Buying
and Renovating in France
Whether
you are looking for a fun investment, a “bolt-hole” for later years
or new start, owning a property in France can be both pleasurable
and rewarding.
France
still has a great many undiscovered areas and beautiful properties.
It also has plenty of space to construct that perfect dream property;
Prices too, are often a fraction of those in the UK and capital
growth is almost assured.
Buying
/ Renovating at a distance can have its problems and be full of
expensive surprises, especially when you add this to the fact that
the laws are as different as the language; it really makes sense
to have some wise, experienced and local support on your side.
French
Property Matters brings you a wealth of experienced impartial advice,
security and many likely savings. We know what's really involved.
We know the questions to ask and what you need to consider before
making a decision and making commitments.
Below
is a breakdown of the services we offer in the areas of buying a
property and renovating property.
Buying
a property:
As we live
in the Charente Maritime, we know what the area has to offer; which
towns are large and lively and which villages are small and isolated.
We can advise on such things as what activities are in the area
and what helps a property rent out in the summer season.
Having
been through the process a number of times, we are also able to
assist you through every stage, from initial search, through to
viewings, negotiation, purchase and completion. Knowing the process
and speaking the language really helps a great deal.
We can
also help you with property maintenance, marketing and letting of
the property, should you wish.
The best properties do sell very quickly and as such we would suggest
that you register below, so when a property comes onto the market
we can send you the details first, in some cases, even before they
appear locally.
Please
click here
and provide
some simple information that will enable us to see your criteria
and desired location to assist us in finding
you the right property.
The
Services we can assist you with include:
- Property Search
- Arranging and
accompanying during viewings
- Assistance with
Travel
- Details of areas
and facilities
- Relocation Services
Renovating
a property:
At
French Property Matters we are properly registered to complete renovation
projects, however large or small. In conjunction with Artisans from
the region we have completed a number of projects, from simple decoration
to restoring old barns and turning them in to 5 star habitations
with swimming pools.
This
allows you the flexibility required to create your family's custom
home of distinction. Your "Custom Home" possibilities
are endless and we will be with you every step of the way. Our focus
is helping you and your family realize your dream home.
Renovating
a property in France needs careful consideration, as rules, requirements
and costs are as different as the language. Completed correctly
beautiful properties can be created and investment returns can be
good. The team here will work for you, beginning with your site
selection, the design of your custom home, all the way to completion
of your dream.
We
believe in a professional approach to constructing custom homes.
We are professionals who specialise in meeting the housing needs
of other professionals.
For
all of our client projects, we set high standards for workmanship
and work to the PRINCE2 methodology, we also implement strict budget
controls to make sure prices don't escalate out of control. Further
more we spend a great deal of time on-site to make sure things don't
get missed or move away from plan; We also provide detailed regular
project updates, which are inclusive of photographs.
Please
click here
and provide some simple information
that will enable us to provide you with some tailored information
about how we can assist you best.
The
Services we can assist you with include:
Introductory
meeting.
We will
have an initial meeting with yourself to discuss your general requirements
(Topics to include budget considerations, timescale, preliminary
design ideas. etc.). Subsequent meetings during the planning stages
will be arranged as necessary either face to face or by telephone,
email or fax.
Planning
authorities.
We can
liase with respective town halls and government authorities where
applicable and finalise the Preparation and Submission of planning
applications and licences.
Appointing
the tradesmen.
Although
I am fully registered and insured to complete renovation projects,
I work with numerous trusted builders/tradesmen (Artisans) and would
be happy to recommend those with the necessary skills, equipment,
manpower and financial stability to assist in the completion of
your project.
Overall
management.
The project
will be continuously monitored from the date of our appointment
until the project is completed. You will receive regular reports,
these will be supported by photographs (via email).
Free
estimate.
For a free, no obligation estimate of the
overall cost of your proposed project please contact us, so that we
can meet to discuss your exact needs.
Please
click
here and provide some simple
information that will enable us to find you the right property or
development details.
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