Moving & Relocating : French Property Search
Jul 9, 2009 Real Estate Properties
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France is a very popular place to be a property owner, whether that be a permanent home or a vacation hideaway. It is so popular because the it’s easy to get to, the weather is incomparable, and the type of lifestyle you want to live is within easy reach. But where do you find french property listings and how to go you go about doing it?
Study the various parts of France for local personality and weather conditions, rates, rural commodities and architecture. Real estate personnel, websites and the local visitor center can offer a wealth of information on the surrounding area.
A great idea would be to go on an estate fact-finding quest. Set aside a long weekend to explore your favored region and view properties. Plan ahead to make appointments with estate agents, giving them time to prepare a list of suitable properties, and make sure an English speaker is available if you need one.
When you see a French property you like, don’t commit yourself on the spot, particularly if under pressure to sign a contract. First obtain a structural survey and valuation report. A good inspection report will let know if there are structural problems with the home that need to be addressed before you buy thus giving you a great bargaining chip! A bilingual attorny who is an expert in the French real estate market can provide counseling on contracts and French transference laws.
The actual purchase will happen in two steps. Once you choose a property and agree a price, you will likely be asked to sign a preliminary purchase contract and will have to pay a deposit, which is usually 10% of the purchase price.
The contract binds the purchaser to a range of stipulations and regulations. The next step is signing an acte de vente (deed of sale), which is done once ownership of the estate is signed over to you and the full sum of the buying fees are paid.
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