26th Sep 2024

Burglaries in France in 2023

A new report provides an insight into burglary levels in each department of France.

24th Sep 2024

Death in France - Recovery of Social Benefits

Beneficiaries of an estate in France can face a bill for social benefits and residential care services received by a deceased person.

19th Sep 2024

Builders Liability Insurance and Ancillary Activities

A recent case in the French courts considered the scope of general liability insurance for a builder undertaking works of an ancillary nature.

17th Sep 2024

Interest Free Loans for Energy Conservation

A new lifetime loan offer has been introduced, alongside an existing interest free loan for energy conservation works.

12th Sep 2024

How to Reduce the Cost of an Inheritance - Part 1

By the standards of many other countries inheritance tax in France is high, so taking advantage of the options available to reduce the tax is essential for many international owners.

9th Sep 2024

Local Rates Bills 2024

The overwhelming majority of councils have decided not to impose an increase in the local rates this year.

5th Sep 2024

Planning Consents and Water Resources

Planning consents in France are increasingly subject to the availability of sufficient water resources in the locality.

3rd Sep 2024

Commercial Property Funds - SCPIs

Commercial property funds in France popular with individual investors are facing a crisis of confidence.

29th Aug 2024

Building Work on Rental Properties

Distinguishing between tax deductible and non-deductible building works carried out by a  landlord on a rental property.

26th Aug 2024

Valuation of Effects for Inheritance Tax

What are the rules concerning the valuation of personal and household effects for French inheritance tax?