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Open Window, Closed Claim

27th Jun 2026

Open Window, Closed Claim

A burglary that took place during a hot August night on the Mediterranean coast has ended with a landmark ruling from France's highest court

France's Housing Recovery Stalls

25th Jun 2026

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.

Social Security Relief for Business Start-Ups

23rd Jun 2026

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.

Planning Applications and Water Shortages

19th Jun 2026

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.

France V Amazon

17th Jun 2026

France V Amazon

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

The American Taxpayer in France

15th Jun 2026

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.

Non-Residents - Capital Gains Tax

12th Jun 2026

Non-Residents - Capital Gains Tax

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

Inheritance in France - European Commission Investigation

10th Jun 2026

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.

Private Rental Levels in France

8th Jun 2026

Private Rental Levels in France

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

Status of Spouse/Partner in a Micro Business

3rd Jun 2026

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.

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