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The French PropertyPLAYBOOK

Start with the question on your mind.

Practical guides and dated updates for a purchase you can explain. Each one shows its assumptions and the date its sources were checked.

  1. Budget & costsUpdated 9 October 2026

    Build your full buying budget.

    Plan acquisition costs, financing, works and reserves with a worked €250,000 example.

    Read the guide

  2. Buying from abroadRevised and sources checked 15 October 2026

    Should a US buyer use an SCI?

    Separate French ownership and taxation from US classification, PFIC questions and reporting before choosing a structure.

    Read the guide

  3. FinancingRevised and sources checked 15 October 2026

    French mortgages for non-residents: eligibility, upfront cash and checks.

    Check lender eligibility, see a worked example of the cash you need beyond the loan and when it is due, and settle the loan condition and offer timetable before you sign.

    Read the guide

  4. Market & regulationViewing & property checksSources checked 13 October 2026

    DPE electricity changes: what buyers should check in 2026 and 2027

    A better energy label can come from a calculation change. Before reducing your renovation budget, check which DPE and update certificate you have.

    Read the explainer

  5. Buying from abroadChecked 26 September 2026

    Buying property in France as an American.

    A practical guide for American buyers in France: ownership, visas, mortgages, buying costs and the distinction between property, accounts and US tax reporting.

    Read the guide

  6. Budget & costsMethod reviewed 26 September 2026

    Departmental duty and notaire costs.

    Understand the difference between a selected rate and a verified transaction-specific estimate.

    Read the guide

Put the reading into practice.

A fictional €250,000 purchase, with every cash assumption visible. No account required.

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Earlier articles under reviewHistorical tax, rental and cross-border articles are not being promoted as current guidance. Their existing addresses show a clear archive notice while verification is pending.