Real estate articles in Western Europe, page 2
Research: The impact of loneliness on quality of life, real estate investment, and the global economy
The pandemic and resulting social isolation have brought attention to the issue of loneliness. These events have demonstrated that loneliness is not only oppressive and devastating but also poses a threat to human health. The World Health Organization (WHO) has addressed the issue, and the European Commission has conducted a separate research on the risks and consequences of loneliness.
Top quarters of Nice: where to stay on vacation and buy property
Nice is divided into two large parts by the Paillon River, which now mostly flows underground. The left bank is the oldest part of the city with an architecture style close to Italian Turin outlook. The districts on the right bank loke more like a French city and remind the Baron Osman architecture style.
Mortgage in France: interest rates in 2024
The mortgage market in France is known as one of the most secure and stable in Europe and the world. The banking system of this country controls the fulfilment of the obligations of creditors and borrowers to each other and prevents property bubbles. Even during the global crises of 2008 and 2014, there were no dramatic increases of interest rates and the number of debtors.
Client experience: Buying a penthouse in a green suburb of Paris with the Tranio team
Paris is a city that never goes out of fashion. The capital of France is an architectural benchmark where modern public spaces blend organically with the historic environment and architectural monuments. Its image is glorified in the masterpieces of world art, and Paris is known all over the world as an example of quiet luxury that preserves the values of classic French culture.
Taxes in France
France is a country with a high level of well-being of the population. The social support system is one of the most humane in the European Union. The country is interested in the economic condition of its citizens. A progressive taxation system acts as a guarantor of such social stability and financial security.
Public utilities in France
Public utilities in France are similar to the rest of the EU in terms of the real estate taxation, utility bills and other living expenses. In comparison to other European countries, the cost of living in France is higher than in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, but at the same time, much lower than the cost of living in Northern Europe and Scandinavia.
Top regions of France for property investment in 2024
France is one of the oldest property markets in Europe and the world. Being the second economy in the Eurozone, it provides stability and security for property investors. Buying a house in France is the first step of integration into traditional European society and investing in a long-term connection with its culture and values.
Tranio case: buying a penthouse on the Côte d'Azur in 2023
Despite the global economic instability, the region shows positive dynamics year after year in terms of return on investment. In 2023, buying property on the Côte d'Azur for foreigners remains an available and effective way to make the investments. The Tranio team would like to share the successful experience of our client: the purchase of a penthouse by the sea, near the Principality of Monaco.
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Residence permit in France for financially independent individuals in 2024
A residence permit in France for financially independent foreigners or a visitor's visa is issued for one year and can be renewed indefinitely. Reasons for obtaining this type of residence permit are financial independence and renting or buying property in France.
French property prices by region
The French property market has traditionally been distinguished by stability. Over the years, residential real estate prices in France have steadily been upbeat in Paris, Côte d’Azur, and major cities of the provinces with international airports.
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Residence permit in France
This article explains how to obtain a residence permit in France for a Russian citizen, what difficulties may arise when applying, and what opportunities French residency status offers, especially in times of closed borders.
Statistics: In 2022, Russians bought up thousands of apartments in Turkey, Georgia, and Dubai
The authorities of Turkey and Georgia reported a record number of real estate deals concluded by Russians in these countries during the 12 and 9 months of 2022, respectively. The high activity of buyers from Russia was noted by official sources from Thailand and Spain based on the data on registration of ownership rights in 2022.
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Transnational real estate investment: 2021 year-end results of Tranio’s survey
Cross-border property investors ramped up to or surpassed the pre-COVID-19 level of activity in most countries by the end of 2021.
French citizenship: how to get
In this article we will tell you how foreigners may obtain citizenship in France, who can apply for the country's passport and how to avoid being refused the desired document.
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French nationality law
French citizenship has historically been based on the principle of jus soli (“right of soil”), in contrast to the German definition of nationality through jus sanguinis (“right of blood”).