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One of main aids to purchase an electric car will end in France in 2025

Only the ecological bonus and social leasing will remain, but their amounts are as-yet unconfirmed

These are the average funeral costs per region in France

Normandy has the highest average cost and Occitanie has the lowest

Will French aid to buy a zero emission car drop in 2025?

French financial aid to buy new electric vehicles set to fall according to a leading auto magazine

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How to sell your jewellery or gold in France

The sale of gold is highly regulated in France. We give tips to make the most of the booming market

Step-children: French MPs favour new €31,865 gift tax allowance

Amendment also calls to lighten tax on siblings, nephews and nieces - but to tax wealthy direct heirs more

‘Round up’ banking enables people in France to save without realising

The method is seen as a way for shoppers who might normally struggle to save to build up extra cash

Gas bills expected to reduce in France this September

A slight drop is to come after months of significant increases

How much money do people in France need to live well?

What is the role of money in well-being and how much do people need on average, new poll asks

Warning to expect delays with bank transfers in France over Easter

How to avoid getting caught out by the annual bank transfer holiday

New way to check if your French top-up health insurance cost is fair

French consumer group launches comparator based on profile saying it should be easier for people to compare plans and save money

Buying an electric car in France: how government aid is changing

The changes come as the government also announced that the ‘social leasing’ €100 scheme was closed for 2024

How to avoid falling victim to ‘false bank advisor’ scams in France

These types of scams have ‘exploded’ in recent years, says a cybersecurity expert

How bank cashpoints are changing in France

New ATMs under the brand name ‘Cash Services’ will expand (a little) their services

Working ‘on the black’ costs France €10 billion a year

Undeclared income includes work done for cash only and ‘errors’ when declaring income

Do personal credit ratings exist in France?

It is advisable in France as elsewhere to try and avoid 'payment incidents'

Grant to renovate French homes is extended with a bigger budget

Those applying for large sums, however, will soon have to use (and pay for) a professional adviser

‘Budget season is a good time to review tax planning in France’

Partner article: Rob Kay from Blevins Franks explains what recent changes in France could mean for your tax position

‘Think ahead to save money on capital gains in France’

Partner article: Rob Kay from Blevins Franks explains how assets are taxed in France and important considerations when moving to or leaving the country

Paris stock market more valuable than London’s for first time

Less investment due to Brexit and the devaluation of pound sterling against the dollar are key reasons cited

Is it better to lend to grandchildren in France or to make gifts?

There are pro’s and cons when it comes to these options, but you should be aware of the tax and declaration implications

Fuel oil aid for homes in France: Who is eligible for the €100-200?

Cheques will be sent to eligible households from November onwards. We explain who is eligible, how to work out what you will receive, how to use the money, and when you can expect it

An Assurance Vie opens doors to flexible loan borrowing in France

Partner article: Daniel Butcher of DTB Wealth Management explains the ‘Lombard’ loan opportunity of borrowing against investments in an Assurance Vie

UK’s economic situation ‘worrying’, says French finance minister

His comments come after a week in which the pound crashed to its lowest level against the euro in around two years

2,600 jobs lost as French clothing group Camaïeu in administration

A court ruling made the decision after the state refused a demand for a multi-million rescue package, saying it was too ‘high risk’

French PM urges big business to return purchasing power to the public

Élisabeth Borne said that ‘everyone should be responsible’ and that she ‘would be paying attention to what large companies do’ with massive profits

What food products have risen most in price in France?

New figures show that year-on-year, prices are up most for meat, pasta, margarine, and coffee, as a result of the war in Ukraine, energy costs, drought, frost, and lingering effects of Covid

Should £15,000 money gift from parents in UK be declared in France?

