Markets & Investing

Tax & Regulation

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.
Real Estate

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.
Real Estate

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.
Tax & Regulation

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.
SCI & Legal Structures

CCA vs. Capital Contributions in a French SCI: Which Should You Use?

When setting up a French SCI to buy property, one of the first decisions you'll face is how...
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How to Continue Trading on Interactive Brokers After a PDT Flag (Even If You’ve Used Your One-Time Reset)

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Introduction: Who This Article Is For If you’re a trader on Interactive Brokers (IBKR) with less than $25,000 in your account, especially a U.S.-based trader,...

France’s Political Turmoil and Its Ripple Effects on British Households

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A Political Earthquake in France For over a decade, Marine Le Pen has been on a mission to reshape the image of her Rassemblement National...
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