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....deed to be in German. Is this correct? Yes. While it is possible to draft a private agreement in a foreign language under certain conditions, documents prepared by a notary must be written in French.

The holding period for calculating real estate capital gains tax starts from the date of the deed of acquisition of the land, not the completion date of the construction works (BOI-RFPI-PVI-20-20). The acquisition price may be increased by construction expenses for their actual amount, provided the works were carried out…

No. Verbal promises are risky. The neighbor may sell, and the new owner could deny access. It’s better to establish a notarized right-of-way. If they refuse, you can go to court (Articles 686 and 682 of the Civil Code).

Could I stil benefit from the capital gains exemption on the sale of my main residence? Yes, but only on the part that constitutes your principal residence. For you to benefit from the capital gains tax exemption, the sale must relate to your principal residence (art. 150 U, II, 1°…

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How does a notarial lease provide greater security?

My spouse and I are German nationals. We are going to buy a house in France from a couple where the husband is also German. The preliminary sale agreement was written in German. The notary tells us it is not possible for the authentic sale ...

My husband and I bought a plot of land and built our second home ourselves. We now want to sell it. For the purpose of calculating the capital gain, which acquisition date should be used? Can the cost of materials be included?

I bought a landlocked property. My neighbor says I can use their access. Is that enough?

I own a property consisting of a main building that I occupy with my family and two independent houses that I rent out on a furnished basis. I plan to sell the property.