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
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
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
The 18th Birthday Brexit Surprise: A Cautionary Tale for British Families concerning post-Brexit residency in France for children turning 18. For most teenagers, turning 18 is a milestone celebrated with parties and newfound freedom. But for children of British citizens living in France under the Withdrawal Agreement (WA), it can trigger an unexpected and stressful … Read more
Many people in France experience long delays or unexplained interruptions to their CAF benefits. Repeated phone calls, unanswered messages, and vague responses like “your file is under review” can quickly become exhausting — and unproductive. If you have a CAF problem in France, I can help.