Property In France

12th Jun 2025

Vacant Homes in France

Despite efforts by public authorities, the number of vacant homes in France remains alarmingly high, posing significant challenges for housing policies, says the French national auditor.

6th Jun 2025

Death and Property Purchase

What happens in a property sale should a seller die before the deed of conveyance has been signed?

7th Apr 2025

Seller Liability for Building Works

What is the liability of a property seller to a purchaser for works carried out by them?

26th Mar 2025

Cooling-Off Period for Property Buyers

Buyers of French property have a 10-day cooling-off period, but when exactly does it start?

20th Mar 2025

Hidden Easements on French Property

Hidden easements are not unusual on French property, so a sale and purchase contract needs careful drafting.

29th Jan 2025

Property Declarations - A 'Fiasco' say Auditors

The French national auditor has published an explosive report on the mismanagement of the property declarations owners were required to submit in 2023.

20th Dec 2024

Energy Efficiency Performance Survey

What is the cost of the obligatory energy performance survey on the sale or letting of property?

14th Dec 2024

Capital Gains Tax - Entering Residential Care

What is the liability to capital gains tax for a person entering residential care?

12th Dec 2024

Complaints about Notaires

Complaints about notaires by international owners are widespread, so what are the most common problems?

5th Dec 2024

Non-Resident SCIs - Capital Gains Tax

A court ruling highlights the liability to capital gains tax  of a property held via a non-resident SCI.