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Visas & residency

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Property

Our French gîte: A fortified house far from the beaten track

French homeowners using fuel or wood heating can benefit from purchasing discount

Returning to the UK from France? Start planning early - Partner article

One look at this turreted house in north-west France and I had to buy it

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Homeowners turn to flood defence systems with government backing

France faces EU scrutiny over inheritance law – decisions expected this month

Explained: local property taxes in France

DPE calculations ‘ignore centuries of French building practice’, says housing expert

Clay shrinkage cracks: financial help for homeowners in high-risk French regions

French councils pause taxe foncière rises but more apply second home surtax

France to reform DPE 2026: better ratings for electric-heated properties

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Learning French

Learning French: how workers can enjoy the silence at the bibliothèque

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Money

Brittany island’s only ATM shuts, limiting cash access for residents

Errors to avoid when making French bank transfer after October 9

Receive French tax credits? If so it is good to update your information

What to do with your low denomination euro coins in France

Who is eligible for France's new electric vehicle leasing scheme?

Navigating French gift tax – a simple guide for residents - Partner article

European Central Bank recommends keeping €70 - €100 in cash at home

What are the regulations on trusts in France? - Partner article

Do you need to declare a UK inheritance in France? - Partner article

Budget could cut tax reduction for parents of secondary school children in France

Extra security checks on French bank transfers from next month

French restaurant piggy banks: the old way to save cash

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Magazine

French film review: When Fall is Coming

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Discover Verdun's Memorial Museum and Douaumont Ossuary

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Pumpkins are for more than just Halloween in France

Explore Verdun: World War One history, festivals, and sweet treats

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