Buying Property in France

The French market is different. We speak both languages.

From finding the right property to signing at the notaire โ€” bilingual expert support every step of the way. We work for you, not for the seller.

36
Years on the ground in France
1,200+
Completed projects
100%
Independent โ€” we work for you
FR/EN
Fully bilingual service
Why It's Different

Buying in France is not like buying at home

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The Language Barrier

Agents, notaires, diagnosticians, builders โ€” almost all communication happens in French. Missing a nuance can cost you thousands. We translate, explain, and advocate on your behalf.

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The Legal Complexity

The compromis de vente, the SRU cooling-off period, mandatory diagnostics, notaire fees of 8-10% on older properties โ€” the French buying process has rules most foreign buyers never learn until it's too late.

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The Hidden Defects

Asbestos, lead, damp, non-compliant septic systems, undeclared extensions โ€” older French properties carry risks that mandatory diagnostics don't always reveal. We know what to look for.

From first conversation to keys in hand

01
Free 30-Minute Strategy Call

We start with a private, bilingual conversation about your project โ€” your budget, your timeline, your region, your priorities. We tell you honestly what's realistic and what to watch out for.

02
Property Search & Shortlist

We search the market โ€” including off-market opportunities โ€” and present you with a curated shortlist that matches your brief. Every property is pre-assessed before we show it to you.

03
Viewings & Independent Assessment

We accompany you to viewings โ€” or attend on your behalf โ€” and give you an honest, independent assessment of every property. What's good, what's not, and what it's really worth.

04
Negotiation & Offer

We help you formulate and negotiate the best possible offer โ€” based on comparable sales, the condition of the property, and market conditions. Not emotion.

05
Legal Process & Completion

We introduce you to a trusted, bilingual notaire and guide you through every stage of the legal process โ€” compromis de vente, financing, acte de vente โ€” until the keys are in your hand.

Our Buying Services

Choose what you need

PLU Planning Check
Exactly what can and cannot be built or changed on a property โ€” before you commit.
75 โ‚ฌ
Budget Reality Check
Full cost breakdown โ€” purchase price, notaire fees, renovation, running costs.
75 โ‚ฌ
Septic Tank Assessment
Required changes and realistic cost estimate โ€” before you sign anything.
50 โ‚ฌ
Independent Property Assessment
Honest, independent appraisal of any property before you make an offer.
150 โ‚ฌ
Property Viewing Accompaniment
We come with you, ask the right questions, and give you an honest debrief.
125 โ‚ฌ
Negotiation Support
We help you negotiate the best price โ€” based on facts, not emotion.
150 โ‚ฌ
Notaire Introduction
A trusted, bilingual notaire who understands international buyers.
25 โ‚ฌ
Currency Specialist
Protect your budget against exchange rate movements. Save money on transfers.
25 โ‚ฌ
Full Buying Accompaniment
Complete support from first search to keys โ€” every step handled for you.
On request
Save with a package
Starter
149 โ‚ฌ
ยท
Buyer
399 โ‚ฌ
ยท
Full Service
On request
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Ready to start? Let's talk.

Book a free 30-minute call and we'll tell you exactly what's right for your project. No obligation, no sales pitch. Just honest, experienced guidance.