French private assets and tax
Investing in French property, business or relocating to France
can sometimes be a difficult process if you are not familiar with
the French legal system or the language. Our specialist
French assets and tax team can assist with all aspects of
French conveyancing and commercial law, and help you understand the
best way to structure your investment.
Click on the links below for more information on how we are able
to help.
administration of estates
We advise on the best vehicle for owning the property and
structuring assets (offshore, French or English companies,
trusts).
This is particularly important if you intend to relocate to
France where the laws on capital gains tax, succession tax, wealth
tax, income tax relating to assets and corporation tax are very
different.
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buying and selling
property
One of most stressful times of anyone’s life
is buying or selling a property abroad. Covenants, rights of
way, lease provisions, planning regulations and other issues can
catch out the unwary.
Blake Lapthorn’s French team has the experience and expertise to
ensure that those problems are identified and resolved by checking
and securing title. We aim to take the stress out of buying
and selling property by negotiating and liaising with the French
authorities.
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commercial property
We can assist you on buying and selling
commercial properties in France especially dealing with lease
provisions and other issues.
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corporate services
We can advise on setting up French
companies (SCI, SARL) or an English company whichever might be the
appropriate structure for owning French assets. At Blake Lapthorn
we can also deal with the transfer of shares and the preparation of
company resolutions.
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French inheritance and Wills
We will advise you on the implications of
compulsory French inheritance laws and Will issues, as France has
many different and compulsory inheritance rules. It is vital
to seek advice on your French inheritance position.
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tax planning and structures
We advise on the best vehicle for owning the
property and structuring assets (offshore, French or English
companies, trusts).
This is particularly important if you intend
to relocate to France where the laws on capital gains tax,
succession tax, wealth tax, income tax relating to assets and
corporation tax are very different.
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matrimonial and relationship
breakdown
We are able to deal with property matters
arising in the event of a divorce.
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Notarial services and French consulate
matters
A notary is required to prepare documents for their use abroad,
witness signatures, certify facts and notarise documents. We hold a
French Consular office and can help with all Consular
enquiries.
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You can contact the team at privateclientinfo@bllaw.co.uk