10th Dec 2025

Reform of Assurance Vie

The French national auditor has called for a radical reform of assurance vie.

8th Dec 2025

Invasion of the Vending Machines

What began as a convenient solution for late-night pizza cravings or missed parcel deliveries has turned into a full-blown regulatory headache for dozens of French mayors.

5th Dec 2025

Tax Residency and International Treaties

The recent case in the French courts’ sheds light on the complexities of tax residency, international tax treaties, and the boundaries of tax optimisation.

3rd Dec 2025

Limites of Termite Survey

A French court recently examined a buyer’s complaint concerning damage allegedly linked to an inadequate termite inspection.

1st Dec 2025

Tax Free Savings Account: Income Thresholds

Income thresholds which grant eligibility to a regulated tax free savings account have been increased for 2026.

27th Nov 2025

Suspension of a Foreign Driving Licence

A French court hands down a landmark decision on the suspension of a foreign driving licence.

25th Nov 2025

Housing Market Review Q3/25

Estate agents are reporting signs of recovery in the housing market, although the landscape remains fragile.

22nd Nov 2025

Taxe Foncière 2026 - Homes Revaluation

An update of the tax base for property descriptions will affect 7.4 million homes in 2026. UPDATE: The government has announced the suspension of this measure 26th Nov.

20th Nov 2025

Notaire Convicted of Fraud Over Fees

The French Supreme Court recently examined a case concerning the legal boundaries of fraud within a notaire’s office.

18th Nov 2025

New Driving Licence Validity Period

A new European law has set a maximum validity period for driving licences, replacing lifetime licences.