Selling Probate Property in France from the UK
Selling a property in France is rarely a walk in the park, but when you add the complexities of the French probate system (la succession) and the fact that you’re navigating it from across the Channel, it can feel downright overwhelming. Here is a look at how to...
Retiring In France – Location and Planning
Retiring to France is the classic dream, isn’t it? Long lunches, local markets, and a pace of life that actually lets you breathe. But since the rules changed a few years back, getting there and staying there requires a bit more than just picking out a farmhouse...
French Inheritance Tax – A Quick Overview
One of the biggest surprises for UK citizens inheriting French assets is how inheritance tax is collected. In the UK, inheritance tax is generally paid by the estate before assets are distributed. In France, however, each beneficiary is personally responsible for...
Estate Planning for UK Expats in France
French estate planning can be more restrictive than UK estate planning under the Napoleonic Code. The UK has testamentary freedom, but France has compulsory heirship. As a UK expat, you must plan ahead to pass your assets, especially French real estate, to your...
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