Here is a summary of the French property market news in May 2024: Mortgage interest rates continue to fall The average mortgage interest rate in April 2024 was 3.81% …
How to save money on currency exchanges
How to save money on currency exchanges Aisa International France is run by an international team with plenty of experience in currency exchanges. Here are some general rules which may …
European stock markets hit record highs
What has happened to the stock markets? The main European stock markets have hit record highs in May 2024. The FTSE 100, which has been struggling in recent years, has …
French personal finance news – May 2024
What is the French personal finance news for May 2024? Here is a list of some French personal finance changes in May 2024: Increase in gas prices in comparison …
New-build or existing French property?
Unsure on whether to buy a new-build or an existing French property? Here are some big tax differences: Sales taxes (TVA/VAT) There is no sales tax on existing properties in …
French budget deficit worsens
What has happened to the French budget deficit? The French budget deficits for 2023 and 2024 have been reviewed and the 2023 deficit is estimated to be 5,5% of GDP …
Monaco, the how and why?
Why move to Monaco? Besides the weather, safety and prime European location, mostly for tax reasons! What are the tax benefits of Monaco residency? No income tax (including …
Is the FTSE finished? (and the London Stock Exchange too)
What is the FTSE? The FTSE stands for the Financial Times Stock Exchange and it is an index of shares listed on the London Stock Exchange. There are several different …
Tesla and the importance of diversification
What is happening to Tesla shares? The Tesla share price (listed on Nasdaq – ticker: TSLA), has been falling, it is currently at about 168 USD per share as of …
French personal finances changes – April 2024
Here is what changes in April 2024 for personal finances in France: Winter ban on tenant evictions ends Owners of residential property in France are not allowed to evict …