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HERE is the first thisfrenchlife podcast direct from the heart of the Dordogne, south west France. You can either click on the link below and... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 30 January 2005 in Podcasts | Permalink | Comments (13)
IF you buy a property at auction in France not only can the sale process be completed in under a fortnight, but you may pick... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 27 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (4)
THE completion of the sale of a property in France is undertaken by the notaire using an Acte de Vente, or deed of sale. The... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 25 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (3)
UNDERSTANDING some of the legal aspects of life in France can be a challenge to many people. The steps required during a property purchase, how... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 20 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (62)
IF you have found a property that fits the bill the next few steps are vitally important. Agreeing a purchase price will be your first... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 19 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (9)
IF you have decided on an area of France, and are keen to buy, obviously finding the right property is going to be your biggest... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 17 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (15)
SIGNING the final deed, or Acte de Vente, takes place in the notaire’s office and often both the buyer and seller are present. However, it... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 14 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (1)
IF you buy an old property and are keen to keep it in its original style, or return it to its former glory, then your... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 14 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (0)
APPLYING for a mortgage in France is not too difficult as long as you follow some simple advice, and have your paperwork prepared. Mortgages or... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 12 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (1)
MANY people head off to search for their dream home in France with little more than a sheet of paper from the estate agent. But... Read more →
Craig McGinty on 11 January 2005 in Property | Permalink | Comments (2)