Category Archives: Buyer’s Guide

Property Sales In Your Country; How Does It Work?

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Sam

What’s the process of dealing with real estate agents to buy or sell property in your country? You’d think that after being involved in real estate and property sales in France for 8 years I’d know the answer to this.  … Continue reading →

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Why Don't French Real Estate Agencies Put the Village Name in the Listing?

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Sam

Everyone involved in selling property in France knows why the village name is almost never on a property listing.
We’re all afraid that if we put the village name in the ad some other agent is going to see it, go find the house and get a listing. We’re so afraid of this that we take the chance of losing a potential client rather than just advertise the location of the property. Continue reading →

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French immobiliers

Posted on March 13, 2010 by Sam

Using a real estate agency in France The thing to remember about French real estate agencies – immobiliers- is that they exist primarily to sell property for and to the French. Their focus is on getting listings and keeping other … Continue reading →

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House Hunting Trip to France

Posted on December 11, 2009 by Sam

You’ve done your research, and you’ve visited and found the area that’s right for you. You’ve spent time researching property on the internet. From your research and your exploring you’ve established a wish list and a budget. It’s time to come to Languedoc, visit houses, find the house you want, and buy it. Continue reading →

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Bank Holidays in France – 2010

Posted on December 11, 2009 by Sam

Always good to check the dates of public holidays before you visit France Continue reading →

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