Making money from your French property

As in most countries there are laws, rules and regulations governing using your home as a centre for your business. Initially it might be a good idea to invest the time and money in consulting a good French Lawyer who specialises in commercial law and who can advise you on taxes, financial assistance, the law and market related questions. With his help you can assess the viability of your business in the area, find out insurance costs, and investigate what different banks and business development agencies are prepared to offer in the way of loans and other financial assistance. (more…)

Short term rentals are more profitable than long term; they can make up to four times more revenue than a long term rental. This also means that you get to use your property for friends and family when you want to. If you aim to rent out your property for 30 weeks per year that gives you a good, solid dependable income as well as  freeing up your property for your own use and allowing you to maintain your property to a high standard.

The internet is a good place to advertise, placing an ad with one of the many rental websites costs about the same as if you took out an ad with a reputable newspaper and reaches a much wider audience. (more…)