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October 26, 2007 at 1:10 am
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Off to University I go …. here is our quick guide to Universities in France. They are arranged by French Region with all contact information. Just like the French education system, the universities are renowned for their high educational standards.
French Universities by Region
There are Universities and Poly-techniquesin every region of France. The regions are sorted in alphabetical order:-
ALSACE
Mulhouse
Related Posts:Some good news in Buy to Let property market, FranceNew research shows that the 2 million University students in France are finding it difficult to find accommodation.
Developers are already investing into this new market: for example, Gecina Group acquired 4 new student residences at €28.5 million. Icade purchased a majority holding in developer Opera to add 600 - 800.....click title for details
Brits flock to France for a taste of what used to beA new study has revealed that Britons are flocking to buy French property thanks to a number of towns and villages reminding them of old-fashioned rural England.Far from heading across the English Channel for traditional French dishes and a change of culture on the continent, many are going abroad for.....click title for details
Why do YOU want to move to France?Over the weekend and today there has been much media coverage of the report into why the Brits are flocking to France.
Food?
Wine?
Weather?
Apparently not!
Research carried out by Montesquieu University in Bordeaux, south-west France, and presented to the Foreign Office says otherwise.
Marie-Martine Gervais-Aguer, the author of the study, said: "A lot of.....click title for details
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October 24, 2007 at 1:10 am
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Families who are starting to settle into life in France will no doubt quickly begin to think about healthcare, with the local dentists being a top priority.
There are plenty of these to choose from with around 39,000 dentists practising in France, but it is important to pick a professional practitioner.
French Dental Association
Most of these are members of the French Dental Association which provides its members with information about all developments in the field of oral health and is renowned for introducing new approaches and initiatives within the dental profession.
Although most dentists will have a firm grip of English, …
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October 24, 2007 at 1:10 am
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Moving to France is costly enough without having to replace all of your electrical appliances. The good news is that you can use your British electrical appliances in France, in most cases without worrying about the different voltage.
Electrical Supply in France
France, like most of our continental cousins, uses 220-230v at 50Hz, which is very similar to the UK’s 230-240v at 50Hz, and since most electrical items are rated at 220-240v you can be reasonably certain your British appliances will work in France. If you happen to have an older …
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Related Posts:Take some lessons in French schoolingBefore settling in to your new French property it may be an idea to get up to speed on the country's education system and what schools may best suit your kids. French state education is well-funded and standards at schools are generally high in comparison to other European countries. Around.....click title for details
TV: Inspirational developers wanted!I am a researcher working on a new international property series which will follow British people as they venture into property hotspots to carry out development projects. It will be the new flagship property programme, airing in peak-time on one of the major terrestrial broadcasters in the UK next year......click title for details
‘Not having a survey on a French property cost us 14,000 euros’A British couple thought they had found their ideal home in France in which to retire. The house and location seemed ideal. But just two days before they were due to complete the deal the pair found some worrying problems no one had warned them about
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The Next Train is Leaving the Rat Race “The 8.16 train to London Victoria has been cancelled due to leaves on the line. We apologise for this inconvenience".A collective groan, with British reserve, reverberated along the station platform. Another normal day in the life of the commuter trying to get into work to earn a heavily taxed.....click title for details
Brits flock to France for a taste of what used to beA new study has revealed that Britons are flocking to buy French property thanks to a number of towns and villages reminding them of old-fashioned rural England.Far from heading across the English Channel for traditional French dishes and a change of culture on the continent, many are going abroad for.....click title for details
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October 24, 2007 at 1:10 am
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There are so many options as to the type of French property an investor can buy that they often get distracted from the potential gains they could make by considering opting for a leaseback scheme.
French leaseback allows investors to buy a freehold property in a region of their choice and receive a guaranteed rental income from it.
Explanation of French Leaseback
The properties are generally located in tourist spots to accommodate visitors to France on a short term basis and are run by property management firms who you ‘lease back’ your property to.
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Related Posts:Leaseback - the best property investment ever?Leasebacks
Leasebacks have just got better with some important French TAX changes - more of that later. With a French Leaseback, you buy a property - typically in a ski, beach or golf development - and receive back the local tax (TVA). TVA is levied at 19.6% in France. As well.....click title for details
Leaseback property brings ‘huge options’Many people who are hoping to buy property to let are not aware that French Leasebacks could earn them even more money. Leaseback is a scheme introduced by the French government where anyone can purchase a holiday home or overseas investment property and cover a lot or all of the.....click title for details
French Leasebacks as an InvestmentAre you looking for a solid investment property? Then French Leasebacks are for you! This a 20 year investment in holiday accommodation in France with tax incentives and guaranteed rental incomes.