Partner article: Gifts should be declared by the receiver, and may be taxable, although there are tax-free allowances

Rising energy bills: France to keep price cap in 2023

The measure has already stopped prices from increasing by 40% and has kept inflation lower in France than in many other countries – but it has cost the state €24billion

Spanish electricity provider Iberdrola fails to renew French contracts

The main EDF competitor has invited its hundreds of thousands of customers in France to find alternative suppliers as it will no longer ‘automatically renew’ contracts due to rising costs

Investing: avoid fads and spread risk to make money for life in France

Partner article: Christopher Davenport of Kentingtons tells us what to consider when financial markets are turbulent - and a word from Warren Buffet

Capital release: start-up claims to have solution for French property

Dillan says it is the only firm in France to now offer a ‘second mortgage’ after seeing a gap in the French lending market

What will President Macron's second term mean for my money in France?

Partner article: ‘There will be no austerity in France’ Christopher Davenport of Kentingtons shares his thoughts on your financial future under Mr Macron

Six common pitfalls financial experts see when people move to France

Partner article: Thousands of people move to France every year, so it is best to learn from their mistakes, says Kentingtons financial expert Christopher Davenport

French income tax declaration deadline looms - seven rules explained

Partner article: Income is taxed differently in France to the UK. Rob Kay, from Blevins Franks, highlights seven key points to be aware of

Best way for Britons in France to manage ‘lump sums’ of money

Partner article: Consider putting money from UK ISAs, property sales or investments into a French ‘Assurance Vie’ says Daniel Butcher, founder of DTB Wealth Management

Cost of living in France: New details on ‘purchasing power’ law

Food cheques, limits on gas price rises, and increased benefits are among the measures set to be taken by the government

Advisory service resolves Britons' financial problems in France

Partner article: From insurance to investments, Daniel Butcher from DTB Wealth Management explains some of the issues clients face in France

Why did Barclays, HSBC and ING banks struggle to make money in France?

These global financial giants could not make enough profit to be viable in the French banking system. We ask a French finance expert to explain

New kind of bank card fraud hits car park payments in France

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of installing boxes on payment terminals that enabled them to use the PIN numbers to withdraw money at a cashpoint several kilometres away

Cheque fraud on rise in France: Tips on how to avoid it

Cheque fraud amounted to €538million in 2020, the latest annual report shows, prompting La Banque de France to step up security and offer tips to avoid falling victim

Levothyrox controversy: Lyon court wins payout for patients

The manufacturer of thyroid drug Levothyrox, which has been at the centre of controversy since 2017 after patients claimed a new formula did not work, has been ordered to pay €1,000 to more than 3,000 plaintiffs.

French election candidates have to declare their wealth: Here it is

Amounts range from €9.7million for Valérie Pécresse, via €550,000 for Emmanuel Macron to €122,000 for Philippe Poutou

‘Odd job’ help, loans, renovation aid: Five French property updates

We look at how to find DIY professionals, a new law creating more beneficial rules on mortgage insurance and what help is available for adapting a home for older age

Wills, assets: UK couples and France’s three main marriage regimes

Partner article: As in many aspects of life, differences between the UK and France on this topic are numerous

Can I pay a UK cheque into my French bank account?

When paying a sterling cheque into a French bank account the cheque may take a while to clear and there may be significant fees

Can social worker help with debt?

How can I contact an assistant social and what kind of help they can offer? For example, if someone has financial difficulties and large debts. J.W.

Money: can I still receive paper invoices instead of online?

Reader question: a while ago I read that firms cannot charge extra to people who want to receive paper invoices instead of email or online versions – is this still the case? S.H.

Do siblings have to help each other financially in France?

Reader question: I have heard of the obligation alimentaire , which means that you must financially look after needy parents. Does this exist between siblings? F.D.

No refund given for faulty ride-on mower bought online?

There is a legal 14-day cooling-off period with online purchases, however returns might be at the buyer's cost

Do I have to pay the full CFE business tax this year?

There is a tax exemption for businesses with a very small turnover and depending on location, a special two-thirds reduction linked to Covid

The state to look after my father?

My elderly parents and I live in France, although I work abroad for most of the year. My parents have small UK state pensions but my father who suffers from dementia is unable to look after himself. If my mother dies first or becomes incapable of looking after him, will the French system provide help? AB

Finance money

One of main aids to purchase an electric car will end in France in 2025

These are the average funeral costs per region in France

Will French aid to buy a zero emission car drop in 2025?

How to sell your jewellery or gold in France

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