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Property News – January

Nicola — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:43:38 +0000

NEW YEAR – GOOD NEWS FOR FRENCH PROPERTY Although the global economic downturn has made the last 18 months hard for the real estate industry, France has benefitted from not having an overpriced market and a system that is more cautious and less gung-ho in terms of lending. Areas such as Aquitaine and Languedoc Roussillon have ridden [...]

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Property People – FG Design

Nicola — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:36:25 +0000

For many buyers and owners finding a reliable and superior design company to help realize their plans is not always easy. FG design is an original and dynamic Interior Architect Studio made up of two sister companies which undertake projects of full design and project management services to complete construction and renovation. The company was created in [...]

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Location Spotlight – Valbonne and Mougins

Nicola — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:07:21 +0000

International spirit meets French Riviera Valbonne and Mougins are both villages which are extremely popular with buyers looking for either a second home or a permanent residence on the Cote d’azur. For many years it has been a favourite destination and it is no wonder- this upmarket area has much to offer. Both the villages are very [...]

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Open the door – The French Country Farmhouse

Nicola — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:52:26 +0000

Rooted in the rural French countryside, or on the edge of a scenic little village, the French country farmhouse opens its wooden, welcoming doors to all who step inside. This ever popular style oozes rustic warmth and its design includes curved arches, soft lines and stonework. Inside, you’ll find wooden beams, plaster walls and stone floors [...]

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Property News – December

Nicola — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:12:04 +0000

DON’T BE S.A.D As the winter months approach for some it is the season to be jolly, head off to the ski slopes and embrace the change in temperature. However, for an increasing number of people, the onset of grey days in the UK and many European countries, trigger serious depressive symptoms. Also known as winter depression [...]

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Open the door – Buying an equestrian property

Nicola — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:11:23 +0000

HORSES FOR COURSES Buying an equestrian property requires careful planning, time and commitment. It is important to know from the outset of what you are looking to do in that a competitive dressage rider or show jumper will have very different needs to someone starting a pony- trekking centre. Attention to detail is crucial, from the [...]

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Property People – Surveyors in France

Nicola — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:07:58 +0000

AND OUR SURVEY SAYS…… Unlike other countries it is not that usual that every buyer in France takes out a survey on the property they are about to invest in. Armed with the standard tests and checks instructed by the notaire on things like, Asbestos and termites, many buyers consider this to be enough. However, [...]

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Location Spotlight – The Caps

Nicola — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:11:05 +0000

IF THE CAP FITS There is something quite magical about standing on the edge of a peninsular, or Cap, looking out across the deep blue sea with only the odd seagull or boat featuring in an otherwise vacant seascape. Across the Mediterranean coastline of southern France, jutting out from the Riviera and Provence Coasts are a [...]

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Property news – October

Nicola — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 09:49:59 +0000

THE SKY’S THE LIMIT An empty canvas, a blank page, they both can become a beautiful masterpiece. The same can be said with renovating an authentic or old building. Your own personal taste can be developed within the property and being involved in a ‘labour of love’ can be extremely satisfying. A great number of [...]

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Open the door – Buying a Golf property

Nicola — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:26:16 +0000

GETTING INTO THE SWING OF THINGS It‘s official – golf is good for your health. It has long been a very enjoyable sport and golf can be highly beneficial to your well being. Walking is the easiest form of exercise; it stimulates the heart and circulates the blood. All medical practitioners agree that fresh air, exercise and [...]

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