Post Brexit is it still beneficial to import a car from UK to France?Prior to Brexit many considered that the comparatively lower price in the UK justified the extra paperwork
How do I make insurance claim after weather damage to French home?As with drought damage, insurance payments may not arrive until the commune has been declared a drought disaster zone
How does hospital and other medical transport work in France?Some costs can be partially – or fully – covered by social security, though in some cases you will need a prescription
Can La Poste forward my letters to me outside France? The French postal service offers several useful options if you will be away from home for extended periods
Is it legal to pay a tradesperson in cash in France? There are rules which dictate how to pay for work at your home
Do personal credit ratings exist in France?It is advisable in France as elsewhere to try and avoid 'payment incidents'
Flowery French newspaper-speak explainedIf you wondered what phrases such as to La cité phocéenne or ‘il a vu le jour’ mean you are the victim of an interesting if sometimes confusing cultural trait
What are the rules for solar panels near historic French monuments?Projects near a listed building or site must be approved by the Architectes des bâtiments de France
Renovating a French property: be aware of planning rules before buyingRules and restrictions can vary from region to region. Helen Fullerton of Ashtons Legal answers a reader query
Do I benefit from lower charges if I register an S1 in France?We review using an S1 as a newly qualified British state pensioner in France
I live in the US – how can I pay taxe foncière bill if not in France?Payments can be made easily online providing you have a personal space on the French tax site
Is it true that older drivers must put an S sticker on cars in France?If required it is possible to buy such markers online and display them on your car
Is an English ‘Lasting Power of Attorney’ valid in France?LPAs are put in place by many wishing to ensure that their financial and or health affairs are protected should their circumstances change
Does an increase in French property prices mean more pay wealth tax?We look at determining the eligibility and calculation criteria for property wealth tax in France
How long to get a visa for France, what is cost for a courier service?Taking advantage of all services offered can help facilitate the visa process
When and at what times can you mow your lawn in France?We look at the rules surrounding grass cutting and other garden-related noise
Why are essential items so expensive in France?This is not the first time, in 2019, food products and non-alcoholic beverages were 15% more expensive in France than the EU average
Are visitors allowed to volunteer for charity work in France?Some charities publish calls for volunteers for specific missions
What are the rules for a handwritten will in France?John Kitching of French Law Consultancy answers a reader query
Why do only second home owners pay taxe d’habitation in France? The tax has been abolished for all main residences but still applies for second homes
French law: Can I cut an overhanging branch from neighbour’s tree?France’s Code Civil includes specific rules on encroaching branches and trees
What can I do with my old euro coins in France?There are several different ways to move on smaller coins
