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.
What does the new energy-efficiency law mean for buyers in France?
To sell a property in France, the seller legally has to provide up-to-date energy ratings before it can go on the market. This is known as the “Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique” in France or DPE. The other ratings on gas (if applicable), electricity, natural risks, termites, lead and asbestos, must be done before the property is sold. This is termed as “dossier de diagnostic technique” (DDT).Read more...
The evolution of Halloween in France
If your favourite holiday to celebrate is Halloween, then a word of caution. This tradition does not quite hold the gravitas in France that it may in other countries, particularly the US and the UK. However, as with many things, this is evolving slowly but surely. Halloween in France is gaining popularity, with many more people getting involved in celebrations. Particularly those with children, and, perhaps surprisingly, more in rural locations than within cities.Read more...
Discover six second-home locations in Northern France
France, our nearest neighbour, is really just a hop, skip and a jump away. A weekend break in the north of the country could well inspire you to buy a second home there.Read more...
The appeal of the Hérault in the south of France
Often overlooked for the more popular Dordogne or Charente by international buyers, the Hérault offers the best of both rural France and seaside resort towns.Read more...
Things to know about pets in France
When you’re moving to France with animals, be it dogs, cats, hamsters or rabbits, you want peace of mind that they’ll get there safely and be happy. So you’ll be glad to know that pets in France are commonly accepted in public places. Some bars, restaurants and shops permit pets too, although dogs are more commonly welcomed than other animals.Read more...
5 French locations with great autumnal appeal
Here are five French locations that bask in gorgeous autumnal glow. From Nice with its extended summers to Limoux with its Fall foliage and grape-picking, discover the perfect one for you.Read more...
Should you worry about France’s second home tax?
Certain parts of the press have been full of outrage over, as the Daily Mail put it: “Macron destroying the dream of owning a holiday home in France”. So, how worried should you be about increases to France’s second homes tax?Read more...
France’s Rugby World Cup: your need to knows
One way to immerse yourself in French life is to show an interest in one of the nation’s favourite sport – rugby! With the Rugby World Cup here, we delve into the best stadiums to enjoy the sport.Read more...
Accès Libre: New guide to disability-accessible places in France
The French government has finally launched a brand-new guide to accessible places in France, particularly for wheelchairs and those with disabilities.Read more...
Vive La France! How to be more French
There’s a lot of advice about making the effort to integrate with your local community upon relocating to France. But apart from interacting and mixing with the locals, how can you quickly appear to be more French? Acting like a native and truly blending in. Here we look at 10 tips that will instantly make you appear more French in your attitude and outlook, as well as when engaging in conversation.Read more...
How France is coping with the latest wildfires
With much of Europe enduring extremely hot temperatures recently, we look at how France has fared and kept its wildfires under control.Read more...