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1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.

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All information provided is believed to be current and provided free of charge. No liability can be accepted for the reliability of the information and statements made as this is obtained from 3rd parties. We always recommend you take legal advice from a fully qualified Lawyer or Notary before buying a property overseas.

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Lovely rural property with a main house, 3 gites, outbuildings, swimming pool and even its own truffle farm, set in almost 5 acres of land. The main house has been completely renovated and has un......

678,400 EURREF: 246270

Magnificent 2 bedroom apartment situated on the top floor of a prestigious residence in Les Arcs, with services including a swimming pool. With remarkable high ceilings and a bright and spacious l......

430,000 EURREF: 246252

Charming apartment located in a luxury residence in Les Arcs, with a communal swimming pool and wellness area. With a living area of 38m2, features include a large bedroom, bathroom, fitted kitch......

320,000 EURREF: 246251

Excellent income and lifestyle opportunity with this enchanting group of three stone houses, set in half a hectare of land in a rural setting in between Ardeche and Gard, on the edge of the forest......

540,000 EURREF: 246237

Beautifully presented, bright and spacious 3 bedroom apartment, with approximately 122m2 of living space, ideally located in Val Thorens, which is Europe's highest skiing resort. Spread over 4 fl......

1,620,000 EURREF: 246205

Delightful 6 bedroom property in a picturesque setting with easy access to Saint Emilion, Libourne and Bordeaux and offering revenue potential. The 250m2 stone house with swimming pool is situate......

550,000 EURREF: 246107

Great opportunity to own a well maintained manor house, plus a separate house that can also be used as 5 self-contained gites, if required and subject to necessary permissions, set within a vast pl......

1,588,000 EURREF: 246070

A great opportunity to purchase a turnkey business with scope to increase turnover with this delightful rural property that comprises two homes and 2 fishing lakes, all set within 10 acres of beaut......

404,255 EURREF: 245917

Magnificent fortified house dating back to the Seventeenth Century , with a beautiful set of Quercy stone outbuildings located on an exceptional site, in the middle of 25 acres of meadows and woodl......

998,000 EURREF: 245910

Beautifully and tastefully renovated 3 storey, 8 bedroom historical South facing property with pool and garden, enjoying uninterrupted countryside views from its location near all amenities in Ille......

535,000 EURREF: 245804

Wonderful opportunity to acquire an outstanding, beautifully restored 9 bedroom, 18th century neo-classical French Chateau with outbuildings, nestling in over 22 acres of glorious land with mature......

1,670,212 EURREF: 245799

Income Potential 10 bedroom Commercial for sale in Le Chaffal, Rhone-Alpes

Exciting lifestyle and income opportunity with this former holiday camp, steeped in history, beautifully located in the heart of the Vercors massif and 45 minutes from the TGV station. Set in over......

595,000 EURREF: 245706

Character 14 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Breteuil sur Iton, Normandy

Full of character and charm and with a total of 14 bedrooms and bathrooms, this magnificent estate includes a 17th Century Chateau and is ideally situated in a quiet setting in Breteuil sur Iton, a......

1,470,000 EURREF: 245699

Immaculate 7 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Faye l'Abbesse, Poitou-Charentes

Beautifully presented throughout and set in a quiet setting within around 1 hectare of land with a swimming pool and stunning views towards the village of Faye l'Abbesse, where there are shops and ......

424,000 EURREF: 245693

Income Producing 2 bedroom Apartment for sale in Le Chantel, Les Arcs, Rhone-Alpes

Very nice 2 bedroom apartment in a four star tourist residence with balcony and panoramic views of the mountains. The 55 m2 property includes 2 bedrooms, bathroom, equipped kitchen, living room, ......

420,000 EURREF: 245473

Luxury 8 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view and panoramic view views in Grasse, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

Superb luxury property sitting in 2.8 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds with pool, tennis court and providing an exceptional living environment. This magnificent Aixoise bastide has been buil......

7,900,000 EURREF: 245468

Income Producing 9 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with panoramic and countryside views in Luc en Diois, Rhone-Alpes

Spacious 9 bedroom property featuring a main residence, 4 gites and a pool set in 5 acres of land in peaceful setting, between Die and the Hautes Alpes. This charming property currently provides ......

