Hundreds of estate agents close in France as property sales plummet Last year saw the lowest house sales for at least 50 years, and 2024 may not be much better, experts say
Estate agents in France defend ‘too high’ commission fees The response follows a competition authority report suggesting the government find ways to lower fees to European average
Estate agents bypassed as French property prices rise Three readers share their experiences and tips for buying directly from the seller
practical French property: Fixed-price estate agent could save clients €16,000 New firms are shaking up the market and offering deals for buyers – but expect fees to rise in future
Is it cheaper to sell French property with a notaire or estate agent? We look at how commissions work for both
Who is liable if someone is injured while viewing a French house? Often it is the owner of the property – or their insurers – who pays compensation but not always as a recent court case shows
Can we sue French estate agent over non-sale if price was too high? Estate agencies are obliged to give realistic estimation of property and must be able to justify the prices they advise
French estate agents fight to keep house viewing in lockdown A new campaign is calling on authorities to enable main home viewings to continue despite lockdown as ‘having a place to live’ is ‘absolute necessity’
3,000 estate agents in France face closure 20,000 jobs at risk as property experts mark time until Covid-19 lockdown ends
160,000 jobs need filling in France The property sector is struggling to recruit – with around 160,000 jobs on offer.
Who pays estate agent’s fees in France? Is it the buyer or the seller who pays estate agency fees and what is a reasonable commission for a €2million house? Can you bargain to improve the rate? A.V.
Price property well and it could sell in 60 days Claims that properties in Paris sell within an average of 41 days ring hollow for many sellers in rural France who have spent several months with little interest in their homes.
