Buying A House In France

This essential new book takes you through all the stages of buying a house and moving to France, covering everything a non-French person needs to know about:? Buying a house in France- choosing the right area- the different property styles- looking for the right property- dealing with property agents- building your own house- arranging finance for the purchase- negotiating the property transaction? Moving to France- moving into your new house- getting all the paperwork right- opening bank accounts and tax- health and the French social security system- running a gite business- finding a job or starting a business in FrancePlus hundreds of tips and lots of advice on all those small matters that are key to making your purchase in France a success.All this is explained in straight-forward language, supported by a wealth of tables, contact details for further information, and many case studies of people who have bought property in France.Is this book for you?The book is for anyone looking to buy a property in France to use as a holiday home, to work from, or to start a new life abroad.It can be used as an active reference guide when "on the ground" in France, getting up early for that 8am appointment with an immobilier. But can also be used by people thinking about moving to France in the future, but who are not quite ready to make the move yet. This book highlights all the issues that you need to consider.

More and more people are buying property in France. The climate, culture and lifestyle make it a seductive proposition, and affordable travel connections and comparatively low property prices in most regions can make this dream a reality for many. The new edition of this popular book deals with the details of buying or renting a home in France in a practical, straight-forward style. Every aspect of buying property is dealt with, including financial issues and choosing a location, and there is an in-depth look at the different regions of France. With maps, useful addresses, information on travel and a dictionary of helpful French terms, this really is the ideal companion for anyone considering buying a property in France. Comprehensive and readable, it will help any prospective buyer avoid the pitfalls and turning the dream of a home in France into reality.

You're planning to take the plunge and invest in your dream: a property and perhaps a life in France. How can you be sure to avoid mistakes? This book will take you step by step through the process by addressing all the questions you need to ask both yourself and French professionals, such as:* Should I buy a house in France as an investment?* Will I be able to obtain a mortgage in the UK for a foreign property?* Are there any rights of way attached to the land?* Does the house or land come with the necessary planning permission?* Has this property been treated for infestation?* Are there any plans for development in the area?* What do I need to do about the local taxes?* How do I go about letting the house?Use the benefit of Mark Sampson's experience to guide you through the questions you need to ask about what sort of house to buy, where to look, what's involved in the contractual process and what to do with your house once you've bought it. At every stage of the way, you will learn what's important to be aware of, including relevant French laws and systems.A plethora of phrases are translated into French for you to have at your fingertips, making this an essential purchase to steer you clear of the pitfalls and help you make the right choices when buying a house in France.

Thinking of buying a house in France? This book is for anyone - whether you're moving to live and work, start a business, invest or retire. With comprehensive listings of all types of properties and updated prices, regulations and taxation information this new edition is fully revised and richly illustrated. The regulations and practices surrounding house purchase can vary greatly from country to country & this book includes all you need to know including how to raise finance, find and deal with estate agents, what inspections and surveys are necessary, conveyancing, exchanging contracts, arranging removals and getting power and water connected etc. Also essential information for when the purchase is complete from how to deal with builders and other craftsmen when restoring or renovating to making money from a house by renting it out.

Praise and Reviews "Packed with practical, expert advice, this is an indispensable guide on how to avert disaster when purchasing a French property. With step-by-step guidance, it deals with the finer details to make your move a stress-free success. No prospective buyer should be without it."- Everything France"A practical guide that deals with all the relevant issues."- Mortgage Advisor and Home Buyer"A constant reference point."- French Property LinksMore and more people are buying property in France. The climate, culture and lifestyle make it a very seductive proposition. This fully revised second edition of The Complete Guide to Buying Property in France is the most informative and best-value book available on the subject. It is packed with expert advice on every issue you will need to consider, including:choosing your location - the regions of France, their property markets and transport linksevery step of the purchasing processfinancing your purchaseFrench inheritance and taxation ruleshealth and educationadapting to your French lifestylerenting and letting a home in Francesetting up a business in FrancePacked with practical details such as useful vocabulary, Web sites, contact addresses, flight information and sample letters, it is your essential companion to avoiding the pitfalls and turning your dream into a reality.

Thinking about buying a house in France? Not sure how to go about it or what's available in your price range? Then look no further than French Property Buying Guide 2003, a practical guide for the serious French homebuyer from the publishers of French Magazine. With more than 380 pages, French Property Buying Guide 2003 is packed with buying advice, region and price guides, case studies and maps to make your search for a home in France as simple as possible.

Straightforward, practical and independent advice on a broad range of subjects related to French property, based on my own personal experience. This includes choices about buying and renting, the costs and intricacies of the legal processes, and how to avoid some of the pitfalls.