THE process of buying a property in France is quite straight forward, if you have an understanding of the process involved.

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I’M a big fan of the French adventures of Telegraph columnist Michael Wright, and this week’s piece will make many property renovators smile.

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Update: Number change for France Telecom’s English language helpline

GETTING a phone installed in your French property will be high on your to-do list.

But help is at hand with France Telecom’s English language service that allows you to call, toll-free, for advice and assistance.

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IF you buy a property at auction in France not only can the sale process be completed in under a fortnight, but you may pick up a bargain.

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THE completion of the sale of a property in France is undertaken by the notaire using an Acte de Vente, or deed of sale.

The signing of this important document will take place in the notaire’s office, but first you should make sure of a few things.

First be happy that all the clauses/conditions suspensives have been satisfied from your Compromis de Vente.

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UNDERSTANDING some of the legal aspects of life in France can be a challenge to many people.

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IF you have found a property that fits the bill the next few steps are vitally important.

Agreeing a purchase price will be your first move and don’t go down the path of dodging tax by under-declaring the figure.

Although the French love nothing more than a bit of tax evasion if the authorities find out you face a hefty fine and even a prison term.

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IF you have decided on an area of France, and are keen to buy, obviously finding the right property is going to be your biggest challenge.

You will know what you are looking for, but snapping up the first thing you see that closely matches, might well be the wrong move.

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SIGNING the final deed, or Acte de Vente, takes place in the notaire’s office and often both the buyer and seller are present.

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