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Buying property in the Var in 2025: everything you need to know
The Var sits between Provence's rolling countryside and the glittering coastline of the Côte d’Azur. With picturesque hill villages, glamorous seaside resorts, and around 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s easy to see why so many people dream of buying property in...
Buying property in the Pays de la Loire in 2025: everything you need to know
Found between Brittany, Normandy and Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Pays de la Loire offers a blend of rural charm, seaside appeal and vibrant cities. It covers a vast area – larger than Yorkshire and nearly as big as the US state of Maryland – giving you outstanding variety and...
How to make an offer on a property in Italy
Buying a home in Italy isn’t just a transaction – it’s often the fulfilment of a dream. That first moment when you stand in front of “the one” – whether it’s a Tuscan stone farmhouse or a city apartment with faded frescoes – feels magical. But once your heart has said...
Buying property in Île-de-France in 2025: everything you need to know
Île-de-France isn’t just Paris – though the capital is its beating heart. Buying property in Île-de-France means a home in a region that also includes a diverse mix of departments, suburbs, market towns and scenic countryside that attract thousands of international...
Residency and visas in Italy
If the land of the dolce vita ("sweet life") is calling you, and holidays just aren't going to be long enough, you might need a visa to live in Italy. The good news is that they're not so hard to get, even for the British post-Brexit or for those from America and...
Buying property in Haute-Vienne in 2025: everything you need to know
If you're planning a move to rural France, Haute-Vienne offers exceptional value, rich landscapes and a welcoming community. Nestled within the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, this underrated department combines affordability with traditional charm – making buying property...