Blog

In our blog property owners share their knowledge of buying, owning and selling property abroad. This is an extremely useful resource for both property buyers and sellers. Learn what it's really like to live abroad, learn what to expect when making the transition, understand the buying and selling process and discover common pitfalls. Browse their articles below.

Living In Madeira
Living In Madeira
The perfect retirement spot for Brits?
By Alex & Jan Green
It doesn't fit
It doesn't fit
By Mike Welham
French banks
French banks
Useful information and the quirks of the French banking system
By Mike Welham
French shops and business opening hours
French shops and business opening hours
The need for planning and adopting a more leisurely approach to life
By Mike Welham
Little shop vs. big store
Little shop vs. big store
Mike shares his experience of the shopping system in France
By Mike Welham
Public transport in France
Public transport in France
In rural France there is no local public bus/coach service
By Mike Welham
Location, Location & Lascaux!
Location, Location & Lascaux!
Factors to consider when choosing where to buy your property in France
By Judie Burman
Buying privately
Buying privately
Reasons to buy and sell privately and some information on the selling process in France
By Judie Burman
Access in Rural France
Access in Rural France
Check the small print - who has access to your land?
By Mike Welham
French Ways
French Ways
A poem by Celia Paris
By Celia Paris