With the markets in turmoil, property prices in flux and Sterling falling against the Euro, but still riding high against the Dollar, anyone intending to buy property overseas would be forgiven for getting the jitters. In the last eight months a European property priced at ?200,000 has become ?24,677.40 more expensive to a British [...]
We cannot miss this opportunity to blow our own trumpet. We know how good our Private Sales service is - but when we get a glowing review we cannot resist the chance to publicise it.
Thanks Dazzo - here is his review from the British Expat Discussion Forum
“Hiya, we have just borrowed money of the folks [...]
Instead of waiting until you arrive at the airport, having the inconvenience of queuing plus the added cost of getting charged between 6-10% on the exchange rate, HiFX Travel Money Online will make your money go further.
Order your travel money online with HiFX and you will not only receive excellent exchange rates but your [...]
We have regional guides to France - to help you decide where to buy!
We have a new writer who has a wry sense of humour - so you can learn and enjoy at the same time!
Some extracts:
France Regional Guides
Writing about Provence (PACA): “The Alps of Provence are home to the marmot, a 5kg mountaineering hamster, [...]
We have just started a new section on 1st for French Property: French Businesses for Sale
We often get asked - “how can we move to France but also earn an income?” “We love France but we cannot afford to retire yet - have you any suggestions?”
So in the new Business section we have [...]
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The weak pound sterling / euro exchange rate could be used to your advantage, according to foreign exchange specialists HiFX.
Mark Bodega, Director of HiFX, says “Most buyers work to a budget and changes in the euro/sterling exchange rate have therefore led to people reviewing what properties they can afford”.
If you are really keen on a [...]
Investment Property in France
If you have a holiday home or investment property in France - it could be a good time to sell. The euro has strengthened against most currencies. For example, it has changed from 1.48 to 1.24 euros to the pound in the last six months.
So just from a currency angle, you could [...]
New research shows that the 2 million University students in France are finding it difficult to find accommodation.
Developers are already investing into this new market: for example, Gecina Group acquired 4 new student residences at ???28.5 million. Icade purchased a majority holding in developer Opera to add 600 - 800 new rooms per year.
The French [...]
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