IF you have not previously received the UK’s winter fuel allowance, which can be paid to those living in France, then now is the time to get your claim in.
And if you are making a new application, and the forms are received by September 23, you will get the £200 payment in time for Christmas.
I HAVE reviewed a number of books about moving to France which cover buying a home, installing services and a whole range of other important points.
A selection of the most popular books I’ve taken a look at include:
More France Please, We’re British, by Helena Frith Powell.
Au Revoir Angleterre, by Paul Jenner
Guide to Buying Property in France, by Charles Davey
And I have put together a page featuring a range of books that cover many different subjects connected with France.
TODAY Jean-Marc takes us on a tour of the Loire Valley that is well known for its white wine, but it is also home to a special red, the Chinon.
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AT least once a week there is a story in the newspapers of a couple who have sold up and headed to France to ‘live the dream’.
Often they are quite formulaic articles so it is good to see one that offers some useful advice and information, as well as how to steer clear of problems and pit-falls.
IN today’s podcast we take a look at the Rolle grape variety found in the south of France and Corsica.
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THE French government introduced the leaseback scheme over 30 years ago to promote development of accommodation in tourist areas.
The deal is that you get a property at a substantially reduced price, as there is no 19.6pc VAT charge, but you agree to let it through a management company for a number of years.
RENTING a property long-term provides you with a certain security whilst searching for a dream home in France, but finding a place can be tough.
All the books on buying in France recommend renting a place first so that you can get a better idea of an area, and see it outside of just two weeks in the middle of August.
AH, yes. I’m always thrilled if I mention The Mushroom Poisoning to a local, and they respond by saying “I heard”. There’s usually a touch of irony playing about their eyes, writes Gemma Driver.
THE Alliance Française in Manchester celebrated July 14 with a special dance show in a unique location.
HAVE you ever thought of offering your gîte to house-hunters instead of holidaymakers, and so taking the stress of changeovers off your shoulders?