Buying a house is Provence is relatively straight forward. However, you do sometimes hear horror stories. Robin recently had a client that overpaid twice the worth of their house. The villagers told him that Accro metal poles were holding up the ceiling before they came to look at the house. Ah!
When buying a house in Provence, there are some things that you should take into consideration. This is in no way a complete guide to buying a house here. Instead, these are some tips from our experience, and Robin’s experience as a project manager, for older properties in the countryside here in Provence.
Deciding Where to Buy
Location, Location, Location
I have had a few people contact me asking where to buy a house in Provence. Well, I feel like that’s like asking “how long is a piece of string?” Everyone is different. Your choice depends on your budget, of course, but on so many other factors as well. If you’re thinking of buying a fixer-upper in the countryside you’ll have to do your research. The only way to do that is in person. Rent somewhere for a couple months, or travel around for a few months! Each village has a different “feel” here. You’ll have to decide the one that’s right for you. If you have a specific question, feel free to reach out.
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