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Buying process in France
According to the French law there is a so called cooling-off period to withdraw from the sale. Read more about this period and the buying process in France.
Financials
Buying a second home in France
France has been one of the most popular European countries for buying a second home among overseas buyers. According to French statistics there are almost 3 million maisons secondaires, of which 9% (approximately 260,000 second homes) are owned by foreigners.
The rules and regulations for buying a home in France differ slightly from those in your own country, so it will take you longer to take care of the financial aspects of buying a second home abroad. Do not be discouraged by this when you are looking for the second home of your dreams. As long as you come prepared, you will own a second home in France in no time.
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Financing your French propertyDo you have enough money of your own to finance your second home in France or do you rather take out a mortgage? Find out more about the several ways of financing your French holliday home. |
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French taxesEven if you are not taxable in France you will still have to pay some taxes as the owner of a second home in France. Find out which taxes you will have to pay. |
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Additional costsYou have to take into account that there will be more costs than just the purchase price when you buy a second home in France. Which additional costs? you will find out here. |
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Renting out your French propertyHave you ever thought about renting out your holiday home? Read more about how you can arrange this. |
