Renesting in France 2020 – Online Edition

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Jul 27, 2020 | Events | 0 comments

For years you have been asking us to broadcast our popular Renesting in France Seminar from the manor in Montpellier, France so those of you unable to travel could still attend the highly informative sessions. Well, the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting travel...

Renesting in France – Brexit Edition

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | May 14, 2020 | Events | 0 comments

Are you dreaming of a new life in France but concerned about the Brexit deadline to establish residency? Have you already started a property search that has been curtailed due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Are you concerned about healthcare and financial support once...

Public Holidays in France & Languedoc Events for 2020

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Jan 8, 2020 | Lifestyle | 0 comments

Here are some useful dates for your calendars in 2020 – public holidays in France and other key events in the Languedoc area. January Wednesday 1Public Holiday - New Year's Day Monday 6 Epiphanie (Galette des Rois) Monday 6Back to School Wednesday 8Winter Sales...

Can you Protect your Family from Succession Tax?

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Aug 22, 2019 | Finances, Lifestyle | 0 comments

There are various aspects to consider once you have moved to France, particularly if you are retired and plan to spend the rest of your days here. While financial planning for your new life will be high on the list, you also need to take some time to think about...

Renesting in France Seminar 2019: Topics and Speakers

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Feb 27, 2019 | Community, Dennelle's word, Events, Finances, French culture, French language, Health, Housing, Languedoc, Lifestyle, Meet the Team, News, Services | 1 comment

The Renesting in France seminar 2019 will take place on the 6th April in Montpellier.  This popular event is a unique opportunity for English-speakers to consult with experts on a wide range of topics related to moving-to or living in France.  In addition to...

How a 1.25% Mortgage Can Make Your French Property Dream a Reality

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Jan 25, 2019 | Finances, Housing | 2 comments

One of our raisons d’être at Renestance is to help you find your dream home in France. Are you seeking a place to call your own; by the beach, up a mountain, city central or nestled amongst the vineyards? If so we can be your bilingual ears, eyes and...

Useful Dates for your Diary in France 2019

by Annette Morris | Jan 4, 2019 | Lifestyle, Tips and tricks | 2 comments

Now that we have started a New Year we thought we’d share some useful dates that will affect many English speakers spending time in France. January Tuesday 1New Year’s Day public holiday Sunday 6Epiphany Monday 7School back in session (nationwide) Wednesday...

Countdown to Brexit: Carte de Sejour Applications

by Annette Morris | Nov 3, 2018 | Housing, Lifestyle, Services | 3 comments

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France Transitions to “Pay-As-You-Earn” Tax System

by Dennelle Taylor Nizoux | Sep 30, 2018 | Finances | 1 comment

If you live in France, you’ve probably heard that big changes are coming to the income tax declaration/withholding system. Historically, taxpayers have filed a declaration and paid tax on income earned in the previous year…no income tax was withheld at...

French Bank Account: All you Need to Know to Open One

by Nicole Hammond | Jul 29, 2018 | Finances, Lifestyle | 12 comments

Have you heard about the famous Catch-22 in France where you need a bank account to rent housing but need an address to open an account? If you’re moving to France, this may be one of the first administrative hurdles you face. As our mission at Renestance is...