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People in France with electric installations older than 15 years warned of anomalies and fire risk

In some areas close to 90% of homes have a faulty electrical appliance

Homeowner in France must remove security camera as it records public road

Any cameras pointing towards a public space are an invasion of privacy, court rules

French village pays families to buy a home there

A grant of €5,000 plus €1,000 per child is available in an attempt to attract young families

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These districts of Paris are most popular amongst Americans in France

More arrondissements are seeing US buyers in the wake of the Trump presidency, specialist estate agencies say

Photos: Louis XIII-style château near Paris up for auction

The 400-year-old property has 32 hectares of parkland

How to prepare your pool for the summer season in France

You must 'wake up' your pool and treat the water before taking a dip

How quickly do homes near you go under offer in France?

68 days in Paris, 86 in Bordeaux: the average time is falling across much of the country

What is ‘SRU number’ on French house sale document?

A 2000 law led to several major chances for buyers, sellers, and builders

Paper version of ‘property use’ form available to download in French and English

Property owners who have seen its status change must update information before July 1

Undergrowth clearance: Where in France must buyers be informed?

Mandatory vegetation clearing aims to prevent wildfires in at-risk areas.

Find a rural home in France for under €100,000 without renovation hassle

See country houses for sale within this budget that are ready to move in to

What are the rules on changing your windows in France?

Properties in certain protected areas face strict regulations

French property: See what €50,000, €150,000 and over €2m buys in Bas-Rhin

This small department on the German border is home to the historic city of Strasbourg

Can stepchildren inherit property under French succession law?

French succession laws can affect inheritance of property from a step-parent

French property market picks up with rural homes still leading way

Britons are returning to buy in south-west

Tips for Americans considering a French mortgage

With the number of Americans moving to France on the rise, we ask the experts for some tips for those considering applying for a French mortgage

Boost for people doing home renovations in Dordogne

The plan aims to connect citizens with local public renovation services to modernise old housing stock

Hosting scheme in south-west France lets you sample lifestyle before you move

Households in nine Dordogne communes volunteer under Mes Nouveaux Voisins scheme

How long does it take to sell property in different areas of France? New study

Many major cities are showing signs of recovery when it comes to supply, demand, prices, and time to sell

Seller and buyer bypass contracted estate agent - and land €30,000 penalty in France

The Bordeaux Court of Appeals rules a buyer and seller who avoided estate agent fees must pay compensation

Extra ‘taxes’ imposed on high earners should be permanent, says French finance minister

This would not constitute a return to the former wealth tax, he adds

Fines over missing Biens immobiliers French property declarations to start in 2026

Property owners must still declare any 2024 changes to property by July 1 this year

Vast majority of French departments opt to increase property notaire fees

What difference will it make to buyers and sellers?

Property watch: See what €50,000, €180,000 and over €1million buys in Pyréneés-Orientales

Pyréneés-Orientales is one of the few departments in France where residents can go to ski resorts as well as the seaside

Is any financial aid available to pay for installing a septic tank for our French property?

Homeowners installing a tank must work closely with local authorities

Tough Airbnb rules in Marseille prompt many property owners to sell

City council reduce time that a property can be rented to short-term guests

Closest ski resort to Paris for sale

La Loge des Gardes, a family-friendly resort, offers year-round activities and is seeking new ownership

Who is liable for repair costs after the sale of a property in France?

Sellers can be liable for repairs in the case of hidden defects

French wealth tax: Six ways to reduce what you have to pay

The property valuation threshold for France's impôt sur la fortune immobilière (IFI) in 2025 is €1.3million per tax household

New natural disaster zones declared in south-east France

Property owners have 30 days to make a claim due to damage by landslides, mudslides, or flooding

List: The French departments where property notaire fees have risen (or will soon)

Only nine have declined to increase them

Do roof repairs need to be declared to French tax authorities?

