August 30, 2007 at 8:54 pm
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August 13, 2008 at 9:04 am
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Latest figures from French Ministry of Toursim reveal there are 2.9 million second homes in France with over 50% owned by foreigners (50% rise since 1997).
93% are European with the Brits topping the list with 28.5%. Then come the Italians (14%), Swiss (12%), Gerrmans (11%), Belgians (10%), Dutch (8%), Spanish (3%) and Americans (3%). Since 2001 the Irish has shown the biggest rise in ownership with an 86% increase.
Where are they buying?
Not surprisingly the largest concentration is along the Med Coast. Top areas:
Alpes Maritimes (17%)
Var (9%)
Paris (7%)
Haute Savoie (5%)
Herault (4%)
Pyrenees-Orientales (4%)
See you there!
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Related Posts:Living in France articlesOur feature writers are daily writing new articles about Living in France, Buying in France or the various regions of France. The articles have useful tips and advice.
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Top tips for buying a French propertyBuying a home in France can be an intimidating process but following some easy steps will have you relaxing in your chateaux or Parisian apartment in no time.One of the most important tips when buying property in France is to set yourself a realistic budget and stick to it. Although.....click title for details
Know your mortgage options when buying French propertyFor many hoping to purchase property for sale in France the prospect of getting a mortgage can be an intimidating one. But knowing exactly how the system works can help a prospective buyer obtain a loan with relatively little stress involved.Like in Britain, mortgages are available at all major French.....click title for details
Counting the cost of buying in FranceYou may have found that perfect home in France but there are a number of extra costs which may catch the less savvy investors by surprise.These can vary according to the type of property and the region you're buying in but it is important to make space for them within.....click title for details
French mortgages for non EU residentsIf you are living in the US or anywhere else outside of the EU, buying a property in France is the ideal way to get a taste of life on the continent.Although it can be an intimidating thought, the process of buying a French property is generally an easy one.....click title for details
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August 13, 2008 at 12:08 am
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French Meals
To become really familiar with French culture, you’ll need to understand what French people normally eat at mealtimes (as well as their eating habits), whether you plan to eat out at a restaurant or invite some locals to your place for a meal. Only then will you truly feel part of the landscape.
Breakfast
French people love their croissants at just about every breakfast meal. Whether you choose the fanciest restaurant or the most inexpensive café, you’ll have your choice of a few …
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Related Posts:Why do YOU want to move to France?Over the weekend and today there has been much media coverage of the report into why the Brits are flocking to France.
Food?
Wine?
Weather?
Apparently not!
Research carried out by Montesquieu University in Bordeaux, south-west France, and presented to the Foreign Office says otherwise.
Marie-Martine Gervais-Aguer, the author of the study, said: "A lot of.....click title for details
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August 11, 2008 at 11:08 pm
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Besides good wine, France is also known for its somewhat reckless drivers. Compared to driving in Great Britain, when you drive or hire a car in France, it can be a bit of an experience. To ensure your driving experience is as pleasant (and safe) as possible, we’ve listed some of the main French driving rules that can help you drive defensively in this most colorful country.
Drive on the right side of the road
Contrary to British driving, French drivers drive on the right side of the road. It might take …
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Related Posts:Investing in FranceBuying a French holiday home and then renting it out is likely to earn you a fair bit of cash, according to the latest figures. The study says shows that currently there are around 400,000 overseas properties owned by British investors with over half of these in Spain and France.Income.....click title for details
Train speeds up French property huntHeading across France to find Dordogne properties for sale or that perfect cottage in Provence has just got that bit easier.Driving through France from the UK just to go house hunting can be a tiring undertaking but the opening of a new high speed train could make all the difference......click title for details
On the road to a new life in FranceOnce you've bought your new French property the last thing you'll want to do is leave it. But just in case you get the urge for a drive through the countryside, here are some tips to make sure you're up to speed on the rules of the road.Roads are mostly.....click title for details
French Regional GuidesWe have regional guides to France - to help you decide where to buy!
We have a new writer who has a wry sense of humour - so you can learn and enjoy at the same time!
Some extracts:
France Regional Guides
Writing about Provence (PACA): "The Alps of Provence are home to the.....click title for details
When to buy a French PropertyFrance still remains a popular place to buy a second home or retirement home. During the summer months of July and August is NOT the best time to hunt for a property! July and August are the months that the French holiday - there is a mass exodus to the.....click title for details
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July 21, 2008 at 11:07 pm
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Even if you’ve never visited France before or never watched a cycling competition in your life, you’ve probably still heard about the famous Tour de France. Tour de France is perhaps the most popular cycling competition in the world, which takes place on an annual basis throughout France in various topographic settings (mountainous ranges to flatlands). Every year the thrill and excitement of the race penetrates throughout France and Europe, and even to the coasts of North America and beyond.
History of the race
The first Tour de France started over …
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Related Posts:Tour ‘brings investors in’Investors who are thinking of buying French property should consider taking advantage of the positive coverage the country will receive during the world famous Tour de France.In what has been described by property experts as a "brilliant, three-week advertisement for France", the event is likely bring thousands more tourists to.....click title for details
The Next Train is Leaving the Rat Race “The 8.16 train to London Victoria has been cancelled due to leaves on the line. We apologise for this inconvenience".A collective groan, with British reserve, reverberated along the station platform. Another normal day in the life of the commuter trying to get into work to earn a heavily taxed.....click title for details
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July 17, 2008 at 1:56 pm
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They do not come any cheaper than this! Hit by the credit squeeze - cannot afford a mortgage? Then here is this month’s bargain property - scratch that this year’s bargain property.
Well OK - it does need a wee bit of work but hey the walls are structurally sound.
As they say “bags of potential with rustic charm”. This is NOT bijoux - you would have a blank canvas with this property. Let your imagination run wild.
Located in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France close to the vineyards of Champage and Burgundy. After a few glasses you will forget all that renovation work.
Intrigued - get the full picture on this Farmhouse in the Haute-Marne << click here
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Related Posts:Rural properties for sale in FranceMany people who want to move away from Britain to start a new life are attracted by the thought of buying rural property in France.Whether they are considering investing in Gites to make a living in France, looking for watermills for sale or buying a chateau, you can rarely beat.....click title for details
Young Brits opting to buy abroadAlthough for many Brits retiring to France has been a lifelong dream, it seems that young people are also being attracted by the country's unique charm.Figures show that it is not just the older generation who are thinking of purchasing property abroad but more and more young professionals who are.....click title for details
French tourism set to boomInvesting in a French property is becoming more and more attractive to savvy buyers after it was revealed that tourism officials have "gone on the charm offensive".In recent months, huge efforts have been put into attracting tourists to the country and particularly to foreigners that may not have previously considered.....click title for details
Coastal PropertiesThe vast number of enquiries to 1st for French Property are for either coastal or rural properties. To help potential buyers to choose the appropriate property, we have introduced a new section on the website called "Locality". Here you can choose a property by its location:
Coastal
Rural
Hamlet
Village
Town
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Brits flock to France for a taste of what used to beA new study has revealed that Britons are flocking to buy French property thanks to a number of towns and villages reminding them of old-fashioned rural England.Far from heading across the English Channel for traditional French dishes and a change of culture on the continent, many are going abroad for.....click title for details
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