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25th Jun 2026 Property Market

France's Housing Recovery Stalls

Less than a year after emerging from its deepest downturn in more than a decade, France's property market is showing signs of fragility.

23rd Jun 2026 Business

Social Security Relief for Business Start-Ups

The rules on social security relief to business start-ups, including certain landlords of furnished rentals, have been tightened this year.

19th Jun 2026 Building & Renovation

Planning Applications and Water Shortages

A court ruling clarifies the rights of a local mayor to determine a planning application in the context of a water shortage.

17th Jun 2026 Money

France V Amazon

A long legal battle has ended over a delivery fee imposed on on-line book orders.

15th Jun 2026 Taxation

The American Taxpayer in France

The international press often portrays American expatriates in France as facing a uniquely onerous tax situation. But is this perception accurate? Well, yes and no.

12th Jun 2026 Taxation

Non-Residents - Capital Gains Tax

Certain non-residents selling French property are facing an unexpected increase in the tax burden on capital gains.

10th Jun 2026 Property In France

Inheritance in France - European Commission Investigation

The European Commission has concluded an investigation into France's controversial 2021 inheritance law, ending several years of uncertainty for many international families.

8th Jun 2026 Letting Property

Private Rental Levels in France

The latest official figures highlight the extent of France's rental divide.

3rd Jun 2026 Business

Status of Spouse/Partner in a Micro Business

A spouse or partner who works regularly in a family business is required to have a legal status and pay social security contributions.

2nd Jun 2026 French Life

International Divorce and Compensatory Allowance

A court in France asserts the supremacy of French law regarding compensation in an international divorce hearing.

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The American Taxpayer in France

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Inheritance in France - European Commission Investigation

Private Rental Levels in France

Status of Spouse/Partner in a Micro Business

International Divorce and Compensatory Allowance

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