French property market news

You’ll find all the latest French property news here at France Property Guides, so you can stay up to speed when buying property in France. From updates on house prices to breakdowns of new legislation, you needn’t look anywhere else for French property market news. Get the latest below.

French authorities use AI to regulate property taxes

by Beth Nicholson | Apr 3, 2024

In 2022, reports flooded in that French Authorities had begun to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology. They used this to expose illegal, previously undeclared swimming pool installations off the back of the largest drought ever experienced in France when we were supposed to be conserving water.
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Buying in France: your questions answered

by Christopher Nye | Jun 2, 2020

Many British buyers have restarted their French property hunt, and our recent Your Overseas Home webinars have attracted questions on everything from fees to house prices and residency. Here are the experts’ answers to your top questions.
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Normality slowly returning one week into ‘déconfinement’

by Christopher Nye | May 19, 2020

It’s been one week since France began lifting its lockdown measures and normality is slowly, cautiously returning. France and the UK are still in talks over quarantine measures, but there is a sense of a real willingness to make travel as easy as possible.
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5 of our favourites of the ‘Plus Beaux Villages de France’

by Alexis Goldberg | May 19, 2020

What could be lovelier than meandering around a truly beautiful, historic village in France? There are over 160 officially named the ‘Plus Beaux Villages de France’, so come with us as we look at five that will whet your appetite and make you want to hop over to our nearest neighbour as soon as possible!
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6 expat communities in France where you’ll feel at home

by Beth Nicholson | May 5, 2020

Moving countries is a daunting task and for some, locations with an established expat community in France offer a level of comfort to ease them gently through the transition. Here are some of the best.
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France announces easing of lockdown measures

by Christopher Nye | Apr 29, 2020

It’s good news from France, as Prime Minister Édouard Philippe announces plans for easing of lockdown, including allowing group gatherings and lifting some travel rules. Find out what’s happening and when.
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France’s sunkissed property hotspots

by Alexis Goldberg | Apr 21, 2020

Our nearest and much loved neighbour boasts some of the most glorious sunny spots in Europe, from the Riviera to the microclimates of the Charente. We could all do with some sunshine in our lives at present!
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The positives of life under lockdown in rural France

by Beth Nicholson | Apr 20, 2020

During unprecedented times due to the coronavirus, France’s response has been swift and clear. Life is more difficult but there are worse places to be during the confinement period than rural France.
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Nature flourishes, buyers find ways to purchase and communities come together

by Alexis Goldberg | Apr 6, 2020

We may be living in extremely tough times but there is a great deal of good news to focus on. In our corner of France, community spirit is alive and kicking. Let us look at how opportunity and positivity can arise from adversity.
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Meet the neighbours: the characters of village life in France

by Beth Nicholson | Apr 6, 2020

Village life in France may be peaceful but don’t be fooled into thinking it will be dull. It’s the people that make it and if you’re lucky your life will be filled with wonderful colourful characters!
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Where to buy in the Limousin

by Alexis Goldberg | Mar 28, 2020

Are you looking for a real bargain property in a beautiful part of France? Then the Limousin could be just the place for you. Situated pretty much in the middle of France, it has so much to offer from unspoiled countryside to ancient villages, and even some small mountains!
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