795,000 EURREF: 245375

Income Producing 9 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Bersac sur Rivalier, Limousin

Beautifully situated 'maison de maitre' with two additional large and successful gites. Situated in the most picturesque village and offering a mainline station a short walk away, this house and ......

458,450 EURREF: 245373

Character 9 bedroom House for sale with lake or river view and panoramic view views in Duravel, Midi-Pyrenees

Full of character and charm, this superb 9 bedroom stone built property, which will be sold fully furnished as seen (except for some personal items), including cars, vans, fully furnished professio......

1,680,000 EURREF: 245369

Income Producing 7 bedroom Farmhouse for sale with countryside view in Rieux Volvestre, Midi-Pyrenees

Bright and spacious renovated farmhouse, set in over 66 acres of land with far reaching views to the Pyrenees. This 7 bedroom property provides flexible accommodation and is an ideal place to get ......

750,000 EURREF: 245238

Income Producing 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Excideuil, Aquitaine

Charming Nineteenth Century French chateau, sympathetically renovated, with swimming pool and set in 2 acres of land. Previously owned by the same family for over 150 years, the property is loca......

1,498,100 EURREF: 245237

Income Producing 24 bedroom Hotel for sale with countryside view in Agen, Aquitaine

Luxuriously renovated 24 bedroom hotel with two restaurants nestling in 8 acres of glorious landscaped gardens with expansive pool, while enjoying wonderful countryside views from its peaceful loca......

2,288,000 EURREF: 245205

9 bedroom Manor House for sale with Income Potential in Valence, Poitou-Charentes

Versatile and spacious 9 bedroom Maison de Maitre with income potential in a pretty riverside village with bar/restaurant, just 10 minutes from the town of Mansle in the Charente. This 350m2 pro......

396,900 EURREF: 244998

5 bedroom B and B for sale with Income Potential in Tocane Saint Apre, Aquitaine

Charming character property with 5 bedrooms and pool created from the original mill building, in a pretty rural situation close to Tocane Saint Apre. An imposing stone built home comes with livi......

477,000 EURREF: 244996

Income Producing 4 bedroom Complex for sale with countryside view in Tournon d'Agenais, Aquitaine

Nestling in over 6 acre of glorious land with gardens and pool, is this magnificent Quercy house with guest house, enjoying far reaching countryside views from their peaceful location near Tournon ......

998,000 EURREF: 244939

Income Producing 13 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Quinson, Cote d'Azur French Riviera

Charming Provencal farmhouse with gites and B&B rooms in a beautiful setting, surrounded by fields and lavender, close to the Gorges du Verdon and its lakes. This authentic stone property of appro......

1,157,500 EURREF: 244903

Grand 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Coulaures, Aquitaine

A prestige property for those seeking historical authenticity, free of heavy exterior renovation and faithfully planned traditional interior improvements without the necessity of undoing many recen......

1,260,000 EURREF: 244885

Bright 3 bedroom Apartment for sale in Megeve, Rhone-Alpes

Inviting 3 bedroom garden-level apartment, ideally situated within a fully renovated residence right in the heart of Megeve. With a generous living area of 87m2: features include 2 double bedrooms......

1,780,000 EURREF: 244818

Income Producing 16 bedroom Complex for sale with countryside view in Sarlat la Caneda, Aquitaine

Wonderful opportunity to acquire a charming 3 bedroom house and 7 independent gites, all nestling in 5.5 acres of glorious land with pool, gardens and large barn, enjoying far reaching countryside......

979,000 EURREF: 244665

Character 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with panoramic view and countryside view views in Duras, Aquitaine

Peacefully located amongst vineyards and yet only a few minutes drive from the popular town of Duras with a weekly market, shops and bar/restaurants, this beautifully refurbished 8 bedroom stone bu......

825,000 EURREF: 244613

Character 7 bedroom house for sale with countryside view and panoramic view views in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

Stunning 7 bedroom property, which is ideally located in a quiet setting amongst the rolling hills of south Charente, on the edge of woodland, yet just a few minutes from Barbezieux Saint Hilaire a......

477,000 EURREF: 244612

Modern 2 bedroom Apartment for sale in Courchevel, Rhone-Alpes

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