News for Individuals
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For those looking to own a property in France with the potential for a rental income return, one well-established option might be to buy on a leaseback scheme. This form...
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What is the Trust Registration Service? The Trust Registration Service (TRS) is a register of beneficial ownership of trusts, first set up in June 2017, designed to implement the EU’s...
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French legal expert, Matthew Cameron, offers some practical advice about what to expect at the ‘acte de vente’ meeting when purchasing a property in France. Q: After years of dreaming...
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From 28 June 2022, a new category of careless driving offence is in force: causing serious injury by careless or by inconsiderate driving. This is intended to address careless or...
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French property owners beware; the French tax office has introduced a new declaration requirement, which concerns all property owners and consists of reporting the occupancy status of their French properties...
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We look at the steps to be taken in the event of the death of one of the couple and the costs involved. Question Where a couple have bought a...
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Legislation is due to be laid before Parliament “later this year” to widen the ban on exclusivity clauses. Exclusivity clauses prevent workers and employees from working for other entities or...
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From 6 April 2022, the employment rates and limits will have their annual increase. In relation to employment tribunal claims the new rates will apply where the effective date of...
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Development of houses on farmland or farm buildings can lead to some amazing homes which are a delight to live in. A lot of time and thought in these “grand...
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Farmers plan their crops months in advance, buying fertiliser, seed and sprays throughout the year when prices are competitive. This is the same the world over. The lack of the...
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France hosted the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21), which resulted in the signature of the historic Paris Agreement that was acclaimed as a breakthrough in the fight against climate change,...
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The human tragedy of the recent pandemic is of course colossal, and in reality impossible to appreciate fully. Everybody will be able to relate to a story, whether directly or...
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