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Buying a Piece of France - Tax and Legal Need to Know

Leigh-Alexandra Basha, international solicitor specilized in France, explains the latest tax, legal and accounting evolutions in French real estate.

Posted November 19, 2015

Paris Real Estate Outlook 2015

Now more than ever is the time to invest in Parisian real estate! We are in the midst of the perfect storm of a weak euro, low French interest rates and stable yet undervalued property prices (for the moment.)

Posted April 23, 2015

Oct 2014 - Breaking News on Euro to US$ and UK£ Currency Exchange

Save Money, Plan Ahead - foreign currency exchange expert at Moneycorp, Carole Jaskarzec, sees the Dollar strengthening significantly.

Posted October 23, 2014

Inheritance law in France : Major change for you in 2015

Starting August 17th, 2015, only one law will apply for all your assets, whether movable or immovable, personal or real property : the law of your country of residence.

Posted October 23, 2014

France Home Finance on TV

France Home Finance and their clients have participated in a number of television shows about French property and real estate in Paris.

Posted March 26, 2014

French Property Tax Update 2014

French Property Tax has changed once again - here's what you need to know:

French homeowner’s should be aware of the following taxes when purchasing property, even if they are not French residents. Figures must be taken as a general indication only and Flat Hunter strongly encourages you to seek expert legal or accounting advice based on your individual situation and project. We are happy to connect you with trusted experts at your request.

Posted February 26, 2014

French Housing Market Outlook 2014

Paris apartment prices soften, but not always on the apartments you want to buy. Overall, prices are on a slight downward trend.

Posted February 25, 2014

France’s Economy is Looking Up

The central Bank of France anticipates that the country’s economy will see growth of 0.8% during the second quarter, doubling the rate from the first part of 2011.

Posted April 27, 2011

Exchange Rate Forecast

The pound has slipped slightly against the dollar, following a revised forecast of economic growth, which put the country slightly below where it had been previously anticipated. At the same time, the UK’s inflation expectation has been lowered, thus alleviating pressure to increase the interest rate. However, the pound rose marginally on the euro.

Posted April 20, 2011

Outlook for European Interest and Inflation Rates

Rising inflation rates across Europe, and notably in France, with a 2.3% increase in February alone, are encouraging the European Central Bank (ECB) to increase the interest rates in order to counter these unanticipated levels of inflation. The bank shifted its year-long and its 2012 overall inflation projections.

Posted April 11, 2011