Buying French Property by Oliver Phillips
Copyright © March 14, 2005 Oliver Phillips
If you're looking for that special property in France, here are 8 quick tips that might help you on your way.
- Get Photos & Information before you view the property. You can cut down on wasted trips and expense this way.
- Consider looking for property in areas that you haven't previously visited and are not familiar with. Certain areas command premiums only because they are widely known.
- Consider your purchase thoroughly. As with any purhcase, buying without proper thought can result in unexpected costs.
- Get to know the area before you buy. Talk to people who have already purchased their home, holiday in the area, or even rent for a period.
- Meet the neighbours before you finalise your decision. Get to know them. As with any property purchase, your neighbours will be a part of your life once you've moved in to your new property.
- Negotiate. Contact a local valuer to get an impartial opinion.
- Consider taking independent legal advice, through another notary or a UK based specialist. The vendor instucts the notary who acts in the sale of the property. They are acting in the conveyance of the title, but not for either side.
- Just as in the UK get the property inspected by a qualified buildings surveyor.
About the Author
Oliver Phillips works for PFS France www.propertyforsalefrance.co.uk/ a business that helps French property owners advertise and sell, and potential buyers find, some of the finest and best cared for traditional French properties available.
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