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French real estate: What is a restanque?

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French real estate terminology offers some terms that are similar in English like W.C. (toilet), however, one reader asked us what does the term ‘restanque’ mean and this is not a term that has a similar English word. 

A Restanque is a terraced piece of land, that is the land has a step like effect to it. Usually the vertical part of the restanque is supported by some kind of stones.

You can use the search tool on our site to search more French real estate terms now (located up top) and you can help yourself by signing up for our free guide below or if you want to learn lots check out our 110 tips buyers guide here.

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Meet Sarah Berry and The Deux-Sèvres Monthly Magazine

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You can learn about French real estate and France in many ways.

I recently connected with Sarah Berry who is the very nice and clearly talented organizer behind the Deux-Sèvres Monthly magazine.

I spoke with Sarah on the phone and asked her why she started this magazine that has continued to grow in readerships since 2011.

Sarah told me she started it (like all wise business people) because there was a need. There was no magazine serving her area and local people wanted a place to share and also advertise their work.

Sarah took on this task which for a print magazine is no easy task. Yet, in this age of online magazines most off line magazines fail to survive. Yet, Sarah’s has.

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Now 5000 plus magazines are distributed with on average 15000 people reading the magazine each month.

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Today, there is an online version of the magazine, however, many people enjoy the magazine so much they keep copies of the print version for years as a source of reference.

Both the online and offline magazine are Free.

Sunflowers

The magazine is at least 48 pages long and packed with info each month.

Popular articles are on gardening, motoring and of course the features on wine.

By far the most popular section is the center page spread that is unique each month sharing with the readers a fresh new exploration into a topic that is educational and entertaining.

Get more details on the Deux-Sèvres Monthly magazine here. It is a great resource for people who live in the Deux-Sèvres area or are thinking of moving there.

Thanks again Sarah for all your dedication.

David

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How French Real Estate Agents can help you Part One

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As a French property owner or buyer you may be wondering why should you work with an English speaking French real estate agent.

Here are 5 of 10 benefits you can obtain from the right professional agent, 5 more will arrive in our next article.

One
Access
As a buyer, the access to properties on the market in France is complicated. If you only view properties that are for sale directly with an owner you will miss out on properties that are only for sale with agents. So at a minimum you need to be connected to an agent who is familiar with all properties for sale both with and without an agency. You are unlikely to get a home owner directing you to all comparable homes on the market with agents.
As a seller, if you only try to sell directly without an agent you miss out on all the buyers that are actively shopping only with agents. Plus you may miss out on all the buyers who do not speak French.

Two
Guidance
The real estate selling and buying process in France is complex like in many parts of the world. In addition the rules keep changing. Do you want to risk not knowing about a new law that can impact the sale or purchase of property in a negative way? You can be up to date and learn about what to expect as you move through the process by working with a professional French real estate agent.

Three
Marketing
With modern technology we can all place an advertisement online, however, professional real estate agents know what is effective at attracting buyers. As a starting point, compare the photos by a professional agent in an advertisement to a private owner’s advertisement and you should see a difference in focus.

Four
Multiple Neighborhood Knowledge
As a seller you will know your own neighbourhood but buyer’s want to know how your area compares to other areas this is another time where an agent’s help is valuable.
As a buyer, you need to know the good and bad about every neighbourhood you visit and this is why the knowledge of an experienced professional is valuable.

Five
Buyer Support
When you work with a French real estate agent to help you find a property you have a professional who is working to get you the best property at the best price. If you simply go to the owner or the owner’s agent you are meeting with someone who is not looking to get you the best price possible.

NEXT five in our next article

If you are planning on buying or selling French real state and you would like to interview an English speaking French real estate agent please contact us today for access to our network.

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Time to Review Your Current French Mortgage

French real estate mortgage Rates decline.

This post is a reminder that the mortgage interest rates in France continue to drop at this time.

We had a client who purchased a home in Aspremont in the south of France in 2012 with a mortgage rate of 4.5 percent over 20 years and now a current client who is buying with a mortgage rate of 2.25 percent over 20 years.

Even if you are not planning on buying a French property right now, it may be possible for you to renegotiate the mortgage you currently have on your French property. This can save you a lot of money long term.

If you would like guidance to help you find an English speaking French mortgage broker please contact us we are here to assist you.

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Whats does immeuble or residence de standing mean in French real estate?

The French real estate term immeuble or residence de standing means that the residence is one of higher quality and up scale features compared to most residences in the area. For example, the residence may have its own caretaker on site or it own private swimming pool in the residence.

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