Latest News for France
Britons urged to look across the Channel
Thursday, 03 Apr 2008
British investors who find the domestic market is not generating sufficient returns have been advised to look across the English Channel.Homes Worldwide stated that house prices in the UK are falling, while mortgage rates are continuing to go up.This has prompted the website to suggest that investors...
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Most expats are richer after moving
Friday, 28 Mar 2008
A new poll has revealed that 90 per cent of British expats consider themselves financially better off than when they lived in the UK.According to figures from NatWest, the average salary in the UK is about £47,000.However, the firm also found that...
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Emigrating offers various benefits
Tuesday, 25 Mar 2008
People who move abroad could enjoy both lifestyle and financial benefits, according to industry experts.Foreign Currency Direct said that expatriates from the UK could find a "better quality of life" away from home.In addition, the organisation...
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Britons look abroad for active retirement
Thursday, 20 Mar 2008
Britons are increasingly aspiring to enjoy an active retirement overseas, new research has revealed.According to a poll by Prudential, half of those who plan to move house after they retire this year intend to live abroad full-time.In addition, one in four respondents said they wish to spend their post-working...
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British expats head for France
Wednesday, 19 Mar 2008
France is proving to be a major hotspot for Britons who are seeking a home abroad, according to an expert.The European country was highlighted as a popular location by Majorie Mansfield of financial advice group Siddalls.Writing in the Telegraph, she said France is currently attracting a large number...
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French ski resorts popular with investors
Friday, 14 Mar 2008
Overseas property investors are increasingly choosing to purchase homes in French ski resorts, according to experts.Foreign exchange specialist HiFX said that established skiing destinations in France are becoming more and more popular as they offer a strong rental market.Although the group stated that...
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French 'property slowdown' dismissed
Thursday, 06 Mar 2008
An expert has dismissed worries over a downturn in the French housing market after figures revealed that house price inflation fell last year.Georgina Caldwell, deputy editor of French Property News, told the Independent that the market was simply levelling off as a result of supply and demand evening...
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French property market 'proving robust'
Monday, 25 Feb 2008
Properties in France are proving resilient in the face of the credit crunch affecting the global economy.Problems with sub-prime lending – the practice of lending money to those with bad credit histories – has put pressure on some banks and borrowers as they seek to tighten their criteria for...
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Property buyer praises French purchase
Thursday, 21 Feb 2008
A British property investor has spoken of his positive experience when buying a second home in France.Greg Dawson, who lives in Surrey, bought a bungalow in Bergerac at a price of £90,000 in early 2006.Speaking to the Telegraph, he revealed that as a result of various home improvements, the property...
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Rail link to boost French tourism
Thursday, 14 Feb 2008
Tourism in Paris is likely to be boosted by recent accessibility improvements, experts have suggested.Travel firm Thomas Cook highlighted the French capital as a likely hotspot for British leisure travellers during the Easter break.According to the company, interest in the city has been boosted in recent...
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