successful move to France lies in integrating into the French lifestyle and to do this, you need to communicate which means – yes, you have it – you have to learn at least more...
How to find a reputable solicitor
3rd August 2011 - 10:47Thorough preparation for your house purchase in France is vital and the more research you do at the outset, the easier the process will be. However, for proper advice and protection, it is also vital to take good independent legal advice on all property issues. Money spent on employing the services of a bilingual solicitor, well versed in French law, is money well spent. When searching for a solicitor you will ideally want to find someone who is trained in all more...