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Property Types in France
Property Restrictions for Foreigners
Purchase Process and Costs
Advantages of Buying a Newbuild Property
Buying Off-Plan
VAT Rebate for Rented Properties
Mortgages
Buying in the Name of a Company
Rental Income and Running Costs
Investment and Selling
Annual Property Taxes
Staying in France and French Residency
What are the advantages of a buying a newbuild property in France?
Financial benefits:
In addition, there are a number of other advantages:
Information correct as of 1st January 2024. This may change as rules and regulations change often, so please contact us directly if you have any specific enquiries.
- You have the option to save the 20% TVA (French VAT) if you decide to rent the property
- You pay only 2.5% purchase costs (compared to 8% for a resale)
- You don’t pay the Taxe Foncière for the first 2 years
In addition, there are a number of other advantages:
- Consumer laws are good in France so you will get a 10 year guarantee
- You will have low maintenance costs in the early years
- New build are much more energy efficient than older properties so your running costs will be less.
- You can choose the style and finish of your property
Information correct as of 1st January 2024. This may change as rules and regulations change often, so please contact us directly if you have any specific enquiries.
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