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Renting out a second home in France: what checks are needed?
Energy ratings, safety reviews and other documents are required
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How can I stop wasps nesting in my French second home?
They usually seek sheltered spots close to water, dry wood and food
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France seeks to boost second home sales by cutting capital gains tax
French MPs vote in favour of measure aimed at freeing up more property
Tax-free, but not for all
President Macron recently told members of the public that “no one is going to be paying taxe d’habitation any more” – but did he really mean no one?
It appears not. A spokeswoman for the Economy Ministry said the removal of the tax still concerns only main homes and not second homes.
She added that plans to axe it for the 20% of better-off homes are subject to changes that may follow the Grand Débat consultations.
Other households should benefit this year from 65% off bills (after 30% last year), then no tax at all to pay in 2020 and onwards.
