French Properties with Rental Income Potential
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5 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Mougins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254466
Surrounded by half an acre of lush mature gardens with pool, is this immaculate 5 bedroom villa with separate apartment, ideally located in a peaceful area near all amenities in Mougins. This imp...
1,350,000 EUR
Modern 5 bedroom House for sale in Sainte Marie de Re, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254459
Rare opportunity to acquire a stunning modern 4 bedroom villa with one bedroom annex, pool and garden, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in the heart of the village of Sainte-Marie-d...
1,980,000 EUR
Authentic 9 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Saintes, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254458
Full of character and charm is this authentic 4 bedroom house with two separate gites and outbuildings, all nestling in nearly 2 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens located near all amenities in ...
1,050,000 EUR
7 bedroom House for sale with Income Potential in Corgnac sur L'isle, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254424
Beautifully renovated 7 bedroom property in a beautiful waterfront setting, with income potential and generous living space. The spacious property is ideal for a large family/multigenerational liv...
545,000 EUR
Beautiful 6 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Lisieux, Normandy
Ref 254423
Charming Eighteenth Century chateau for sale in Normandy, set in a beautiful estate of over 25 acres with gite and outbuildings. Built in 1742 with 19th-century additions, the stone and brick p...
1,400,000 EUR
Wow factor 6 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Tourrettes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254412
Nesstling in one hectare of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool, is this exceptional 4 bedroom luxury villa with separate guest house, enjoying panoramic views from its prestigious loca...
9,800,000 EUR
Authentic 7 bedroom Maison for sale in Le Monetier les Bains, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254402
Wonderful opportunity to acquire an authentic 7 bedroom house with garden, enjoying panoramic mountain views from its ideal location near the slopes and all amenities in the charming village of Le ...
1,260,000 EUR
Unique 13 bedroom House for sale in Salies de Bearn, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254389
Wonderful opportunity to acquire an authentic 3 storey, 13 bedroom historical house set in a beautiful landscaped garden, ideally located near all amenities in the heart of the spa resort of Salies...
625,000 EUR
Beautiful 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Lanneplaa, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254388
Located in a peaceful area of Lanneplaa is this charming 5 bedroom Bearnais-style country house set in an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with expansive pool. Situated only 6km from the tow...
499,000 EUR
Immaculate 5 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Ramatuelle, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254387
Absolutely exceptional 3 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties nestling in over 3 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoying panoramic countryside views from its peaceful location b...
5,490,000 EUR
Stunning 8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Grimaud, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254385
Enjoying far reaching countryside views to the sea beyond from its peaceful location near Grimaud, is this exceptional Provencal 5 bedroom house with separate 3 bedroom guest house, nestling in 7,0...
3,950,000 EUR
Character 4 bedroom Manoire  for sale with countryside views in Pellegrue, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254373
Charming manoire with gite, conveniently located near a small Girondine market town, set among picturesque vineyards and offering charming views over the countryside. The main house boasts a cen...
525,000 EUR
7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside and lake or river views with Income Potential in Narbonne, Occitanie
Ref 254360
Wonderful opportunity to acquire an exquisite wine estate of 3 beautiful properties with pools, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near Narbonne. Just few minutes f...
1,260,000 EUR
Unique 13 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Toulouse, Occitanie
Ref 254355
Full of charm and character is this majestic historical Chateau nestling in one hectare of glorious land with further accommodation and outbuildings, all located just 30 minutes from Toulouse. Thi...
1,595,000 EUR
Unique 8 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Mouans Sartoux, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254346
Unique majestic 8 bedroom luxury villa nestling in over 3 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool, while enjoying panoramic views from its sought after location in Mouans Sartoux. ...
3,890,000 EUR
8 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Albi, Occitanie
Ref 254335
Exceptional estate of four charming properties nestling in over 18 acres of glorious land with gardens, pool and woodland, located in a peaceful area near the historic town of Albi. This superb pr...
1,280,000 EUR
Income Producing 41 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Perigueux, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254334
Unique opportunity to acquire a collection of 20 eco friendly gites, nestling in nearly 8 hectares of glorious land with gardens and pools, while enjoying far reaching countryside views from their ...
2,612,500 EUR
Immaculate 7 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Mougins, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254317
Absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 7 bedroom architect designed villa nestling in nearly 2 acres of glorious mature gardens with amazing infinity pool, while enjoying panoramic views from its locatio...
22,000,000 EUR
Luxury 6 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Valbonne, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Ref 254315
Exceptional 6 bedroom luxury villa with separate one bedroom guest house, nestling in nearly one acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, Jacuzzi and olive groves, while enjoying far reachin...
3,900,000 EUR
Stylish 5 bedroom House for sale in Saint Martin de Re, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Ref 254306
Unique opportunity to acquire a stylishly renovated 5 bedroom villa with studio, pool and garden, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Saint-Martin-de-Re. With a floor area of 110 m...
1,099,350 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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