Buying
New build or old house in France: which is really the better buy?
Charm or comfort, character or running costs. An honest comparison of buying an older French property against building new, including the energy rules that now decide what you can let out.
Building
RE2020 explained: what France's energy standard means for your new home
RE2020 is the building standard every new French home must now meet. Here is what it actually changes, what it costs to run a house built to it, and how it compares with buying an older property.
Buying
What a Notaire does when you buy property in France
The Notaire is a neutral public official, not your solicitor. Here is what they actually do in a French property purchase, what they do not do, and what the fees cover.
Building
The CCMI contract explained: how a fixed price protects you when you build in France
The CCMI is the French building contract that fixes your price and guarantees your completion date. Here is what it covers, what it does not, and why it matters.