WHY BUY? FRANCE? WHY BUY IN
Make this the year your French property dreams finally come true! Karen Tait runs through some of the reasons why a home in France is so appealing
P
erhaps you’ve been dreaming of owning a home in France for years, maybe you’re just starting to explore the idea. But there are many compelling reasons to consider
buying a French property this year.
THE PRICE IS RIGHT Many British and other overseas buyers fi rst start thinking about putting down some roots in France while on holiday, oſt en when they look in estate agency windows and are pleasantly surprised by the aff ordability of property in such attractive areas. Once home, they head online to the property portals and discover more about what their budget can buy them. French properties are particularly good
value in rural areas and small market towns, where you get more space and land for your money. Even in popular places like Provence or the Dordogne, you may fi nd good deals, especially if you're buying a
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second home or investing in a renovation project. Indeed, that’s another reason to buy in France – there are still many opportunities to restore traditional French properties such as farmhouses, cottages or even châteaux, and create your dream home in a picturesque setting. In recent years, mortgage interest rates
in France have been low compared to other European countries, attractive for those looking to buy a property with a loan. Furthermore, at the time of writing, the pound is at its highest level against the euro for two and a half years, and the dollar is also performing strongly against the euro. Small changes in currency exchange rates can make a big diff erence to the amount a property actually costs, and at present, it’s in British buyers’ favour.
MAKE YOUR PROPERTY PAY If you’re buying a holiday home, you have the option to rent it out when you’re not using it,
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