Retire in France:
From 9-to-5 to Vin et Fromage
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We’ve seen a flurry of recent activity around Chase Bank threatening to close accounts of EU residents starting in 2027. This seems to be loosely based on the recent EU regulation, CRD VI, coming into effect in January 2027. In…
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Two Years Learning French On Duolingo: Am I Fluent Yet?
Two years ago, sitting on a beach in the South of France, we decided to take the leap and move here. Two years ago, I decided to start learning French, starting from absolutely zero. I started where most language learners…
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French Inheritance Taxes: Is It Worth Dying in France?
With all of the benefits of the US-France tax treaty, France, one of the highest-tax countries in the world, looks a lot like a tax haven for Americans. With no French tax due on retirement income and pensions, plus credits…
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The French Tax Office vs. The US-France Tax Treaty
It’s a relaxing Sunday evening in late July. Most businesses in France are closing for summer holidays. Everyone is excited for their vacations. An email from Les Impôts pops up just before logging off for the night. Surely this is…
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Wise Review for Americans Moving to France: Is It Still the Best Way to Transfer Money?
When we moved to France from the United States, one of our first challenges was figuring out how to transfer money internationally without paying excessive bank fees or getting a poor exchange rate. There are dozens of services that promise…
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Does France Tax an Inheritance Received from the US? A Look at the US-France Estate Tax Treaty
You’ve planned your move to France meticulously. The visa is ready, your bags are packed, and you even have an idea of what your French income tax bill will look like. But what if you receive an inheritance while a…
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Best Neighborhoods in Annecy, France: Where to Live and What to Know
With its crystal-clear lake, mountain views, and charming old town, Annecy is one of the most desirable places to live in France. But choosing where to live in Annecy is not always simple. The city and surrounding areas each have…
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Can You Work Remotely for a Foreign Company on a French Visitor Visa?
Six months after the question was officially asked to the Interior Ministry, France has finally replied and shed some light on one of the most divisive questions among expats in France: Is remote work on the Visitor visa allowed? France’s…
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Trump Accounts in France: What US Expats Need to Know About Section 530A
The new Trump Accounts, officially created under Section 530A of the US tax code under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), are designed to help American children build long-term savings. For families living in France, however, an important question…