The French Property Buyer S Handbook

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.

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.

This book presents a comprehensive reference for real estate investors everywhere. Covering the unique real-estate situations in seventeen key countries, including the United States and Europe, it offers a unique international overview of the real estate market.

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.

Fully revised third edition for everyone hoping to buy property in France whether for a holiday home, retirement or as an investment. The detailed regional guide describes the climate, geography and attractions and covers not only the districts already popular with buyers but also the up-and-coming areas where bargains can be found. The book describes the types of property to be found there and is packed with useful contacts to help you find your dream home. Plus essential background information on France’s history, culture and economy and personal case histories to describe what it is like to actually live there.

Written in an entertaining style with a touch of humour, Buying a Home in France covers everything a prospective buyer could wish to know including buying for investment or pleasure, the best places to live, finding your dream home, money matters, the purchase procedure, moving house, taxation, insurance, letting and much, much more. It is packed with vital information and insider tips to help readers avoid disasters that can turn their dream home into a nightmare. Buying a Home in France is essential reading for anyone planning to buy a home in France, designed to guide readers through the property maze and save them time, trouble and money! Now printed in full color.

This is the essential guide to buying a house in France, whether looking for a home, a holiday house or an investment. This easy-to-use guide details all the need-to-know information, from choosing the right location to finance and legalities. Plus real life tips from people who have been there and done it.