Property Buying Guides
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Everything you need to know about buying property on the French Riviera. From the step-by-step buying process to legal structures and tax implications.
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Guides are educational. Rules and timelines vary by property, bank and notary.
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Start with the buying process to understand timelines, roles (buyer, seller, agent, notaire), and typical risks. Then explore legal structures (SCI, ownership options) and costs (taxes, fees, ongoing expenses). Each guide is written to be practical: what to do, what to ask, and what to verify.
- If you are buying remotely: focus on due diligence and document checks.
- If you plan renovations: read about building rules, copropriété constraints, and permits.
- If you need a clear budget: use the taxes & costs guides to estimate total acquisition cost.
Complete Guide to Buying Property in France (2026)
After terms are agreed, a compromis/promesse de vente is signed with a 5-10% deposit, the notaire performs legal checks, the buyer has 10 business days to withdraw from receipt of the notaire's notice, and completion usually follows about two months later at the acte authentique.
Read GuideComplete Guide to Buying Property in Monaco (2026)
After the seller accepts your offer, a compromis de vente is signed with a 10% deposit held by the notaire. Unlike France, Monaco has no cooling-off period, making the commitment binding immediately. Completion typically takes about 1 week.
Read GuideBuy Property in France with Crypto (2026 Guide)
You can buy property in France with crypto by converting to EUR via a regulated provider and completing standard notary checks. Taxes usually apply to gains at conversion, not to your entire holdings—outcome depends on residency and acquisition history.
Read GuideCrypto Legal Framework in France (PSAN & AML) — 2026
In France, a crypto-funded purchase usually means converting to EUR via a regulated provider and completing standard notary and AML checks. Smooth closings depend on a clear conversion path and a strong source-of-funds package.
Read GuideMonaco vs France for Crypto-Funded Property (2026)
Monaco and France differ, but outcomes hinge on tax residency, where conversion happens, and how EUR reaches the notary. Treat it case by case and align the plan with qualified advisors.
Read GuidePSAN Providers for Crypto-to-EUR Conversion (2026)
Regulated providers help produce a clear conversion trail for banks and notaries. A good PSAN workflow improves compliance, reduces delays, and aligns EUR settlement with the notary calendar.
Read GuideRental & Fees in Crypto-Funded Deals (France, 2026)
In France, rent and agency fees are typically settled in EUR and crypto is not legal tender. Even with crypto-origin funds, compliance and documentation are required to satisfy banks and notaries.
Read GuideCrypto Source-of-Funds Checklist for French Property (2026)
Most delays in crypto-funded purchases come from weak source-of-funds documentation. A good pack proves ownership, acquisition history, transaction trail, and a regulated conversion path to EUR—requirements vary by bank and notary.
Read GuideStablecoin Strategy for Buying Property in France (2026)
Stablecoins can simplify timing and reduce price volatility, but they do not remove tax or compliance duties. In France the key is still the gain at conversion and a documented EUR settlement path.
Read GuideCrypto Taxes in France (PFU 30% on Gains) — 2026
In France, PFU 30% typically applies to crypto capital gains when converting to EUR, not to the full amount. With stablecoins, taxable gain may be minimal if there is no appreciation. Final treatment depends on residency and acquisition history.
Read GuideSCI Structure: Complete Guide for International Buyers
SCI is a civil company for holding property in France. An offer/PRMS can be signed in a personal name with the right to substitute an SCI; a 5-10% deposit is held by the notaire, withdrawal is 10 days from notice, and the deal typically completes in about two months.
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