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5 results for: international and cross-border

12/4/2025 12:30:42 PM

The pros and cons of a French Tontine clause

By Jacques Cutting

The principle behind the clause is similar to that of a joint tenancy in the UK. When a tontine clause is included in a French property...

11/28/2025 11:59:26 AM

By Jacques Cutting

You may be surprised to learn that French notaire's fees, or 'frais de notaire', are much higher than conveyancing solicitors' fees in...

11/27/2025 2:40:19 PM

By Jacques Cutting

Many people are aware that, under French law, it is not possible to disinherit your children, except in specific circumstances, and that...

11/27/2025 12:29:09 PM

By Jacques Cutting

France has some of the highest inheritance tax rates in Europe — up to 60% for non-related beneficiaries. However, many tax exemptions...

11/25/2025 11:51:51 AM

By Jacques Cutting

Since November 2021, when a British national leaves all their French assets to their partner, children may, in some circumstances, be...