Do bear in mind that the property market is constantly changing. Whilst we encourage you to make a short-list of our properties to view during your inspection trip, the final selection will be made from the much wider portfolio in the local estate office. In France it is usual practice for the agent to accompany the clients when viewing. This means that an appointment must be made prior to your departure to ensure that our colleagues will be free to look after you. Our offices act independently of each other and some quote an all-inclusive price, others a figure which excludes the legal fees.
Most prices are negotiable.
In France there is no equivalent of the British surveyor. For those who feel the need for a more expert view, however, a local builder can often be a useful source of advice. Once the price has been agreed the way is clear for both the purchaser and vendor to sign the binding preliminary contract which secures the property for you. If the purchase is dependant on a mortgage, a clause is inserted in the agreement allowing refund of the deposit if a suitable loan offer is not forthcoming. They will be able to give impartial advice on those schemes specifically designed for French property purchase as well as on remortgaging an existing UK property.