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Buying, Selling & Dealing with Property in France
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Buying property abroad in the era of higher interest rates
With the increase in globalisation and more people travelling than ever before, buying property abroad has become an increasingly popular option. International Property organisations have reported a steady rise in overseas property purchases over the past decade.This surge in popularity has been driven by factors such as lower i... Read More
Things to Consider When Buying Land in France
One of the major attractions of rural life in France is its rich culture and heritage, as well as its farming tradition. The countryside has always been a magnet for people living in Paris and other urban centres in France. It is increasingly so too for expats and foreign investors. Many people are now buying land in France in o... Read More
Property Law in France
For adverse possession to be successful under French Law, there must be unequivocal possession. The below legal matters were considered by the Court of Cassation (High Court) in a recent decision (Cass. 3ème Civ. 10th of September 2020, n°18-23.448). There is a basic principle in French law, according to which, ownership is t... Read More
Pitfalls to avoid when buying a property in France
The process of purchasing a property in France can be either fast or slow. Pre-contracts (option agreements) can be concluded at a very early stage. It is therefore advisable to be cautious before signing a “Promesse de vente” (undertaking to sell) and before making a security deposit requested by the seller. Otherwise, this... Read More
Buying a property in Paris
Paris is a city where there is a huge demand for real estate and where there are many choices and competition. Before buying a property in Paris, as elsewhere, many questions need to be asked: what type of property do you want to buy, for what purpose? The neighbourhood in which to buy a property will also have an impact on the... Read More
Selling a property in France
Selling a property in France may seem a simple operation at first glance, since it is carried out in accordance with a very strict formality under the responsibility of a notary with the possible assistance of a real estate agency, once a buyer has made an offer to purchase which has been accepted by the seller. The following i... Read More
Buying Property in France: the how-to Legal Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTSAbout this GuideInformation you’ll need when buying a second-hand property in FranceWhat if it is a new property rather than second-hand?Vendors' legal and financial obligations towards buyersThe Preliminary sale-purchase contractThe Réitération de la vente or Property DeedsOn what basis may a contract for p... Read More