Repairs do not usually require planning authorisation to be issued

Burglaries: the French cities and towns most - and least - affected

New official stats have been released with significant geographical differences

French energy vouchers: 2025 date confirmed – and it is much later than usual

Five million people are eligible for the physical voucher, which can be up to €277

New notaire data suggests easing of Paris property crisis

Property experts have talked of ‘easing pressure’ and ‘breathing space’ after a four-year slump

Metal newbuild homes cheaper than concrete in France

Building process is much faster and there are energy-efficiency gains too

How to value a property for France's wealth tax

Here is how to check if you have to pay the impôt sur la fortune immobilière (IFI) – and how much it will be

New rules lower aid for home solar panels in France

Installation bonuses have also been cut as government looks to promote ‘self-consumption’ of power

Graph: How do French electricity prices compare with other EU countries and UK

Costs have steadily risen across the last decade

Can neighbour force us to put fence up in French garden?

Rules on undergrowth clearance and habitat protection come into play

French ski resort properties avoid energy rental ban (for a while)

Ban on category G properties is postponed until 2034 in mountain regions

French ‘property use’ declarations: who has to do this in 2025 and by when?

Declarations have been required since 2023

French police can check your home (and elderly relatives) when you are away

Here is how to sign up for the service, as well as a special check for elderly people. Plus, advice on how to avoid ‘fake police’ scams

Gale warnings: how to limit damage to your home in France and errors to avoid

Securing outdoors furniture is a key step to help avoid serious damage

Garden clearing obligations to be extended in south of France

Owners who fail to clear undergrowth face fines

France plans crackdown on fraud around obligatory energy ratings for homes

All homes being sold or let need an up-to-date DPE

What are the rules for installing an electric fence on French property?

Electric fences are not solely for agricultural purposes

Why this widely-used gardening tool can land you a large fine in France

Stores are banned from selling the item

Small lakeside French hamlet to be sold at auction - starting price €450,000

The tourist site has a collection of 13 gîtes and a swimming pool

Water leak leaves home owner in France facing €35,000 bill

Expert report states broken pipes were result of earthworks by local mairie, but they refuse to pay

'How we are reviving our Belle Epoque property on the edge of Lyon'

This period home from 1900 is a functioning hotel filled with antique furniture and artefacts

Property watch: See what €50,000, €250,000 and over €1million buys in Hautes-Pyrénées

Its main city Tarbes has good transport links and there are many mountain property bargains to be had

Understand France's inheritance tax rules and nue-propriété

Question relates to situation when holder of a nue-propriété predeceases the holder of the usufruit

Good news for buyers and sellers as French mortgage rates fall and are open to negotiation

Some banks are offering special mortgage deals as property market recovering – but will this continue?

List: these are the French home improvement works that must be declared

Inform tax authorities separately even if you have construction permit

Can we bring UK digger to France to work on our second home?

There is a time limit on how long machinery can be brought over to avoid import fees

What is the best way to deal with ‘stink bugs’ in our French home?

The bugs arrived from Asia and are considered an invasive species

What are the rules for burning garden waste in France in 2025?

Spring is a popular time to clean up in garden

Is it necessary to sign up to a local déchetterie in France before using it?

Rules are changing in several areas to cut down on excessive waste

See how long it takes to sell a property in France by area in 2025

Some major cities have seen a significant increase in time to finalise a sale in comparison to 2024

Can we gift French property to our daughter?

Gift taxes will be levied if certain thresholds are passed

French property owners and tenants: what are rules for obligatory undergrowth clearance?

Land in many areas must be cleared to reduce risk of forest fires

French home energy cheque aid will be sent later in 2025 - who gets this?

Changes mean vouchers can no longer be used for eco-renovations

French church for sale for €362,500 - could be turned into a home

The 539m² building on classified ad website Leboncoin is due to be deconsecrated

Department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine to increase property purchase fees

Local councils have been given ability to raise fees in new budget

How much do energy efficiency renovations cost in France?

Owners will want to ensure properties improve by at least two DPE ratings, increasing the work and cost needed

Are there any ways to reduce notaire fees when buying a property in France?

We look at some less well-known possibilities as tax hike looms

Is extra insurance for French garden pool required?

Sarah Bright-Thomas of Bright Avocats answers a reader query

Is it possible to find French cadastral plans online?

Certain plans go back to the 1800s

Map: Sale prices of flats across France and how they rose or fell in 2024

Areas including Corsica and Poitiers saw prices rise, but significant falls of nearly -8% elsewhere were recorded

How much do flats and houses rent for in your area of France? See official data

An interactive map allows you to check at commune level

How can renovations on French second home reduce capital gains tax?

