Property In France

23rd Apr 2023

Algae a Hidden Defect

In the sale of property, the presence of seaweed can constitute a hidden defect, a French court has ruled.

11th Mar 2023

Société Civile Immobilière (SCI)

What is  a Société Civile Immobilière (SCI), and it is a useful legal vehicle to buying French property?  

20th Feb 2023

Occupying Property Before Completion

A recent court case highlights the pitfalls of allowing the buyer of a property to move in before the sale has been completed.

17th Feb 2023

Declaration of Property Occupancy

The French government now require all owners to declare the occupancy status of their property.

30th Jan 2023

Best Places to Live in Brittany

The small town of Pont-l'Abbé in the Finistère comes tops a review of the best places to live in Brittany.

26th Jan 2023

How to Transfer French Property to Children

Creating distinct legal interests in property is a common inheritance planning strategy in France, so how does it work?

20th Jan 2023

Pesticide Spraying Near Homes

France's highest administrative court has ordered the government to take tougher action to limit the use of pesticides near homes.

9th Jan 2023

Best Mediterranean Seaside Towns

The department of Pyrénées-Orientales dominates in a review of the best Mediterranean seaside towns to live for retirees.

6th Dec 2022

Property Sale Contract Declared Invalid

A French property buyer wins damages against an estate agent for a sale contract improperly drawn up.

7th Nov 2022

Sale Legal on Exchange of Mails

Seller obliged to sell on the basis of exchange of mails with potential buyer.