Category: French Real Estate

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Donald Trump and French real estate

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Will the new President of the United States of America have an impact on French real estate?

With the US elections finished and now Donald J Trump the new President elect of the United States of America you may wonder if there is going to be any change in the French real estate market.

We contacted some of the people who are in the process of moving from the USA to France after investing in real estate and we quickly got positive responses. In fact, I could feel the emotion of one client who wrote “after the events of yesterday we are approaching the effort with renewed vigor”.

If you are thinking about buying French real estate this could be a good moment to check into your options so that as new changes take place in the world you are ahead of those who want to invest in the beautiful country of France and benefit from real estate investment here.

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French Real Estate Sellers Come Clean and Sell Easier

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When you are selling your French real estate here are a few places you may not remember to clean but potential buyers will notice.

One
Inside Light Fixtures
Many times we clean the outside of light fixtures but we do not look inside a light fixture or shade unless a bulb blows and yet inside the shade you will often find dirty bulbs that do not give off good light to show the best of your home. Clean the fixtures completely and safely.

Two
The Body of the Toilet
Many people will clean the toilet seat or the tank top or both during their weekly cleaning, however, they do not always clean the base of the toilet or behind the seat which can get really dirty and smelly.
Take the time to clean and sparkle all the toilet body. Visitors will be impressed.

Three
Electrical Items
Televisions, computers, printers, music speakers are all very good at collecting dust and do not enhance the presentation of your French real estate.
Take the time to make these items sparkle. You will enjoy the benefit too until your homes is sold.

Five
Stoves and Fridges
These heavily used items often become the holder of dirt and grease in a French home. Make sure you clean off the stove top plus the sides and the walls beside the stove. In addition, clean on top and inside the fridge so visitors even if they are not going to buy your appliances can see you take care of your home.

These are simple yet important tips. Go deeper and learn 50 more tips that can help you maximize the sale price of your French property. Learn about the 50 Tips for French property sellers here.

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Video Old French apartment building: How do you bring Furniture to the upper floors?

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For many years French apartment buildings never had elevators. If you lived on the 2 or 3 or 4 floor you had a difficult walk up the stairs with groceries.

Now what do people do today when there is still no elevators in the beautiful older French apartments and it is ‘moving in’ day? Do they bring the furniture up the narrow winding stairs?

Do you know?

Confirm your thought by watching this short video on French apartment access.

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How do I send money to France and reduce the impact of currency changes?

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How do I sent money to France and reduce impact of currency changes?

When you are sending money to France whether it is to pay for the purchase of a French home, your mortgage payment or money to a loved one travelling in France you want to make sure you choose the best option to maximize the impact of your money.

Without doing research you could choose the wrong currency exchange provider and end up losing part of the value of your money due to charges that are effected during the transfer.

Country example:
If you are sending money between France and the UK you need to consider your options.
For example, if you already make regular transfers you could benefit from a fixed exchange rate. In the alternative, an one time transfer may be more suitable to match your needs.

Currency transfer specialists offer a large selection of services to give you flexibility around the time and rate at which you may wish to transfer. You may want to ask your currency exchange specialist about a ‘forward contract’. This could be useful for a one time transfer for the purchase of a home or even when sending money to a family member in France that you plan to do at a particular time of year like Christmas. Ask your currency exchange specialist for more details.

The key is to connect with a currency exchange specialist from at least two companies and get guidance relating to your needs.

You can contact us here if you would like guidance to an English speaking French currency exchange specialist.

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Video How to Choose a French real estate agent Specialist or Generalist?

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French real estate buyers always need to make sure they are working with a specialist and not a generalist.

You can follow the same reasoning in many countries when it comes to real estate, the nature and value of properties changes from location to location.

Be warned that an agent who claims to be an expert in many areas is most likely not an expert in any.

Watch our short video below and if you need help to find an English speaking French real estate agent in your area of choice let us know, we can help you. Contact us here.

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