French Property Newsletter Issue 122: 01/05/2012

Newsletter Issue 122: 01/05/2012


Welcome to the latest issue of the French Property Newsletter.

Inside you will find general news on France, as well as information and advice about buying property and living in France.

Do let us know what you think about the Newsletter.

We particularly welcome your queries and stories, which frequently form the basis for our articles.

David Yeates
editor@french-property.com











Dordogne Retains Top Spot for British Buyers


The Dordogne and the Alpes-Maritimes are the most popular places to buy property in France amongst international buyers, according to a recent study.


French Property Market 01/05/2012








Taxation on Change of Family Circumstances


New guidance clarifies the process of making a French tax return following a marriage, civil partnership, divorce, separation or death.


French Taxation 01/05/2012








House Prices in France for 2011/12


Despite a record year for property sales in France in 2011 it was a contrasting picture on house prices, and there are clear signs of a slowdown in 2012.


French Property Market 01/05/2012








Capital Gains Tax for Non-EU Residents


The higher rate of capital gains tax imposed on those who live outside of Europe's borders is coming under closer legal scrutiny.


French Taxation 01/05/2012








Stratagems for Getting Health Cover


With the French government still refusing to budge on granting early retirees access to the health system, what options are there available?


Health in France 01/05/2012








Use of Chartered Surveyors in France


The French are not accustomed to commissioning a property survey, but international buyers do have a choice, says John Marshall.


Building & Renovation 01/05/2012








Carcassonne Airport in EU Investigation


The European Commission has opened an investigation into State aid at Carcassonne airport, as well as certain other airports in France, including support to Ryanair.


Travel in France 01/05/2012








Pension Rights of Auto-Entrepreneurs 2012


The level of the minimum turnover required for auto-entrepreneurs to obtain pension rights has been revised for 2012.


Business in France 01/05/2012








Building Land Price in France for 2011


A graphical snapshot of the building land prices for 2011 in each department of France, courtesy of the Notaires de France.


French Property Market 01/05/2012








What is an Average Electricity Charge?


When a high electricity bill dropped through his letter box, it prompted Philip Voice to question the cost of electricity in France.


Money in France 01/05/2012


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