The Legalities of Renting Out Your French Property on Airbnb: Whether you own a holiday home, gîte, apartment or spare room, renting out property in France through Airbnb can be an excellent way to generate additional income by renting out your French property. However, many property owners are surprised to discover that short-term holiday rentals … Read more
May 2026 Heatwave in France – what you need to know before you head to the beach. France has more than 5,500 km of coastline, thousands of monitored bathing areas, and some of the most famous beaches in Europe. But not all beaches are equal when it comes to water quality, safety, facilities or local … Read more
From September 2026, France begins the nationwide rollout of compulsory electronic invoicing (“facturation électronique”) for businesses. If you are an English-speaking auto-entrepreneur in France, this change will affect you — even if you are not VAT registered and even if you only run a small freelance business. (ClearTax) There is still a lot of confusion … Read more
🇫🇷 French Nationality: Born in France to British Parents If you were born in France to British parents, it’s easy to assume you’re automatically French. Unfortunately, it’s not quite that simple……… French nationality law is a bit more nuanced — but the good news is that many people in this situation can become French at … Read more
Buying a home or starting a project in France can feel exciting… until the paperwork starts. Suddenly you’re faced with unfamiliar terms, multiple applications, and rules that seem stricter than expected. Many expats assume they can “just get started” — but in France, that’s where problems begin. This guide breaks down the four key planning … Read more
Financial Help for Working People in France: Struggling Financially in France? You might be entitled to the Prime d’Activité payment. Living in France isn’t cheap—and if you’re working but still finding it hard to make ends meet, you’re not alone. What many expats don’t realise is that there’s a monthly benefit designed exactly for this … Read more
Feeling overwhelmed by French administration? You are far from alone.If you need admin help in the Mayenne, we can help! Living in France can be a wonderful experience — peaceful countryside, slower pace of life, and strong local communities. But for many English speakers living in the Mayenne (Département 53), one thing consistently causes stress: … Read more
How to cancel a Phone or Internet Contract in France – Cancelling a phone or internet contract in France should be simple. In practice, it can turn into a long and frustrating process—especially when the provider keeps billing you for a service that does not work properly, ignores complaints, or misses repair appointments. At Help … Read more
Scam Emails in France: how to spot them, and report them. Scam emails in France are becoming more sophisticated, more convincing and more targeted. They often look official, use familiar names such as ANTAI or Urssaf, and are designed to make people panic before they stop to think. At Help in France, we regularly help … Read more
Is it cheaper to DIY, hire someone, or buy a robot mower? Owning a second home in France sounds idyllic — until you arrive and the first thing waiting for you is a lawn that needs cutting. For many expats, the issue is not whether they can mow the lawn themselves. It is whether they … Read more