Saint-Tropez is one of the French Riviera’s most popular coastal towns, and it’s just a short drive from Cannes and Nice. The area is known for its vibrant atmosphere, in-demand beaches and buzzing nightlife, as well as high fashion and gourmet food. Aside from being... Read more
The process of buying property in France isn’t especially long and drawn out, but when your dream home is almost yours, it can’t go fast enough, can it? After finding a property you love, securing a mortgage and patiently waiting several weeks, it’s finally time to... Read more
There’s so much to think about when planning to move to France but what do you need to consider when choosing where to live in France? It’s easy to focus on one aspect of life there and forget about the others. You can get caught up in choosing the right school for... Read more
Monaco may be petite, but it’s an incredibly desirable place to live. Its under-1-square-mile in size and is designated as the second-smallest country in the world which adds to its elite status. Set on the Mediterranean Sea, in between the Italian Riviera and the... Read more
The French lifestyle is hard to pass up, no matter what type of setting you like best – bustling city, peaceful countryside, snow-covered mountains, warm and sunny beachfront… But the question of securing a French mortgage – and all that it entails – can put a... Read more
There are numerous reasons why many people want to live in Monaco, and its location is at the top of the list. Set on the glistening Mediterranean Sea with the French Alps as a backdrop, Monaco is close to both the sea and the mountains. As with many destinations on... Read more
If you’re planning to move to France with your children, you’re likely searching for international schools for expat students. Understanding the French education system and the differences between French state schools and international schools will be helpful in... Read more
If you own property in France or you’re planning to buy, you’re definitely going to need a French bank account. This is true whether you’re purchasing a second home to use on holiday or you’re going to be relocating to France full-time. Either way, it’ll be difficult... Read more
The Cote d’Azur, once an unassuming coastline along the Mediterranean, is now one of the world’s most beautiful, vibrant and sought-after locations for buying a luxury property. Iconic towns and cities like Cannes, Nice and Saint-Tropez embody the area’s elite... Read more
Over the past few years, mortgage lenders in France have become much more comfortable with offering loans to non-residents. That means you won’t need to rely on a lender in your home country for a mortgage; you can go directly to a French lender. Whether you’ll be... Read more