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French second homes: How capital gains tax abatement works (2025)

The tax exemption at sale depends on the time elapsed since the property was purchased

French second homes: tax-exemption time for capital gains may be reduced
Can I take my small pot pension from the UK early while living in France?

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Latest news and updates on financial matters as well as practical tips on banking and the cost of living in France

What is considered a ‘modest income’ in France?

Researchers estimate how much a retiree needs to ‘live decently’ in France

Assurance vie beneficiary clauses: clear wording is everything - Partner article

French second homes: How capital gains tax abatement works (2025)

French second homes: tax-exemption time for capital gains may be reduced

Can I take my small pot pension from the UK early while living in France?

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Researchers estimate how much a retiree needs to ‘live decently’ in France

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Several motorways in France to remove toll tickets, but keep exit barriers

How ‘margin of error’ works for French speed cameras

Driving at night in France: What are the rules on headlights?

Stepchildren: French MPs approve higher inheritance tax allowance

MPs vote to replace France’s property wealth tax with ‘unproductive wealth’ levy

Dordogne electricity broker claims 8% savings for most clients

Interview: Gabriel Zucman on France’s ‘Zucman tax’

Rules around bank overdrafts to be tightened in France

Image: new €2 coin in France features Notre-Dame cathedral

Millions in France to see two tax debits from bank account today

Could France soon become cashless?

What are the proposed changes to child allowance rules in France?

Death charges claimed by French banks to be restricted

Brittany island’s only ATM shuts, limiting cash access for residents

Errors to avoid when making French bank transfer after October 9

Receive French tax credits? If so it is good to update your information

What to do with your low denomination euro coins in France

Who is eligible for France's new electric vehicle leasing scheme?

Navigating French gift tax – a simple guide for residents - Partner article

European Central Bank recommends keeping €70 - €100 in cash at home

What are the regulations on trusts in France? - Partner article

Do you need to declare a UK inheritance in France? - Partner article

Budget could cut tax reduction for parents of secondary school children in France

Extra security checks on French bank transfers from next month

French restaurant piggy banks: the old way to save cash

French association matches struggling students with helpers

What is the average amount inherited in France?

Crédit Mutuel and CIC clients hit by mass outage as payments and withdrawals blocked

Partner article: How procrastination can hurt your wealth in France

How to ensure your French bank card works abroad

Is it possible for early-retiree to open French retirement savings account?

What to do if you have a damaged banknote in France

How France’s ‘back to school’ grant works and the amounts for 2025

Which UK banks allow residents in France to open or keep an account?