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Is buying a castle in France a good investment?

France is a country with a unique architectural heritage as it features more than 40,000 castles across its entire territory. In fact, many people cherish the dream of owning one of them and live the fantasy lord life. However, even if the acquisition of such a property is no longer exclusively confined to the wealthiest, it is appropriate to ask the right questions before going for this kind of project that is anything but trivial.

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Buying a castle to renovate

Buying a castle may seem like an unattainable dream. And yet, as long as you are willing to undertake the sometimes major renovation work, it is possible to become a castle owner at any price. Enough to make old stone lovers happy, whatever their budget.

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Engel & Völkers real estate agency in Passy, Paris 16th district

Located in the heart of the Passy area at 16 rue Jean Bologne (in front of the Passy Plaza shopping center), our team of 30 real estate agents welcome you in the 16th district from Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 19:30 and Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00. How to get to your Engel & Völkers Passy real estate agency.

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Engel & Völkers, your real estate partner in Nice

Nice, renowned throughout the world for its famous Promenade des Anglais, has long attracted artists and the European elite. Our luxury real estate agents will give you a better insight into this popular destination when buying or selling your dream property.

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Buying real estate in France as a foreigner

It is entirely possible to invest in real estate in France if you are not a French National. However, even if there are no restrictions to this, it is helpful to know the ins and outs of this procedure in advance. So, what are the steps to follow when buying real estate in France as a foreigner?

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The most important real estate laws in France

Pinel's Law, Carrez's Law, Alur's Law, these names seem familiar to us, without us sometimes knowing what they mean. These various laws generally bear the name of the minister who passed them. However, when it comes to real estate, each new political majority brings its own ideas, each new presidency wants to innovate. Indeed, real estate is a theme that affects all French people, all of whom are concerned at a given moment by the purchase or rental of a property, whether it is an apartment or a house. Here is a quick overview of four emblematic laws in the real estate sector.

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Paris Olympics 2024

From July 26 to August 11, 2024, the city of Paris is hosting the Olympic Games! A great moment of union and communion between different nations. Spectators will be able to watch the various events in the capital's emblematic venues: exceptional moments in an extraordinary setting! A sublimated version of the City of Light will be on offer to the lucky participants in this event, starting with the opening ceremony, a free spectacle that will take place on the Seine.

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Engel & Völkers France

170 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré

75008 Paris

Tel: +33145643030