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How the French property purchase process works
A clear look at how the French property purchase process works, from offer and preliminary contract to notaire checks and final signature.
The 10% land transfer tax in Mauritius
A clear look at the 10% land transfer tax now affecting certain Mauritius property transactions involving non-citizen buyers.
The 10% registration duty for non-citizen buyers
A clear look at the 10% registration duty now affecting certain Mauritius property acquisitions by non-citizen buyers.
French Property Taxes for Foreign Buyers and the Legal Framework
Before buying property in France, foreign buyers should understand purchase costs, annual taxes, ownership structures, IFI exposure and resale implications.
Provence Property Market Trends 2025-2026
Provence property market trends in 2025-2026 show renewed confidence, selective demand and distinct dynamics from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence, the Luberon and Alpilles.
What the Mauritius Finance Act 2025 changed for foreign property buyers
What foreign buyers should understand after the Mauritius Budget 2025-2026 and Finance Act 2025, from higher duties to purchase timing.
Mauritius property changes from 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, foreign buyers in Mauritius should review the 10% registration duty framework, transaction scope and timing before buying.
Branded Residences in Mauritius
Explore branded residences in Mauritius, where private ownership meets resort services, design-led living and refined island ownership.
Is Provence a Good Property Investment?
Provence is a strong property investment, but not every market within the region follows the same logic. From Luberon to Marseille, long-term value depends on choosing the right asset and location.
Buying Beachfront Property in Mauritius
Beachfront property in Mauritius should be chosen according to property type, access, services, rental use Beachfront property in Mauritius should be chosen according to property type, access, services, rental use and how the buyer intends to use the home.
Buying Property in the Luberon Villages
A refined look at how different Luberon villages shape different ways of buying, living and owning in Provence, from more social addresses to quieter, more grounded settings.
Living the Provence Lifestyle
Provence lifestyle is more than scenery. It lives through villages, vineyards, market days, long lunches, crafts, culture and a slower rhythm that gives the South of France its enduring appeal.
Mas, Bastide or Villa in Provence
In Provence, a mas, a bastide and a villa are not interchangeable. Each expresses a distinct relationship to land, architecture, atmosphere and the art of living in the South.
Buying Property via an SCI in France
Buying property via an SCI in France can be useful for joint ownership, long-term holding and succession planning, but it also changes the legal and tax framework of the acquisition.
Buying Property in Provence
Buying property in Provence is about choosing the right setting, property type and ownership structure for how the buyer intends to use the home over time.
Mauritius Property Market for Foreign Investors
An overview of the Mauritius property market for foreign investors, with a focus on premium locations, market structure and the factors shaping long-term desirability.
Where to Buy Property in Mauritius
Discover where to buy property in Mauritius through the island’s most desirable regions, from lively northern hubs to calmer, more spacious settings shaped by lifestyle and long-term fit.
Retire in Mauritius
Retiring in Mauritius is about choosing the right property, location and level of day-to-day ease to support the years ahead.
Living in Mauritius as a Foreigner
Discover how living in Mauritius as a foreigner can take shape through the right property, location and residential environment, from second homes to longer-term living.
Buying property in Mauritius as a foreign investor
Buying property in Mauritius as a foreign investor requires understanding the authorised legal routes, residency implications, approval process, costs and key transaction timing points.
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