Steve Roberts

Looks like a part time job for me then! http://www.french-property.com/newsletter/2007/12/14/    

Seems to be working fine now: http://www.french-property.com/newsletter/2007/11/5/ Steve

I have just received my usual IFP newsletter, which seems to suggest there may be concessions for those with a major illness.   http://www.french-property.com/newsletter/2007/10/1/   Steve

Hi, I would carry out extensive research before deciding to buy a French gite/b&b business.  In recent years this market has become somewhat over saturated in certain regions. If you do take the plunge then I recommend differentiating yourself from the 1000s of  similar businesses already operating in France.  Steve

Hi, On Friday I received details of a free advertising offer for rental properties on IFP. There are details on the IFP website, the offer is availble to people renting properties in France and lasts for 12 months. I hope this helps. Steve

Lots of helpful replies and informative advice. This will be my second purchase in France so a private sale is very tempting for the financial benefits. I pursue the private sale route and check out the local notaires office aswell. Many thanks Steve

Hi Pierre, I would also suggest IFP, I am currently looking at private property sales in France and I have found a good selection on their website. I hope this helps. Steve

Hi, I have been browsing french property websites and I have seen a few interesting private sale properties on IFP and FPL. The lack of agency commission has interested me but I am concerned about the difficulty in buying direct from a vendor without agency representation. My french is ok, so language shouldn't be too much of a problem. Instead I am unsure of the buyer and seller roles in a private purchase. Does anyone have any advice from personal experience or links to good information specific to private sales in France. The only info I have so far found online is the general purchase info found in the IFP Guides: http://www.french-property.com/guides/france/purchase-real-estate/legal/ All help gratefully received. Thanks Steve