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Introduction to construction

For many of us, embarking on a renovation project, whether in the UK or France, can be a daunting prospect. Some people will have more experience of this than others but taking on a project in a country with different rules and regulations in a foreign language should not be underestimated.

Buying or selling a home in France during times of exchange rate volatility

For those customers who are in the process of buying or selling a property in France, the prolonged Brexit negotiations are not making decisions on how to best handle currency requirements any more straight-forward.

February 27, 2019

Buying a property In France

France is a big country with thousands of properties to choose from, which can lead to an endless hunt! Think about the accessibility and climate of your project and how it will work for you.

February 26, 2019

Brexit info

As the 29th of March is just over one month away, we would like to provide you with some useful addresses and sources of information.

Better Safe than Sorry

A Starters guide to Insurance in France

Whether it is for your French property, your car, you or your family, insurance cover will be on your ‘To Do’ list when purchasing a property in France.

As with Banking there are differences in the way insurance works in France compared to t

Finance 5 TIPS When Investing

In order to maximise your gains and minimise your losses on the financial market read on for some helpful tips.

French Banking, is it really so different to what you are used to in the UK?

Well the answer is 'yes' ! They may not be large differences but just enough to make life complicated if you don’t know about them.

February 15, 2018

A Votre Santé

France is renowned for the quality of its state healthcare system but how do Brits access it, whether visiting their holiday home or moving across the Channel full time? Rachel Johnson reports

Decembrer 12, 2017

Guide to managing your money internationally part 2: cash, cards and cheques

If you live in France, or spend a lot of time there, you may have wondered what the best way is to transfer your money overseas.

Decembrer 11, 2017

Guide to managing your money internationally part 1: bank transfers

If you live in France, or spend a lot of time there, you may have wondered what the best way is to transfer your money overseas.

Novembrer 16, 2017

Teach your children how to manage their money

Would you like to teach your children the meaning of money? Perhaps you would like them to be prepared for the future so they are able to manage their money easily. Here are some tips to help you along!

Novembrer 7, 2017

Consuming less; spending less

You would like to change the way you consume and spend less in the process? Here are a few tips to help you along the way which will not only help you save money, but allow you to do your bit towards saving the planet and being more environmentally friendly.

Octobrer 19, 2017

My partner and I are separating: what are the consequences on my banking services?

A separation provokes important changes to your everyday life and particularly for your banking services: savings, life assurance, loans and mortgages, the management of children’s accounts, what happens to the family home. There are lots of things to be looked at.

Octobrer 8, 2017

The steps to take with your bank following a bereavement

Your bank is there to accompany you through the difficult times that you may have to face and one of the most difficult times in life is when a love one passes away.

September 28, 2017

Which investments to choose in order to pay less tax

Did you know that it was possible to pay less tax through good investment planning? Here is a recap of some of the investments which are particularly tax efficient.

September 22, 2017

Why choose to pay your taxes in monthly installments ?

In France as standard, tax payers’ pay their taxes through a system that enables three payments per year. However, more and more people in France are opting to pay monthly.

August 25, 2017

How to purchase a secondary home on the Côte Fleurie

The decision’s been made: you read our article about the quality of life on the Côte Fleurie and now you’re going to buy your secondary home!

What is the Stock Market?

Do you often hear about the Stock Market on the news and in the papers? You know it’s very important for the country’s economy but the concept remains abstract to you; don’t worry, you aren’t alone!

How to choose your car insurance?

Are you looking for advice to help you choose your car insurance? It all depends on your profile! CA Britline is here to help look at the tricky question of car insurance.

The beneficiary clause: an important element of your life assurance contract

Life assurance enables you to pass on your assets by transferring a sum of money to a dedicated person of your choice.

Funeral financial planning: what you need to know

In 2014, life expectancy in Normandy stands at 75 years old for a man and 84.5 for a woman, slightly lower than the national average. Normandy is however the region where the population has aged the most over the last 5 years. One resident in ten is over the age of 75 (Sources: INSEE, État civil).

Working in Paris and living in Normandy: an audacious choice!

Have you been living and working in Paris for many years and can’t take it much longer? You don’t want to leave your job but would like to live in a more welcoming environment? Why not live in Normandy whilst continuing to work in Paris?

La Côte Fleurie

It is not surprising that tourists visiting Lower Normandy flock to the Côte Fleurie. Offering a beautiful coast with chic seafront villas and perfectly kept gardens.

How to make sure your password is secure

You are used to surfing the Internet all day long. You particularly like checking your bank account online but also chatting with friends via social media.

Peace of mind when purchasing online

Buying online has many advantages. It’s practical, quick and often economical. Nevertheless, you need to be vigilant in order to avoid a nasty surprise. Here are some guidelines to keep in mind when making your online purchases.