Real Estate

Adverse Possession in France: What British Property Owners Need to Know About Squatter’s Rights

French law allows someone to acquire ownership of your property through 30 years of continuous possession — even in bad faith. Here's what British property owners need to know about prescription acquisitive, how it works, and how to protect yourself.

French Mortgage Guide for Non-Residents: How British Investors Can Finance Property in France

Everything British investors need to know about getting a French mortgage as a non-resident — from bank selection and HCSF rules to the offre de prêt process, costs, insurance, and tax deductibility.

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.
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The Market That Forgot How to Move

The UK housing market has ground to a standstill. Prices hold firm but activity has collapsed, with mortgage approvals at two-year lows and nearly half of listed properties being withdrawn unsold. What's driving this stalemate, and what does it mean for buyers, sellers, and investors?

How to Airbnb in France: The Ultimate Guide for UK Property Investors (2025)

Last Updated: July 2025 â€“ Thinking of investing in short-term rentals (à la Airbnb) in France? You’re not alone. But be warned: France has tightened the...

The UK Housing Market in 2024: A New Record High

The UK housing market has once again made headlines, reaching record-breaking figures. In November 2024, the average house price climbed to a staggering £300,000,...

No end in sight for UK house prices?

Following the catastrophic "mini-budget" that caused interest rates to skyrocket on the few mortgages still on offer, UK house prices continue to follow a...

The London housing market will continue to fall – buyers beware!

My view is that London house prices will continue to fall in real terms within the next 12 months. If the Brexit transition is...

How the Government murdered the buy-to-let market in London and the rest of the UK

I don’t own a home yet in London. Like many millennials, I am saving enough cash to build a substantial down payment. My target...
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