The Journal
Essays, guides, and the occasional note.
Short pieces on French property, life, tax, and the practical business of moving to France. Written by the team, not by a content farm.
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Where to Live in Paris as an Expat: A Neighbourhood-by-Neighbourhood Guide
A neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood guide for international residents choosing where to land in Paris.
Buying Property in France: The Complete Guide for Foreign Buyers
A complete walkthrough of the French property-buying process for international buyers: legal, fiscal, and practical.
The True Cost of Living in France in 2026: What Expats Should Budget
A realistic look at the cost of expat life in France in 2026 - housing, schools, healthcare, daily budget.
Paris Real Estate Prices in 2026: Arrondissement by Arrondissement
Our 2026 cross-section of Paris prices by arrondissement, with the segments we see moving and why.
Renting an Apartment in France as a Foreigner: Everything You Need to Know
The full French rental process for foreign applicants - dossier, guarantors, viewings, move-in.
Best Neighbourhoods in Lyon for Expats: Where to Live in 2026
A neighbourhood guide for internationals landing in Lyon - where to live, and why.
French Property Taxes Explained for Foreign Owners
Taxe foncière, IFI, capital gains for non-residents - the fiscal map for foreign property owners in France.
Setting Up Home in France: What You Need to Buy When Moving In
The move-in shopping list: utilities, insurance, furniture, and the small purchases nobody warns you about.
Nice vs Marseille: Which South of France City Is Right for You?
Two cities, two very different lifestyles on the Mediterranean. Our honest take.
Employee Relocation to France: A Complete Guide for Companies
A practical playbook for HR teams relocating international employees to France.
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