If you are buying a property in France in 2027 then you need to be aware of the real estate taxation costs involved. Often the French property taxes can have a big hit on people's budgets. In this article, Paddy Gibbins, from Artaxa Real Estate, gives you the in's and out's of all the different French Property taxes.

Do you own a holiday home in France, but live in the UK or another country? Find out whether you must declare your French rental income, how furnished rental tax works and why paying tax is not necessarily a reason to leave your house empty.

Worried about French tenancy laws, tenants refusing to leave or being trapped in the wrong rental contract? Learn how foreign landlords can reduce their risks by understanding the different French rental agreements and choosing the right arrangement for the actual purpose of the stay.

If you are looking to build a house in France, one alternative to a self-build project, is to buy a property off-plan, direct from the property developer. Whilst this is the simplest option for constructing a house in France and the property developers themselves will be able to assist you setting up the finances, there is some hidden factors that you should be careful about before embarking on this option.

Buying a house in France can be one of the most exciting decisions you make. Whether you are planning to retire to the French countryside, relocate with your family, buy a holiday home or invest in a rental property, there is a great deal to consider before signing on the dotted line. We have put together this guide to buying property in France to help you understand the French housing market, identify the best places to buy, calculate your budget and navigate the house buying process in France.

Building a house in France involves much more than the construction price per square metre. This 2027 guide compares official building and land-price statistics, explains the extra costs to allow for, and shares practical advice from architects and property professionals.

If you are considering investing in property in the South of France in 2027, our investment property rental calculator examines the potential returns from different types of properties. Depending on the purchase price, location and rental demand, gross rental yields could range from around 6% to 10%, combining summer holiday lets with longer winter rentals.

Ever thought of owning your own home in the South of France and using it to fund your retirement. An impossible dream? Here we explain how owning a buy-to-let investment property in the South of France could be a lot easier than you thought and why 2027 is the right time to buy property in South France.

With a growing number of holiday homes in France being advertised for weekly and monthly rentals, now is the time to get smart about promoting your second home in France. Here is our top 10 guide to promoting your French property for short and long term rentals.

What if I told you that there is an area of France, close to the Mediterranean coast, where you can still buy property at very reasonable prices and potentially earn a gross rental yield of 7–10% a year? Sounds too good to be true? Well, let me give you some food for thought.

Discover how to make your French holiday home work harder by combining summer holiday lets with longer-term winter rentals. We look at rental income, marketing, property management and the practical decisions that help owners avoid expensive mistakes.

If you are investing in property in France in 2027, where should you buy? Where can you pick up property in France at reasonable prices? Which areas of France offer the best return on investment? Where can you expect strong capital growth? Where are the best places to live in France? The answer is the South of France.

We often get asked by clients for help and assistance in finding suitable renovation properties in Southern France. I recently met with two award-winning Architects, François Brunner and Olga Sanina, so I took the opportunity to ask them some of the typical questions about house renovation in France and the pitfalls to avoid when renovating property. 

The role of a Notaire in France is often characterised as being nothing more than a glorified tax collector. But they do provide some key services when buying a property in France. All property purchases in France must be conducted through a professionally licensed Notaire. The Notaire or Notary is a French lawyer, trained specifically in French property law. 

Buying a house is always an emotional experience, but from what I have observed, buying a house in France is especially emotionally driven. Here is a checklist of things to consider when buying property in France to help you make that right decision. 

When deciding where to buy property in France, it is worth considering more than house prices. I often say that the where is more important than the what. I hate to quote the phrase 'location, location, location' (damn it, I have quoted it again). But it is absolutely true, especially with France.