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Capital mattersMatthew Cameron throws the spotlight on the thorny issue of capital gains tax in France... READ MORE »  OTHER ARTICLES
Looking aheadWhen you buy a property in France, it’s important to consider the implications of inheritance tax, says Vincent Morand... READ MORE » 
Safeguarding your property in FranceThe furthest thing from your mind when you buy property in France perhaps, but what if the unthinkable happens, says Matthew Cameron... READ MORE » 
Insolvency in FranceHopefully the unthinkable will never happen but if the worst comes to the worst, it pays to understand how insolvency rules operate in France, says Matthew Cameron... READ MORE » 
ServitudesElizabeth Berry explains the intricacies of servitudes with regard to buying property in France... READ MORE » 
Living France Top Tips - Legal Issues in FranceSarah Bogard gives us her top tips on legal issues in France READ MORE » 
Expert legal advice - long-term rentalsMatthew Cameron looks at how those who rent out their French properties for longer periods can protect themselves... READ MORE » 
Expert legal advice - pension taxationBill Blevins answers a query from a reader who is concerned about pension taxation in France... READ MORE » 
Expert advice - selling your French propertyIt’s important to know how the system works before you put your French home on the market. Bénédicte Morinière explains... READ MORE » 
Expert Legal Advice: Joint tenancy clausesElizabeth Berry explains the pros and cons of buying a house en tontine in France… READ MORE » 
Expert legal advice: inheritance law in FranceKathie Murray-Lacey looks at what happens when an heir wishes to renounce his right to inherit part of an estate in favour of a third party… READ MORE » 
Property in France: sales contractEstate agent Penny Zoldan answers a reader’s query about when a sales contract becomes legally binding… READ MORE » 
Legal: Selling Property in FranceWhen you come to sell your house in France make sure you deal fairly and squarely with your potential purchasers, warns Elizabeth Berry... READ MORE » 
Legal: Renting Your Property in FranceIf you own a property in France you might have thought about renting it out but as Kathie Murray-Lacey explains, the law is very protective of tenants’ rights... READ MORE » 
Legal: French estate upon deathMatthew Cameron looks at what happens to a French estate upon death... READ MORE » 
Legal: Renting out your French propertyIf you own a property in France you might have thought about renting it out but as Kathie Murray-Lacey explains, the law is very protective of tenants’ rights... READ MORE » 
Legal: Succession Law in FranceIf you buy a property in France you must think about succession law, especially if you have married again. Elizabeth Berry explains... READ MORE » 
Legal: Inheritance Tax Share Options in FranceIf you own property in France it is wise to have an understanding of inheritance tax, as Matthew Cameron explains... READ MORE » 
| French PACSWhat are the differences between the French PACS and the UK civil partnership? Matthew Cameron explains... READ MORE » 
French legal: The fine printNow might be a great time to buy your dream home in France. Vincent Morand talks through the fine print... READ MORE » 
Dossier Essentials - A brush with the lawSamantha David explains the structure and workings of the French legal system; altogether different from its UK counterpart READ MORE » 
Expert Advice - Married couples and lawCaroline Green explains the importance of French succession law if you’re moving there as a married couple... READ MORE » 
Try before you buy in FranceIf you’re not quite ready to splash out on a house in France, maybe renting is the way to go. Bénédicte Morinière looks at the implications of being a tenant... READ MORE » 
Expert legal advice - French planning lawThe amendments made to French planning law were meant to simplify the process but in the case of certificats d’urbanisme, they have only muddied the waters, as Elizabeth Berry explains...
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Expert legal advice - pre-purchase searchesBuying a house in France is an ever-changing process. Matthew Cameron looks at the impact of the latest pre-purchase searches and environmental inspections... READ MORE » 
Property in France - buying off-planPenny Zoldan helps a reader who is unsure about how to buy an off-plan property… READ MORE » 
Legal advice: running a chambres d'hotes in FranceRunning a chambres d’hôtes is a popular way for Brits to make a living in France. Elizabeth Berry talks through the technicalities… READ MORE » 
Legal advice: planning legislation in FranceElizabeth Berry looks at the implications of recent changes to planning legislation in France… READ MORE » 
Buying property in France as a companyAt first glance setting up a company to buy your French home might seem a great way to avoid French succession law but beware, says Kathie Murray-Lacey… READ MORE » 
Legal: Grazing Cattle in FranceSean Pilcher answers a reader’s query about whether to allow cattle to graze on his land... READ MORE » 
Legal: Is a visa required to move to France?Sean Pilcher answers a reader query about how long he and his wife are allowed to stay in France... READ MORE » 
Legal: French Property Sale RegulationsMatthew Cameron takes a close look at some of the searches which now need to be done before you can buy your dream home in France... READ MORE » 
Legal: Inheritance Tax - Nicolas Sarkozy's OverhaulNicolas Sarkozy is fulfilling his election promise with an overhaul of France’s inheritance tax legislation. Matthew Cameron explains... READ MORE » 
Legal : Usufruit in FranceIf you want your partner to retain the use of your French property after you die, you could consider setting up a usufruit, as Bénédicte Morinière explains... READ MORE » 
Legal: Buying a new build property in FranceBuying a new build property is a popular choice for dream home hunters in France, as Matthew Cameron explains... READ MORE » 
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