Paris Estate of Mind

Gail and Marie have talked a lot about different things in Paris but have never really talked about the different areas, or arrondissements, or even how Paris is laid out. Are you rive gauche or rive ...

10 Okt 202227min

Following up on our previous episode about diagnostics, we wanted to mention something very important that has happened recently in France. There are new laws that will change whether or not someone c...

3 Okt 202224min

If you’ve ever thought of renting, purchasing, or selling a place in France, you’ll need to know what a 'diagnostics report' is. When you see a doctor for a check up, she will give you different tests...

26 Sep 202222min

At the end of each season, we like to answer questions we have been asked by our listeners. We hope you learn some important and useful things and don't forget to submit questions for future episodes ...

18 Apr 202229min

What is the owner required to do in terms of work and what should the renter allow? And what if work goes on longer than expected? Can a renter ask for compensation or rent reductions? Can they just s...

11 Apr 202227min

Don't even THINK of using duct tape to 'repair' something and don't expect your guests to shower in a mouldy bathroom - would you want to? These are just some of the things you need to consider. Our a...

4 Apr 202220min

This is very important! Make sure you are using someone who has a registered business. The relationship between the manager and the owner is vital, as each of you need to understand one another in ord...

28 Mar 202220min

To DIY or not to DIY, that is the question. Do you install a new toilet on your own or do you have a professional do it for you? And, if you DID install it on your own, did you end up having to get th...

21 Mar 202217min