French property market news

You’ll find all the latest French property news here at France Property Guides, so you can stay up to speed when buying property in France. From updates on house prices to breakdowns of new legislation, you needn’t look anywhere else for French property market news. Get the latest below.

How is Paris faring ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games?

by Alexis Goldberg | Jun 26, 2024

This year, Paris will host the summer Olympics. The games run from 26th July until 11th August and 10,500 athletes from all over the world will be competing in 329 events. The Paralympics take place soon after from 28th August – 8th September with 4,400 athletes competing in 549 events.
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10 pretty properties in the South of France

by Alexis Goldberg | Apr 26, 2022

There are some truly fabulous properties in the South of France, ranging from small bungalows and ancient village properties to ritzy mansions with infinity pools. The rich and famous have always flocked here.
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7 great reasons to buy a property in France by summer

by Beth Nicholson | Apr 25, 2022

With the buying process taking up to three months, you should start now if you want to buy a property in France by summer. It will be worth it…
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French elections: what happens now?

by Erin Harding | Apr 13, 2022

The current President of France, Emmanuel Macron and far-right candidate Marine Le Pen have emerged as the frontrunners of the presidential election after the first round. But what happens now and when will France declare its President?
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10 of the best towns and villages in the Nouvelle Aquitaine

by Alexis Goldberg | Apr 12, 2022

We have sourced 10 lovely towns and villages in the Nouvelle Aquitaine, all of which have tremendous allure for your dream property and life in France.
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French elections: what are the candidates promising for the economy?

by Erin Harding | Apr 7, 2022

The first round of the French Presidential elections begins on April 10. But what are the candidates pledging for the economy? We take a look.
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The good life – owning property in France with land (and animals!)

by Beth Nicholson | Mar 29, 2022

Whether you’re a nature lover, a frustrated farmer or just want to ‘grow your own’, the amazing value of properties for sale in France with land is an exciting opportunity. Truly living the good life can be reality, but you need to know what you’re getting into.
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Embrace a relaxing lifestyle in the Tarn

by Alexis Goldberg | Mar 29, 2022

There is a great deal to be said for the lovely department of the Tarn (postcode 81) in south west France.
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France extends grants to property owners

by Erin Harding | Mar 22, 2022

A scheme in France that provides French property owners with financial aid has been extended. But what do the grants cover and how much could you receive?
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P&O stays in port for “next few days” as it fires UK staff

by Christopher Nye | Mar 17, 2022

P&O ferries has cancelled all of its ferry sailings to France for the next few days and instructed its ships to stay in port (Thursday 17 March), as it announces 800 job losses in an attempt to ensure survival. Some staff, however, are refusing to leave the ships. According to some reports, P&O plans to sack all of its British seafaring staff.
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France to address rising fuel prices to protect economy

by Erin Harding | Mar 15, 2022

It’s no secret that the cost of energy and fuel is rising everywhere at the moment, including in France. Thankfully, the French government is introducing measures to help drivers with the increase in prices.
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