Your Gateway to French
Property Ownership
End-to-end support for buying, renovating, and managing properties in France. Bilingual expertise guiding English speaking buyers through every step.
A lifestyle investment with compelling financial benefits
🍷 Unmatched Quality of Life
Lifestyle Appeal
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Exceptional climate, world-class cuisine, rich culture, and slower pace.
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Perfect for retirement, holidays, or lifestyle change.
📈 Strong Rental Potential
Rental Income
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Holiday let markets thriving in tourist areas.
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Long-term rental demand strong.
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Yields of 4-7% achievable in key regions.
💰 Better Value than UK
Strong Value
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Larger properties at lower prices.
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Average French house price: €230k vs UK: £290k
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More space, more character, better value.
🛡️ Buyer Protection
Regulations
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10-day cooling-off period
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Impartial notaires
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Comprehensive property searches
Why Buy Property in France?
THE NAS DIFFERENCE
Bilingual Expertise You Can Trust
Buying property in France involves complex legal documents, unfamiliar processes, and language barriers. Most foreign buyers feel overwhelmed.
We bridge that gap. Native English speakers with fluent French, we translate not just words, but cultural nuances and legal complexities. We attend notaire meetings with you, negotiate in French on your behalf, and ensure you understand every step.
What We Provide:
• ✓ An English language summary of all documents
• ✓ Attendance at all notaire meetings
• ✓ Negotiation in French on your behalf
• ✓ Connection to English-speaking professionals
• ✓ Post-purchase support (utilities, admin, etc.)
The French Property Buying Process
We guide you through every step
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Property Search
⏱️ 2-8 weeks
We search for properties matching your criteria, arrange viewings, provide honest insights.
Make Offer
⏱️ 1-3 days
We negotiate in French, advise on fair value, secure best possible price and terms
Compromis de Vente
⏱️ 1-2 weeks
Initial contract signed. We resume all pages, explain every clause, ensure your protection
⚠️ YOUR 10-DAY COOLING-OFF PERIOD STARTS !!
Due Diligence Period
⏱️ 2-3 months
Notaire conducts searches. We coordinate surveys, introduce mortgage brokers, handle all liaisons
Acte de Vente Preparation
⏱️ 2-3 weeks
Final contract prepared. We review, summarize in English, introduction to foreign exchange partners, confirm all details.
Completion & Keys
⏱️ 1 day
Signing at notaire's office. We attend with you, translate in real-time. You receive the keys immediately!
Complete French Property Services
🔍 Property Search & Viewing
What's included:
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Full market search
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Viewing trip coordination
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Area insights and guidance
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Property comparison analysis
🤝 Professional Connections
What's included:
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English speaking notaires
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Trusted surveyors
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Mortgage brokers
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Renovation contractors
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Architects / Interior designers
🇬🇧🇫🇷 Bilingual Transaction Support
What's included:
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English language summaries
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Attendance at notaire meetings
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Negotiation in French
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Explanation of all terms and clauses
🏠 Post-Purchase Support
What's included:
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Utility setup assistance
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Administrative registrations
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Property management connections
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Ongoing advice and support
🔨 Renovation Project Management
What's included:
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Project manager sourcing.
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English language summaries of principal documents.
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Bilingual language support for key meetings and reviews
Understanding French Property Costs
Total Buying Costs: 7-10% of Purchase Price
Breakdown:
Expenses in addition to the agreed sale price:
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Notaire Fees: 6-8% (includes registration tax) - varies by region
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Mortgage costs: 1-2% arrangement fees (dependent on lender / broker)
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Our fees: Transparent, discussed upfront
Usually (but not always!) included in the sales price (paid for by the seller):
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survey costs: €500-800
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estate agency fees: % or fixed (usually degressive the higher the property value)