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Regional Property Guide: Paris vs. the French Riviera — Where Should Investors Buy?

Our first regional property guide compares Paris and the French Riviera for British investors — covering prices per square metre, rental yields, local tax differences, and which region suits your investment strategy.

Inheritance in France: The Complete Guide for British Property Owners

Everything British property investors need to know about French inheritance law — from the réserve héréditaire and Brussels IV election to SCI succession planning, démembrement, and the UK-France double tax treaty.

LMNP in France: The Complete Guide to Furnished Rental Tax Status for British Investors

LMNP (Loueur en Meublé Non Professionnel) is one of the most powerful tax tools available to British investors buying property in France. Here's everything you need to know about the furnished rental tax status — from how it works and who qualifies, to the real tax savings it can deliver.

How to Buy Property in France: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide for British Investors

A comprehensive guide to buying property in France as a British investor. From making an offer to signing the acte authentique  every step explained, including costs, timelines, notaire fees, mortgage options, and recent 20242025 legal changes.

Your French Neighbours Can Now Vote to Ban Your Airbnb — and the Courts Just Said That’s Fine

A French appeals court has upheld a copropriété vote banning short-term tourist rentals under the Loi Le Meur. What this landmark ruling means for Airbnb investors in France — and what you should check in your own building rules.

Capital Gains Tax on French Property: How Non-Residents Are Taxed (and How to Reduce It)

Complete guide to French capital gains tax (plus-value immobilière) for non-residents in 2026. Rates, the new 17-year taper relief schedule, exemptions, SCI implications, and strategies to legally reduce your tax bill when selling property in France.