Does La Poste charge more for posting non-French books abroad?Reader told that there is a lower tariff for works written in French
What can I do about neighbour’s cat leaving mess in our French garden?We look at the possible courses of action, from natural deterrents to legal procedures
What are the rules on licence-free cars in France? People can drive a voiture sans permis from the age of 14. We explain the main considerations to bear in mind
What are the options for employing a gardener in France?We look at the different ways to hire someone to help with your garden, the average cost and what tax credits you may be entitled to
How much should we expect to pay to get a chimney swept in France?We look into the prices as well as the rules around how often you need to get your chimneys cleaned
Can we use the 90-day rule to extend stay after French visa runs out?Second-home owners should avoid spending too long in France in a given year if they do not want to be tax residents
Where can I find an English-speaking employment lawyer in France?Professional bodies for the avocats and notaires are among sources of help with obtaining advice
Buying an electric car: What French aids are available to help?A number of cities, departments and regions have their own schemes, on top of national offers to help make this greener option more affordable
Can I rent a van in France and drop it off in the UK afterwards?Local French supermarkets often offer van rental, however they need to be returned to the same place
How did French garage get my details to send letter about car test?We look into why this happened and what you can do about it
UK wills appointing trustees: Watch out for tax effects in FranceClauses involving leaving property in trust may have unforeseen consequences for your heirs
Can French authorities send parking fine without a windscreen note? We look at whether parking charge notices can be sent directly to a car owner’s home in France
Do we need permission to cut down a tree in our French garden?We look into the rules covering getting rid of a tree in the case of building an extension
What happened to the EU travel rule regarding Covid booster doses?We look back at the EU’s Digital Covid Certificate scheme and whether health passes are still in place in France
Do swimming pools show up on French taxe foncière bills? We look at how the bills are set out and whether they contain details of structures such as pools
Can my elderly mother staying with me in France get a carte de séjour?We look at the residency rules for dependent relatives and the procedure they must follow
Must I pay French inheritance tax on a UK legacy? We look at whether it is possible to be taxed twice when residents of France inherit assets in the UK
Can Americans stay in France for 90 extra days due to 1949 agreement?Several blog posts suggest that US citizens can stay in France for an extra three months after their 90 days of visa-free travel in the Schengen area is used up. We explain
Should I include appliances in a French house insurance estimate?When taking out a home cover policy, you are asked to calculate the approximate value of the property
Are above ground pools subject to the taxe foncière in France? We look at which types of swimming pools are subject to local taxes
Self-employed in France: Should I bill client for travel costs? You may want to consider splitting the cost of the tax and social charges between the two of you
Is it cheaper to sell French property with a notaire or estate agent?We look at how commissions work for both
