
## Income Tax in France 20255th Feb 2025The income tax rates and bands for this year appear to have been finally settled.

##Property Declarations - A 'Fiasco' say Auditors29th Jan 2025The French national auditor has published an explosive report on the mismanagement of the property declarations owners were required to submit in 2023.

##La Poste Prices 202527th Jan 2025La Poste letter and parcel delivery prices have risen sharply again this year.

##Inheritance Planning for Grandchildren23rd Jan 2025Skipping a generation is a tax efficient means of reducing French inheritance tax.

##Joint Tax Liability of Spouses/Partners20th Jan 2025A change in the law makes it easier for ex-spouses/partners to obtain a discharge from the taxes owed by the couple.

##Budget Alpine Ski Resorts 17th Jan 2025Our selection of smaller Alpine ski resorts in France that retain their authenticity and affordability.

##Financial Assistance for Home Improvement15th Jan 2025Eligibility rules may have been tightened and grant levels reduced for most households, but the range of assistance available still merits consideration.
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Financial Assistance for Home Improvements
15th Jan 2025
Eligibility rules may have been tightened and grant levels reduced for most households, but the range of assistance available still merits consideration.

##Tax Inspections of Individuals13th Jan 2025What you need to know about tax inspections in France.

##Business/Landlord Registration One-Stop Shop8th Jan 2025The one-stop shop for business formalities was relaunched on 1st January 2025.

##Low Emission Driving Zones6th Jan 2025There are now low-emission driving zones in most major towns and cities of France, but with exemptions in place.

##The Most Beautiful Village in the World3rd Jan 2025The most beautiful village in the world is in Provence (apparently).

##Legal Action on Residence Permits24th Dec 2024Several civil rights groups in France have commenced a legal action against the government over structural failures in the on-line system for residency permits.
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Legal Action on Residence Permits
24th Dec 2024
Several civil rights groups in France have commenced a legal action against the government over structural failures in the on-line system for residency permits.

##Housing Market in France 202418th Dec 2024A review of the housing market in 2024 by the Notaires de France.

##Business Social Security Contributions17th Dec 2024How much does a business owner pay in social security contributions?

##Complaints about Notaires12th Dec 2024Complaints about notaires by international owners are widespread, so what are the most common problems?
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##Reform of Furnished Lettings10th Dec 2024An ‘anti-Airbnb’ law which toughens the taxation and regulation of short-term furnished lettings will come into force next year.
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##Car Insurance Comparison Websites8th Dec 2024
Making the best of comparison websites for car insurance in France.
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##Non-Resident SCIs - Capital Gains Tax5th Dec 2024A court ruling highlights the liability to capital gains tax of a property held via a non-resident SCI.
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##Social Charges on Pension Income 20253rd Dec 2024
Most pensions are liable to the social charges, but at different rates, subject to income.
##Undeclared Income and Foreign Bank Account28th Nov 2024A UK national who failed to declare their full income, or a foreign bank account, is ordered to pay arrears of tax and a penalty.
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##Health Treatment Charges 202526th Nov 2024The government has announced a reduction in the reimbursement rates for health treatment.
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Health Treatment Charges 2025
26th Nov 2024
The government has announced a reduction in the reimbursement rates for health treatment. UPDATE: The government have since announced they will not proceed with this measure. 2nd Dec 2024

##VAT Limits for Small Business Owners21st Nov 2024The VAT exemption limits for small business owners are being changed for next year.
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##Increase in Stamp Duty on Property Purchases19th Nov 2024The government has announced an increase in the transfer taxes payable on the acquisition of property in France.
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Increase in Stamp Duty on Property Purchases
19th Nov 2024
The government has announced an increase in the transfer taxes payable on the acquisition of property in France. UPDATE: The government announce that the increase will not apply for purchase of main residence under €250K. 2nd Dec

##Owning a Vintage Car in France15th Nov 2024What you need to know about registering, importing and owning a vintage vehicle in France.

##Furnished Lettings from 202512th Nov 2024A new regulatory and fiscal framework is beginning to emerge for furnished rentals.

##Sharp Rise in Insurance Complaints8th Nov 2024Complaints to the insurance Ombudsman were up by over 40% last year, and they are set to go even higher this year.

##Energy Saving Certificates Under Fire5th Nov 2024The system of energy savings certificates has been heavily criticized by the French national auditor.

##France's 'Exit Tax'31st Oct 2024
##What is the 'exit tax' and who is liable?

## House Prices in Occitanie28th Oct 2024 A complete summary of average house prices across all departments of the Occitanie region.

##Preference Rights over Real Estate22nd Oct 2024A court rules on the operation of an agreement for the first right of refusal on the purchase of property.

## Food Prices in France 202315th Oct 2024A new study of food prices across Europe shows a mixed picture for France.

## French Budget 202512th Oct 2024The government unveiled its finance bill for 2025 this week, but without a parliamentary majority just how much of it will pass into law remains uncertain.
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French Budget 2025
12th Oct 2024
The government unveiled its finance bill for 2025 this week, but without a parliamentary majority just how much of it will pass into law remains uncertain.

## Successive Sale of Principal Residences10th Oct 2024Does the sale of several main homes in quick succession invalidate the capital gains tax exemption?

##Neighbour Disputes over Loss of Sunlight8th Oct 2024What are the rights of property owners over the loss of sunlight due to a new development?

##House Prices in the Loire4th Oct 2024A review of housing market in the department of Loire, by the local notaires.

##Furnished Lettings and VAT2nd Oct 2024The government has published new rules on the application of VAT on furnished lettings.

##Income Tax Refunds and Payments 202428th Sept 2024Income tax reconciliations for millions of households began this month.

##Death in France - Recovery of Social Benefits24th Sept 2024
Beneficiaries of an estate in France can face a bill for social benefits and residential care services received by a deceased person.

##Builders Liability Insurance and Ancillary Activities19th Sept 2024
A recent case in the French courts considered the scope of general liability insurance for a builder undertaking works of an ancillary nature.

##Interest Free Loans for Energy Conservation
17th Sept 2024A new lifetime loan offer has been introduced, alongside an existing interest free loan for energy conservation works.
##How to Reduce the Cost of an Inheritance - Part 112th Sept 2024By the standards of many other countries inheritance tax in France is high, so taking advantage of the options available to reduce the tax is essential for many international owners.
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How to Reduce the Cost of an Inheritance - Part 1
12th Sept 2024
By the standards of many other countries inheritance tax in France is high, so taking advantage of the options available to reduce the tax is essential for many international owners.