Reductions related to length of ownership start after five years

Must chimney in French home be swept annually even if it is not used?

Some areas require chimneys to be swept multiple times per year

Can French forced heirship rules be bypassed?

Antonia Ridley-Hughes of Ashtons Legal, answers a reader query

Will my daughter have to pay tax on inherited property in France?

The value of a property can often be above tax-free sums on inheritance

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People in France with electric installations older than 15 years warned of anomalies and fire risk

Homeowner in France must remove security camera as it records public road

French village pays families to buy a home there

These districts of Paris are most popular amongst Americans in France

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A Parisian explains his city’s 20 arrondissements

French airport under scrutiny for payments to Ryanair

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French village pays families to buy a home there

Photos: Louis XIII-style château near Paris up for auction

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How quickly do homes near you go under offer in France?

What is ‘SRU number’ on French house sale document?

Paper version of ‘property use’ form available to download in French and English

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Find a rural home in France for under €100,000 without renovation hassle

What are the rules on changing your windows in France?

French property: See what €50,000, €150,000 and over €2m buys in Bas-Rhin

Can stepchildren inherit property under French succession law?

Hidden defects cause legal row for €1 house in France

Why short-term rentals face declining profitability in France

Graph: see latest flat price changes in your area of France

French property market picks up with rural homes still leading way

What are the rules for installing wooden shutters in France?

Map: see house price changes for your area of France in latest notaire data

Large increase in Americans buying properties on the Cote d’Azur

Is compensation possible if a neighbour’s pet damages garden at French second home?

Repairs on dry stone wall in France: Must stones be bought or can they be picked up?

Tips for Americans considering a French mortgage

Boost for people doing home renovations in Dordogne

Hosting scheme in south-west France lets you sample lifestyle before you move

How long does it take to sell property in different areas of France? New study

Seller and buyer bypass contracted estate agent - and land €30,000 penalty in France

Extra ‘taxes’ imposed on high earners should be permanent, says French finance minister

Fines over missing Biens immobiliers French property declarations to start in 2026

Vast majority of French departments opt to increase property notaire fees

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Is any financial aid available to pay for installing a septic tank for our French property?

Tough Airbnb rules in Marseille prompt many property owners to sell

Closest ski resort to Paris for sale

Who is liable for repair costs after the sale of a property in France?

French wealth tax: Six ways to reduce what you have to pay

New natural disaster zones declared in south-east France

List: The French departments where property notaire fees have risen (or will soon)

Do roof repairs need to be declared to French tax authorities?

Burglaries: the French cities and towns most - and least - affected

French energy vouchers: 2025 date confirmed – and it is much later than usual

New notaire data suggests easing of Paris property crisis

Metal newbuild homes cheaper than concrete in France

How to value a property for France's wealth tax

New rules lower aid for home solar panels in France

Graph: How do French electricity prices compare with other EU countries and UK

Can neighbour force us to put fence up in French garden?

French ski resort properties avoid energy rental ban (for a while)

French ‘property use’ declarations: who has to do this in 2025 and by when?

French police can check your home (and elderly relatives) when you are away

Gale warnings: how to limit damage to your home in France and errors to avoid

Garden clearing obligations to be extended in south of France

France plans crackdown on fraud around obligatory energy ratings for homes

What are the rules for installing an electric fence on French property?

Why this widely-used gardening tool can land you a large fine in France

Small lakeside French hamlet to be sold at auction - starting price €450,000

Water leak leaves home owner in France facing €35,000 bill

'How we are reviving our Belle Epoque property on the edge of Lyon'

Property watch: See what €50,000, €250,000 and over €1million buys in Hautes-Pyrénées

Understand France's inheritance tax rules and nue-propriété

Good news for buyers and sellers as French mortgage rates fall and are open to negotiation

List: these are the French home improvement works that must be declared

Can we bring UK digger to France to work on our second home?

What is the best way to deal with ‘stink bugs’ in our French home?

What are the rules for burning garden waste in France in 2025?

Is it necessary to sign up to a local déchetterie in France before using it?

See how long it takes to sell a property in France by area in 2025

Can we gift French property to our daughter?

French property owners and tenants: what are rules for obligatory undergrowth clearance?

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