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Character 6 bedroom House for sale in Roncey, Normandy
Ref 254507
Beautiful 'Maison de Maitre' set in an estate of over 22 acres with 6 bedrooms, outbuildings and equestrian facilities. Charming wrought iron gates lead to a beautiful avenue lined with 30-year-ol...
649,900 EUR
Character 4 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Civray, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254506
Historic Seventeenth Century chateau with outbuildings and development potential, set in 19 acres of land with woodland and ideal for equestrian use. Entry to the property is via an attractive av...
695,000 EUR
Project Building Land for sale with hillside view in Opio, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254505
Desirable level building plot of half an acre, close to the village of Valbonne, in a quiet, unspoilt setting, planted with olive trees with lovely hillside views. The land of approximately 2,00...
790,000 EUR
Beautiful 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254504
Prestigious 96m2 apartment located in the sought-after Californie district in Cannes, in a secure residence. In excellent condition, this bright living space offers excellent panoramic views of th...
1,490,000 EUR
Beautiful 5 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Flayosc, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254503
Delightful character property with panoramic views over the nearby village and offering a peaceful lifestyle in the heart of unspoiled natural surroundings. Set in over 3 acres of land, it stand...
1,695,000 EUR
Turn Key 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Mougins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254502
Superb and spacious Mediterranean villa in the heart of a magnificent landscaped garden overlooking one of Mougins' most sought-after hills, close to golf courses, international schools and the bea...
6,500,000 EUR
Spacious 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Montauroux, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254501
Attractive 4 bedroom villa in a peaceful residential area of Montauroux, within walking distance of the charming village, with swimming pool and sweeping views toward the picturesque village of Sa...
930,000 EUR
New Build 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view in Les Adrets de l'Esterel, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254500
Impressive 3 bedroom apartment with large terrace just 35 minutes from Nice Airport and 15 minutes from the beaches on the first floor of a desirable new two-storey residence in Les Adrets de l'E...
735,000 EUR
Luxury 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Pezenas, Occitanie
Ref 254499
Beautiful and luxurious property in Pezenas, in the lovely Herault district of Southern France, with 5 bedrooms and an office, beautiful heated pool with Jacuzzi, a large summer living room with a...
1,895,000 EUR
Spacious 5 bedroom House for sale with lake and panoramic views in Menthon Saint Bernard, Auvergne Rhone Alpes
Ref 254496
Spacious 5 bedroom property in Menthon St Bernard, set in mature gardens of over half an acre, in a peaceful situation with fabulous panoramic views of the mountains and Lake Annecy. The brig...
2,280,000 EUR
New Build 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic views in Morzine, Auvergne Rhone Alpes
Ref 254494
Spacious luxury 3 bedroom apartment on the 1st floor of a new highly - desirable development in Morzine, with generous outdoor space and lovely mountain views. The generous 130 m2 property comes ...
1,450,000 EUR
Luxury 4 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Eze, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254491
Enjoying breathtaking sea views from its elevated location in Eze is this exceptional 4 bedroom Provencal style villa with separate apartment, nestling in half an acre of beautiful landscaped garde...
4,800,000 EUR
Immaculate 6 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Le Cannet, Cannes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254490
Absolutely exceptional 6 bedroom stone bastide nestling in nearly one acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with amazing infinity pool, while enjoying panoramic views from its location on the height...
4,990,000 EUR
Bright 3 bedroom House for sale in Le Barcares, Occitanie
Ref 254486
Bright and spacious 3 bedroom contemporary single storey house with pool and garden, ideally located near the beach in a peaceful and sought after area of Le Barcares. This elegant property built ...
532,000 EUR
6 bedroom Property of Chateau Outbuildings  for sale with countryside view and Income Potential in Angers, Pays de la Loire
Ref 254481
Attractive ensemble of Nineteenth Century Chateau outbuildings and gites in the area of Anjou, ideally located in the countryside near a small town providing the main services and easy access by th...
850,000 EUR
Character 13 bedroom Chateau for sale in Angers, Pays de la Loire
Ref 254480
Character Nineteenth Century Chateau set in 25 acres of mature parkland in the area of Anjou, ideally located in the countryside near a small town providing the main services and easy access to the...
895,000 EUR
Renovated 9 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Mont de Marsan, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254479
Beautifully renovated Medieval chateau in a peaceful rural situation with countryside views. Located on the borders of the Landes and Gers regions, 1 hour from Agen and 1.5 hours from Bordeaux, ...
1,380,000 EUR
Beautiful 5 bedroom Chalet for sale with panoramic view in Morzine, Auvergne Rhone Alpes
Ref 254478
Delightful and spacious 5 bedroom chalet close to the heart of Morzine. This 216m2 property is very well located for easy access on foot into the centre, in a sunny and quiet position in the Nant...
1,690,000 EUR
Renovated 6 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Vanzac, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254477
Beautifully restored former Cognac estate set in 7 acres with pool, gite and income potential in a lovely rural setting. Nicely positioned amidst the rolling Cognac vineyards, this gem has been ow...
985,800 EUR
Immaculate 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Crillon Le Brave, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254475
Enjoying far reaching countryside views from its ideal location between Crillon-le-Brave and Saint-Pierre-de-Vassols, is this elegant 3 bedroom house with separate one bedroom guest house nestling ...
1,385,000 EUR
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Buying a Property in France

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.

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