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| The Complete Guide to Buying Property in France | 
 enlarge | Author: Charles Davey
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd
Category: Book
List Price: £10.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  3 reviews
Sales Rank: 51990
Media: Paperback
Edition: 4Rev Ed
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 287
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 5.3 x 0.8
ISBN: 0749446463
Dewey Decimal Number: 643.120944
EAN: 9780749446468
ASIN: 0749446463
Publication Date: July 3, 2006
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Condition: New - Damaged copy
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 Good, but not comprehensive January 30, 2007
24 out of 24 found this review helpful
As noted in the other reviews, this is a good book. Having lived for a few years in France, I found that the majority of information given is correct and up to date. This is an excellent book for people based in the UK who are thinking about buying in France. There is lots of information about French culture, language, daily life and administrative concerns.
However, this is supposed to be a book about buying property, and not a book about living in France (there are plenty of other books on this subject). That Charles Davey is a barrister is constantly in evidence, since he recommends seeking professional advice at every turn. I would however have preferred that he explain some of the subjects in more detail in order to avoid costly professional advice (or at least be able to judge if it's really necessary).
What is also lacking is the real financial detail that would enable a potential buyer to cost up their investment. important topics (for example the French equivelent of stamp duty) are passed over in one sentence, whereas it would be nice to see worked examples of buying and selling different kinds of property.
Finally, there is no real discussion of buying strategy. It would be nice to have comparisons of a new home versus a renovation, or small house versus a large appartment. Similarly, historical house price trends, or where is likely to appreciate or depreciate.
Thus, overall, it is still a good book, especially for someone new to the subject, but for those who already have experience of France, it falls short of being the "Complete Guide".
 To the point and informative March 4, 2004
33 out of 34 found this review helpful
This is one of the more informative guides probably because the author is a legal brain and so understands the contract process. Additionally, there is a helpful summary of the different regions, their attractions and shortfalls and a good explanation of the considerations for running costs for a house in France. Highly recommended.
factual, easy to read September 18, 2003
40 out of 40 found this review helpful
Avery concise and well set out book, you can pick it up and find exactly what you want. The guide and map illustrations to the different regions are clear and the information given exactly what is needed. One of the best guides to understanding living in France that I have read and I would definitely recommend it
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