This type of investment is a product of the French Government looking for a solution to holiday accommodation shortages in.....click title for details
Guaranteed rental incomeThere are growing signs that property prices across Europe have peaked. In the UK the latest reports indicated house prices are in decline in Great Britain. Meanwhile in Europe, the emerging markets in the East such as Bulgaria, Turkey, etc. are not showing the house price inflation of 2005. In.....click title for details
Leaseback - flavour of the month?We are seeing tremendous interest in Leasebacks on our site. These are investment vehicles and gives a fair return with the attraction of potential capital gains. French leaseback details
But please check if you want to live in the property at the end of the leasehold period whether there is the.....click title for details
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October 24, 2007 at 1:10 am
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One of the bonuses about buying new property or off plan in France are that the costs are minimal, mainly because each home must be built, by law, to a certain standard.
However, as with any new purchases, be they old farmhouses or new developments, you will need to put some money away to cover the basics.
Once you have moved into your property it is recommended that before anything else, you get in touch with all the different companies and services which you will use to ensure they have your details on their records.
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Related Posts:Opting for new developments in FranceAnyone who is thinking of moving abroad is advised to consider opting for a property in one of a number of new developments in France.Although for some people, the whole idea of moving to France is to renovate an old chateau or farmhouse, for others, this sounds like far too.....click title for details
Overseas retirees ‘must consider costs’France is the ideal place for anyone thinking of retiring overseas but experts warn that as with any move away, it is important that roundtrip transaction costs are taken into account.Experts are urging retirees to ensure they are up to speed on any legal issues, taxes or costs which may.....click title for details
French Leasebacks as an InvestmentAre you looking for a solid investment property? Then French Leasebacks are for you! This a 20 year investment in holiday accommodation in France with tax incentives and guaranteed rental incomes.
This type of investment is a product of the French Government looking for a solution to holiday accommodation shortages in.....click title for details
Why overseas buyers are choosing new build property in FranceOnce upon a time foreign purchasers were only interested in buying a magnificent maison de maître or a charming château. Not any more. As Michael Streeter reports, new build, off-plan, new developments – call them what you will – are now in vogue more.
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Counting the cost of buying in FranceYou may have found that perfect home in France but there are a number of extra costs which may catch the less savvy investors by surprise.These can vary according to the type of property and the region you're buying in but it is important to make space for them within.....click title for details
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October 24, 2007 at 1:10 am
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Most people who move to France are looking forward to having a long and prosperous life enjoying the sunshine and healthy food the country has on offer.
But whether you are retiring to France, looking at foreign investment in France or trying to find watermills for sale it is vital that you have all your legal documents in order and particularly your will.
French wills versus UK wills
Since the 1960s, any will is deemed valid as long as it has been drafted in accordance with the laws of the country where the deceased either signed it, lived or had citizenship.
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Related Posts:The Next Train is Leaving the Rat Race “The 8.16 train to London Victoria has been cancelled due to leaves on the line. We apologise for this inconvenience".A collective groan, with British reserve, reverberated along the station platform. Another normal day in the life of the commuter trying to get into work to earn a heavily taxed.....click title for details
French property news ‘looks positive’France's 2007 property market looks set to be "buoyant" and economic changes will not mean it becomes a less attractive place for Brits, it has been claimed. Concerns had been raised by some investors that plans by the newly sworn in president Nicolas Sarkosy to introduce a 35 hour working.....click title for details
Tips on retiring to FranceAlthough many senior citizens dream of retiring to France it can be a daunting prospect for anyone who is leaving their family and friends.But there are plenty of advantages of heading overseas for older people, which in many ways outweigh the worries of pensions, taxes and other legal or financial.....click title for details
Investors could benefit from new French presidentIt's hard to ignore France's current political situation with a new president set to bring about many changes. But UK investors considering purchasing buy to let properties or holiday homes in France are no doubt wanting to know how it will effect them.President Nicolas Sarkozy is set to focus hard.....click title for details
Investing under the sunSun, sea, white beaches, a relaxing atmosphere, tasty food and a lovely glass of wine whilst watching the beautiful French sunset. Or how about visiting the mountains and their white slopes? What else could you possibly desire?
After a few weeks, you would have to desert you own holiday home, leaving.....click title for details
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