Chamonix’s new second home rules and what they mean for you 

Chamonix’s latest urban planning reforms have reshaped the landscape for property buyers, limiting new second homes but creating opportunities for those ready to adapt.  With a focus on permanent housing and environmental preservation, these changes will influence...

From piste to plate: where Michelin-starred dining meets ski resort luxury

Skiing and fine dining have always gone hand in hand in the world’s most exclusive resorts. Nowhere is this truer than in Courchevel, the ski destination that not only offers world-class slopes but also holds the title of the most Michelin-starred ski resort in the...

All the ways French law protects your off-plan ski property purchase

Buying an off-plan property in France offers the opportunity to secure a brand-new home in a desirable location, often at a competitive price. However, as the property does not yet exist at the point of purchase, buyers benefit from specific legal protections designed...

French mortgage rates are falling, but a strong euro threatens your savings

With French mortgage rates dropping and banks competing for buyers, now should be a great time to buy your ski property in the Alps. However, for international buyers, while the mortgage rates in France are falling, the euro has seen its strongest surge in 16 years,...

What you need to know about the increasing notaire fees in France

Buying property in France is about to become more expensive in many areas, as local councils gain the authority to increase the droits de mutation à titre onéreux (DMTO)—commonly known as part of notaire fees. These charges are set to rise in several departments...