Lori
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Being American, I'm left with no choice. I have to vote for a half dead man to attempt to keep a total lunatic out of the White House.
Happy ... NO.
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Yes, the house we bought here in the Dordogne would have sold for a MINIMUM of 500,000€ in the Vaucluse (where we were initial looking in 2021/2022). Once we finish all the work here, it would sell for a minimum of 700,000€ in the Vaucluse.
Can't address the work or schooling issue, but no one complains about either here so far. Most complain about having TOO much work. There seems to be a lot of extra-curricular activities for school kids. I see all the info in our weekly/monthly/quarterly newsletters.
Husband is amazed that there is a very good tennis club within 3 kms of the house (we live in a fairly rural area) with indoor and outdoor courts. Plus the other neighboring towns have very active tennis clubs. So, he signs up for endless tennis tournaments all around the area, all year round.
I thought you weren't going to stay in France?
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I saw that house on the market. I think its been on the market for a while.
I actually think it is overpriced. However, if you have a budget of 500,000€ you should be able to find something quite nice in the Dordogne.
I don't know why prices are lower here than many other areas of France. We did a good bit of research on different regions of France before we bought here (in the Dordogne) and yes, it seem you can get more for your money here. There were a few other regions that had similar prices, but the weather was a drawback and the areas didn't seem as attractive.
Be careful here regarding medical care. We found it almost impossible to find doctors/dentists/GYN's that will accept new patients. I still haven't found a GYN within a 1.5 hour drive that is taking new patients.
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7 minutes ago, anotherbanana said:
The fresh meat sold in some French supermarkets is very low quality, particularly the beef and lamb
Agree 1000%. We now buy from our local butcher in our tiny town. His sources are made very clear and his products are some of the best I have ever tasted. It helps that his prices are incredibly competitive. He just opened shop last April, so I do hope he stays.
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Yep, unable to connect yesterday. No indication, at the time, as to why.
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Thank you Norman. Saved for future use. 🙂
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I'll add to ALBF's comment about the budget. I have never seen any property in the towns (or near them) the OP has mentioned at 80k€
Even in very rural areas, that would be a tough budget and, if found, would likely be a pile of rocks (figure of speech).
Have a look on the usual sites: seloger, leboncoin, etc. Also, be careful on any site if you see something that seems too good to be true. These sites get hijacked often.
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So glad.
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8 minutes ago, ssomon said:
How unusual.
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Hard for me to figure out how ANYONE could think a chateau would not be a money pit.
Wouldn't consider it.
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I know how you feel Menthe. I find it all extremely depressing. And I think if the Supreme Court allows Mr. Trump to remain on the ballots, he has a strong chance of getting elected. What that says about the American voters is very worrying.
Yes, it is easy to turn off the news, but I have never been able to do that for very long. I feel an obligation to know a little of what is going on in the world. Sad as it may be.
I try to remain happy in my small bubble here.
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Happy New Year ET. Glad to hear your update.
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Enjoy your day ALBF. The after holiday diet can wait another day. 🙂
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Happy New Year. I hope the World calms down this year. We can always hope.
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Well said Henry, well said.
Happy New Year to us all.
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Oh your birthday is tomorrow ALBF. Enjoy ! Even if you are in France (assuming you are). 🙂
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I do wonder what happened to the great many who used to post regularly. Where are they? Are they happy, healthy, dead?
We're plugging along in our new (for us) region. Had a Sanglier in our garden last week. We have a closed garden. He must have come in when the portail was open (it automatically closes after 1.5 minutes). At least we got to meet our immediate neighbors, kinda.
They left us a note in our mailbox and buzzed the bell (then left). Their note advised us of the visitor. We had no idea. He apparently made his departure when the portail was opened for husband to go play tennis. Again, it is opened when we are still in the garage, so not looking. So, he must have been here around 4 hours. He left his markings.
I put a note in neighbor's mailbox thanking them and leaving my cell number in the event they ever wanted to contact us. Next morning, she sent me a video of the Sanglier in our garden....
So now, at least, I've met my neighbor, kinda. 🙂
Happy posting in 2024 everyone.
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Yes, Happy & Safe Holidays to you all.
Daughter is visiting for the holidays and that is always nice. Dreary weather, but it makes you appreciate the sunshine when it arrives. 🙂
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Hello Rose 🙂
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What a sweet old face.
Heartbreaking.
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Yes, time comes to an end for all of us, somewhere - sometime. Could be tomorrow.
We put our desires in writing to make it easier on each other as we grow old. And easier for our family members (once we're gone) and perhaps the medical professionals who may intervene to care for one or both of us. We were also advised that we should put our desires in writing while we were 'of sound mind.'
To each his own.
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Yes, I've heard of people doing this. For me, I think it would provoke a heart attack from the shock. 🙂
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25 minutes ago, alittlebitfrench said:
I don’t think that those moving to France ever have a plan for when time runs out.
We do. A Living Will & Trust all laid out. No questions to ask.
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Oh no Menthe, no way on earth for me. I hate being cold. Could never wash my hair in cold water.
I'm glad it seems to be helping your breathing. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Trump !
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Nah, old, white men have been running the U.S. since the dawn of time.