Purchasing a property in France
If you are considering purchasing a property in France but are unclear about the legal and tax implications of such an investment, our team of experts is available to advise you on the various stages of your project.
The acquisition – choice of legal structure
We can analyse all of the options available and advise you on the choice of legal structure once we have established the identity of the future owners, the reasons for the purchase, the intended use of the property, your tax residency status etc.
Purchasing a property in France : Clear information on your tax obligations in France
Of course, the acquisition of a property has tax implications for the owner: local taxes, real estate wealth tax (IFI), etc. We can provide you with precise information on the various taxes associated with your investment and advise on how to optimise the tax burden.
Help with establishing and reporting on your rental business in France
If you wish to rent out your property for all or part of the year, we can provide you with information on the various systems applicable to the taxation of rental income in France: unfurnished and furnished lets, lets with hotel services (para-hôtellerie), etc. We can offer precise explanations of the related tax implications and, where applicable, any impact on social contributions.
We can subsequently handle the accounting and tax issues related to this rental business and ensure full compliance with your reporting duties in France.
How can we help you ?
The missions we can offer you:
Drafting of a tax study: with simulation of your tax obligations in France ; a key solution to secure your installation in France in order to avoid unfortunate situations, such as delays or errors in your tax returns.
Follow-up of your tax returns in France: income tax, real estate wealth tax, rental income
Purchasing a property in France
choice of legal structure
Clear information on your tax obligations in France
Help with establishing and reporting on your rental business in France
tax obligations
Assistance with your French tax returns
If you receive income on real estate in France, you are required to submit an income tax return in France. In addition, if the net value of your real estate assets exceeds the threshold of EUR 1.3 million, you will be required to submit an annual real estate wealth tax (IFI) return.
Roche & Cie can handle these administrative obligations for you and prepare your tax returns.
Contact us to find out more about how we work and to discuss your specific needs.
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