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After two years of marked slowdown, the French real estate market in 2026 is entering a phase of gradual recovery. Transaction volumes are picking up, prices are stabilizing overall, but the market has fundamentally changed: decisions are more rational, trade-offs more demanding, and property selection more selective.
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You have received several property valuations and you want to entrust the sale of your home to a luxury real estate agent. There is one final step: deciding on your sales strategy and signing the instruction agreement. This agreement forms a contract between you and the agency of your choice. This can be a multiple or sole agency agreement with different terms and conditions. Here is what you need to know about sole agreements and their advantages when it comes to finalising a sale.
The terms château and manor house are often used interchangeably, especially in luxury real estate listings and popular imagination. However, they do not describe exactly the same type of property. Each reflects distinct historical origins, architectural characteristics, and functions. Understanding these differences is not merely a matter of terminology it helps buyers, investors, and heritage enthusiasts better assess a property's maintenance requirements, value appreciation potential, and associated constraints such as renovations, heritage protections, land management, and operating costs.
Living on a houseboat offers a radically different experience from living in an apartment or house. In Paris, on the Seine, but also in Lyon, Toulouse or along the Canal du Midi, a houseboat can provide an unusual living environment, often with generous natural light and a direct connection to the water.
Selling an apartment in Paris is rarely a straightforward transaction. Behind every sale lies a unique combination of market conditions, pricing strategy, legal considerations and buyer expectations. Whether you own a classic Haussmann apartment, a contemporary residence or a pied-à-terre in one of the capital's most desirable neighbourhoods, every decision you make can influence both the final selling price and the time it takes to complete the sale.
French cities, towns and villages are full of an extraordinarily rich historical heritage, a symbol of a long and eventful history. Nowadays, as a result, some homeowners who inherited or acquired their property, may find themselves at the head of a potential historical asset. Manors, castles, mansions or apartments can all be subject to the protection of their heritage by the public authorities. For landlords wishing to have their properties classified as a historical monument, here is a quick guideline that you can refer to.
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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The French real estate market in 2026 is experiencing a more selective phase. After a strong start to the year, rising interest rates, geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty have led buyers and sellers to adopt a more cautious approach. However, the market is far from uniform: Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux and the Côte d’Azur are following different trajectories, while demand for exceptional properties remains resilient.
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