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  • Jun
    2018
    25
    2018 / Jun / 25

    Where to Find Approved Trades People in the South of France

    • posted in Renovation, Uncategorized

    With an experienced South of France surveyor advising you on your property purchase, you can be confident that you won’t be confronted with any unexpected repairs for a while. However, sooner or later you are going to need or want to employ the services of a local tradesperson.

     

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  • Jun
    2018
    14
    2018 / Jun / 14

    How to achieve the best yields on your rental property in the South of France?

    • posted in French Living, Tips for buying, Uncategorized

    Unless you’re planning to move into your brand-new property, purchased with the assistance of a South of France surveyor as a permanent home, you may be somewhat disheartened it will spend much of the year sitting unoccupied.

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  • South of France
    May
    2018
    29
    2018 / May / 29

    Family Friendly Festivals Taking Place in the Region this Summer

    • posted in French Living, Uncategorized

    Purchasing a beautiful new property with your South of France surveyor is only the beginning of your French journey.

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  • May
    2018
    17
    2018 / May / 17

    The Impact of Brexit on South of France Homeowners

    • posted in French Living, Moving, Uncategorized

    With Britain’s exit from the European Union due to be completed in less than a year, British people living in Europe understandably have a lot of questions. Whether you’re working with a South of France surveyor to purchase a home in the region, or have been a French homeowner for some time, Brexit is likely to be a source of great concern for you.

    When the UK went to the polls in 2016 and took the decision to cease its membership of the European Union, it thrust the country into a period of uncertainty from which it still has not emerged. One of the biggest question marks hanging over the negotiations relates to the rights of EU citizens presently living in the UK and likewise, those of British citizens living abroad.

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  • Apr
    2018
    30
    2018 / Apr / 30

    A Guide to Unusual Transport in the South of France

    • posted in French Living, Uncategorized

    Once you’re all moved into your new property, purchased with the expertise of your South of France surveyor, your continental adventure can truly begin. However, you may not always want to drive and will need some alternative methods of transport to make your way around the region.

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  • Apr
    2018
    19
    2018 / Apr / 19

    What is the Cost of Living in the South of France?

    • posted in French Living, Moving, Uncategorized

    Once you’ve fulfilled your ambition of purchasing a beautiful new home with the assistance of your South of France surveyor, it’s time to begin planning your move. However, there are still many things which need to be sorted out.

     

    From finding a job and bringing a beloved family pet along, to making educational arrangements and visiting the region’s breath-taking historical sites, the number of factors to consider when moving to a new country are myriad. However, one consideration which may not have immediately sprung to mind is what sorts of day-to-day expenditure can you expect on the other side of the English Channel?

     

    One assumes you would like to maintain a similar standard of living to that which you presently enjoy. For comparison’s sake therefore, we present a brief guide to the cost of living in the South of France. read more

  • Mar
    2018
    27
    2018 / Mar / 27

    The Five Best Things to do in the South of France

    • posted in French Living

    Once you’ve purchased your brand-new property with the help of your South of France surveyor, and completed your move, you’re going to want to sample some of the region’s best attractions.

     

    The South of France is a truly envious location in which to live. With a heady mix of great food, culture, and geography, it can be difficult to know where to start – especially if you are new to the region. Once you’ve settled into your new property, the best way to get a feel for your home is to start exploring some of the great sights the area has to offer.

     

    These (non-exhaustive) five locations can enable you to absorb a little of the culture and history of France and set you up for your new life in the region.

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  • Mar
    2018
    07
    2018 / Mar / 07

    Timing Your South of France Property Purchase

    • posted in Moving

    When you employ the services of a South of France surveyor to assist you in purchasing your dream property in this incredible region, you want to ensure you’re getting the best deal possible. And in property, as with comedy, timing can be everything.

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  • Feb
    2018
    26
    2018 / Feb / 26

    Where to find the best wine in the South of France

    • posted in French Living

    Once you’ve purchased your new property, with help from your chartered South of France Surveyor, you will likely want to celebrate the start of your new and exciting life. This may involve a delicious meal with your family, in which case, you’re going to want some great wine with which to toast the future.

     

    However, in a new part of the world, with the potential for a language barrier to communication, it may be difficult to know where to source that perfect bottle. With this in mind, here are some great places to source fine wine in three of the South of France’s main population centres.

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  • Feb
    2018
    12
    2018 / Feb / 12

    Costs to Consider Before Buying South of France Property

    • posted in Moving

    Buying a French property either to live in, as a buy-to-let investment or as a holiday home is an exciting prospect – but, as a reputed South of France surveyor, we have learned from experience that many people are unsure (or even unaware) of the additional costs that they will face upon making a purchase.

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