French Life and Living in France
From a day, to a lifetime - A personal view from a Mediterranean village in France
Archive for: June 2007June 26, 2007 A Bed and Breakfast in FranceThe dream for many people is to move to France and combine this with running a BandB or a Chambre d’Hote, and there is a very strong demand for good quality BandB accommodation in many parts of France. Several properties we … June 25, 2007 A case of wine and a garland of onionsAfter writing about our picnic on Sunday, I thought about the differences in social etiquette between France and the UK. Last week some friends came round to say hello and to chat about life, the universe and anything - not a … A door groaning with foodIn every film about living in France there is always a scene where a large group of people are sitting outside, usually under speading trees in a rustic courtyard. They are sitting at a long table which is covered with … June 21, 2007 Estate Agents in France and International MarketingSelling your home is one of the most stressful things in life - this should be made easier by the professionals who you pay to advertise and find a customer to buy it. French Estate Agents charge a commission from … June 18, 2007 Fractional Ownership in France and rentalsFor over a year now I have been working on the structure for a specialist Internet community for people wanting to buy Fractional Ownership property in France - as ever, delays and frustrations have hindered the work, but this is … June 17, 2007 A long time ago in a galaxy far awayMany thanks to everyone who has written to me encouraging me to get the rentals site going again and for all the advice on Search Engine Optimisation. I am treading water at present - waiting for something to come from the … June 15, 2007 Make my week - smile at a geekMy last rant at geeks got some great comments from, geeks - they are irrepressable. All they said was kind, humerous and gentle - what can I say ? If only the ones I have been exposed to were human … June 14, 2007 Vodka Curry and PizzaSo was Sarko drunk at the G8 summit? Personally I don’t think he was, well no more than possessing massive power is intoxicating. I prefer a smiling clown sticking a fish in his ear than a ruthless manipulator or … June 12, 2007 A dream villa and a “maison nickel”My day usually starts with coffee and dog food - well not exactly for me, I put on the kettle to make coffee while our bouncing dogs are in their feeding frenzy - this is usually around 8:30 - at … Another day, another dollarToday I was involved in three property sales at three different levels and stages of progression. The first is a small village house where the buyer has offered the selling price, but another agent is confusing the isssue and although the … |
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