Monthly Archives: March 2008
Getting the Goods on You
I have been writing recently about some of the frustrations of buying property in France – these frustrations are both for the buyer and myself trying to find the right property for someone. I work with Coast and Country , … Continue reading
Good Photos
Using good photos is important – usually this means I have to take them myself as to “take” them off the Internet means finding out about copyright and paying royalties – there is a new system where I can use … Continue reading
French Estate Agents
In many countries, including America, the UK and Australia, if I want to buy a house I select a local agent I like and I ask them what properties they can offer in the areas I am interested and at … Continue reading
Building Costs in France
A useful site I have written about before is Batitel – unfortunately they charge a fixed subscription of 90 euro a year for their online service, while this is excellent value if you are a builder, it is pricey for … Continue reading
Cost of Buying a House in France
If you buy a house in France, the sale must be completed through a Notaire. I am not sure exaclty how to descibe a Notaire in comparison to the legaol or officail equivalent in otehr countries – not a; lawyer, … Continue reading
Getting Information about places and property Part One
If you are planning to move to France you will be searching lots of estate-agents websites and many of the online portals to get information on property and to find out what is on offer.This article is about finding information … Continue reading
Plan Cadastrale is on line
Two thousand years ago the Romans made careful maps of their Empire to be able to collect taxes from all landowners – so nothing has changed there. In the museum in Beziers there are some old drawings of the plots … Continue reading
Amazon Wine
I have drunk wine from most South American countries including, Peru, Chile, Mexico and Argentina – but Amazon wine conjors up an image of muddy water and pirana fish in my glass. However, to my relief it is an announcement … Continue reading
The Difference Between Cats and Dogs
I was sent this by our dear Friend Sally… How To Give A Cat A Pill 1. Pick up cat and cradle it in the crook of your left arm as if holding a baby. Position right forefinger and thumb … Continue reading
Three Little Words
I have said before in this blog that one of the most important things to look for when buying a home in France is to be able to go to the local bakers, buy fresh bread and get it home … Continue reading