We have just read a report
published this month indicating that predictions from both Century 21 and FNAIM
for the domestic property market in France are gloomy. Both organisations offered the results
of independent research which clearly
indicate that the market will experience a lull this year with the number of
transactions dropping by as much as 10%.
As in most European
countries there has been a tightening of lending criteria by the banks, the French Government are about to make a
signicant change to capital gains taxation for French Nationals and of course,
we are experiencing a very normal ‘lets wait and see’ attitude prior to a
presidential election due in May.
But this is fantastic news for overseas buyers as this predicted
‘lull’ in the market means there will be more choice available and
certainly more bargains to be had! Add
to that what has been a much appreciated strengthening of Sterling and other
non European currencies against the Euro and the well recognised benefits of
living in a country with what is regarded as one of the most enviable
lifestyles in Europe, it seems that
there has never been a better time to buy in France.
For those in the UK of
course, France is still the only
European country that you can drive to ........ How accessible does that make
it!
Having experienced it
ourselves though the process of buying abroad can be difficult. Not only logistically in trying to find the
right property and arrange effective viewings with agents whilst not living in
the country but also with potential language
barriers and the navigation around differences in the legality of the process. It makes sense to take advantage of the
services of professional property finders, people on your side who will be
where you need them to be when you need them to be there. Allies who through
their local knowledge and inside information have the ability not only to
negotiate the best price for you but will ‘hold your hand’ through the process
and introduce you to people who will make the process far easier.
So if you have always dreamt
of a holiday home in France or if you want to make a more permanent move
perhaps now is the time to stop dreaming and start searching? Check out our website if you think we might
be able to help! www.brittanygems.com
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